Draft 2012: Byron Buxton, Trey Williams, Lucas Sims, LJ Mazzilli

Byron Buxton, Appling County (Baxley, Ga.), Outfield, 6-1, R/R, Georgia The only position player to get any consideration as the No. 1 pick so far among the mock drafts, Buxton's stock has risen considerably since last season. Regarded as a five-tool outfielder with great speed and a strong arm, he is also an outstanding all-around athlete, making the Georgia AA All-State Team as a defensive back. Most drafts have Buxton going among the top five picks. He is the top outfielder on the board and he will likely be the first or second position player chosen overall. http://www.maxpreps.com/news/-8V2A0MeEeGkPgAmVebEWg/maxpreps-top-10-mlb-draft-prospects.htm  

Trey Williams — 6’-1”, 3B, Valencia HS (CA) Williams is one of the best hitters in the draft, regardless of age. Has exceptional bat speed which allows the ball to jump off his bat. Tremendous power to all fields, he was once walked with the bases loaded as a sophomore. In 182 at bats over the last two seasons, he has hit 19 home runs, rarely getting a pitch to hit. Also a standout defensively at third where his strong arm and footwork will allow him to stay at the position in the major leagues. Without many holes to his game, he falls under the “can’t miss” category and is regarded as one of the safest picks in the draft. His father, Eddie Williams, played 10 season in the major leagues and was the fourth overall pick by the Mets in 1983. http://www.throughthefencebaseball.com/top-50-draft-prospects-for-2012-25-thru-1/15694/

 Lucas Sims, Brookwood (Snellville, Ga.)  Sims could head to Clemson, but he could also land in the top half of the first round of the draft thanks to a plus fastball and curveball. The breaking ball sits in the low-80s with good shape, depth and late break. http://espn.go.com/blog/high-school/baseball/post/_/id/1051/top-10-class-of-2012-right-handed-pitchers

2B LJ Mazzilli School: Connecticut   Cl.: Junior, Ht.: 6-1, Wt.: 190  Hometown.: Greenwich, Conn. High school: IMG Pendleton School  Mazzilli was hampered at times last season with an injury, but enters 2012 with a full head of steam and high expectations. The talented two-bagger is a solid defender and has a good bat. In 2011, he batted .338 with 23 doubles, three home runs and 32 RBIs. http://www.perfectgame.org/Articles/View.aspx?article=6498