Undate: Top RHP in 2010 MLB Draft

1. Anthony Ranaudo – LSU – 6-7, 231, junior… drafted in 11th round 2007 draft… superb command… fastball 94-96 range… nasty curve which he can locate for strikes… decent changeup… deceptive delivery and great command… very polished… velocity way down in 2009 CWS… had tendinitis as freshman… 2009: 10-3, 2.95, 147K, 109.2 IP, oba: .198… throws from an easy, cross-fire delivery, Randy Johnson like…. Curve 80-84… BA ranks as 15th top sophomore in 2009…

7/07 fr. http://www.projectprospect.com/ : Pomeranz and Ranaudo were both selected by the Texas Rangers in the 2007 draft – in back-to-back rounds no less. The 6-foot-7 Ranaudo got the call in the decisive game three of the College World Series and helped propel the Tigers to their sixth national championship. Despite his exceptional size, Ranaudo doesn’t throw particularly hard. I’ve heard reports of his fastball touching mid-90’s, but the couple times I’ve seen him he sat 88-92 mph. Ranaudo does make the most of his height, coming nearly over-the-top and creating a lot of downhill plane on his pitches. His best pitch is his curveball, which should be an out pitch at the major league level; a true 12-to-6 offing that comes out of the same arm slot and flight path of his fastball before sharply falling off the table. The battle between Pomeranz and Ranaudo is extremely close, statistically the two were almost identical; Ranaudo struck out 31.5% of batters while walking 9.9%

7-21: 2010 MLB Mock Draft - 2nd Edition - July 21, 2009 by Scouting The Sports http://scoutingthesports.com/?p=3632 - - 2. Cleveland Indians - Anthony Ranaudo Pitcher LSU - Unlike last year, this years draft doesn’t have that obvious #1 pitcher. Still, Ranaudo is a solid pick. Ranaudo doesn’t have an overpowering fastball (hits about 93mph on the gun), instead relying on a very deceptive delivery and great command of all his pitches. Ranaudo keeps hitters off-balance with a breaking ball that he can locate for strikes. This control, and his strong pitching style, ,which includes the confidence to throw on the inner half of the place, has helped him rank #4 in strikeouts in college baseball last year, while often using his 93 mph fastball to punch guys out. Ranaudo is very, very polished and could be in the majors as quickly as 2011. Cleveland could really use someone that could come up soon.

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: power sinker and hard curveball, also nice cutter and makings of a solid changeup. He still needs confidence in his changeup. Has made huge strides since HS in Jersey. Top 10 on paper right now for 2010!

8-2: from 6-16 article http://www.sportsillustrated.cnn.com/: After pitching just six innings as a freshman, Ranaudo became LSU's ace as a sophomore, emerging as one of the Southeastern Conference's best pitchers. At 6-7, 231 pounds, he has the athleticism to repeat his delivery and pump his fastball into the 92-94 mph range. He pitched as if he had some fatigue in his CWS opener, with his velocity sitting more 89-91 mph. At his best, his curveball also is a power offering, and he's shown a decent feel for a changeup. Ranaudo's competitiveness combined with his stuff puts him at the front of the group of 2010 pitchers.

2. Jameson Taillon – (up from 4th) - (TY-on) - The Woodlands HS, Spring, Texas – 6-5, 220 - already hitting mid-90s with his fastball… nice curve… great size and athleticism…

Fr. http://www.espn.com/: Jameson Taillon, a 6-foot-6, 225-pound righty from The Woodlands High School in Texas, was 90-94 mph with good life on his fastball and a very sharp, almost spike-like slider at 83-86. He also showed a curveball with depth and a decent changeup. He's got a quick arm and still has projection left in his body.

7-21: Fr. http://baseballdraftreport.com/: potential first round pick

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: appeared to be the same guy I saw last year, velocity topped out at 93, command was ok, for a big kid, breaking ball still needs help and has the makeup to get better with more instruction.

8-6: From http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - Taillon's big frame is likely maxed out, but he has established himself as one of the top pitchers in the upcoming draft class. His fastball sits in the 92-93 mph range and Taillon also throws a harder slider at 84-85 and a sharp curveball that registers at 82-83 mph.

8-9: from http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - Taillon, a big, strong righty from The Woodlands (Texas) HS, sat 94-95 in his one inning of work with a filthy breaking ball that was in the mid-80s.

8-11 from http://www.espn.com/: Jameson Taillon from Woodlands HS, TX, was the most dominant pitcher with a fastball going 95-93 and a 84-83 splitter.

8-15: from XMLBScout on http://www.perfectgame.com/: showed a much better CB with downward bite and occasional late tail on his heater. TV scouts had his FB at 96 on a couple pitches.

8-17 from http://www.baseballamerica.com/ re: AFLAC games - Righthander Jameson Taillon is a near perfect pitching prospect. Taillon (The Woodlands, Texas, HS) is an ideal prep pitching prospect, appearing to be formed out of a scout's dream. Solidly constructed at 6-foot-7 and 230 pounds, he comfortably draws comparisons to Stephen Strasburg. Taillon easily fires a blistering 93 to 95 mph fastball that peaks at 96. He adds a wicked 82 mph curve, a vicious breaking ball that is already a plus big league pitch. After registering one strikeout in a quick first inning, Taillon breezed through the second frame, striking out the side while barely breaking a sweat. "Nooooo contest," a scout said behind home plate.

8-19: Jeff Sullivan from the AFLAC Games: - This big right hander dominated in the game, striking out four, including striking out the side in the second. He is in a class by himself as far as pitchers go this year. He ran his fastball up to 97, and his breaking ball was also very sharp. In the second, he struck out Reggie Golden and Stetson Allie with the fastball, then got Connor Narron looking on his sharp breaking ball. For me, he is a definite top 5 pick in the draft at this point.

9-5: from Jonathan Mayo’s 8-26 article on http://www.minors.mlbblogs.com/: - He looked like a Top 10 pick, throwing an explosive fastball up to 95 mph and locating it to both sides of the plate. He showed a slider and a curve, the latter of which might be a plus pitch down the line. The FB and slider are plus offerings right now. He even showed a changeup. He's big, strong and showed an ability to throw down and to both sides of the plate.

9-7: From http://www.perfectgame.com/ on the AFLAC games: - Jameson Taillon, right now on paper would be in my top 5 for the 1st round if it were held today. He's always had the velocity, except now the cb is a true dominant type pitch, graded it at 70 right now, fb at times will have some inner half movement vs RHH. Good trajectory and is better balanced after he delivers the ball. He's cleaning up that delivery almost daily. Gotta love his work ethic, but remember, he's gonna have to go 6-7 innings a game and sustain it over 35-40 starts in pro ball, as compared to 1 inning stints in all-star tilts. I've now seen 35 innings pitched by Jameson and he's k'od 39 hitters, walked only 7 and allowed just 19 hits, 1 long hr last year.

9-6: From an 8-25 post http://www.pgtracker.com/: - “right now on paper, top 3 picks for 2010 MLB for me would be” - 2.) RHP Jameson Taillon, The Woodlands HS, 6'5 plus, 230, great arm strength, power type arm and 70 cb right now. Control is at least average projects to be 60, plus. Comparable big leaguers, better arm speed and action than Rick Sutcliffe, comparable bodies however and competitiveness.


3. Matt Harvey – North Carolina – 6-4, 230 - … was 3rd round pick by the Angels out of high school and turned down a $1mil offer. Low-90s fastball that touches 95. Excellent curveball… average changeup… comes from ¾ arm slot… changeup 78-81… breaking ball 76-79… works quickly from stretch… 2009: 7-2, 5.35, 78K, 70.2 IP… BA ranks him as the #1 sophomore of the 2009 season…

7/07 fr. http://www.projectprospect.com/: - A first round talent out of high school in 2007, Harvey slipped to the fourth round due to bonus demands. While his time at North Carolina has been a bit rocky, Harvey still has good stuff and struck out 81 batters in 75 innings last spring. Harvey’s fastball sits in the low 90’s with some sink, and is complimented by a potentially plus breaking ball and changeup. If Harvey can show some improved command this spring, he walked 11.9% of batters last spring, he still has as much upside as any pitcher in this class.

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: put on some weight this year and arm angle dropped a bit, most fb were very straight during CWS, velocity still solid abv ave range 89-94 will touch 95-96 on occasion. Must work with finger pressure and get more movement on his fb for 2010. Solid slide piece when on top. Control is solid as well.

8-2: from 6-16 article http://www.sportsillustrated.cnn.com/: Harvey turned down $1 million from the Angels as a third-round pick out of high school, and the Connecticut product is pitching in his second straight CWS with the Tar Heels. He'll become the undisputed staff ace next year when White and senior Adam Warren (a fourth-round pick of the Yankees this year) move on, using a low-90s fastball that reaches 95 at times and a true hammer curveball that is his best pitch. Harvey can lose control of the strike zone due to a long arm action and some effort in his delivery, so he's not a finished product. But he was the best pitching prospect in the Cape last summer and may be again in 2009.



4. Brandon Workman – Texas – 6-5, 220… fastball in the 89-92 range… hard curveball.
7/07 fr. http://www.projectprospect.com/: Brandon Workman of Texas had a good spring and has good upside, but needs to clean up his delivery…

7-23: stats thru 7-15 in Cape Cod League: 1-0, 1.86, 10-K… starting for west division in Cape Cod All-Star game

7-25 fr. http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - Wareham righthander Brandon Workman (Texas) also drew praise from scouts for his strong outing, striking out two in a perfect first for the West. Workman's fastball sat at 94-95, and he struck out Austin Wates (Virginia Tech) on a nasty 75 mph curveball in the dirt.

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: excellent velocity, has reached 97-98, mostly 92-93 and very straight, at times however arm side run in on RHH. Makings of a plus breaking pitch and closer type mentality. Stamina is a question as a starter. Reminds me of Steve Bedrosian formerly of the Braves & Phils.

8-2: from 6-16 article http://www.sportsillustrated.cnn.com/: At 6-5 and 220 pounds, Workman stands above his Longhorns teammates such as Chance Ruffin (son of Bruce) and Cole Green, though those are Texas' top two starters. All three are sophomores. Workman has the best pro body and best fastball, sitting at 89-92 mph and reaching higher. He pitches off the fastball and adds a hard curveball. He'll rocket up lists if he masters something off speed.


5. A.J. Cole – (down from #2) – Oveido High School (FL) – 6-5, 190 - overpowering righty… fastball sits in the 94-95 range… tops at 97… one of the best arms coming out of high school… good depth on his curve… very loose and easy arm… curve and command improved in 2009… verbally committed to Miami… 7-21: Fr. http://baseballdraftreport.com/: - potential first round pick

7-21: 2010 MLB Mock Draft - 2nd Edition - July 21, 2009 by Scouting The Sports http://scoutingthesports.com/?p=3632 - 5. Arizona Diamondbacks - A.J. Cole Pitcher Oveido High School, Florida - -Cole is an overpowering righty that could challenge Ranaudo as the first pitcher picked come June. Cole has by far the best arm in the draft, currently sitting at about 94-95 mph, while still filling out his lanky body. Once Cole does fill out his frame, he could be scary. Expect his fastball to jump from 2-3 mph, and the added size and strength will make his curveball all the more devastating. As a junior in high school Cole made the AFLAC All American Game Arizona has a young, developed squad, this could be a good pick for Arizona as they have the capabilities to leave him in their system for a few years to develop.

7-29: From: http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - Cole is one of the top pitchers in the 2010 class. He sits comfortably in the low 90s and has touched as high as 96 mph this spring. He combines athleticism, velocity and movement with a decent curveball and developing change to dominate high school hitters. He will play this summer for the Orlando Scorpions – an Under Armour Franchise Team who will be participating in the UA Southeast Tournament

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: topped out at 91, solid arm strength, type of build that will get stronger as he matures, cuts fb some, cb has proper spin, location on his pitches were ok, has upside to improve.

8-6: From http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - Cole is long and lanky and has the projection scouts can dream on. But, even if he doesn't fill out, he already throws 88-91 mph and touches 93 with clean, effortless mechanics. He mixes in a 78 mph knuckle -curve that he throws for strikes.

8-11 from http://www.espn.com/: AJ Cole, a RHP from FL, had a nice 93-90 mph fastball, but did not locate the pitch very well and his breaking ball wasn't fooling hitters as much as it needs to be.

8-19: Jeff Sullivan from the AFLAC Games: - Cole came into the weekend as my second ranked right hander, but struggled a bit on the mound. He was battling an eye problem the whole week but it was still easy to see why he is ranked so high. His fastball ran up to the mid 90’s and his breaking ball is up there with the best off speed pitches in the country. Cole struck out Stefan Sabol in the game, while letting up a double to outfielder Brian Ragira. Cole still fits himself in the middle of the first round.

9-5: from Jonathan Mayo’s 8-26 article on http://www.minors.mlbblogs.com/: - showed plus velocity as well, with questionable secondary stuff.

9-7: From http://www.perfectgame.com/ on the AFLAC games: - can anyone say, Kris Benson mold? This young man, if he ever fills out, will be a true gem. Stamina will be watched closely. Can not deny his arm strength and control one bit. Projection, mid-late first rounder on paper right now.




6. Justin Grimm – Georgia… 6-4, 193… drafted in 13 round by Red Sox in 2007… excellent velocity… fastball hits 96… 4-4, 41.5 in 2009.

7/07 from http://www.projectprospect.com/: - Georgia right hander Justin Grimm has a plus fastball, sitting 93-96 mph, but must improve his command and off speed offerings….

7-21: 2010 MLB Mock Draft - 2nd Edition - July 21, 2009 by Scouting The Sports http://scoutingthesports.com/?p=3632 - 9. Cincinnati Reds - Justin Grimm Pitcher Georgia - -At just a hair over 6′4, Grimm has the prototypical body you want in an overpowering pitcher. After struggling in his freshman year, Grimm really turned things around in his sophomore year, working on commanding his 96 mph, while also flashing an improved curveball that kept hitters off balance. This past season, Grimm finally learned to control his fastball. For a college guy, Grimm still has lots of room to grow and, ,even out of school, will need a few years in the system. Look for a team like Cincinnati to draft him that is waiting to leave him in their system for a few years.

8-4: named the Cape Code Pitcher of the Week



7. DeAndre Smelter – (up from 13th) – Tattnall Square Academy (GA) – 6-3, 215 - already throws fastball in 92-95 range… low-80s split-finger change…

7-29: From http://www.baseballfactory.com/: Smelter is a 6-foot-3, 215-pound righthander with broad shoulders and a thick lower half. He rocks back and fires 89-92 mph fastballs from a lower three-quarters arm slot and touches 93. Smelter hides the ball well and mixes in an 83 mph changeup and an 80-81 mph slider. He’s a good athlete who ran the 60-yard dash in 6.6 seconds.

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: loose arm with pure arm strength, a couple out of zone readings at 97, mostly 90-94, fb true, at times sink and arm side run, leg lift and balance needs work, slider or cut fb was solid 84-87, again he needs some work with mechanics, but very good arm to follow for 2010. Top Georgia guy for me.

8-19: Jeff Sullivan from the AFLAC Games: - To me, the next group of five right handers is relatively close at this point. It will be very interesting to see who separates themselves in the upcoming year as they all have first round arms. Smelter was the most impressive to me, striking out the side in the 8th inning. He made easy work of phenom Bryce Harper, Krey Bratsen, and Austin Wilson. His fastball ran up to 95 and sat in the low to mid 90’s the entire inning. His splitter was also very impressive, and this one could be a great one!

9-5: from Jonathan Mayo’s 8-26 article on http://www.minors.mlbblogs.com/: - was up to 94-95 mph and was aggressive, going right after hitters.

9-7: From http://www.perfectgame.com/ on the AFLAC games: - I saw the sleeve in warmups and boy that bothered me, just like it did with Harper this summer. Deandre had better movement on his pitches in the game and a better calm to his delivery. He learns quickly and he wants a shot at pro ball. For a 3 sport talent, heck he would play more if he had the time, LOL, lots of upside left in this young man. Bob Gibson made a comment to me that Deandre could be one of the top ML arms in 3-4 years if he keeps improving as he has done.




8. Seth Blair - Arizona State – 6-2, 190… posted 1.55 ERA in 2008 Cape Cod league… 2009 at ASU: 7-2, 3.16… fastball 88-92, touches 95… average slider… BA ranks as 41st top sophomore in 2009…

8-2: from 6-16 article http://www.sportsillustrated.cnn.com/: An Illinois native, Blair pitched well in the Cape Cod League last summer, posting a 1.55 ERA to save a difficult freshman season. He carried that confidence over this spring to Arizona State, going 7-2 with a 3.16 ERA as the Sun Devils' No. 3 starter. He has average velocity on his fastball, in the 88-92 mph range, and has touched 95 at times thanks to a quick arm. The 6-foot-2, 190-pounder also has a second average-to-plus pitch in his slider.

9. Brett Eibner – Arkansas – 6-4, 200 - not sure if he prospects out as an outfield or a pitcher… fastball hits 95…

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: also plays OF and DH for UA, has power at the dish, upper cut swing, on the bump he can run it up to 96, mostly 91-93 with solid hammer when his delivery is in synch. Great makeup too!

8-2: from 6-16 article http://www.sportsillustrated.cnn.com/: Eibner is a true prospect both as a hitter and as a pitcher. Offensively, he profiles as a center fielder with long, graceful strides and average-to-plus range. His arm would fit in right field, because he has hit 95 mph off the mound. He struggled handling both roles this season as Arkansas went to Omaha, moving into the weekend rotation in the second half. He has an ideal pro body at 6-4 with fast-twitch athleticism and wiry strength.

10. Stetson Allie – St. Edward HS, Cleveland – 6-4, 215 - threw 99 in tournament in Metrodome… 90 slider… command only “20”… raw project… a closer’s mentality… used only as closer as a 17-year old…

7-21: Fr. http://baseballdraftreport.com/: - potential first round pick

7-29: from http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - Allie has a big-league body already with four tools to match. Aside from his running speed, all of his tools rate out as plus. He has strong quick hands that get the barrel to the ball and result in power to all fields. His hands are soft and sure and his arm is a cannon across the diamond. On the mound, Allie has been up to 96 mph. He has verbally committed to the University of North Carolina

8-6: From http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - With his big thighs, broad shoulders and barrel chest, Allie is built like an ox. Because of his size, his game has a lot of strength. He's strong with the bat, but what stands out the most is his arm, and his future is likely on the mound. His fastball sits in the 94-95 mph range and can touch 97. The North Carolina recruit also has an 89 mph slider and a changeup.

8-9: from http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - Stetson Allie, a third baseman and righthander from St. Edward Prep in Lakewood, Ohio had an impressive BP session and faced Castellanos in the derby finals. He didn’t stand out at the plate in the game and had an error at third, but he did get on the mound where his fastball ranged from 92-97 mph.

8-15: from XMLBScout on http://www.perfectgame.com/: first time seeing him, albeit, TV, he showed pure arm strength and rear back and fire it type of delivery. I'd like to see more of him again, than just 1 IP. In the field he was very rough and he has bat speed as a hitter, but missed pitches by more than just hair. Again, I'd like to see more on him. Reading hype doesn't do justice when you don't see enough of a player that's been built up such as Stetson Allie. I'm sure I'll see more of him this weekend.

8-17 from http://www.baseballamerica.com/ re: AFLAC games - Stetson Allie (St. Edward HS, Olmstead Falls, Ohio), a mature-framed righty, comfortably fired a 93-95 mph fastball and added an 85 mph change and sharp 80 mph slider. Allie is a definite candidate to go in the first round in 2010.

8-19: Jeff Sullivan from the AFLAC Games: - Allie has an outstanding arm, and is the hardest thrower in the 2010 class. He usually sits around 96-97 mph, and at this event touched 97 also. He is a big RHP, listed at 6’4, 225 and he showed why is ranked so high in the class. He allowed a walk to Kris Bryant, but struck out Bratsen, then recorded two straight groundouts to end the inning. Definite first round arm at this point!

9-5: from Jonathan Mayo’s 8-26 article on http://www.minors.mlbblogs.com/: - was up to 97 mph, but looked more like a thrower than a pitcher right now;

9-8: http://www.pgtracker.com/: lists as the #1 high school player coming out of Ohio



11. Cameron Bedrosian – East Coweta HS (GA.) – son of Steve Bedrosian… low-90’s fastball… big breaking ball… hard power curve is a serious out pitch… also has changeup… reported a real strike thrower…

7-21: Fr. http://baseballdraftreport.com/: - I personally loved what I saw on video of Cam Bedrosian

8-3 fr. http://www.baseballamerica.com/: Cameron has a four-pitch arsenal: A running 92-94 mph fastball that touches 96, a sharp 84-86 slider, an 80-82 changeup and a 74-78 curveball. He's also working on a two-seam fastball. "He's probably going to throw a plus-plus fastball down the stretch, and I think his slider has potential to be a lights-out pitch. His changeup has a chance to be a little bit above-average," the AL scout said.

8-17 from http://www.baseballamerica.com/ re: AFLAC games - Cameron Bedrosian (East Coweta HS, Senoia, Ga.) is shorter and more compact than his dad. Bedrosian struggled with his command, but still displayed a 92-93 mph fastball, 79 mph change, 75 mph curve and an excellent 88 mph spiltter.

8-19: Jeff Sullivan from the AFLAC Games: - Bedrosian had a busy inning in the first, allowing two runs after allowing a single and walk, but also showed his plus stuff. His curveball is outstanding, and it made Bryce Harper look foolish. He also got power hitter Kris Bryant to strike out on the curve.

9-5: from Jonathan Mayo’s 8-26 article on http://www.minors.mlbblogs.com/: - looked ok, but a little nervous.

9-7: From http://www.perfectgame.com/ on the AFLAC games: - 6'+ 195, solid build and know how with some upside still left and potential to grow another inch or two in the next 3-4 years. Nice spin and tilt on the breaking ball and a bulldog mentality. He never lost his cool even with the errant wild pitch. Definite top 25 HS players for 2010.



12. Kartsen Whitson – Chipley HS (FL) – 6-4, 195 – commited to Florida - son of Ed Whitson… top knotch sinker/slider… quick arm… 92-94 fastball… late sink down in zone… low-80s slider

7-21: Fr. http://baseballdraftreport.com/: - potential first round pick

7-29: from http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - Whitson has an ideal pitcher’s frame and is a strong righty with a loose, live arm. He pounds the strike zone with a 90-95 mph fastball that requires little effort. He also throws a sharp slider at 78-81, making him one of the top pitchers in the 2010 class.

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: another righty with good arm strength, 92 tops, mostly 88-90, breaking ball is a slurvy type that should get better, flies open early with delivery, correctible flaws however, can only get better in next 3-4 years.

8-11 from http://www.espn.com/: Karston Whitson was similarly dominant to Taillon throwing three solid pitches: a 94-91 fastball, 84-79 slider and a 80-79 change up.

8-19: Jeff Sullivan from the AFLAC Games: - Whitson was a personal favorite of mine, the way he handled himself on and off the mound. He has a good work ethic and a great arm to boot. His fastball was around 93-95 during the game, and his slider could be a great out pitch at the upper levels. Whitson struck out Harper with a nice fastball, and forced MVP Tony Wolters to ground into a double play. Look for Whitson to have a huge year and find himself in the middle of the first round.

9-7: From http://www.perfectgame.com/ on the AFLAC games: - saw more of the arm hook in back swing and it effects his release points and stamina. Worrisome to me as many pitchers with this type of delivery have arm woes down the road quickly in pro ball.


13. Chad Bettis – Texas Tech – junior… 6-0, 193, R/R… 2009: 6-1, 3.59… only 58-K in 72.2 IP… starts and relieves… projects out as reliever in the Bigs… 90-94 fast ball and a very good slider
7/13: As of July 13, hasn't allowed a run in six innings for Team USA

14. Alex Wimmers – Up from 18th) –- Ohio State – Junior… 6-2, 195, R/R… 2009: 9-2, 3.27, 136-K, 104.2-IP… pitched no-hitter against Michigan

7/07 fr. http://www.projectprospect.com/: Alex Wimmers from The Ohio State University has smooth mechanics and a big curveball that helped dominate big 10 action this spring, with another strong season he should garner lots of first round attention…

9-8: http://www.pgtracker.com/ lists as one of the top college player coming out of Ohio.


15. Nick Tepesch - Missouri – Junior… 6-5, 225, R/R… 2009: 6-5, 6.27

7/07 fr. http://www.projectprospect.com/: - Missouri’s Nick Tepesch also has good velocity but was hit around a lot last spring…

16. Kyle Blair – San Diego - junior… 6-3, 200, R/R… 2009: 3-2, 3.13, 54.2-IP, 62-K… led the team with lowest ERA…

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: ML plus velo, delivery needs work still, cb at times unhittable, health a bit in question and hope any concerns are put to rest this fall.


17. Kevin Rhoderick - Oregon State – 6-0, 190, R/R… Junior… did not play in 2008 due to injury… 2009: 3-3, 4.18, 33-K, 23.2-IP

18. Justin O’Connor - Cowan HS (IN) – also plays SS and hits well… fastball touches 99…



19. Kevin Gausman – (up from 19th) - Grandview HS, Aurora, Colo. – 6-4, 180… throws a 93-94 fastball… loose and easy arm action… needs to develop secondary pitches…

7-29: from http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - With a long and lean frame, Gausman has good projectability for a prep pitcher. His fastball sits between 89-91 mph and he can get it up to 93. He mixes in a 77 mph breaking ball that he throws for strikes, and everything is around the zone.

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: - nice arm strength, needs more work with delivery, fb was 88-92, topped out at 93, some arm side run and sink when down in zone, slurvy type breaking ball, once he naturally fills out, watch out.

8-10: From http://www.baseballamerica.com/ – Area Code Games - Gausman is a highly touted righthander who did not disappoint his opening day start, sitting at 91-92 and touching 93.

8-17 from http://www.baseballamerica.com/ re: AFLAC games - Kevin Gausman (Grandview HS, Centennial, Colo.) was an Area Code standout with his tall and highly projectable frame. He showed a 90-95 fastball with terrific natural sink.


20. Chance Ruffin – Texas – 6-1, 190

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: solid pitcher, good control, command of off speed stuff is solid, fb velo is 88-90 mostly will touch 92-93 on occasion, doesn't need to overpower hitters with sinking fb, he's effective to be a #4 man in the ML.


21. Deck McGuire – Georgia Tech – junior… 6-6, 223, R/R… four quality pitchers… 2008 1st team All-American from Collegiate Baseball… excellent command… 2008: 8-1, 13 starts, four relief appearances

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: power fb when down in the zone, range velo 90-95, mostly 91-92 early, breaking ball easy to read on occasion, projects well if he can keep his delivery balance in synch.


22. Justin O’Connor - Cowan High School (IN) – also could be drafted as shortstop… fastball touches 99…


23. Eric Ricks – Jenkins HS (GA) – 6-4, 195 – 2009: 10-1, gave up only 32 hits in 69.2 IP… ERA: 0.56. Fastball in low 80’s… good curve… 90Ks, 22 BB…


24. Zach Lee - McKinney HS, Texas – 6-3, 190 - committed to play QB for LSU…

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: arm strength and solid control for now, should improve each year with more work needed on breaking ball command and clean up his delivery some. Will be a solid college pitcher for sure, then look out.

25. Dylan Covey – (up from 30th) - Maranatha High (CA) – excellent power pitcher… competition was weak… low to mid 90’s fastball, mid-70 curve, low-80 slider…

7-21: Fr. http://baseballdraftreport.com/: - potential first round pick

8-17 from http://www.baseballamerica.com/ re: AFLAC games - Dylan Covey (Maranatha HS, Pasadena, Calif.) hails from a tiny private school and has big-time stuff. He mixes a 91-94 mph fastball, 83 mph slurve, 81 mph change and 77 mph curve effectively.

9-7: From http://www.perfectgame.com/ on the AFLAC games: - 6'4 righty, came to pitch, loosey goosey with some arm side run and sinks it down in the k-zone. Breaking ball has the proper bite and spin now and will only get better. Very projectible. For only 1 inning I saw, he's definitely put down as a MUST SEE early rounder for 2010.

26. Andrew Smith – Roswell HS (GA) – 6-2, 190 – fastball touches 93 consistently… good md-70s curve…

7/29: from http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - Smith is a 6-foot-2, 190 pound righthander. His fastball currently sits in the 91-93 mph range, but there’s room for more and he also mixes in a 74 mph breaking ball. He has a verbal commitment to North Carolina.

8-11 from http://www.espn.com/: While most pitchers tailed off after the third inning, it took Andrew Smith (RHP, Georgia) a few pitches to get into his grove in the first and improved as his outing went along. He displayed a nice 93-92 fastball with a good 76-74 curveball.


27. Aaron Sanchez - Barstow HS (CA.) – 6-3, 170… 93-94 fastball… good consistency…


28. Nick Pepitone – Tulane; Houston, Texas – 6-6, 230, R/R – Junior – 2009: 2-5, 3.26, 22 games, 9-Sv, 42-K, 38.2-IP

7-13: As of July 13, hasn't allowed a run in five appearances for Team USA

7-16: pitched three innings of scoreless relief with a strikeout against Team Japan

7-20: pitched 2.0, 1-K, save, for Team USA win over Team Canada

29. Drew Cisco - Wando HS (SC) – 6-1, 185 – verbally committed to Georgia

PGCrossChecker.com has Cisco ranked #1 prospect in SC high school, ad 177th in the nation

7-29: From: http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - Cisco has a simple and smooth delivery, allowing him to pound the strike zone with an effective three-pitch mix. His fastball ranges from 88-92 mph with occasional cut and run, which he uses to set up an above-average curveball and promising changeup

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: arm strength and aggressive on hill, topped at 91-92, top S Carolina prospect next spring.

8-15: from XMLBScout on http://www.perfectgame.com/: seems a bit tired after a very good early summer, good bloodlines and bulldog mentality to aid in moving up the ladder in pro ball.



30. Justin O’Connor - Cowan HS (IN) – also plays SS and hits well… fastball touches 99…

31. Jimmy Reyes – Elon - 2009: 8-0, 4.78, 101-K, 84.2-IP

32. Kaleb Cowart – Cook County HS (GA) – fastball in 90-92 range.. played every day shortstop but charts out as a pitcher… needs work

9-7: From http://www.perfectgame.com/ on the AFLAC games: - very good arm, also position player who plays all out. Have to see him again next year for sure.

33. Dennis Grady – Duke – junior… 5-10, 185, RHP/IF – R/R… played for the Brainerd Lakes Area Lunkers in the 2009 summer…

7-24 – Fr. http://www.rivals.yahoo.com/: - The skinny: O’Grady didn’t have a particularly impressive spring with the Blue Devils, and finished the season with a 5.76 ERA in 45 1/3 innings. However, he’s having a fabulous summer at the Northwoods. O’Grady has a 5-0 record and a 0.98 ERA in 55 innings for the Lunkers. He also has struck out 44 and walked 11 and opponents are hitting him at a .162 clip. He appears to be ready to take the next step.

34. Case Nixon – Hillcrest HS, Tuscaloosa, Ala. – played 2009 as the primary catcher, but his fastball hits 93… look for full conversion topoitcher in 2010

8-6: From http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - Nixon is an athletic 6-foot-2 and 185 pounds. On the mound, his fastball is in the 91-92 mph range and the arm strength is also evident behind the plate, where he posts sub-2.0 pop times. Nixon is committed to Alabama.

35. Dan Child – Jesuit HS (CA) – 6-5, 235 - needs more work… 91-94 fastball… slider is top pitch, top at 84…

7-29: from http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - Don’t let the last name fool you. At 6-foot-5 and 230 pounds, Child is all man. He fires fastballs that sit in the 90-92 mph range and touches 93. He also has an 83 mph breaking ball and is committed to Oregon State.



36. Nick Kingham – Sierra Vista HS (NV) – 6-5, 210, R/R… fastball hits 89… sharp breaking curve at 72… also plays 1B with raw power….

37. Connor Mason – Home Schooled – Suwanee, GA. – 90-91 fastball… excellent curve… plus command…


38. Nick Rumbelow – Bullard HS (TX) – 6-0, 190 – fastball sits at 90-92… one of the nastiest changeups in high school ball…

39. Nick Tropeano – (new) - Riverhead (NY) -

8-31: From http://www.baseballamerica/: Tropeano came on strong down the stretch as Stony Brook's No. 3 starter this spring and was downright dominant this summer in the ACBL, going 7-3, 1.61 with a 77-14 strikeout-walk ratio in 50 innings to win the league's pitching triple crown. Tropeano's bread and butter is his biting breaking ball, and he uses his changeup effectively as well. He could add velocity to his 87-88 mph fastball as he grows into his 6-foot-4, 205-pound frame. Tropeano earns plaudits for his composed demeanor and focus on the mound.

40. Tyler Shreve – Redlands East Valley HS (CA) – fastball sits 91-93… good breaking ball… bug high school quarterback prospect…

41. Peter Tago – (up from 55th) - Dana Hills HS (CA) - fastball sits at 91-93… needs to beef up…

9-5: from Jonathan Mayo’s 8-26 article on http://www.minors.mlbblogs.com/: - Keep an eye on Peter Tago. The boxscore doesn't look pretty, but some scouts liked his arm action. He was up to 94 mph and threw a slider at 82 mph that has the chance to be a good pitch.


42. Asher Wojciechowski – The Citadel - 6-4, 205, R/R, 2009: 3-3, 4.39, 12 starts, 69.2-IP, 75-K, 34-BB…

July 15: Wojciechowski came in with the bases loaded in the ninth inning, for USA Baseball, against Team Japan, and closed it out, with three strikeouts


43. Conrad Flynn – Tulane – 6-3, 210, R/R – junior… 2009: 8-3, 3.93, 14 starts, 87.0-IP, only 58-Ks

44. Jesus Valdez – HH Hueneme HS (CA) – 6-3, 180 – R/R – fastball sits in 91-93 range… rises… mid-70 curve ver tough on right handers…

7-21: Fr. http://baseballdraftreport.com/: - Another big personal favorite of mine is Jesus Valdez, super projectable and already armed with a fastball with sick late life.


45. Tyler Wilson – Gaffney HS (SC) - 6-2, 190…

PGCrossChecker has Wilson ranked #3 in SC, #158 in nation…



46. Logan Thomas – Pickens HS (SC) – 6-0, 170…

PGCrossCecker has Thomas ranked 4th in SC and 198th in nation

47. Trevor Bauer - UCLA; North Hollywood, Calif. - sophomore… 6-1, 175, /R – 2009: 20 appearances, 10 starts… 9-3, 2.99, 4-CG, 2-S, 92-K, 27-BB, .225-OBA, 105.1-IP… led staff in wins, ERA, and IP…

48. Sonny Gray - Vanderbilt; Nashville, Tenn. – 5-11, 180, R/R - sophomore – 2009: 5-1, 4.30, 72-K, 58.2-IP

7-23: SP in Team USA 10-2 win against Team Prince George: 7.0-IP, 1-R, 5-K, 3rd win

49. AJ Vanegas – (new) - Redwood Christian HS (CA) -

8-19: Jeff Sullivan from the AFLAC Games: - Vanegas was a pleasant surprise during the weekend. He was in the 91-92 range in the game, touching 93 and he coasted through an easy third inning. He has a good breaking ball, that will improve if he adds a little velocity to it. He struck out two in his inning. He could emerge as a top pitcher in the country and put himself in the upper class of RHP’s with a good year. Personal favorite of mine.

50. Kevin Jacob – (new) – Georgia Tech -

8-31: From http://www.baseballamerica/: Jacob settled in as Georgia Tech's closer during the second half of last season and the success carried over to summer league play. With an unorthodox, over-the-top delivery, Jacob whips fastballs that sit in the mid-90s and top out at 98 mph. He also has an above-average breaking ball that helped him put up some video-game numbers as the Bucs' closer this summer. Over 24 appearances, the 6-foot-6, 223-pound righthander went 2-1, 0.34 with 12 saves, 45 strikeouts and four walks in 27 innings, an indication that he has made progress toward eliminating the command lapses that have plagued him in the past. He was about as dominating as you can get—opposing hitters batted just .101 against him (9-for-89).

51. Kevin Brady – Clemson –

From http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - Brady ranked as the No. 3 prospect in the Ripken League last year but made just four appearances as a freshman on Clemson's deep pitching staff this spring. He dazzled back in the Ripken League this summer, going 2-2, 1.53 with 38 strikeouts and five walks in 29 innings. Brady shows an average to plus fastball with some sink that he controls at 90-94 mph from a high three-quarters slot. Brady is deceptively strong and holds his fastball velocity beyond the sixth inning. His other pitches are works in progress: a 71-75 curve with below-average depth and an average 83-85 changeup. Brady is still working on commanding the zone with all three offerings, but he has significant upside.



52. Thomas Lees – Whitewater HS (GA) – 6-0, 175, R/R – 84-88 fastball… excellent movement…

53. Forrest Koumas – Hartsville HS (SC) – 5-10, 175

PG Cross Checker has Koumas ranked 8th in SC and 446 in nation…

54. Ryan Moore – Sheehan HS (CT) – 6-1, 175, R/R – 84-88 fastball… tight spun curve… fuild delivery…


55. Hunter Rice – Boiling Springs HS (SC) – 5-11/190

Also plays third base… PG Cross Checker has him ranked 10th in SC and 489th in nation…


56. Bobby Wahl – West Springfield HS (VA) – 6-4, 200 – committed to Ole Miss…

7-29: from http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - With a tall, lean and projectable body, Wahl throws in the 90s and has touched 93. He uses his lower half to create a downhill plane and the ball comes out of his hand easily. He throws a three-pitch mix, including a curveball and changeup.

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: topped out at 93, fb down and in had good sink, fb middle of the plate got whacked in his 2nd IP, easy to read breaking ball, control was ok, just hit way too many bats, should improve with better command, college will help him.


57. John Barbato – Felix Varela HS (FL) – smooth delivery… fastball sits at 89-92… hits corners…

58. Adam Plutko – Glendora HS (CA) – 6-3, 180 –

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: not much improvement over last summer, was upper 80's, fb very true, lacked deception in his delivery, hit many bats, breaking ball was easy to read. Definitely have to follow him in college however, loose arm.

59. Mike Foltynewicz – Minooka HS (IL) – fastball sits at 90-92… mid 70s curve…

60. T.J. Walz - Kansas; Omaha, Neb. - first Jayhawk to participate on the U.S. National team… 2009: 8-3, 4.70, 88-K, 82.1-IP

7-20: In the 6-3 Team USA loss to Team Germany: gave up 2-HRs in first 4-IP, going down 3-0 - Walz (2-1) pitched three innings for team USA, giving up three runs on six hits and striking out two batters.

61. Brandon Brennan – Capistrano Valley HS ( CA) – 6-4, 205 –
7-29: from http://www.baseballfactory.com/: - Teammates with 2009 first-rounder Tyler Matzek, Brennan is a tremendous athlete with a 6-foot-4, 205-pound frame. He shows a fastball that ranges from 89-93 mph with hard, late run. He also has solid command of his changeup at 75-78 mph and a curveball with 11-5 break. Brennan is also a major college recruit as a quarterback



62. Tony Zych - Louisville; Hazelcrest, Ill. - 6-3, 180, R/R, sophomore – 2009: 6-2, 325, 21-games, 3-starts, 44.1-IP, 31-K, OBA-.235
7-20: In the 6-3 Team USA loss to Team Germany: gave up 2-HRs to one German batter. Zych pitched 4 1/3 innings of relief and surrendered three runs

63. Cody Buckel – Royal HS (CA) – 6-0, 170 –

8-1: from http://perfectgame.atinfopop.com/: smooth righty with deceptive arm strength and delivery, mostly 87-89, knows how to pitch.


64. Tyler Skulina - (new) - verbally committed to Virginia

9-8: http://www.pgtracker.com/ lists as one of the top 10 high school players coming out of Ohio.

65. Dace Kime – (new) – verbally committed to Louisville

9-8: http://www.pgtracker.com/ lists as one of the top 10 high school players coming out of Ohio.

66. Brett Welbley – (new) – Kent State -

9-8: http://www.pgtracker.com/ lists as one of the top 10 college players coming out of Ohio.

67. Dusty Issacs – (new) -

9-8: http://www.pgtracker.com/ lists as one of the top 10 high school players coming out of Ohio.

68. Burny Mitchem – (new) - Dayton

9-8: http://www.pgtracker.com/ lists as one of the top 10 college players coming out of Ohio.


69. Johnny Fasola – (new) -

9-8: http://www.pgtracker.com/ lists as one of the top 10 high school players coming out of Ohio.


70. Case Nixon – Hillcrest HS (AL) – 6-1, 181 – verbally committed to Alabama…

7-29: From: http://www.baseballfactory.com/: Nixon is athletic at 6-foot-2 and 185 pounds. On the mound, his fastball is in the 91-92 mph range and the arm strength is also evident behind the plate, where he posts sub-2.0 pop times. Nixon is committed to Alabama.

71. Casey Mullholland – Pendleton School (FL) –

8-6: From http://www.baseballamerica.com/: - Mullholland is a 6-foot-4, 175-pound righthander with a fastball in the 88-90 mph range, a 77-78 mph changeup and a 68-70 mph breaking ball. He uses his ideal pitcher's frame to work downhill. Mullholland is athletic, running a 7.0 second 60-yard dash and also spending time in the outfield.

72. Tyrell Jenkins – 6-4, 175

8-9: from Keith Law/ http://www.espn.com/: - Jenkins is just a 6'4" 175 lbs RHP, but was still throwing 92-90 with his fastball and threw a curveball with good movement and a "sharp slider."

73. TJ Pecoraro –

8-9: from Keith Law/ http://www.espn.com/: - The New England team was led by LHP Kevin Ziomek and RHP TJ Pecoraro. Pecoraro also threw about 88 on his fastball, but hasn't established a main off-speed pitch yet.




74. Caleb Smith – Abundant Life (SC) – 2009: 5-1, 1.08, 60K in 32.2 IP… .490/.581/1.037, 7 HRs, 41 RBIs in 51 at bats – won State Championship in 2009
75. Luke Taylor - Woodinville HS – 62.22 SPARQ rating at 2010 Prospect Games in Washington State…

76. Cam Thomas – - Abundant Life (SC) – won State Championship in 2009 – 6-4, 190 – 5-0, 1.47, 33K, 19.0 IP – SP2 and 1st string catcher: .449/.542/.939.

7-23: Thomas went to the mound for the Beaufort Ospreys in the ravel team’s playoff game on July 22, against Lancaster, and pitched a 5-hit, complete game, for a 5-1 victory. Thomas gave up zero earned runs, striking out six in the 7-nning game. He also went 1-3, with a single.


77. Greg Greve – Walsh Jesuit HS (OH) – 6-2, 185, R/R… good command… solid change-up… fastball hits 89…


78. Bradley Wallace – Woodlawn HS (AR) – 6-2, 155, R/R – fastball has hit 90… too lean… breaking ball spins at 70…

79. Peter Tago – Dana Hills High (CA) –6-2, 180 - same high school as Tanner Scheppers… smooth arm and very fluid… fastball sits 88-92… mid-to-high curve is a 1-7….




80. Vincent Velasquz – Garey High (CA) - had early season growth plate injury to his throwing arm, which prevented him from pitching… so, he played outfield, threw left-handed, and made the all-league team… slow runner (7.22)… comfortably sat at 88 before injury…75 curve…

81. A.J. Berglund – St. Francis HS (CA) – 6-3, 220, R/R – big and powerful… low 90’s fastball, 84 change, and