Official Redszone 2006 mock draft thread

[OnBaseMachine]

Last year I tried to put together a Redszone mock draft at the last minute, but it never came to fruition as I waited too long. This year I am starting earlier in hopes of getting this thing done.

I was thinking maybe we could do a two round draft and and each poster (GM) would get two minutes to make his pick. We could possibly hold the draft a few days before the real MLB draft, maybe on the first Sunday or Monday of June. Whatever works best for you guys.

Each poster is limited to one team, although some teams will have more than just two picks in the two round draft due to compensation picks. Anyone else up for this idea? If so, sign up here by picking your team. After all the teams are taken, then we can discuss what day this should held, what time, and some other details.

BTW, the draft will be held in the minor league forum. I just stuck this post here so that it would get more views right now.

Here is the draft order:

First Round

1. Royals-TRF
2. Rockies-jmcclain19
3. Devil Rays-2844
4. Pirates-dougdirt
5. Mariners-TeamSelig
6. Tigers-Mario-Rijo
7. Dodgers-lollipopcurve
8. Reds-OnBaseMachine
9. Orioles-Gallen5862
10. Giants-cincinnati chili
11. Diamondbacks-Topcat
12. Rangers-Reds Fanatic
13. Cubs-KronoRed
14. Blue Jays-SteelSD
15. Nationals-Caveat Emperor
16. Brewers-flyer85
17. Padres-rdiersin
18. Phillies-Stewie
19. Marlins-ramp101
20. Twins-Betterread
21. Yankees-Puffy
22. Nationals-Caveat Emperor
23. Astros-SandyD
24. Braves-NC Reds
25. Angels-Austin Kearns
26. Dodgers-lollipopcurve
27. Red Sox-M2
28. Red Sox -M2
29. White Sox-reds44
30. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life

Supplemental First Round

31. Dodgers-lollipopcurve
32. Orioles -Gallen5862
33. Giants -cincinnati chili
34. Diamondbacks-Topcat
35. Padres-rdiersin
36. Marlins-ramp101
37. Phillies-Stewie
38. Braves -NC Reds
39. Indians-Red Leader
40. Red Sox-M2
41. Yankees-Puffy
42. Cardinals -MattyMo4Life
43. Braves-NC Reds
44. Red Sox-M2

Second Round

45. Royals-TRF
46. Rockies-jmcclain19
47. Devil Rays-2844
48. Pirates-dougdirt
49. Mariners-TeamSelig
50. Tigers-Mario-Rijo
51. Braves-NC Reds
52. Reds-OnBaseMachine
53. Padres-rdiersin
54. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life
55. Diamondbacks-Topcat
56. Indians -Red Leader
57. Indians-Red Leader
58. Orioles -Gallen5862
59. Nationals-Caveat Emperor
60. Brewers-flyer85
61. Padres-rdiersin
62. Mets-Block Knocker
63. Marlins-ramp101
64. Twins-Betterread
65. Phillies-Stewie
66. Athletics
67. Astros-SandyD
68. Braves-NC Reds
69. Indians-Red Leader
70. Nationals-Caveat Emperor
71. Red Sox-M2
72. Braves-NC Reds
73. White Sox-reds44
74. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life

Supplemental Second Round

75. Indians-Red Leader
76. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life

Third Round

77. Royals-TRF
78. Rockies-jmcclain19
79. Devil Rays-2844
80. Pirates-dougdirt
81. Mariners-TeamSelig
82. Tigers-Mario-Rijo
83. Red Sox-M2
84. Reds-OnBaseMachine
85. Orioles-Gallen5862
86. Diamondbacks-Topcat
87. Diamondbacks-Topcat
88. Rangers-Reds Fanatic
89. Giants-cincinnati chili
90. Marlins-ramp101
91. Nationals-[b]Caveat Emperor[/b
92. Brewers-[b]flyer85[/b
93. Padres-rdiersin
94. Mets-Block Knocker
95. Marlins-ramp101
96. Twins-Betterread
97. Phillies-[b]Stewie[/b
98. Athletics
99. Astros-SandyD
100. Braves-NC Reds
101. Indians-Red Leader
102. Angels-Austin Kearns
103. Red Sox-M2
104. Yankees-Puffy
105. White Sox-[b]reds44[/b
106. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life

[OnBaseMachine]

I want the Reds...just because I can. ;)

[Red Leader]

What if we can't make the draft. I'd like to do it, but if it's on a Sunday, I probably won't be able to do it.

If you want to take a chance on me as a GM, I'll take the Indians. They don't have a first round pick, and their first pick is #39, so that may work better for me.

[Topcat]

I'd take the Jays if this was @ a time say in earlyevening but not on a weekend lol.

[OnBaseMachine]

Monday, the day before the draft works best for me. Hopefully everyone that signs up can make it that day.

I'll put you down as the Indians GM, RL. :)

[rdiersin]

I think this is a fun idea OBM. I would like to be the Red Sox GM, if nobody else wants it. If someone else does then, the Padres would be cool too.

[M2]

What the heck, I'll take the Phillies.

[TRF]

When is the draft? I might be willing to singlehandedly turn the Royals around.

[rdiersin]

What the heck, I'll take the Phillies.

You can have the Red Sox if you prefer them, I'll take the Padres. I'm good either way. At least if OBM says its ok.

[OnBaseMachine]

When is the draft? I might be willing to singlehandedly turn the Royals around.

The real draft is scheduled for June 6-7. I'm hoping to hold the mock draft on the Monday (June 5th), the day before the real deal.

[OnBaseMachine]

So...

rdiersin-Red Sox
M2-Phillies
TRF-Royals

?

[Red Leader]

Oh my God. I just looked and saw that the Indians didn't have a pick until pick #39. I didn't realize that pick #39 was the first of 5!! I got bunches of homework to do!

Off the the WAR ROOM :lol:

[M2]

You can have the Red Sox if you prefer them, I'll take the Padres. I'm good either way. At least if OBM says its ok.


Sure, I'll take the Sox if you don't mind.

[NC Reds]

I'll take the much-despised Braves if no one objects.

[rdiersin]

So...

rdiersin-Red Sox
M2-Phillies
TRF-Royals

?

Up to M2. He initially put the Red Sox. If he wants them I'll take the Pads, if not I'll take them.

EDIT: Yea, M2 that's fine with me.

[vaticanplum]

I'd like the Yankees if I'll be around then. The next few weeks are busy for me so I can confirm once we have a time.

[lollipopcurve]

Wouldn't mind the Dodgers.

[OnBaseMachine]

21 spots remaining...

Reds, Dodgers, Royals, Red Sox, Padres, Braves, Yankees, Indians, and Blue Jays are occupied.

[dougdirt]

I will take whoever is left in the top 10, OBM, you can assign me to whoever you would like.

[OnBaseMachine]

I will take whoever is left in the top 10, OBM, you can assign me to whoever you would like.

Are the Pirates OK?

You would have the 4th and 48th picks.

[KronoRed]

I want the Reds...just because I can. ;)
Cheater :angry:

;)

[jmcclain19]

OBM - if it's still open, I'd like to pick for the Rockies

[dougdirt]

That is fine by me OBM

[OnBaseMachine]

OBM - if it's still open, I'd like to pick for the Rockies

You got em'.

[jmcclain19]

Thanks OBM - I plan on making Blake Street proud.

Are we thinking 3, 4 or 5 rounds for it?

I'm thinking four would be fun - stretching it a little for most getting into the 4th and 5th rounds.

EDIT: Looks like I missed the "2 rounds" part early on in your first post

[HotCorner]

D'Rays please.

[OnBaseMachine]

Thanks OBM - I plan on making Blake Street proud.

Are we thinking 3, 4 or 5 rounds for it?

I'm thinking four would be fun - stretching it a little for most getting into the 4th and 5th rounds.

EDIT: Looks like I missed the "2 rounds" part early on in your first post

If everyone is up for doing four or five rounds then I'm all for it, though I imagine some folks probably will want to stick to two rounds. We'll have to see.

[Red Leader]

How many picks does Cleveland have in the first 5 rounds....40?

I think I have enough work to do with 5 picks in the first 2 rounds.

[jmcclain19]

If everyone is up for doing four or five rounds then I'm all for it, though I imagine some folks probably will want to stick to two rounds. We'll have to see.

I actually think 3 might be perfect.

The end of the 3rd round puts us right at 106 total players drafted
http://mlb.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/mlb/events/draft/y2006/index.jsp?content=order

But I'm cool either way. Two works just as well for me.

Baseball America does their draft preview the week before, and we'll post all that material in the "Down on the Farm" forum.

[OnBaseMachine]

Baseball America does their draft preview the week before, and we'll post all that material in the "Down on the Farm" forum.

That's a good idea. I was thinking we could link the top 200 draft prospects to this thread to give people an idea of who is available.

[Gallen5862]

I will take the Orioles if no one has claimed them.

[Caveat Emperor]

Call me "leatherpants" and give me the Washington Nationals. :)

[Betterread]

Great idea - I'd like to pick for the Twins (#20) if they are still available.

[Mario-Rijo]

If we can get started early enough on the 5th then I could get involved. Say noonish. I actually have a medical procedure early on the 5th (bright & early) and have to take my mother to a medical procedure early the following day. I would be willing to take 2 rounds (maybe 3). Let me know the time in advance so I can see if I can make it. Until then let me go with the Tigers!

[KronoRed]

I'll take the cubs :devil:

[OnBaseMachine]

I'll take the cubs :devil:

Cubs fan. :p:

Seriously? You can have them if ya want.

[KronoRed]

Yep.

It'll give heath more ammo for my hat is a cubs hat ;)

[jmcclain19]

The Cardinals - with four picks in the first two rounds, are the team with the most available that hasn't been claimed yet.

Phillies, Marlins, Giants and Dbacks all have three picks and are available.

Astros, Angles, White Sox, Mariners and Brewers all have two picks and are available.

The Rangers, Mets and Athletics all have just one pick in the first two rounds - and are still available.

[Topcat]

I can defintly take on a second team due to fact the Jays only have 1 pick. If thats ok with the organzier and others participating ? OBM asign me a 2nd team if thats cool ok ?

[cincinnati chili]

I'll pick the Giants. I assume I'm allowed to do my best Brian Sabean impression and take somebody nobody's heard of in the second round?

First I'm going to fire my Assistant GM for not signing Michael Tucker in free agency so I could lose those expensive supplemental picks

[OnBaseMachine]

Topcat, change your team to someone who has more than one pick.

cincinnati chilli gets the Giants. If the Giants fired Sabean and hired chilli, I think it would be an upgrade.

[OnBaseMachine]

Topcat has changed his team to the Diamondbacks which means the Blue Jays are now available.

[cincinnati chili]

Topcat, change your team to someone who has more than one pick.

cincinnati chilli gets the Giants. If the Giants fired Sabean and hired chilli, I think it would be an upgrade.


You very kind.

Unfortunately, my preparation for this draft will probably be quite Sabeanesque.

[Caveat Emperor]

You very kind.

Unfortunately, my preparation for this draft will probably be quite Sabeanesque.

Last month's copy of BA on the john? Check.

[cincinnati chili]

OBM - I don't know how you feel about "exchange programs," but there's a bright guy over at the Mets board who I"m sure I could convince to do the Mets, since they're still available.

[TeamSelig]

I'll take the Mariners.

[M2]

I'll pick the Giants. I assume I'm allowed to do my best Brian Sabean impression and take somebody nobody's heard of in the second round?

First I'm going to fire my Assistant GM for not signing Michael Tucker in free agency so I could lose those expensive supplemental picks

I figure the Sabean's hoping Luke Hochevar doesn't sign with the Dodgers so he can draft the guy and then lowball him. That way he either gets his top pick at a discount or he doesn't have to worry about paying him at all.

[MattyHo4Life]

I'll take the Cardinals if they are still open.

[OnBaseMachine]

OBM - I don't know how you feel about "exchange programs," but there's a bright guy over at the Mets board who I"m sure I could convince to do the Mets, since they're still available.

That's fine with me.

The Mariners and Cardinals are now off the board to TeamSelig and MattyMo.

The Cardinals have five picks in the top 76. I'm still amazed they got a supplemental pick for Abraham Nunez.

[OnBaseMachine]

Teams that are still available:

Angels(one pick)
Blue Jays(one pick)
Mets(one pick)
Rangers(one pick)

Astros(two picks)
Brewers(two picks)
White Sox(two picks)

Marlins(three picks)
Phillies(three picks)

The Mets may be off the board if chilli can get the Mets fan to agree to participate in the draft.

[OnBaseMachine]

flyer85 has volunteered for the Brewers.

Eight teams remaining...

[Red Leader]

I've already got pick #69 ready. :D

Hope to make a big splash with my last pick, pick #75.

Going to have to do a lot of research on that one.

Can we get a BA top 200 list posted? I don't have a subscription to BA and want to do some research on some of the players that might be available to me.

[jmcclain19]

I've already got pick #69 ready. :D

Hope to make a big splash with my last pick, pick #75.

Going to have to do a lot of research on that one.

Can we get a BA top 200 list posted? I don't have a subscription to BA and want to do some research on some of the players that might be available to me.

Ask and you shall recieve

http://www.redszone.com/forums/showthread.php?p=993466

[Red Leader]

Thank you very, very much, Josh.

BTW, I just printed this off and my boss wasn't too happy with me about it.

I then had to explain how I just meant to print off one on them, since I knew the guy, but accidentally forgot to print the target instead of the whole thing.;)

:rolleyes:

[Stewie]

I'd take the Phillies, although I have class Monday nights from 6-9:30, so I'm not sure if the timing will be ideal.

[OnBaseMachine]

I'd take the Phillies, although I have class Monday nights from 6-9:30, so I'm not sure if the timing will be ideal.

I'll go ahead and put you down for the Phillies. We'll try to figure out a suitable time for everyone.

[Reds Fanatic]

I will take the Rangers. I just hope I am available. Sunday that weekend I am going to the Dragons game and during the day Monday will be at work but I should be available Sunday or Monday night.

[KronoRed]

Thank you very, very much, Josh.

BTW, I just printed this off and my boss wasn't too happy with me about it.

I then had to explain how I just meant to print off one on them, since I knew the guy, but accidentally forgot to print the target instead of the whole thing.;)

:rolleyes:
You'll be paying for that ink RL ;)

[cincinnati chili]

Thank you very, very much, Josh.

BTW, I just printed this off and my boss wasn't too happy with me about it.

I then had to explain how I just meant to print off one on them, since I knew the guy, but accidentally forgot to print the target instead of the whole thing.;)

:rolleyes:

Quick thinking there. I see law school in your future. :)

[Red Leader]

Quick thinking there. I see law school in your future. :)

That's what my Mom always told me growing up.

Problem is, I'm now 33 and past the point where I could devote that much time to school anymore. I would have been a good one, though. :laugh:

[OnBaseMachine]

Angels, Astros, Blue Jays, Marlins, and White Sox are the only teams available.

[Red Leader]

The Angels would be easy. Just take a Boras client that falls too far, or take a hitter that refuses to walk.

[KronoRed]

or take a hitter that refuses to walk.
WAIT..that's my plan for the cubs :laugh:

[OnBaseMachine]

Bump.

Still a few teams remaining.

[OnBaseMachine]

Blue Jays are off the board.

Any takers for the final four teams?

[SandyD]

How exactly is this going to work? How much time per pick, etc? How long do you think the actual mock draft will take?

[OnBaseMachine]

How exactly is this going to work? How much time per pick, etc? How long do you think the actual mock draft will take?

I was thinking maybe two minutes per pick. I'm hoping we can fill these final four spots and then work out the details in the next couple days.

[SandyD]

I'm thinking about it, but I'm kind of chicken.

[M2]

I'm thinking about it, but I'm kind of chicken.

Nothing to be afraid of. The Astros need you.

[OnBaseMachine]

I'm thinking about it, but I'm kind of chicken.

We don't bite! :)

Sign up! We need ya.

[SandyD]

Nothing to be afraid of. The Astros need you.

What do I care about the Astros? ;)

Oh, what the heck ... put me in. Now, let me see ... do I try to sabatoge them? :D

I was actually thinking about the White Sox originally, since Alfred is a WS fan. BUT, if I did that, I'd have to stick around til the bitter end. Astros are probably a better choice.

Has anyone asked ramp if he wants to do the marlins? He's not around as much as he once was, and may have missed this.

[OnBaseMachine]

Thanks for signing up, Sandy.

I just realized that the A's and Mets are also available, both of which only have one pick. Chilli, did you talk to that Mets fan yet?

[OnBaseMachine]

Has anyone asked ramp if he wants to do the marlins? He's not around as much as he once was, and may have missed this.

I forgot about ramp. I'll PM him and ask if he's interested.

[Gallen5862]

Welcome to the draft Sandy.

[SandyD]

Thanks. I have no clue what I'm doing, but I'll figure something out.

[OnBaseMachine]

Thanks. I have no clue what I'm doing, but I'll figure something out.

Here (http://www.redszone.com/forums/showthread.php?p=993466)is a link to help you out with some of the lesser known players.

[reds44]

I'll take the Fishies, and if Ramp wants them then give me the White Sox.

[flyer85]

do we have a date and time yet?

[OnBaseMachine]

I'll take the Fishies, and if Ramp wants them then give me the White Sox.

ramp just PM'd me back and said he would take the Marlins, so I'll change you to the Sox since you said you don't mind.

[OnBaseMachine]

do we have a date and time yet?

I'm hoping next Monday; the time has yet to be determined. We'll have to figure that out in the next couple of days.

[OnBaseMachine]

Angels, Mets, and A's are the only teams still available and they each have only one pick.

Any takers?

[reds44]

ramp just PM'd me back and said he would take the Marlins, so I'll change you to the Sox since you said you don't mind.
Ok sounds good to me.

[OnBaseMachine]

What time do you guiys want to hold the draft next Monday? I was hoping to do it during the day...is that bad timing for everyone? We're now just a week away and we need to figure this out.

[SandyD]

Monday during the day is pretty much out for me. I can't do it while at work. I'd have to call in sick, and since I've been out already, that alone could get me into trouble.

Internet use is strictly prohibited at my workplace, and the CEO is also my department manager, and micromanages everything. He passes by my desk several times a day, too.

[cincinnati chili]

What time do you guiys want to hold the draft next Monday? I was hoping to do it during the day...is that bad timing for everyone? We're now just a week away and we need to figure this out.

I think two minutes per pick during the workday would be ambitious, and probably impossible. I know that if I get stuck on a project, I won't be able to check the internet at work.

Did you do this last year, and how long did it take?

My suggestion is to START it during the day, but to expect the chain to get broken at some point during the workday until evening. At least that's what used to happen in my Sandbox leagues.

[addition] if for some reason, Sandy and I are the only ones who can't do it from work. (She definitely can't, and I probably can't), I'd be happy to p.m. the "commish" (on base) my picks in advance). Since I'm Brian Sabean, I'm fairly certain nobody's going to pick my guys where I'm picking them.

[jmcclain19]

CC beat me to it. I think OBM - since we have over a week left - you should get an email address for anyone who may have computer connection or timing issues and prepare that it may take all day to complete. Perhaps even starting it Sat or Sunday and letting it run for a day or so would be a good idea.

If you do it on Monday - for example, and start it at 9am your time - guess what, that's 6am for me. I love you guys and all, but I'm not getting up at 6 to do a mockdraft on a workday.

I would start a thread - and prepare that it may take 2 days. I don't see that as a bad thing.

[Topcat]

I can defintly do a monday draft but it should be done before say like 1 am central time lol :D

[OnBaseMachine]

I would start a thread - and prepare that it may take 2 days. I don't see that as a bad thing.

I think that is a wonderful idea, and one that I never even thought of. We can even get this thing started three or four days early, like, say, Friday? TRF has the first pick in the draft... so if he chooses to, he can make his pick on Friday and then the next team(you) can make your pick, whether it be a minute later or five hours later.

Is everyone OK with that?

[Reds Fanatic]

That sounds good to me. I have similar work issues where I can't always be on during the day next Monday but if we let it run over a few days everyone can work it around their own schedules.

[cincinnati chili]

I think that is a wonderful idea, and one that I never even thought of. We can even get this thing started three or four days early, like, say, Friday? TRF has the first pick in the draft... so if he chooses to, he can make his pick on Friday and then the next team(you) can make your pick, whether it be a minute later or five hours later.

Is everyone OK with that?

Yeah, I think that's the way to go. Friday start.

[SandyD]

Sounds good to me.

[lollipopcurve]

Good by me

[vaticanplum]

I'm so sorry to do this, but I'm going to have to pull out of this. I'm just going to be too swamped, not around all weekend and I'm not sure about Monday either. I apologize.

I took on the Yankees to protect them, someone please take them on and be nice to them. I look forward to watching this.

[rdiersin]

:runaway:

I guess I better start preparing;) , but it sounds fine to me OBM.

[Patrick Bateman]

I'll take the Angels.

[Puffy]

I'll take the Mets

[Gallen5862]

My suggestion is if the person on the clock is ready to pick let them pick. This way the earlier thet start picking there is a better chance to get in more rounds.

[SandyD]

I'm so sorry to do this, but I'm going to have to pull out of this. I'm just going to be too swamped, not around all weekend and I'm not sure about Monday either. I apologize.

I took on the Yankees to protect them, someone please take them on and be nice to them. I look forward to watching this.

Can you create your lists and forward them to a trusted source, who can post them for you, or at least notify you when it's almost your turn?

[Puffy]

Oh, I'll take the Yankees then - I'm a Yankee fan (second to the Reds of course) so I can do that pretty easily.

[OnBaseMachine]

That's fine vatican. Puffy now has the Yanks. AK is the Angels.

The first round is now completely full. Only the Mets and A's are available now.

Do you guys want to wait until Friday or do you want to start at anytime as suggested by Gallen? Either way is fine by me.

[reds44]

That's fine vatican. Puffy now has the Yanks. AK is the Angels.

The first round is now completely full. Only the Mets and A's are available now.

Do you guys want to wait until Friday or do you want to start at anytime as suggested by Gallen? Either way is fine by me.
I finish with school for the year early Friday morning, so Friday sounds good.

[jmcclain19]

I think Friday sounds good. That way, we have four days to get 2+ rounds in - Plenty of time for delays and inevitable hiccups.

[M2]

We're only doing the two rounds? Just checking, I remember someone earlier suggested three (and I totally have my pick for that round figured out).

[OnBaseMachine]

I'm up for three rounds. The extra time should allow us to hold three rounds if that is fine by everyone else.

So, Friday it is I guess.

[Patrick Bateman]

Sounds good.

[Gallen5862]

Three rounds starting Friday sounds good. I will be happy either way.

[dougdirt]

2 rounds, 3 rounds, thats fine by me.

[Topcat]

3 rounds works for me cuz I am doing overnight weekend shifts of 12 hours from 7pm till 7am and can atleast fill my picks in during the down time. Plus I agree the 3 rounds is great!

[OnBaseMachine]

The Mets and A's are still availabe, if no one claims them by this time tomorrow then someone can pick up a second team.

BTW, here is round three draft order:

Third Round
77. Royals
78. Rockies
79. Devil Rays
80. Pirates
81. Mariners
82. Tigers
83. Red Sox
84. Reds
85. Orioles
86. Diamondbacks
87. Diamondbacks
88. Rangers
89. Giants
90. Marlins
91. Nationals
92. Brewers
93. Padres
94. Mets
95. Marlins
96. Twins
97. Phillies
98. Athletics
99. Astros
100. Braves
101. Indians
102. Angels
103. Red Sox
104. Yankees
105. White Sox
106. Cardinals

[cincinnati chili]

The Mets and A's are still availabe, if no one claims them by this time tomorrow then someone can pick up a second team.

BTW, here is round three draft order:

Third Round
77. Royals
78. Rockies
79. Devil Rays
80. Pirates
81. Mariners
82. Tigers
83. Red Sox
84. Reds
85. Orioles
86. Diamondbacks
87. Diamondbacks
88. Rangers
89. Giants
90. Marlins
91. Nationals
92. Brewers
93. Padres
94. Mets
95. Marlins
96. Twins
97. Phillies
98. Athletics
99. Astros
100. Braves
101. Indians
102. Angels
103. Red Sox
104. Yankees
105. White Sox
106. Cardinals

My friend from the Mets board officially wants the Mets. Since he won't be able to post on "Old Red Guard," he will relay his selection through me. His handle is "Block Knocker."

[rdiersin]

My friend from the Mets board officially wants the Mets. Since he won't be able to post on "Old Red Guard," he will relay his selection through me. His handle is "Block Knocker."

OBM, wasn't the draft going to be held in the minor league forum? If so, there shouldn't be a problem with that, correct?

[M2]

My friend from the Mets board officially wants the Mets. Since he won't be able to post on "Old Red Guard," he will relay his selection through me. His handle is "Block Knocker."

And he has the shining. Anyone he picks will go onto the HOF, I feel completely comfortable in making that prediction.

[flyer85]

That's fine vatican. Puffy now has the Yanks. AK is the Angels.

The first round is now completely full. Only the Mets and A's are available now.

Do you guys want to wait until Friday or do you want to start at anytime as suggested by Gallen? Either way is fine by me.starting would be a good idea because I will be unavailable all day on Saturday.

[Puffy]

Does this follow MLB's stupid no trading draft picks rule?

Because as the owner of the Yankees I would like to offer mucho cash to the Royals for that first pick.....

[M2]

Does this follow MLB's stupid no trading draft picks rule?

Because as the owner of the Yankees I would like to offer mucho cash to the Royals for that first pick.....

Yes, it follows those conventions and, as owner of the Red Sox, I'd like to point out that you suck.

[Puffy]

Yes, it follows those conventions and, as owner of the Red Sox, I'd like to point out that you suck.

Oh yeah - in the spirit of what this board has become the last three weeks.......I'm telling the mods you told me I suck!

:help:

gO yANKz!!!!

[Red Leader]

Yes, it follows those conventions and, as owner of the Red Sox, I'd like to point out that you suck.

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

I like starting on Friday, probably am or noon.

I like 3 rounds.

I also think it would be cool if the person whose turn it is to pick (say I'm making pick #39) would send a PM to the next two people in line to make sure they know they're pick is up or they are on deck to make their pick. Might make things go a little quicker as opposed to someone not knowing for 2-3 hours or so and then checking in to see where we are. Make sure the draft order (rounds 1-3 are in the first post of the draft thread so everyone can see it).

Good job on all of this, OBM.

[zombie-a-go-go]

Oh yeah - in the spirit of what this board has become the last three weeks.......I'm telling the mods you told me I suck!


That's it... you're both banned. :cool:

[Red Leader]

That's it... you're both banned. :cool:

Yankees and Red Sox are available!

Z, take the Yanks and pick Tom Hume's kid, even if he's 11.

[KronoRed]

11? I'm thinking Ace by 16

[reds44]

What is the draft order?

[Reds Fanatic]

What is the draft order?
You can see it on post #1.

[OnBaseMachine]

My friend from the Mets board officially wants the Mets. Since he won't be able to post on "Old Red Guard," he will relay his selection through me. His handle is "Block Knocker."

Cool.

The A's are the only team remaining now.

[reds44]

You can see it on post #1.
:thumbup:

[cincinnati chili]

OBM,

If we're going to do round 3, could I trouble you to copy/paste it into your first post.

Thanks

[OnBaseMachine]

OBM,

If we're going to do round 3, could I trouble you to copy/paste it into your first post.

Thanks

Done.

[ramp101]

all I ask is that when it's my turn, just PM me... you know, being a Marlins fan and all, this isnt my first site I come to every day..

...or is it :evil:

[reds44]

all I ask is that when it's my turn, just PM me... you know, being a Marlins fan and all, this isnt my first site I come to every day..

...or is it :evil:
I'll make sure if I see it's your pick I'll PM you on shadeznation.

[ramp101]

thank you my good man.

[Patrick Bateman]

Id like to add that I will be busy on Friday, but I'll get to it eventually on that day. I pick in the 20's and have nothing up until the end of the draft so I shouldn't hold things up too much.

[dougdirt]

What time are we starting this? I might have a problem depending on the time... Just got a call, so let me know.

[M2]

Just a suggestion, but if someone's maybe going to have a conflict (and maybe isn't) PM OBM your first-round picks in case your absent and he can open the message if you get waylaid.

My guess is we aren't going to move much faster than a round a day here.

[dougdirt]

Good idea M2. I have the Pirates, who pick #4 overall so if we are starting early, I should be able to make my pick, it just depends I guess.

[OnBaseMachine]

We are going to hold this on the minor league forum, correct? Is that fine by everyone?

Please make your pick pick in this form: player/position/school/overall pick number in parenthesis. Example:

Royals select Andrew Miller, LHP, North Carolina (1)

If it's a high school player then just simply write HS at the end...like this:

Reds select Bill Rowell, 3B, HS (8)

[reds44]

Ok so does anyone have a list of players?

[SandyD]

Anybody pick up the A's yet? Anyone?

Oh, and is TRF going to actually start the thread, or will OBM make the initial post, letting TRF know when it's time to start?

[OnBaseMachine]

Anybody pick up the A's yet? Anyone?

Oh, and is TRF going to actually start the thread, or will OBM make the initial post, letting TRF know when it's time to start?

Nope. You can have them if you want.

I'll go ahead and make the thread for the draft. I've decided to go ahead and put in on ORG if that's OK with everyone. I'm afraid some people might forget about it we put it on the minor league forum.

This thread can be used to make comments on the draft.

[OnBaseMachine]

BTW, I sent TRF a PM last night reminding him that he has the first pick. He has yet to respond...I'm hoping he didn't forget.

[OnBaseMachine]

TRF has the first pick. I just got off work and will have to go to bed soon, but I plan on getting up around 2:00 to (hopefully) make my pick.

This thread is for our picks. Comments on the draft can go in the other thread.

TRF is on the clock...

[OnBaseMachine]

Can we get a sticky on this?

Just a reminder of where everyone picks...

First Round

1. Royals-TRF(Tim Lincecum)
2. Rockies-jmcclain19(Andrew Miller)
3. Devil Rays-2844(Evan Longoria)
4. Pirates-dougdirt(Luke Hochevar)
5. Mariners-TradeRumor(Brad Lincoln)
6. Tigers-DocScott(Drew Stubbs)
7. Dodgers-lollipopcurve(Max Scherzer)
8. Reds-OnBaseMachine(Brandon Morrow)
9. Orioles-Gallen5862(Greg Reynolds)
10. Giants-cincinnati chili(Matt Sulentic)
11. Diamondbacks-Topcat(Daniel Bard)
12. Rangers-Reds Fanatic(Joba Chamberlain)
13. Cubs-KronoRed(Bill Rowell)
14. Blue Jays-SteelSD(Clayton Kershaw)
15. Nationals-Caveat Emperor(Kyle Drabek)
16. Brewers-flyer85(Brooks Brown)
17. Padres-rdiersin(Brett Sinkbeil)
18. Phillies-Stewie(Brett Anderson)
19. Marlins-ramp101(Hank Conger)
20. Twins-Betterread(Travis Snider)
21. Yankees-Puffy(Ian Kennedy)
22. Nationals-Caveat Emperor(Josh Butler)
23. Astros-SandyD(Kyle McCulloch)
24. Braves-NC Reds(Kyler Burke)
25. Angels-Austin Kearns(David Huff)
26. Dodgers-lollipopcurve(Matt Antonelli)
27. Red Sox-M2(Colton Willems)
28. Red Sox -M2(Pedro Beato)
29. White Sox-reds44(Jeremy Jeffress)
30. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life(Kasey Kiker)

Supplemental First Round

31. Dodgers-lollipopcurve(Adam Ottavino)
32. Orioles -Gallen5862(Bryan Morris)
33. Giants -cincinnati chili(ADRIAN CARDENAS)
34. Diamondbacks-Topcat(Jordan Walden)
35. Padres-rdiersin(Lars Anderson)
36. Marlins-ramp101(Chris Marrero)
37. Phillies-Stewie(Kevin Mulvey)
38. Braves -NC Reds(Chris Tillman)
39. Indians-Red Leader(Chris Parlmelee)
40. Red Sox-M2(Jason Place)
41. Yankees-Puffy(Cody Johnson)
42. Cardinals -MattyMo4Life(Matt Latos)
43. Braves-NC Reds(Max Sapp)
44. Red Sox-M2(Steven Wright)

Second Round

45. Royals-TRF(Justin Masterson)
46. Rockies-jmcclain19(Chris Perez)
47. Devil Rays-2844(Derrick Robinson)
48. Pirates-dougdirt(Dellin Betances)
49. Mariners-TradeRumor(Jon Jay)
50. Tigers-DocScott(Mike Ambort)
51. Braves-NC Reds(Wes Hodges)
52. Reds-OnBaseMachine(Matt LaPorta)
53. Padres-rdiersin(Kris Johnson)
54. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life(Jared Hughes)
55. Diamondbacks-Topcat(Zach Britton)
56. Indians -Red Leader(Emmanuel Burriss)
57. Indians-Red Leader(Brandon Belt)
58. Orioles -Gallen5862(Cedrick Hunter)
59. Nationals-Caveat Emperor(Shane Robinson)
60. Brewers-flyer85(Chad Lee)
61. Padres-rdiersin(Mark Hamilton)
62. Mets-Block Knocker(Chad Tracy)
63. Marlins-ramp101(Dallas Buck)
64. Twins-Betterread(Matt Long)
65. Phillies-Stewie(Jason Donald)
66. Athletics-woy(Tony Watson)
67. Astros-SandyD(Stephen King)
68. Braves-NC Reds(Chris Archer)
69. Indians-Red Leader(Jeff Locke)
70. Nationals-Caveat Emperor(Marcus Lemon)
71. Red Sox-M2(Eddie Degerman)
72. Braves-NC Reds(Alex White)
73. White Sox-reds44(Jeff Samardzija)
74. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life(Mark Melancon)

Supplemental Second Round

75. Indians-Red Leader(Aaron Miller)
76. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life(Riley Cooper)

Third Round

77. Royals-TRF(Jared Mitchell)
78. Rockies-jmcclain19(Brian Jeroloman)
79. Devil Rays-2844(Dustin Dickerson)
80. Pirates-dougdirt(Cory Rasmus)
81. Mariners-TradeRumor(Sean Watson)
82. Tigers-DocScott(Nathan Karns)
83. Red Sox-M2(Aaron Bates)
84. Reds-OnBaseMachine(Ryan Strieby)
85. Orioles-Gallen5862(Wade LeBlanc)
86. Diamondbacks-Topcat(Blair Erickson)
87. Diamondbacks-Topcat(Tim Norton)
88. Rangers-Reds Fanatic(Ryan Morris)
89. Giants-cincinnati chili(Colin Sabean)
90. Marlins-ramp101(Sean Black)
91. Nationals-Caveat Emperor(Andy Underwood)
92. Brewers-flyer85(Chris Coghlan)
93. Padres-rdiersin(Jeff Manship)
94. Mets-Block Knocker(Wade Kapteyn)
95. Marlins-ramp101(Steve Everts)
96. Twins-Betterread(Ryan Adams)
97. Phillies-Stewie(Jordan Newton)
98. Athletics-Jpup(Drew Holder)
99. Astros-SandyD(Brad Mills)
100. Braves-NC Reds(Ryan Wehrle)
101. Indians-Red Leader(Dylan Brown)
102. Angels-Austin Kearns(Jordan Craft)
103. Red Sox-M2(Joe Smith)
104. Yankees-Puffy(Tommy Pham)
105. White Sox-reds44(Jason Jarvis)
106. Cardinals-MattyMo4Life(Jason Stoffel)

[SandyD]

Not sure that would be fair, since they pick right before the Astros in the second and third round.

But if no one else wants them by the time they come up, I'll do it.

I still have no clue what I'm doing. :D

I'm working until 3pm CDT, should be home by 4pm CDT. Then I'm free til Monday morning.

[TRF]

With the first selection, The Kansas City Royals take...

Tim Lincecum, rhp, Washington

[Red Leader]

TRF has made his first pick. Wouldn't surprise me if we had about another hour or so wait on jmmclain19's pick. He's in AZ (PST), so its still real early for him. Be patient.

[cincinnati chili]

TRF has made his first pick. Wouldn't surprise me if we had about another hour or so wait on jmmclain19's pick. He's in AZ (PST), so its still real early for him. Be patient.

Rise and shine, lazy bones. It's 8am Pacific. Gotta spring outta bed with excitement for the phony draft.

[Red Leader]

Yeah, Josh, you lazy, worthless, rocket scientist. Wake your butt up and make your pick.

[M2]

jmc clearly has been thrown by TRF's selection of Linecum. Now he's got to re-draw his whole board.

[lollipopcurve]

Vikings select......

[jmcclain19]

http://media.mnginteractive.com/media/paper36/Dodowd0711ind.jpg

With the Second Selection, Dan O'Dowd and the Colorado Rockies take

Andrew Miller, LHP, North Carolina
http://graphics.fansonly.com/photos/schools/unc/sports/m-basebl/auto_action/146169.jpeg

YEAR W-L ERA G-GS CG Sv Sh IP H R ER BB SO WP
2004 6-3 2.93 18-15 1 0 0 89.0 64 40 29 48 88 8
2005 8-4 2.98 16-16 2 0 0 96.2 78 45 32 52 104 8
2006 11-1 1.71 13-13 0 0 0 89.2 67 29 17 27 98 7
Totals 25-8 2.55 47-44 3 0 0 275.1 209 114 78 127 290 23

[jmcclain19]

yeah yeah yeah - I'm awake I'm awake.

Friday morning 8:00AM meetings are loads of fun.

DRays are on the clock

[cincinnati chili]

Miller's agent called, Jim. He's elected to play in an independent league in Tanzania rather than pitch at Planet Coors.

[jmcclain19]

Miller's agent called, Jim. He's elected to play in an independent league in Tanzania rather than pitch at Planet Coors.

http://www.virtualtanzania.dk/BornReady/image/UPLOAD/12643Forside_masaai.jpg

*knock click click knock click click*

Translation - "Nice Fastball tall white man"

[M2]

chili brings up a good point. If you were a highly-coveted college junior pitcher, would you tell the Rockies not to even think of drafting you?

I would.

[dougdirt]

OBM, I dont know how much you are around right now, but do you think that every few picks you could update the top list with who has taken who?

[jmcclain19]

chili brings up a good point. If you were a highly-coveted college junior pitcher, would you tell the Rockies not to even think of drafting you?

I would.
If I was advising a young pitcher, that is what I would do. If I'm Tommy Tanzer, Matt Sosnick or Scott Boras, I'm steering my client towards San Diego and Los Angeles.

I wouldn't doubt that it hasn't happened already over the years.

But I think that after another couple of years with Aaron Cook, Jason Jennings and Jeff Francis, and the much publicized humidor, that stigma will slowly start fading away.

[westofyou]

Chili has strong armed me into taking the A's

I'm currently working on channeling Bobby Mattick to help me with the draft.

[TRF]

I liked that Linecum pitched in the Pac 10. so, I selected the short RH over the tall LH.

I wonder if I reverse Grulered myself.

[cincinnati chili]

If I was advising a young pitcher, that is what I would do. If I'm Tommy Tanzer, Matt Sosnick or Scott Boras, I'm steering my client towards San Diego and Los Angeles.

I wouldn't doubt that it hasn't happened already over the years.

But I think that after another couple of years with Aaron Cook, Jason Jennings and Jeff Francis, and the much publicized humidor, that stigma will slowly start fading away.

I agree with what M2 said earlier about college junior pitchers IN GENERAL, but I don't think Miller will play holdout games with the Rockies. Having watched interviews with him, you can almost hear regret for having gone to college. He was in the same H.S. class as Delmon Young and Chad Billingsley. He thinks he's as good as them (maybe he's right), and sees them in Triple-A now, a hair from the majors and thinks he could be there right now. Realistically, he won't reach triple A now until '07 or '08, and that's barring setbacks.

In other words, he's itching to play pro ball right now.

He's cocky, which can be good. But he sure looks to me like the best talent and the most likely pitcher to succeed in the draft. So unless the Rockies uncover something negative, I'd take him at 2 if he's avail (like Jim did).

[pedro]

I tell ya. If the Reds draft a HS pitcher again I'm going to be mad. ;)

[Joseph]

You know the people drafting for the Reds have no clue, so they will surely draft for immediate need instead of the best player.

;)

[OnBaseMachine]

I tell ya. If the Reds draft a HS pitcher again I'm going to be mad. ;)

No worries. There is a negative chance of me drafting a high school pitcher. I made a comment in another thread a few weeks ago that I would rather stick my "package" in a blender rather than watch the Reds select a HS pitcher in the first round of this draft.;)

2844 is on the clock...(I shot him a PM to remind him)

[dougdirt]

Ive got two picks locked and ready to go....just this waiting game is killing me.

[pedro]

I hear Woy is going to Draft Billy Beane because he loves him so much and because Billy's got the "good face"

Ok. now I'lll stop trying to be funny and let you guys get down to it.

[OnBaseMachine]

TRF, you're killing me. I had already decided I was going to take Tim Lincecum if he fell to the Reds. But alas, you ruined my plans! :D

[HotCorner]

The Tampa Bay Devil Rays select Evan Longoria, 3B, Long Beach State.

http://www.longbeachstate.com/PIX/PIXBBC/MUGS/longoria-bb.gif.gif

[OnBaseMachine]

OBM, I dont know how much you are around right now, but do you think that every few picks you could update the top list with who has taken who?

Good idea.

You are now on the clock.

[dougdirt]

The Pittsburgh Pirates will select Luke Hochevar



Year W L ERA IP H R ER HR BB SO h9 w9 k9 whip
2003 6 5 4.64 77.2 87 47 40 9 24 73 10.08 2.78 8.46 1.43
2004 4 2 2.86 63.0 52 22 20 7 23 60 7.43 3.29 8.57 1.19
2005 15 3 2.26 139.2 104 46 35 9 54 154 6.70 3.48 9.92 1.13

[traderumor]

Can I make a suggestion too? Would the selectors mind leaving stats links with their selections, current and career? If that's too much trouble, I understand. Of course, HSers probably won't have any, but some may.

[ramp101]

The Pittsburgh Pirates will select Luke Hochevar



Year W L ERA IP H R ER HR BB SO h9 w9 k9 whip
2003 6 5 4.64 77.2 87 47 40 9 24 73 10.08 2.78 8.46 1.43
2004 4 2 2.86 63.0 52 22 20 7 23 60 7.43 3.29 8.57 1.19
2005 15 3 2.26 139.2 104 46 35 9 54 154 6.70 3.48 9.92 1.13

better give him that major league contract, or he wont sign.... again :thumbdown

[dougdirt]

I just took the guy I thought was the best player available at the time of my pick. I think he would sign though for $3,000,000 to a contract though. He does not sit out another year.

[OnBaseMachine]

This thing would really speed up if TeamSelig and Mario-Rijo make their picks soon. Unfortunatly, it will probably be a while before they make their pick. Rijo hasn't been on since 6:30 PM yesterday and TS hasn't bene on since 3:30 this morning.

[Doc. Scott]

(moved to other thread)

[traderumor]

Is Lincecum a reliever or starter?

[OnBaseMachine]

Is Lincecum a reliever or starter?

Starter. Some feel he will end up as a closer due to his short stature, but I think he stays as a starter. I've heard him compared to Roy Oswalt due to his size, mid 90's fastball, and great curveball. MLB.com thinks the Reds will draft him, which would thrill the hell out of me.

[flyer85]

Starter. Some feel he will end up as a closer due to his short stature, but I think he stays as a starter. I've heard him compared to Roy Oswalt due to his size, mid 90's fastball, and great curveball. MLB.com thinks the Reds will draft him, which would thrill the hell out of me.I've have also heard that some see him as a reliever due to the resiliency of his arm. He seems to be able to pitch and pitch and then throw some more without ill effects, possibly due to his unique mechanics

[traderumor]

Just curious, with the Reds having the #8 pick, I'd be curious to see those who can do such things summarize all these names bandied about by putting out their board up to the Reds first pick. Not who each team will take, but the top 8 from the Reds' perspective.

[OnBaseMachine]

What do we do if these two guys(Team Selig and Mario-Rijo) don't show up? Neither have been on in a long time, and the GM's of the teams after them are all on right now. This thing could fly through the next few picks if these guys would show up.

[KronoRed]

Woo..and I thought I was going to be holding things up ;)

[KronoRed]

What do we do if these two guys(Team Selig and Mario-Rijo) don't show up? Neither have been on in a long time, and the GM's of the teams after them are all on right now. This thing could fly through the next few picks if these guys would show up.
Could just keep going till they show up :dunno:

[Red Leader]

Could just keep going till they show up :dunno:


No, I think we have to wait. If a PM has been sent to both of them, give them an hour from when the PM was sent. We can't just go on and skip over 2 teams. How are we to know who they would have picked? This is a marathon (all weekend), not a sprint. If the hour after the PM has been sent and they do not show, then try and find replacement GM's for those two teams.

[OnBaseMachine]

Could just keep going till they show up :dunno:

Do we skip the pick or do we pick someone for them?

I say give them a little while longer, but not all day.

[traderumor]

I will stand in for one of the picks to get this round moving if that is agreeable. Then, hopefully they'll be around for the other rounds.

[Red Leader]

I'm fine with that. OBM?

[traderumor]

I will take Seattle's pick and perhaps someone else can stand in for the Tigers that isn't already in?

[Doc. Scott]

I'm repasting my commentary here because it was in the wrong thread.

--
Lincecum as the #1 pick? Intriguing, TRF, but I don't think the Royals will be in risk mode, even though Allard Baird is fired the minute the draft ends. I think they'll take Miller.

I also think Hochevar is probably a little high. High in the draft order, not high like Jeff Allison or whatever. But I'm sure there's a chance the Pirates would go for it if Littlefield and McClatchy were able to get the pre-draft deal with Scott Boras.

Even though this mock draft is as decent a guess as any, I have the distinct feeling high school players, both hitters as well as pitchers, will get taken disproportionately lower than the likely outcome. Not that that's the purpose of this draft, necessarily. I know what it's really for- it's for sticking in the archives so people can gloat two or three years from now about how prescient their picks were. :)
---

[OnBaseMachine]

I will stand in for one of the picks to get this round moving if that is agreeable. Then, hopefully they'll be around for the other rounds.

Fine by me. We can't wait around all day or this thing will never get done. I'll try to get someone else to take the 6th spot.

[OnBaseMachine]

I'm repasting my commentary here because it was in the wrong thread.

--
Lincecum as the #1 pick? Intriguing, TRF, but I don't think the Royals will be in risk mode, even though Allard Baird is fired the minute the draft ends. I think they'll take Miller.

I also think Hochevar is probably a little high. High in the draft order, not high like Jeff Allison or whatever. But I'm sure there's a chance the Pirates would go for it if Littlefield and McClatchy were able to get the pre-draft deal with Scott Boras.

Even though this mock draft is as decent a guess as any, I have the distinct feeling high school players, both hitters as well as pitchers, will get taken disproportionately lower than the likely outcome.
---

Doc, you want the Tigers spot?

[Doc. Scott]

Doc, you want the Tigers spot?

Ah hell, why not?

[OnBaseMachine]

Ah hell, why not?

Thank You. Your pick will be coming up in a few minutes.

[OnBaseMachine]

TR is on the clock.

[traderumor]

Seattle selects RHP Brad Lincoln, U. of Houston
http://www.clemensaward.com/06images/candidates/lincoln.pdf
http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/L/brad-lincoln-1.shtml

[OnBaseMachine]

Doc Scott is on the clock...

[OnBaseMachine]

Grrrrr...TR just stole my second option(Lincecum was #1). ;)

[Doc. Scott]

With pick #6, the Detroit Tigers select Drew Stubbs, OF, University of Texas.

Tigers need some more bats in their system to go with last year's #1, Cameron Maybin.

http://www.texassports.com/image_lib/stubbs_drew.jpg

http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/S/drew-stubbs-1.shtml

http://www.texassports.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=18&change_well_id=17&member_id=16

http://www.texassports.com/index.php?s=&url_channel_id=18&url_article_id=4345&url_subchannel_id=&change_well_id=2

[OnBaseMachine]

lollipopcurve is on the clock...

[Doc. Scott]

I had the Tigers picking Lincoln as well. Then I decided to go with Stubbs when I saw how they don't have many bats in their system beyond Cameron Maybin. Plus I think I saw that Detroit was considering Stubbs or the HS lefty Kershaw, and I thought I'd make the wiser selection.

Here's the reason why I didn't volunteer before to be a part of this, OBM: are you supposed to take who you think the team would actually draft, or who, in your opinion, they should draft?

I thought it might be the second, but I didn't know for sure.

[flyer85]

lollipopcurve is on the clock...I think you're just dying to make the Reds pick. Don't screw it up.

[OnBaseMachine]

Here's the reason why I didn't volunteer before to be a part of this, OBM: are you supposed to take who you think the team would actually draft, or who, in your opinion, they should draft?

I thought it might be the second, but I didn't know for sure.

I base my picks on the second option you listed.

[lollipopcurve]

At 7, the Dodgers take Max Scherzer, P, Missouri

[OnBaseMachine]

I think you're just dying to make the Reds pick. Don't screw it up.

Damn right. :D

I think you will like my pick that I have in mind(if lollipop doesn't take him first).

[OnBaseMachine]

With the 8th overall pick in the 2006 draft, the Reds select Brandon Morrow, RHP, University of California.

http://graphics.fansonly.com/photos/schools/cal/sports/m-basebl/auto_headshot/106004.jpeg

http://calbears.cstv.com/sports/m-basebl/spec-rel/cal-m-basebl-CumulativeStats.html

[OnBaseMachine]

Gallen5862 is on the clock...

[traderumor]

I had the Tigers picking Lincoln as well. Then I decided to go with Stubbs when I saw how they don't have many bats in their system beyond Cameron Maybin. Plus I think I saw that Detroit was considering Stubbs or the HS lefty Kershaw, and I thought I'd make the wiser selection.

Here's the reason why I didn't volunteer before to be a part of this, OBM: are you supposed to take who you think the team would actually draft, or who, in your opinion, they should draft?

I thought it might be the second, but I didn't know for sure.I had the same question, Doc. I probably read the same article you did on the Tigers and see Stubbs there but know they could also take Kershaw (although his late entry would make me very, very cautious). I would be fine if the Reds took Stubbs looking at what he brings to the table. We sure do not have the likes of him in our system.

[NC Reds]

Woohoo. We got Morrow!

Oh wait.. nevermind.

[OnBaseMachine]

After Lincecum and Lincoln went off the board, it really came down to a coin toss for me between Brandon Morrow and Daniel Bard, and I decided to go with Morrow.

Thoughts?

[flyer85]

With the 8th overall pick in the 2006 draft, the Reds select Brandon Morrow, RHP, University of California.

http://graphics.fansonly.com/photos/schools/cal/sports/m-basebl/auto_headshot/106004.jpeg

http://calbears.cstv.com/sports/m-basebl/spec-rel/cal-m-basebl-CumulativeStats.html
If if actually plays out like this I think the Reds would take Reynolds(non Boras).

[M2]

I'd go with Morrow over Bard too. Nice dilemma to have.

[flyer85]

BTW, I have the 16th pick(Brewers) and I will be unavailable from 5:45 til around 8:00 most likely so if you are waiting I am letting you know.

[Doc. Scott]

I'd go with Morrow over Bard too. Nice dilemma to have.

I also agree. Morrow is who I hope the Reds take, although I'd be satisfied with any of the high-ranked college arms as long as it's a starter. I just think Lincecum has higher risk involved.

[Reds Fanatic]

Morrow would be my pick there too. I would love it if the Reds ended up with Morrow.

[Red Leader]

I'd go with Morrow over Bard too. Nice dilemma to have.

Me as well. I really like Morrow. I think he's going to be a nice MLB pitcher shortly down the road.

[Gallen5862]

The Orioles with pick # 9 select Greg Reynolds, rhp, Stanford
http://mlb.mlb.com/NASApp/mlb/mlb/events/draft/y2006/tracker/search.jsp?sc=lastName&sp=R
Gregory Reynolds Stanford U RHP R/R 6'7" 220 1985-07-03 JR
Comments: No one moved up the charts late in the season more than the him. He beat fellow draft classers Brandon Morrow and Tim Lincecum to work his way into top 10 cconsideration. His fastball sits in the low 90s and couples it with his breaking ball.
http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/R/greg-reynolds-1.shtml

Pitching Statistics
Year Team Name League Age Org. Level W L ERA G GS CG SHO GF SV IP H R ER HR BB SO WP BK h9 hr9 w9 k9 whip

2004 Stanford U. NCAA NCAA 4 1 6.00 11 5 0 0 0 27.0 30 21 18 4 12 15 3 10.00 1.33 4.00 5.00 1.56
2005 Stanford U. NCAA 0 NCAA 2 3 5.08 22 5 0 0 0 51.1 51 36 29 4 17 51 4 1 8.94 0.70 2.98 8.94 1.32

[Doc. Scott]

I had the same question, Doc. I probably read the same article you did on the Tigers and see Stubbs there but know they could also take Kershaw (although his late entry would make me very, very cautious). I would be fine if the Reds took Stubbs looking at what he brings to the table. We sure do not have the likes of him in our system.

You think? What's Jay Bruce? If the Reds really think Stubbs is the best on the board at #8, so be it, but I think they have enough bats in the system right now. It was different for Detroit, who has mostly pitching.

[Gallen5862]

The Orioles select Greg Reynolds, rhp, Stanford it was between him and Bard.

[OnBaseMachine]

BTW, I have the 16th pick(Brewers) and I will be unavailable from 5:45 til around 8:00 most likely so if you are waiting I am letting you know.

No problem. I doubt we'll make it that far by 8:00 anyway.

Steel picks at #14... and I haven't seen him on for awhile. I remember him saying earlier in the week that he may not be able to make(that's when we thought the draft was going to be Monday), so who knows if he'll be here.

[OnBaseMachine]

After a long wait, cincinnati chili is now on the clock...

[Red Leader]

I actually think the Orioles will take Reynolds.

[traderumor]

You think? What's Jay Bruce? If the Reds really think Stubbs is the best on the board at #8, so be it, but I think they have enough bats in the system right now. It was different for Detroit, who has mostly pitching.
Jay Bruce is more likely a corner guy, from what I hear. He is not a "true" CFer, Stubbs is. I'm not sure what is coming up in question of Stubbs bat, he's got a mid .400s OBA. If one of the top 3 college pitchers falls, that would be my choice for the Redlegs, but Morrow and Bard seem a little shaky to me, not sure I want to pay them that top 10 money.

[cincinnati chili]

The San Francisco Giants, being of sound mind and body, select Matt Sulentic cf/ss/2b (L-R) from Hillcrest High School in Dallas, Texas.http://www.quickdfw.com/sharedcontent/dws/img/v3/05-09-2006.ns_04bbsulentic.GD21SLTG2.1.jpg

(from Sonsofsamhorn and elsewhere) What Do You Need to Know About Me?- Some scouts and baseball people have remarked that I have the strongest hand/wrists they have ever seen. Where does this come from? The strict schedule of 7 intense workout sessions each week. 3 times a week at 5:30 in the morning and 4 times a week at 8 o'clock at night. I take over 1000 swings a week, which include using my two free periods during the school day to drive to the batting cages and work on my stroke. Yes, I am the baseball equivalent of a gym rat. Because I don't have superior size, I will always have to work harder than my peers to stay on top. This season, I am gaining recognition from those peers. Fellow Texas A&M recruit Clayton Kershaw, who also figures to go in the top 10 picks, calls me the best hitter he has ever seen. This year, my senior season, everything came together. I have been pounding the balls to all fields. I won the Texas 4-A triple crown, batting .676 with 19 HR and 58 RBI. The only other player to do that in recent memory is Texas Rangers rookie, Jason Stokes. Though I have played outfield in high school, many scouts think I will be moved to 2B in the pros. Wherever I play, I will hit.

[traderumor]

What is selling folks on Morrow? First thing I saw was "low 90s fastball," when I'm wanting low to mid 90s fastball out of a first round college starter.

[Red Leader]

Nice pick on Sulentic, chili. Very Brian Sabean of you.

[pedro]

Nice pick on Sulentic, chili. Very Brian Sabean of you.

I'm not sure if that's a compliment or not.

[OnBaseMachine]

What is selling folks on Morrow? First thing I saw was "low 90s fastball," when I'm wanting low to mid 90s fastball out of a first round college starter.

Morrow throws 96-98 and can touch 99. I believe he also has a good slider and split fingered fastball. Throw in the fact that he faced tough competition this year, plus the perfect pitchers frame makes it a no-brainer to me.

[Red Leader]

I'm not sure if that's a compliment or not.

Well, if chili is trying to be Brian Sabean, it is. If he's not, then :dunno:

[OnBaseMachine]

Chilli :laugh:. I thought you were going to pop in at the last minute and sign Michael Tucker, thus giving up your first round pick.

Topcat is on the clock...

[pedro]

Well, if chili is trying to be Brian Sabean, it is. If he's not, then :dunno:

If chili was trying to be brian sabean I think he would have done what OBM suggested and signed Michael Tucker, thus punting his 1st round pick. :)

[OnBaseMachine]

Topcat is up next...he hasn't been on since 6:03 this morning. It will probably be a while...

[dougdirt]

Nice pick on Sulentic, chili. Very Brian Sabean of you.
I just went and watched his Video on the MLB.com, is it just me or does that kid have very good bat speed? Maybe the video was messing with my head, but that bat looked like it was flying through the zone.

[cincinnati chili]

My goal was to pick the best guy who a. went to high school or a local-to-the-bay-area college and b. who nobody expected to be picked in the first two rounds.

Glad you think I played the part well. I do like Sulentic as a sleeper, a lot. If the Reds got him in the 2nd or 3rd round I'd be very happy.

[Topcat]

Arizona Diamondbacks select - Daniel Bard/rhp/NorthCarolina

[OnBaseMachine]

Reds Fanatic is on the clock...

[Reds Fanatic]

With the 12th pick overall the Texas Rangers select Joba Chamberlain RHP, Nebraska

http://www.thebaseballcube.com/players/C/joba-chamberlain.shtml

[OnBaseMachine]

krono is on the clock...

[jmcclain19]

I think OBM needs a new avatar, while he's running the draft

http://academic.scranton.edu/student/NARVAEZJ2/budselig.jpg

or

http://images.usatoday.com/sports/baseball/_photos/2001-12-06-inside-selig.jpg

[WVRed]

Starter. Some feel he will end up as a closer due to his short stature, but I think he stays as a starter. I've heard him compared to Roy Oswalt due to his size, mid 90's fastball, and great curveball. MLB.com thinks the Reds will draft him, which would thrill the hell out of me.

Scott Kazmir had the same knock as well.

[Puffy]

Hey kids - I am gonna be gone from 7:30 to 1 or so and I pick 21, so I might hold this thing up. But its Friday night and I ain't staying in just for this. There's beer to be imbibed.

[KronoRed]

The Chicago Cubs after firing arm killer Dusty and informing their fans it would be nice if they didn't act like idiots select Bill Rowell IF Bishop Eustace Prep, Pennsauken, N.J

[dougdirt]

puffy, maybe you could PM your pick to OBM or your 3 or 4 picks you are looking at taking in that spot?

[KronoRed]

Well all the arms I wanted were gone so I went with the safe pick

[OnBaseMachine]

No worries, Puffy.

Steel just sent me a PM stating that he can't make his pick until around 10:00 tonight. We still have all weekend to complete the draft.

I'll be gone from 10 tonight to 6 tomorrow morning but you guys can go ahead and carry on without me.

[OnBaseMachine]

Steel is on the clock but like I said, it will be a while.

[dougdirt]

Clayton Kershaw was projected in the top 7 in nearly every draft I have seen and he is now still available at 14...of course Steel wont take him, so he will fall to 15. Interesting stuff so far in our little mock draft.

[jmcclain19]

Clayton Kershaw was projected in the top 7 in nearly every draft I have seen and he is now still available at 14...of course Steel wont take him, so he will fall to 15. Interesting stuff so far in our little mock draft.

Question is - who will go all Billy Beane circa 2005 and scoop up those undervalued high school arms

[dougdirt]

I would have taken Kershaw #5 overall in my draft had I done the draft myself. Miller, Longoria, Hochever, Lincoln would have all gone before him, but he would have been #5 as far as BPA in my opinion.

[Mario-Rijo]

Ah wonderful, I was expecting to get on here tonight and figure out what time we had set and low and behold I missed the start. Wow I had no idea that we were going to start on Friday! The last I checked we hadn't even finished handing out all the teams (Oakland I think was still ava.), now I miss out on all the fun.

[cincinnati chili]

Ah wonderful, I was expecting to get on here tonight and figure out what time we had set and low and behold I missed the start. Wow I had no idea that we were going to start on Friday! The last I checked we hadn't even finished handing out all the teams (Oakland I think was still ava.), now I miss out on all the fun.

Oh, You haven't missed all the fun. In fact, I suspect there's several more days of fun. Hopefully, we'll finish before the real draft.

[SteelSD]

With the 14th pick in the 2006 MLB entry draft, the Toronto Blue Jays select:

Clayton Kershaw, lhp, Highland Park HS, Dallas TX

[Caveat Emperor]

With the 15th pick in the MLB Amatuer Entry Draft, the Washington Nationals select:

Kyle Drabek, RHP/SS, The Woodlands HS, Woodlands TX

[SteelSD]

Clayton Kershaw was projected in the top 7 in nearly every draft I have seen and he is now still available at 14...of course Steel wont take him, so he will fall to 15. Interesting stuff so far in our little mock draft.

You were saying? :D

[jmcclain19]

You were saying? :D

I love irony.

I'll be golfing tomorrow - so if by chance my pick comes up - I am, as I am typing this, sending OBM my picks. So angry masses - blame him.

[flyer85]

Brewers select Brooks Brown RHP University of Georgia