DRAFT REVIEW SEASON 12 PICKS 1-17

#1

Pedro Rodrigo Washington D.C. Nationals Age: 18 B/T: R/R Born: Stanwood, IA Position(s): P (ClA) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:4,000,000

It's very rare that a Setup/Closer gets drafted #1 overall. But this kid is special. He has 3 pitches in which 2 are great. Add Max Control, Health ,Makeup and you can guarantee a few ROY's.

ARDTHOMPS TAKE: With the 1st pick in the draft, the Washington Nationals selected Pedro Rodrigo .Rodrigo projects to be the Nationals future closer. This young fireballer is just another brick in the foundation of the future of this franchise as they try to climb their way out of the cellar and into contention.

#2

Luis Mesa Arizona Diamondbacks Age: 18 B/T: L/L Born: Hillsborough, CA Position(s): CF View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:3,910,000

Luis "Dinner" Mesa brings alot to the Table. He will be a GG and SS CF'er if his Health problems stay out of the way. He will also swipe about 20-30 bases every year. Should have nicknamed him "Banquet"

#3

Torey Montana Tampa Bay Rays Age: 18 B/T: S/L Born: Teaneck, NJ Position(s): P (SP1) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:3,820,000

Torey "Spelling" Montana has a favorite letter.......K. With his devastating change up he will have a great E.R.A and W.H.I.P. Thats a A O K pick

#4(D)

Spike Loux Tampa Bay Rays Age: 18 B/T: S/R Born: Port Washington, NY Position(s): SS View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:3,720,000

Spike "Strip" Loux will flatten alot of fastballs. Defensivly he will hold his own at SS. May take 4-5 years to reach his projections.


#5
NOT SIGNED

#6

Johnny Jensen Seattle Mariners Age: 20 B/T: R/R Born: Greenup, KY Position(s): C View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:3,540,000

Johnny "Bench" Jensen will be as good as his namesake. Not only will it be difficult to steal on him. He can also hit .300 or above. His 0 speed is his only drawback.

#7

Vin Tejera Baltimore Orioles Age: 19 B/T: L/L Born: Cozad, NE Position(s): P (SP1) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:3,440,000

Vin "Number" Tejers was my #1 rated player. This kid has everything you want in a Starting Pitcher. He will be a Hall Of Famer.

BOURBONCASK'S TAKE: since I've taken over Baltomore (this is my 3rd season) I've put an emphasis on Pitching threw the draft, something my team was sorely missing when I got it.Over the years I've drafted Pat Sosa , Sun Martin , D'Angelo Vazquez , and this year Vin Tejera . Nice prospects who should help shape my team in a few years.....

#8

Rick Champion Philadelphia Phillies Age: 18 B/T: R/R Born: Sutter Creek, CA Position(s): P (SP1) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:3,350,000

Rick "Sparkplug" Champion is another Super Starting Pitcher. This kid will fire up any team he plays for.

#9

Hersh Mays San Francisco Giants Age: 20 B/T: L/R Born: Lytle, TX Position(s): C View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:3,250,000

Hersh "E" Mays Is the second Catcher in the top 10. While his Arm stength and Accuracy are a little below average. He will absolutely Crush the Ball. I see Home Run Derby and MVP Trophys for this Basher.

#10

Derrek Duncan Chicago White Sox Age: 18 B/T: R/R Born: Lewistown, OH Position(s): 2B View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:7,000,000

Egads 7 million ?? Even though this dude cost twice as much as the others. He is worth it. Derrek "Goes" Duncan will murder the ball and can defend his position to boot.

#11

Derek Higley Cincinnati Reds Age: 20 B/T: R/R Born: Somerset, TX Position(s): P (SP6) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:3,070,000

Derik "Piggly" Higley will make a good pitcher . His stamina may put him as a #4 or #5 Starting Pitcher.

#12
NOT SIGNED

#13
NOT SIGNED

#14
NOT SIGNED

RUSSELINI'S TAKE: i doubt my number one is gonna sign...his agent says he's leaning toward football...my 2nd and 3rd pk were SS...BUT THEY LOOK MORE LIKE 2ND BASE/LEFT FIELDERS ....BUT CERTAINLY USEABLE

#15(D)

Matt Mauer Toronto Blue Jays Age: 21 B/T: L/L Born: Warrenton, NC Position(s): P (ClA) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:2,690,000 S/T invite

Matt "the Lawn" Mauer is a great pickup at #15. He has great numbers for a premier closer. His Health rating is a problem.

#16

Tanner Darling Texas Rangers Age: 19 B/T: L/L Born: Wellington, FL Position(s): P (SP1) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:2,600,000

Tanner "Lines" Darling Has a 1 great pitch and great Control. His RH split is a little low for my taste.He may be a solid M L pitcher if all goes well.

#17(D)

Bill Henry San Francisco Giants Age: 18 B/T: R/R Born: Leominster, MA Position(s): 2B View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:2,500,000

Bill "me Later" Henry is the second pick for wylie and his Giants. His low Arm Strength may doom him to LF/1st base. But with great Speed and good hitting numbers. He may prove to be a winner. Look for him to be packaged in a trade for a superstar.