Nicholas Gordan
6-9-13 -
8.Nick Gordon, SS (Florida HS): Right there with Jackson for all-around
value, though he could be the better defender of the two. http://www.minorleaguerundown.com/2013/06/09/2014-mlb-draft-top-30-prospects/
6-11-13 - 7. Nick Gordon, RHP/SS,
Olympia HS, Fla.: The son of Tom and brother of Dee, Gordon is a legitimate
two-way guy who can play shortstop and hit from the left side. He's athletic on
the mound, too, with a low-90s fastball and a big curve.
http://mlb.mlb.com/news/article.jsp?ymd=20130611&content_id=50293726&vkey=news_mlb&c_id=mlb&tcid=tw_article_50293726
6-12-13 - Committed
to Florida State, Gordon had a big year for Olympia, batting .505 with 50 base
hits, 15 doubles and 23 runs scored. He also pitched and posted a 5-1 record.
He's the son of fomer major leaguer Tom "Flash" Gordon and the
brother of Dee Gordon, who has seen time with the Los Angeles Dodgers http://www.maxpreps.com/news/article.aspx?articleid=7c0ad513-b5e1-4ac1-b57e-8dedcc72c783&page=2
6-13-13 - 7. Kansas City Royals — Nicholas Gordon,
SS/RHP, Olympia HS (FL) - The son of Tom
“Flash” Gordon, Nick also can sling it on the mound (92 mph) but may have a
brighter future at shortstop, where his strong arm, range and instincts will
make him one of the better defensive shortstops in the 2014 MLB draft.
Offensively, he hits from the left side and projects to a top-of-the-order
hitter with speed and a very good approach at the plate. Over 30 games as a
junior, he hit .505 with 15 doubles, six triples, and stole 12 bases. Committed
to Florida State. http://beforeitsnews.com/sports/2013/06/2014-mlb-mock-draft-1-0-no-time-like-the-present-2513748.html?currentSplittedPage=2
5. Nicholas Gordon, SS/RHP,
Olympia High in Orlando - Gordon (6-foot-2, 175) "may be the premier
two-way talent in the 2014 draft," Perkin said, noting that he throws a
low-90s fastball but is also a slick-fielding shortstop with speed and quickness.
"Gordon's bat will determine his future in pro ball," Perkin said.
"If he hits, Gordon stays at shortstop. If not, he moves to the
hill." Choice A would make him like his older brother (Dodgers shortstop
Dee Gordon), and Choice B would make him like his father (former big league
reliever Tom Gordon). http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/mlb/news/20130610/draft-prospects-carlos-rodon/#ixzz2WWk0FqzU
7-2-13 - 2014 Top 100 High School
Prospects - 9. Nick Gordon- SS/RHP, Olympia (FL) HS - 6.68 runner, 94 MPH
across the diamond. Up to 92 on the mound. Scout in North Carolina told me he
was #1 on his HS list http://www.ninebaseball.org/Wordpress/jeff-sullivans-top-100-2014-prospects/
7-25-13 – Top 30 High School
Prospects For 2014 Draft - 13. Nick Gordon, SS/RHP, Olympia HS (FL) - 6'1/170,
L/R, Draft Day Age: 18.62, Florida State commit, Full Report & Video -
Quick Take: Gordon is probably the second most famous player in this class
behind Toussaint as he's at most national events and has elite bloodlines from
father Tom (former MLB closer) and brother Dee (Dodgers shortstop). Gordon has
been up to 94 mph with an above average curve on the mound but is a better
prospect as a lefty-hitting shortstop with good pop, feel to hit and defensive
skills. http://sbb.scout.com/2/1310090.html
8-2-13 – Matt Garrioch - That is
why I rarely read or watch news...now back to baseball. Nick Gordon is already
in the cages at East Coast Pro.........
Dan Kirby @DanMKirby - See him
as a SS or SP? …. Matt Garrioch
@mattgarrioch - @DanMKirby SS, no
question.
2013 East Coast Pro Showcase Top
50 Prospects - 10. Nick Gordon –
SS/RHP, Olympia (FL) HS - Top of the class defensive SS who can swing it too.
Sat 90-91 and touched 92 on the mound http://www.ninebaseball.org/Wordpress/sullys-top-50-ecp-prospects/
8-14-13 – Through The Fence – Top
50 Prospects – 18. Nick Gordon, SS/RHP, Olympia HS (FL) - The son of Tom “Flash” Gordon, Nick also can sling it on
the mound (92 mph) but may have a brighter future at shortstop, where his
strong arm, range and instincts will make him one of the better defensive
shortstops in the 2014 MLB draft. Offensively, he hits from the left side and
projects to a top-of-the-order hitter with speed and a very good approach at
the plate. Over 30 games as a junior, he hit .505 with 15 doubles, six triples
and 12 stolen bases. Committed to Florida State. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/2014-mlb-draft-top-50-prospects/36463#mwWwsFxSUZy7YC5V.99
8-13-13 - The Perfect Game
All-American Classic in San Diego - *Nick Gordon (Olympia High School; Fla.) certainly
can play shortstop, and obviously has the arm strength to stick at shortstop,
but I’m not in love with the swing. He has a tendency to glide, and I’m not
sure he’s going to be more than a gap hitter at the next level. With a 94 mile
per hour fastball and a potentially plus curveball, I think I prefer Gordon on
the mound at this point. http://mlbdraftinsider.com/2013/08/thoughts-on-perfect-game-all-american-classic/?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter
8-16-13 - 11th All-American
Classic - Nick Gordon | SS/RHP | Olympia HS (Orlando, FL) - Height/Weight:
6-foot-2/170 pounds - B/T: L/R - Draft Day Age: 18 years, 7 months -
Commitment: Florida State - One of the highest-profile players in the 2014
draft class, Gordon routinely impresses on and off the field, with the San
Diego showcase being no exception. With standout tools, an excellent feel for
the game, and major league bloodlines through both his father Tom and brother
Dee, Nick received plenty of scout attention as an underclassman, and continues
to ride high on follow lists as he enters his draft-eligible senior year.
Scouting Notes: Top overall talent for me in the class; everything he does
looks easy; natural glovework at shortstop with some swagger; soft hands;
excellent backhand pickup; smooth; arm is very strong; no doubt at the
position; body has more projection than his brother’s, with more strength potential;
plus run; lunges at the ball a bit at the plate, but hand-eye is exceptional
and can put barrel on the ball; good bat speed; don’t see a lot of power coming
but he can sting the ball; timing can get disrupted by off-speed stuff; could
develop into plus-hit-tool shortstop at highest level; bloodlines and makeup
are there; could be a top 5 pick in 2014. –Jason Parks Summer Stock: Gordon has had some ups and
downs the past couple months on the showcase circuit, but he has shown so well
in past viewings that his stock is unlikely to affected by a few hiccups here
and there. At his best, Gordon boasts a dynamic defensive skill set, with
impact potential in the hit tool. It has been a long eight months for the
two-way standout dating back to the January Perfect Game World Showcase in Fort
Myers, Florida, and evaluators will be champing at the bit to see a rested
Gordon in a couple of months in Jupiter, and then again next spring. –Nick J.
Faleris http://www.baseballprospectus.com/article.php?articleid=21537
9-1-13 – Petco Game - Nick Gordon
(SS/RHP) (L/R) 6’2″ 170; Grad: 2014 Orlando, FL This was my first look at the
SS so thought I would include him on my list. Tall, lean look with good
projection to body. Two way athlete and EZ
to dream considering the bloodline: father is Flash Gordon and brother
is Dee Gordon (LAD). Fast twitch swing geared for contact/LD at the moment;
lives in middle part of diamond. As body matures and strengthens, can project
as LD/gaps hitter with BA power. Instinctive base runner and SB threat. Alert
defender w/quick first step and smooth, fluid actions. Plenty of arm to stay at
SS. Premium defender and future GG
candidate. Pending how the bat progresses this spring, Nick has a chance to go
early in the first round 2014. http://bigleaguefutures.net/1/2013/09/01/aflac-game-wrap-up-better-late-than-never/
8-15-13 - Under Armour All-Star
Game – Nicholas Gordon: SS/RHP: The son
of former pitcher Tom Gordon, Nick also has a very good arm and can bring it at
up to 92 mph but he's also a SS, where he may stand out more as a speedy top of
the order hitter with great range, arm, and instincts in the field. http://www.chicagonow.com/cubs-den/2013/08/2014-mlb-draft-ua-game-roster-and-preview-plus-more-tickets-and-meet-up-information/
9-4-13 – Mack’s Mock Draft v1.0 –
6 – Giants – SS Nick Gordon – Olympia (FL) HS – I’ve got Gordon as the first
high school shortstop to be drafted. The lefty projects as a leadoff hitter and
plays a very good defensive game. Did not have a great summer, but I still have
him as one of the top 10 players in the draft
9-11-13 - Sully’s 2014 Top 100 MLB
HS Draft Prospects – 15.Nicholas Gordon – SS/RHP, Olympia (FL) HS
9-30-13 – TTF Mock 2.0 - 12.
Milwaukee Brewers — Nick Gordon, SS/RHP, Olympia HS (FL) The son of
Tom “Flash” Gordon, Nick also can sling it on the mound (92 mph) but may
have a brighter future at shortstop, where his strong arm, range and instincts
will make him one of the better defensive shortstops in the 2014 MLB draft.
Offensively, he hits from the left side and projects to a top-of-the-order
hitter with speed and a very good approach at the plate. Over 30 games as a
junior, he hit .505 with 15 doubles, six triples and 12 stolen bases. Committed
to Florida State. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/2014-mlb-mock-draft-2-0-draft-order-set/38280#5E3F5j1jWOgE69bJ.99
10-15-13 – Baseball America - 11.
Nick Gordon, ss/rhp, Olympia HS, Orlando, Fla.: The son of former big leaguer
Tom and brother of Dodgers infielder Dee has a chance to stick at short with a
plus arm, good actions and a solid lefthanded swing. http://www.baseballamerica.com/college/2014-draft-top-50-october-2013-carlos-rodon/
10-29-13 – Jim Callis – Top 10
World Wood Bat Association World Championship (WWBA) Jupiter, Fla - 4. Nick
Gordon, SS/RHP, Cardinals Scout Team/FTB Chandler (Olympia High, Orlando,
Fla./Florida State) Son of former
All-Star Tom offers defensive ability, above-average speed and a low-90s
fastball. http://ht.ly/qi5No
11-6-13 – Todd Gold – WWBA World
Championship – Nick Gordon (2014 SS, Cardinals Scout Team/FTB Chandler) - In a
class that has plenty of position prospects to dream on long term, Gordon is
the safest bet to play everyday at an up-the-middle position in the Major
Leagues. While his ceiling is tied to his ability to add strength (while
maintaining his athleticism) to drive the ball, his floor is very high given
his high level defensive ability at shortstop. Safe bets to play shortstop at
the Major League level tend to come off the board early in the draft, and
Gordon continued to show himself to be just that in Jupiter. Being paired with
another highly talented middle infielder in the class, Milton Ramos, made the
Cardinals Scout Team a fun team to watch. http://www.perfectgame.org/Articles/View.aspx?article=9157
11-11-13 – PG HS Rankings – 2 -
Nicholas Gordon SS RHP 6-2 170 L R Olympia Windermere FL Florida State FTB Chandler Team - Good
athlete, really projects both ways, outstanding defensive SS stood out at WWBA,
BCS and PG Nat., great bloodlines, up to 94 @ PG World, Very good at PG All
American Game http://www.perfectgame.org/Rankings/Players/Default.aspx?gyear=2014&num=500
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