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Chicago Cubs Draft Recap: Analyzing the Picks

Chicago Cubs Draft Recap: Analyzing the Picks

Posted by | Jun 12, 2020 | , , | 0 |

Reading Time: 3 minutesThis years MLB draft is like no other before. COVID-19 shortened and even canceled high school and college baseball seasons and as a result, teams were left stranded. Major League Baseball took matter into their own hands and adjusted the draft from the original 40 round to a now slim 5 rounds. This comes or the better and for the worse – as scouts have less prospects to search through. On the down side, thousands of high school seniors and projected late round draft picks will not hear their name called. The Chicago Cubs under a new...

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MLB Draft Recap: 1st Round Analysis (Part 2)

MLB Draft Recap: 1st Round Analysis (Part 2)

Posted by | Jun 11, 2020 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 0 |

Reading Time: 5 minutesClick here for picks 1 – 14. In collaboration with Scott Sandulli 15. Philadelphia Phillies – Mick Abel, RHP, Jesuit HS (Oregon) Grade: A Player Comp: Jack Flaherty Analysis: Abel’s live arm ranks him as the 11th best draft prospect, according to MLB.com. His fastball and curveball combination is among the elite in this class. Abel also features an impactful changeup. The Oregon highschool prep has a similar windup as Nationals ace Stephen Strasburg. There is plenty to be excited about in the near future for Abel. Philadelphia recieves great value at this selection with Abel. 16. Chicago...

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MLB Draft Recap: 1st Round Analysis (Part 1)

MLB Draft Recap: 1st Round Analysis (Part 1)

Posted by | Jun 11, 2020 | , , | 0 |

Reading Time: 8 minutesClick here for picks 15 – 28. In collaboration with Jasper Abrahams Detroit Tigers – Spencer Torkelson, 3B, Arizona State Grade: A+ Player Comparison: Paul Goldschmidt Analysis: The obvious pick. The Tigers are in desperate need of anything to turn the franchise around and the beautiful swing of Spencer Torkelson is certainly a step in the right direction. Tork’s god-like bat infuses a Tigers system that is starved of power and being 20 already, he should be on the fast track to Detroit and improve an awful Tigers lineup. Arguably the best swing in the draft...

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The 10 Greatest Power Hitters In MLB History

The 10 Greatest Power Hitters In MLB History

Posted by | Jun 9, 2020 | | 0 |

Reading Time: 3 minutesIn the game of baseball, we have witnessed many walks of life step up to the plate. Some players are contact catalysts such as Ichiro, Jeter and Pete Rose – while others are immune to the long ball such as Babe Ruth, Barry Bonds, Mark McGuire and David Ortiz. All these power hitters have all etched their names in the history books from their elite power repertoire. But how do they all stack up pound-for-pound against each other? Here are the Top 10 Greatest Power Hitters In Major League Baseball History: 10. Jim Thome Thome, arguably...

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The Debate Between Torkelson and Martin: What Detroit Needs

The Debate Between Torkelson and Martin: What Detroit Needs

Posted by | Jun 9, 2020 | , , | 0 |

Reading Time: 2 minutesWhile the MLB is failing to get a season together, the league has gifted fans with a shortened draft. The draft will consist of 5 rounds, rather that the usual 40 due to shortened high school and college seasons. The Detroit Tigers hold the number one overall pick and most mock drafts projected them to take Arizona State first baseman Spencer Torkelson. Although, other may seem to think Detroit could take Vanderbilt shortstop Austin Martin. Here’s Why. A week ago, it almost seemed certain that Torkelson would be the favored pick. But as more draft writers begin...

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