SB Nation - Mock

1. Houston Astros: Carlos Rodon

The Astros have a plan. Rodon hasn't dominated as he was expected to but that doesn't mean he can't be a dominant pitcher. The Astros expect to contend or at least compete soon. They need impact now, so Rodon seems to be the logical choice. Aiken could be an option to save money but there are other ways of doing that.

2. Miami Marlins: Tyler Kolek

The Marlins have a connection with drafting a power arm from Texas in Josh Beckett. Kolek has unprecedented velocity and I can't see the Marlins passing on him. Jackson could be an option, as could Aiken.

3. Chicago White Sox: Brady Aiken

It's hard to imagine Aiken getting past three with the helium for the number one spot he has had of late. I really think the top three will be Aiken, Rodon and Kolek but there is a chance that Jackson sneaks into the mix.

4. Chicago Cubs: Alex Jackson

Jackson seems like a good fit here due to the Cubs' philosophy on impact players. He is the biggest impact bat in the prep class and would join an amazingly powerful projected lineup in the windy city. I think they would prefer an arm but Hoffman's injury hinders that plan. If one of the top three arms slips to them, they will likely take one.

5. Minnesota Twins: Nick Gordon

I expect they will pick either Nick Gordon or Aaron Nola here. The Twins have Buxton and Sano near the majors, so a college player like Nola may make more sense. I think the impact of a young up the middle talent could be more valuable in the long run and I think the Twins will see this as well.

6. Seattle Mariners: Bradley Zimmer

The Mariners would have likely taken a college arm here if Fedde and Hoffman out. I think they go with the polished college bat in Zimmer but Michael Conforto, Kyle Schwarber and Casey Gillaspie could be in the mix as well.

7. Philadelphia Phillies: Kyle Freeland

While the Phillies usually take talented, toolsy athletes, Gordon seems to be the most likely player to fit that mold at this spot and he doesn't get here in this scenario. Turner could be an option but I think they go with an impact college arm.

8. Colorado Rockies: Casey Gillaspie

The Rockies prefer college players and a big bat in the middle of the lineup would be a good addition. Gillaspie could be great in Colorado. Conforto, Schwarber and Turner could be options here as well.

9. Toronto Blue Jays: Touki Toussaint

I firmly believe this pick will be Touki if it isn't Nick Gordon. They really seem like Blue Jays picks. I could see them looking at Turner or one of the remaining college arms though as well.

10. New York Mets: Aaron Nola

I could see the Mets looking at any of the college arms remaining here or even one of the bats. Considering there next pick isn't until 84, I think they will feel like they NEED to make this one count and Nola is as safe of a bet as anyone.

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