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ayaghmour2 · 09-11-2020, 10:14 PM

9th Round, 143rd Overall: SP Otis Campbell (Maryland State Bengals): The first pick my scout made and he goes with a guy who made one start last season before suffering shoulder inflammation and he hasn't pitched since. I was ready to release him, but somehow he's ranked as or 9th best prospect and the 145th best prospect in the league. He did see a velocity boost after the season, now throwing in the 88-90 MPH range, but I'm not sure why he didn't pitch for the Bengals or if he's any good. He'll report to La Crosse, but may end up starting the year in San Jose.

10th Round, 159th Overall: 2B Gene Evans (Worchester HS Warriors): I actually wanted him, as for all the rounds that weren't all pitchers (my scout sets certain rounds where we take a pitcher, others a hitter) I put my list of left over hitters on top. Evans is filled with potential, and finished his high school career with a .349/.403/.531 (160 OPS+) line with 12 homers, 14 steals, and 74 RBI's. He's a light hitter and a tiny guy, but he's got a quick swing and almost never strikes out. He's an okay fielder, but his future is likely as a reserve not starter.

11th Round, 175th Overall: SP El Long (Portland HS Lumberjacks): A teammate of Elias Canady, El Long made 18 starts across the past two seasons. 1931 was much better then 1932, but in total he was 6-8 with a 3.83 ERA (117 ERA+), 1.20 WHIP, and 79 strikeouts. These numbers aren't great, but like Campbell, he ranks in our top 20. He's #18 and ranks 213th in all of baseball. The 18-year-old throws three pitches, a upper 80s cutter, a nice change up, and a developing curveball. Not sure if he has what it takes to start in the big leagues, but pitcher's are so volatile and anyone could boom or bust at any time.

12th Round, 191st Overall: SS Freddie Bennett (New York HS Eagles): Possibly the best defensive shortstop in the draft, Freddie Bennett put up an unreal +16.0 zone rating and 1.191 efficiency in 359 innings this year. His zone rating was the 5th best all time for high school shortstops and his efficiency tied for 8th. He also hit a respectable .294/.398/.487 (120 OPS+) with 5 homers, 11 steals, and 30 RBI's. The career numbers are even better, as he finished with 16 homers, 32 steals, 78 RBI's and a 315/.388/.537 (149 OPS+) career line. He's got an excellent eye and excellent speed, but it's unknown if his bat will translate to professional ball. It's crazy to have high hopes of a 12th Round pick on draft day, but I think Bennett can be a reliable every day starter. He'll eventually have to jocky for playing time with Billy Hunter, and I'll have to find a way to get both of them consistent at bats.

13th Round, 207th Overall: LF Dave Haight (Dallas HS Rangers): Another guy I'm really excited about, Dave Haight had excellent numbers in his three high school seasons. He hit .363/.421/.524 (163 OPS+) with 4 homers, 27 steals, and 55 RBI's. He's not like most corner outfielders, as Haight doesn't really have any power, but he's got a lot of speed and can handle the outfield well. He's got a quick swing and is a really good fastball hitter and has excellent discipline. As a Junior, he walked 21 times and struck out just twice with 55 career walks and 36 strikeouts. We've got a lot of talented young players and it's going to be hard to find spots for all of them, but it will be hard to keep Haight from playing everyday.

14th Round, 223rd Overall: LF Joe Joseph (Denver HS Mountaineers): Another left fielder, the Canadian Joseph didn't play until his Junior year and recorded just 306 plate appearances. He did well, hitting .358/.408/.511 (160 OPS+) with 8 homers and 46 RBI's. He's a strong, athletic outfielder who should always hit for a high average. He's not much of a fielder, however, so I may move him to first base. Especially with all the new outfielders we added, it's likely the best way for him to get playing time.

15th Round, 239th Overall: RF Johnny Waters (Lincoln Presidents): A switch hitter who spent his college days close to us, he finished his career with a .341/.397/.517 (130 OPS+) line. Waters added 18 homers and 100 RBI's as well while playing passable defense out in right. There is a little concern as he walked less then any other year and struck out more. He's not a starter, but he could function as a productive bench bat. He ranks relatively high on our current top prospect list, checking in at 14 in our system and 180th in the league.

09-11-2020, 10:14 PM	#211
ayaghmour2 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 3,010	1932 Draft: Round 9-15 9th Round, 143rd Overall: SP Otis Campbell (Maryland State Bengals): The first pick my scout made and he goes with a guy who made one start last season before suffering shoulder inflammation and he hasn't pitched since. I was ready to release him, but somehow he's ranked as or 9th best prospect and the 145th best prospect in the league. He did see a velocity boost after the season, now throwing in the 88-90 MPH range, but I'm not sure why he didn't pitch for the Bengals or if he's any good. He'll report to La Crosse, but may end up starting the year in San Jose. 10th Round, 159th Overall: 2B Gene Evans (Worchester HS Warriors): I actually wanted him, as for all the rounds that weren't all pitchers (my scout sets certain rounds where we take a pitcher, others a hitter) I put my list of left over hitters on top. Evans is filled with potential, and finished his high school career with a .349/.403/.531 (160 OPS+) line with 12 homers, 14 steals, and 74 RBI's. He's a light hitter and a tiny guy, but he's got a quick swing and almost never strikes out. He's an okay fielder, but his future is likely as a reserve not starter. 11th Round, 175th Overall: SP El Long (Portland HS Lumberjacks): A teammate of Elias Canady, El Long made 18 starts across the past two seasons. 1931 was much better then 1932, but in total he was 6-8 with a 3.83 ERA (117 ERA+), 1.20 WHIP, and 79 strikeouts. These numbers aren't great, but like Campbell, he ranks in our top 20. He's #18 and ranks 213th in all of baseball. The 18-year-old throws three pitches, a upper 80s cutter, a nice change up, and a developing curveball. Not sure if he has what it takes to start in the big leagues, but pitcher's are so volatile and anyone could boom or bust at any time. 12th Round, 191st Overall: SS Freddie Bennett (New York HS Eagles): Possibly the best defensive shortstop in the draft, Freddie Bennett put up an unreal +16.0 zone rating and 1.191 efficiency in 359 innings this year. His zone rating was the 5th best all time for high school shortstops and his efficiency tied for 8th. He also hit a respectable .294/.398/.487 (120 OPS+) with 5 homers, 11 steals, and 30 RBI's. The career numbers are even better, as he finished with 16 homers, 32 steals, 78 RBI's and a 315/.388/.537 (149 OPS+) career line. He's got an excellent eye and excellent speed, but it's unknown if his bat will translate to professional ball. It's crazy to have high hopes of a 12th Round pick on draft day, but I think Bennett can be a reliable every day starter. He'll eventually have to jocky for playing time with Billy Hunter, and I'll have to find a way to get both of them consistent at bats. 13th Round, 207th Overall: LF Dave Haight (Dallas HS Rangers): Another guy I'm really excited about, Dave Haight had excellent numbers in his three high school seasons. He hit .363/.421/.524 (163 OPS+) with 4 homers, 27 steals, and 55 RBI's. He's not like most corner outfielders, as Haight doesn't really have any power, but he's got a lot of speed and can handle the outfield well. He's got a quick swing and is a really good fastball hitter and has excellent discipline. As a Junior, he walked 21 times and struck out just twice with 55 career walks and 36 strikeouts. We've got a lot of talented young players and it's going to be hard to find spots for all of them, but it will be hard to keep Haight from playing everyday. 14th Round, 223rd Overall: LF Joe Joseph (Denver HS Mountaineers): Another left fielder, the Canadian Joseph didn't play until his Junior year and recorded just 306 plate appearances. He did well, hitting .358/.408/.511 (160 OPS+) with 8 homers and 46 RBI's. He's a strong, athletic outfielder who should always hit for a high average. He's not much of a fielder, however, so I may move him to first base. Especially with all the new outfielders we added, it's likely the best way for him to get playing time. 15th Round, 239th Overall: RF Johnny Waters (Lincoln Presidents): A switch hitter who spent his college days close to us, he finished his career with a .341/.397/.517 (130 OPS+) line. Waters added 18 homers and 100 RBI's as well while playing passable defense out in right. There is a little concern as he walked less then any other year and struck out more. He's not a starter, but he could function as a productive bench bat. He ranks relatively high on our current top prospect list, checking in at 14 in our system and 180th in the league.