The Official 2019 MLB Draft Thread

[rafibomb]

What stands out the most is scouting reports say he has good command. This is really positive because he is 6-6 and has no problem repeating mechanics

[Angelsfan1984]

I would have preferred Mendoza in that spot. Why not just overhaul the entire infield in this draft lol.

[Docwaukee]

projectable prep pitcher.  cool.  

[Chuck]

Just now, Angelsfan1984 said:

I would have preferred Mendoza in that spot. Why not just overhaul the entire infield in this draft lol.

I would too, I liked Mendoza, but we can't complain about getting a projectable guy that's 6'6. 

I think they have plans for Jeremiah Jackson at 3B, plus you have Thaiss working there currently. 

[Angel Oracle]

13 minutes ago, Chuckster70 said:

Matt Allen just went to the Mets, but he'll probably bounce to college. 

I am guessing that he sent waves to the Halos that he was likely going to college, even if picked in round 2?

Pretty much for sure now, he's going to college.

[Angelsfan1984]

1 minute ago, Angel Oracle said:

I am guessing that he sent waves to the Halos that he was likely going to college, even if picked in round 2?

Pretty much for sure now, he's going to college.

I agree. I feel like if Eppler has any sense they would not sign at a certain spot he just passes on them.

[Angelsfan1984]

2 minutes ago, Chuckster70 said:

I would too, I liked Mendoza, but we can't complain about getting a projectable guy that's 6'6. 

I think they have plans for Jeremiah Jackson at 3B, plus you have Thaiss working there currently. 

True, perhaps they are gaining confidence in Maitan as well.

[Chuck]

2 minutes ago, Angel Oracle said:

I am guessing that he sent waves to the Halos that he was likely going to college, even if picked in round 2?

Pretty much for sure now, he's going to college.

If he was the consensus best HS pitcher in the draft that could rise quickly, why didn't anyone draft him in the previous two rounds?

He gone. 

[Angel Oracle]

I am assuming that Wilson's round 1 drafting allows there to be enough slot money for both Paris and Kochanowicz?

[rafibomb]

Erik Miller from Stanford could be a good get if he's there in round 3

[34red4]

2 minutes ago, rafibomb said:

Erik Miller from Stanford could be a good get if he's there in round 3

He gone 

[Chuck]

2 hours ago, Chuckster70 said:

I also wouldn't mind us getting Jack Leiter (nephew of MLB Network and former pitcher Al Leiter). 

The kid looks like he could be another Griffin Canning type down the road, but out of HS. 

@rafibomb the Phillies just took him right before us. Boo

Let's get Leiter!

[rafibomb]

Erik Rivera, HS southpaw pitcher from the Puerto Rico Baseball Academy.

[Angelsfan1984]

This looks like a slot pick to save some money

[Chuck]

Just now, rafibomb said:

Erik Rivera, HS southpaw pitcher from the Puerto Rico Baseball Academy.

Could be a two-way guy we develop?

[rafibomb]

2 minutes ago, Chuckster70 said:

Could be a two-way guy we develop?

Looks like it

 

 

[Glen]

Finally, another Erik!

[34red4]

71. Spencer Jones 1B/LHP could also be another potential two-way player.

School: La Costa Canyon (Calif.) HS Year: SeniorPosition: 1B/LHP Age: 18 DOB: 05/14/2001Bats: L Throws: L Height: 6'7" Weight: 205 lb.Commitment: Vanderbilt 

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Scouting grades: Hit: 50 | Power: 55 | Run: 55 | Arm: 55 | Field: 50 | Overall: 50

Scouting grades: Fastball: 55 | Curveball: 55 | Changeup: 40 | Control: 45 | Overall: 45

At first, Jones' participation at the Perfect Game All-American Classic in San Diego last summer after a solid Area Codes Game performance seemed like a nice little "local kid done good" story. Then he singled and stole a base on the offensive end while throwing a perfect inning on the mound, serving notice that he might be the best two-way player in this Draft class. Scouts won't get the chance to see him this spring, however, as surgery to fix a small fracture in his throwing elbow will put him on the shelf until the summer.

The scouting industry is somewhat divided about where the 6-foot-7 left-hander's future lies. On the mound, he's up to 93 mph with his fastball, a pitch that's rarely straight. He has the ingredients of a very good curveball that could eventually be a plus pitch. It all comes from a projectable body and a delivery that works, giving hope that he'll find the strike zone more consistently and have the aptitude to add an effective third pitch as he gains more experience. Many thought he'd turn into a pitcher only, especially given his size, but he's shown he uses all those moving parts well as a position player. He's a plus runner and obviously, his arm works well, and he's played both the outfield and first base. He has a whip of a swing and is very unpolished, but some evaluators can dream on him as a hitter.

Jones has as much upside as perhaps anyone in the Draft class and that's true on both sides of the ball. He still could factor in the early rounds of the Draft, though teams looking to sign him away from his Vanderbilt commitment will have to do so based on his summer performance.

[34red4]

I also like 134. Carter Bins C. But who knows if we have capped out on drafting catchers from Fresno State.

School: Fresno State Year: Junior Position: CAge: 21 DOB: 05/11/1998 Bats: R Throws: RHeight: 6'0" Weight: 200 lb.Previously drafted: 2016, 35th (1037) - PHI 

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Scouting grades: Hit: 45 | Power: 50 | Run: 40 | Arm: 60 | Field: 55 | Overall: 45

A 35th-round pick out of a Northern California high school by the Phillies in 2016, Bins turned them down to attend Fresno State. He became an immediate starter behind the plate for the Bulldogs and has blossomed into one of the better defensive catchers in college baseball. A team that believes enough in his bat could take him in the top three rounds.

Bins has a chance to become a plus receiver with arm strength to match. He moves well behind the plate, possesses soft hands, blocks well and makes accurate throws. He also earns praise for his instincts and leadership skills.

Bins' bat will determine whether he can become a starting catcher at the big league level. He has shown better discipline and made more consistent contact this spring, but his right-handed swing can get long and he'll probably hit more for power than average. While he hasn't driven the ball as much in 2019 as he did a year ago, he has solid to plus raw power.

 

[ScruffytheJanitor]

I wonder if we drafted Garrett Stallings to study him and find the "Control and Command" gene. His scouting report sounds like late-career Dan Haren.

[T.G.]

2 minutes ago, ScruffytheJanitor said:

I wonder if we drafted Garrett Stallings to study him and find the "Control and Command" gene. His scouting report sounds like late-career Dan Haren.

I saw one summary mention his ability to "spin the ball" and we all know that's a big deal with this coaching staff...

[ScruffytheJanitor]

Well, I guess that's what we get when we ask for more pitchers... seems like we have a good crop.

[totdprods]

Four straight pitchers. Pretty happy so far, though I haven’t been able to dig in too deep and read up or watch vids. Safe college bat, high ceiling/upside young athlete, two-way player with loud tools on both sides of the field, and a trio of sturdy pitching prospects so far.

[Chuck]

Whoever is selecting these pitchers better not be the same guy who recommended Allen, Cahill and Harvey.

Just saying.

[DCAngelsFan]

14 minutes ago, Chuckster70 said:

Whoever is selecting these pitchers better not be the same guy who recommended Allen, Cahill and Harvey.

Just saying.

 

Don't think that's gonna be a problem ...