1/29/12

Draft 2012 – Adam Climber, Josh Elander, Carlos Correa, Kevin Gausman, Andrew Susac


Adam Climber    RHP  Green Bay—Washington -  Adam went 2-1 and had a great 0.52 era in 34.1 innings of work. He appeared in 18 games, was among the leaders with 9 saves and he fanned 36 batters. He also allowed just 3 walks during the season. PG ranked him as the 20th best prospect in the league.

Josh Elander / TCU /C :  Elander really caught my eye early in the Cape Season and I wasn’t surprised to see him added to the USMNT roster (He actually replaced Zunino). The Texas Christian backstop is athletic with a well-rounded game. He doesn’t possess an ideal catcher’s body with his thick frame but certainly has a chance to stick there. The feeling is that his tools will play at a number of other positions in any case. Elander has a very disciplined approach at the plate and should hit for a high average with a chance for above average power. If he continues to progress behind the plate he could really move up draft boards this spring. http://mlbdraftinsider.com/2012/01/scouting-the-cape/#more-720  

 Carlos Correa — 6’-4”, SS, Puerto Rico Baseball Academy  (PR) - A defensive whiz with a ton of offensive potential, Correa has the frame to be a power-hitting third baseman while maintaining his gold-glove defense.  Has a strong and accurate arm, as well as great range and footwork. At the plate, he makes consistent contact and has an advanced approach at the plate. An exciting player to watch and a kid who will have a ton of scouts watching his every move this upcoming season. http://www.throughthefencebaseball.com/top-50-draft-prospects-for-2012-25-thru-1/15694/

 Kevin Gausman — 6’-4”, RHP, LSU At 6’-4” and 190 lbs, Gausman is a power righty who can get his fastball up to 99 mph. His long, easy delivery gives his fastball late life, running in on hitters. His change-up has late, fading action and should be an above average pitch while his breaking ball is still developing. Had a 3.51 ERA with 86 K/23 BB over 89.2 innings as a freshman for LSU, allowing only five home runs. Another strong sophomore season should cement him into a top-10 pick, possibly top-5. http://www.throughthefencebaseball.com/top-50-draft-prospects-for-2012-25-thru-1/15694/

Best Tool: Andrew Susac's best tool right now is power. According to the Baseball America scouting report he has "plus power and generates the kinds of backspun home runs that keep carrying until they clear the fence." For a team that has been starved of power this is an excellent thing to hear. Needs to work on: He has yet to make his pro debut so it is hard to get a clear read on what he needs to work on but one thing that the scouting reports have warned against is that his approach can be susceptible to breaking balls and that he will need to make adjustments on that as he moves up through the minors. http://www.crazycrabbers.com/2012/01/crazy-crabbers-top-20-prospects-andrew.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

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