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gregisawesome13 · 08-28-2016, 12:05 PM

2016 Australian Baseball League Draft Recap

1st Round
Adelaide Bite - Brett Waddingham P 21
Brisbane Bandits - Marty Rafferty IF 19
Canberra Calvalry - Stefan Anslow OF 21
Melbourne Aces - Barry Bacon IF 22
Perth Heat - Rhett Colenutt IF 18
Sydney Blue Sox - Jack Wynn OF 23

Analysis:

Brett Waddingham, a LHP, will slot in as the third pitcher for Adelaide. Behind veteran Tim Atherton, Waddingham will be quick to learn the role of an ABL SP. Waddingham throws a Fastball, Change-up and Curveball. A combination that should fair him well throughout his career. Slim chance he may move to the back of the bullpen during his career.

Marty Rafferty, a 1B/DH is a young young prospect. Rafferty, will learn under the tutaledge of former MLB Dave Nilsson and Star David Sutherland. Rafferty has huge power, hitting 11HRs in his last season. Rafferty is a pure hitter though, patient, will hit for average and draw walks. His defense, while still having room to improve, will be solid.

Stefan Anslow, OF, projects to hit at the top of Canberra's lineup. A great defender in left, we will see how he makes the transition to covering more ground in center. His bat has above average pop, above average power, and he has an above average eye to go along with average discipline. Future superstar?

Barry Bacon, a Middle IF, features a stellar glove, plus range, and a great arm. Primarily a contact hitter Bacon will be a mainstay for Melbourne. The 22 year old will start at shortstop from day 1 and should be given all the time he needs to grow.

Rhett Colenutt, a IF, will likely slot in at either 1B or 3B. He will not start the year in the lineup though. One of the youngest players in the draft at 18 years old and 156 days, he has a lot of growth. Rhett features a huge upside due to his athleticism. If he can get it all behind him he will be one of the best players in the league in his prime.

Jack Wynn, an OF, is an all star defensively. 80 defender at all three outfield spots. Wynn's bat however, has some catching up to do. His adjustment to ABL pitching will be difficult at times. Sydney can expect this 23 year old to make an impact from day one, but his long term viability will be determined on how much his bat can grow.

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gregisawesome13 Minors (Triple A) Join Date: May 2016 Posts: 200	ABL Rookie Draft - 2016 2016 Australian Baseball League Draft Recap 1st Round Adelaide Bite - Brett Waddingham P 21 Brisbane Bandits - Marty Rafferty IF 19 Canberra Calvalry - Stefan Anslow OF 21 Melbourne Aces - Barry Bacon IF 22 Perth Heat - Rhett Colenutt IF 18 Sydney Blue Sox - Jack Wynn OF 23 Analysis: Brett Waddingham, a LHP, will slot in as the third pitcher for Adelaide. Behind veteran Tim Atherton, Waddingham will be quick to learn the role of an ABL SP. Waddingham throws a Fastball, Change-up and Curveball. A combination that should fair him well throughout his career. Slim chance he may move to the back of the bullpen during his career. Marty Rafferty, a 1B/DH is a young young prospect. Rafferty, will learn under the tutaledge of former MLB Dave Nilsson and Star David Sutherland. Rafferty has huge power, hitting 11HRs in his last season. Rafferty is a pure hitter though, patient, will hit for average and draw walks. His defense, while still having room to improve, will be solid. Stefan Anslow, OF, projects to hit at the top of Canberra's lineup. A great defender in left, we will see how he makes the transition to covering more ground in center. His bat has above average pop, above average power, and he has an above average eye to go along with average discipline. Future superstar? Barry Bacon, a Middle IF, features a stellar glove, plus range, and a great arm. Primarily a contact hitter Bacon will be a mainstay for Melbourne. The 22 year old will start at shortstop from day 1 and should be given all the time he needs to grow. Rhett Colenutt, a IF, will likely slot in at either 1B or 3B. He will not start the year in the lineup though. One of the youngest players in the draft at 18 years old and 156 days, he has a lot of growth. Rhett features a huge upside due to his athleticism. If he can get it all behind him he will be one of the best players in the league in his prime. Jack Wynn, an OF, is an all star defensively. 80 defender at all three outfield spots. Wynn's bat however, has some catching up to do. His adjustment to ABL pitching will be difficult at times. Sydney can expect this 23 year old to make an impact from day one, but his long term viability will be determined on how much his bat can grow. Last edited by gregisawesome13; 08-28-2016 at 12:07 PM.