6/2/13

Draft 13 – Nick Ciuffo, Caleb McClanahan, Colin Moran, Jonathan Gray



Nick Ciuffo, Lexington HS (SC) - Ciuffo is a strong offensive prospect, with solid pop and bat speed to go along with a good catcher’s build (6-1, 200). Ciuffo projects to hit for solid average as he makes really good contact and has strong plate discipline. In terms of receiving skills and arm strength, Ciuffo is one of the strongest catching prospects in this draft, but needs to refine those skills for better consistency. With proper development, Ciuffo should become an everyday starter with plus offensive ability and decent defensive tools. LINK

RHP Caleb McClanahan – Central Arkansas - Like Graveman, Caleb McClanahan is no stranger to Mississippi State, but he is also looking for a better outcome the second time around. He gave up two runs on three hits in 4.1 innings in the Bears lone loss to the Bulldogs. But if he pitches like he has multiple times this year, Mississippi State could find itself fighting through the loser’s bracket.  LINK

Jim Callis@jimcallisBA -

Go get Gray & Manaea for $9.2 mil. @Biggio4HOF: Better deal for #astros... 1.1 Colin Moran 2.1 Manaea or 1.1 Gray 2.1 slot player ? #mlbdraft

There is a great chance that with the first overall pick in the 2013 MLB Draft, the Houston Astros will be selecting one of three players; Mark Appel, Kris Bryant, or Jonathan Gray.  Others, such as Colin Moran and Kohl Stewart also remain possibilities.  General consensus has Gray tabbed as Houston’s pick and he has a great case as the best prospect in the 2013 class. LINK

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