DRAFT REVIEW SEASON 12 PICKS 18-35

#18

Yovani Olmeda Milwaukee Brewers Age: 20 B/T: R/R Born: Deer Isle, ME Position(s): P (SP1) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:2,410,000

This Pitching Prospect has 3 very good Pitches and Splits. With average Control and low Health he might have a tough time making his projections. If he stays healthy he will be a good M L pitcher..... with a few beanballs here and there.


#19

Cory Simpson Richmond Virginians Age: 22 B/T: L/L Born: St. Peters, MO Position(s): RF View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:2,320,000

Wow....How did this slugger fall to 19?? He will bash the ball, especially against Righties.Cory will also hold his own in RF/LF. Add good Speed and this cats a steal at #19.

#20

Lou Richard Atlanta Braves Age: 18 B/T: R/R Born: Altamont, KS Position(s): P (SP1) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:2,930,000

Yet another great mid-draft pick up. This guy will be a solid M L Pitcher and a GG to boot. Pitchers that can field their position are gold.

#21

Derrek Price Anaheim Angels Age: 19 B/T: R/R Born: Franklin, TX Position(s): C View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:2,130,000

Another Catching prospect goes in the first round. This youngster will hit .300 with 20 Homers . He will have a passed ball problem and throw a few pick offs into the outfield. But still a solid pick at 21.

#22

Merkin Simon Rochester Broncos Age: 21 B/T: L/L Born: Delmar, DE Position(s): P (SP4) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:2,040,000

Merkin Simon doesn't have the best overall numbers . But he is a classic example why overall isn't that important. He has great pitching numbers all around. His low Stamina may be why he was overlooked. This kid will be a #5 or Long A Relief pitcher and a All-Star.

#23

Mack Brown New York Yankees Age: 18 B/T: L/L Born: Ft Lauderdale, FL Position(s): P (ClA) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,700,000

Mack "Daddy" Brown will be one of those Closers who can appear in 60+ games. With 2 great Pitchs, good Control and Splits. He will be a future FOY contender.

#24

Sammy Franco Detroit Tigers Age: 18 B/T: R/R Born: Richmond, VA Position(s): P (SP1) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,850,000

Sammy "Lets be " Franco has great Control and Velocity. His Pitches and LH Splits are a tad weak.He can also hit a little and field his position.

#25

William Davis Anaheim Angels Age: 19 B/T: R/R Born: Pawleys Island, SC Position(s): DH View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,750,000

The fourth and final Catcher selected in the first round can hit for average. He also has great health and make-up. He lacks power and is a little below average defensivly.

#26

Asdrubal Herrera Toronto Blue Jays Age: 22 B/T: R/R Born: Van Alstyne, TX Position(s): P (SP1) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,660,000

Herrera is a ineresting Pitcher. He has great Stamina but low Durability. He has great Control and 2 Great Pitches. But his Splits are average . Low Health and Age may make it hard to get to his projections.

#27
NOT SIGNED

#28

Babe Jefferies Oakland Athletics Age: 18 B/T: L/L Born: Kansas City, KS Position(s): P (SP4) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,470,000

Babe :In The Woods" Jeffries has great pitching numbers ...except for his RH split. His Make-up and Health will get him close to projections. His Durability is a little low .

#29

Larry Portugal Pittsburgh Pirates Age: 21 B/T: L/L Born: Mt. Zion, WV Position(s): LF View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,380,000

This Lf'er is like most late 1st round picks. Solid M L  Power Hitter. He could play 1st base but will be better as a DH

#30

Edgardo Martinez Oakland Athletics Age: 20 B/T: R/R Born: Palos Hills, IL Position(s): SS View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,290,000

This kid has hittng skills with power. Defensivly he will make a better 3rd baseman than a SS. Could hit the majors in 2-3 years.

#31

Philip Chapman Oakland Athletics Age: 18 B/T: L/L Born: Buckhorn, KY Position(s): RF View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,190,000 S/T invite

This pick will be an average defensive RF'er. But he will bully LH pitchers. Look for about 30-40 Homers annually.

#32

Junior Cervantes St. Louis Cardinals Age: 22 B/T: R/R Born: Rumson, NJ Position(s): P (SP5) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,100,000 S/T invite

This Pitching prospect will make a solid #4 or #5 pitcher. At the ripe old age of 22 he may not make his projections.

#33

Adam Stairs Cleveland Indians Age: 22 B/T: L/L Born: Marion, TX Position(s): P (SP5) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,000,000

Adam "Wrot Iron" Stairs has all the tools to be a very good Setup/Closer. Again his old age may make that difficult.

#34

Cookie Lima San Diego Padres Age: 18 B/T: L/L Born: Macon, GA Position(s): CF View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:1,550,000 S/T invite

Cookie "Jar" Lima can hold his own in Center Field.
With Speed and hitting ability he will be a handful. Occasionaly he will swing at a few in the dirt.
#35

Stuffy O'Neill Cleveland Indians Age: 22 B/T: L/L Born: Carthage, IL Position(s): P (SuA) View Hardball Dynasty Profile

SIGNING BONUS:920,000

Stuffy "Gesundteidt" O'Niell Will be a classic 3 out Closer. Stll needs a couple of seasons to reach projections. At 22 he will need some good training budgets.