11-19-13 - Aaron Nola
(RHP) - College: LSU - In short, Nola’s numbers for LSU in 2013 were absolutely
ridiculous. In 17 starts, he had 126 innings pitched–good for a little over
seven and one/third innings per start. His control was impeccable walking just
18 batters while striking out 122, giving him an impressive strikeout-to-walk
ratio of 6.78. At 6’1″, 183 pounds, Nola doesn’t have that towering pitcher
build that scouts rave about, but as you can see by the numbers, he doesn’t
really need it. He makes up for it by employing a somewhat deceptive
three-quarters motion to provide exception movement on three above-average
pitches. His go-to is his sinker which touches 94 MPH with both downward and
tailing movement. He also has a plus changeup that mimics the movement of his
fastball. Finally, he has an above-average 11-5 breaking ball which is
resembles a slurve more than just a curveball or slider. Baseball America has
him 10th in their latest 2014 draft rankings, so he, like Turner, will likely
be unavailable by the time the Cardinals pick. However, if interested here is a
video of him pitching in the Cape Cod League in 2012. His deceptive whipping
motion is on full display in the video. In my opinion, he has the best chance
of any pitching prospect to make a Michael Wacha-like rise through a team’s
farm system. Let’s hope he doesn’t end up in the National League Central. http://stlcupofjoe.com/2013/11/19/2014-mlb-draft-five-prospects-to-keep-an-eye-on-part-2/
12-9-13 – Pine Tar Press
- 23- RHP Jake Cosart Seminole State- Duke transfer and younger brother of
Zack. He is a fast riser and would be the highest JC player drafted. He is a
late bloomer after getting only a few looks out of HS where he was known more
as an OF. But, a lot of eyes will be on his JC program this spring as they have
several potential high draft picks on their roster. (Reds @ 21) http://pinetarpress.com/early-look-2014-mlb-draft/
11-19-13 - Lukas
Schiraldi (RHP) - College: University of Texas - After pitching his first
two post-high school seasons at the JUCO level, Schiraldi is now a member of
the Texas Longhorns. Because he was at the JUCO level, he flew under the radar
a little bit. This, however, is no longer the case due to his 2013 Cape Cod
League performance. He was given the BFC Whitehouse Outstanding Pitcher Award
after he led the league with a 1.20 ERA. He had 27 strikeouts in 37.2
regular-season innings. Also, in his one playoff start in Cape Cod, he threw
six shutout innings. At 6’4″, 197 pounds, he could add a little bulk to his
frame, but his height is what is desired in a pitching prospect. Baseball
America has him ranked 47th–noting his “plus fastball and solid secondary
repertoire.” His fastball touches 95 MPH, and his changeup is already
big-league ready. As he develops his breaking ball at UT, he will be one of the
top pitching prospects out there. One of my favorite parts about him is his
laid-back, goofy personality which can be seen in this 2.5 minute interview
after his first start at Cape Cod. Give him time, and he could be the next Adam
Wainwright–both on the mound and in the dugout/clubhouse. Based on his spring
performance with Texas, he very well could be available for the Cardinals late
in the first round, and I would be ecstatic if they were to pick him up.
However, now that he plays for a perennial baseball powerhouse, Texas, scouts
won’t be able to overlook him. I could see him flying up the draft board as the
season rolls along. http://stlcupofjoe.com/2013/11/19/2014-mlb-draft-five-prospects-to-keep-an-eye-on-part-2/
11-21-13 – BA Top 100 High School Players - 68 Alex Destino LHP/OF L/L 6-2 213 North
Buncombe, Weaverville, N.C. South Carolina http://www.baseballamerica.com/college/2014-high-school-top-100-with-commitments/
12-10-13 – TTF – Top 50 HS Players - 27. Ti’Quan Forbes, SS, Columbia HS (MS) -
At 6’-4” and 180 pounds, the right-hander oozes potential due to his defensive
abilities, strong arm, plus speed (6.4/60) and developing raw power. He has
shown a patient approach at the plate, driving the ball to all fields, and his
size suggests more power will come. He hit .391/.447/.758 as a junior with only
seven strikeouts over 103 plate appearances. If teams believe he can stick at
shortstop, he could shoot up draft boards. Committed to Mississippi. http://throughthefencebaseball.com/2014-mlb-draft-top-50/40532#zz88YJZTOG8iEa1Z.99
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