Updated 1st Round Projection

Well, the Miami/ GA Tech game got rained out. I am waiting to see what the weather will do today until I try to back out there.

There have been alot of rumors flying around as the draft approaches.

Jim Callis did a nice job on compiling some prospects who are moving up and down here ( I think it is free): http://www.baseballamerica.com/blog/draft/?p=266

Also, Saber Scouting had a real nice article on some of the Boras clients here: http://saberscouting.com/2008/04/07/borasclientprice/#more-84

Rays: Tim Beckham
Rumors are that the Rays want a position player. With Alvarez's asking price possibly astronomical, expect Beckham here. Also, the Rays need catchers so Skipworth and Posey will at least get looks.

Pirates: Pedro Alvarez
The Pirates NEED to take him. However, Jonathan Mayo over at MiLB.com heard that the Pirates could take Gordon Beckham here. While Beckham is solid, he is not a top 3 pick. Taking him would not look good.

Royals: Brian Matusz
I think Crow is better, but the asking price for him is too high for the Royals. If Tim Beckham was here I think the Royals would love him.

Orioles: Aaron Crow
Would the Orioles sign two HUGE contracts two years in a row? They need to if they are serious about this rebuilding thing.

Giants: Kyle Skipworth
What to do what do to. This is a tough pick. Tanner Schepper and Shooter Hunt would be pitchers here.

Marlins: Yonder Alonso
I am not a big fan of Alonso. However, he should be inexpensive and a local pick.

Reds: Tim Melville
This pick almost makes too much sense. Posey or Skipworth could make sense as well.

White Sox: Justin Smoak
The system needs anything and everything. Smoak's stock has fallen due to high expectations. He is still an outstanding prospect.

Nationals: Buster Posey
The Nationals have been pitcher oriented. Having the chance to get an offensive oriented catcher is too good to pass up. Skipworth and Posey are interchangeable in that it comes down to preference and whether Skipworth can stay at catcher. They would take Skipworth too I think. Beckham is a possibility as well.

Astros: Gordon Beckham
This is where he projects to go, and won't be a tough sign. Perfect for the Astros

Rangers: Tanner Scheppers
If Hosmer's bonus demands are not ridiculous, we could see him here.

Athletics: Shooter Hunt
Frontline college starter makes sense

Cardinals: Aaron Hicks
They could go really any direction here. I think they would love Shceppers or Hunt. Chrisitan Freidhich is a possibility but there are some major questions about his control, velo, and how good is CB actually is.

Twins: Dennis Raben
Honestly, who knows what the Twins will do? I can just tell you it will not cost a lot of money.

Dodgers: Alex Meyer
Another high school pitcher? Why not. Go with what works for you.

Brewers: Josh Fields
I am trying to predict a surprise here. Really, the best players still there aren't typical Brewers guys. Fields could help the Brewers pen down the stretch as well.

Blue Jays: Ethan Martin
Blue Jays have shown they will take high school players. Martin has shot up the draft boards and is one of the hardest throwers in the draft

Mets: Eric Hosmer
Assuming they will spend money on the best talent, it comes down to Hosmer and Cole. I think Cole's mechanics and makeup will scare some teams off.

Cubs: Jemile Weeks
Seems very similar to Tony Thomas, 2nd round pick last year.

Seattle Mariners: Brett Hunter
Assuming he is healthy. They like to move guys quick, and he is a quick mover. Potential closer.

Tigers: Gerrit Cole
Kind of the obvious choice here in that they figure to swipe up the best talent that falls.

Mets: Lance Lynn
I think the Mets will try to go hitter/pitcher with their first two picks. While they do have the money, I do not think they will spend $8 million on the first round.

Padres: Christian Freidrich
Essentially, I go down the list and look for a signable college player for the Padres. I honestly think he will fall this far.

Phillies: Brett DeVall
I cannot imagine them NOT taking a pitcher.

Rockies: Brett Wallace
Pick makes sense for them. Watch the Brewers take him and try to make him into a catcher. Only kidding. If teams think he can play 3B, he will go way before this - maybe to the Brewers actually.

Diamondbacks: Kyle Lobstein
Polished lefty from Flagstaff

Twins: Connor Gillespie
Just a guess. Trying to predict a surprise.

Yankees: Sonny Gray
Really just a guess. In reality, the Yankees will take whoever drops more than likely.

Indians: Tyson Ross
Polished college pitcher. Enough said for the Indians.

Red Sox: Reese Havens
Red Sox wanted him out of high school, offered him over slot money. His performance this year warrants a top 40 pick so this is not a stretch.