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12 hours ago, Luke-OH said:

Yeah, I think the consensus is that he has a great chance to stick at SS.

Not to get ahead of myself (this info is coming in my next article), but perhaps my favorite HS SS is Jeremiah Jackson. My confidence level in him is much lower (which is why he's ranked lower), because he doesn't have the same performance history as Turang and he was a 3rd/4th round type coming into the spring and has improved significantly. He has a Lindor-like frame, smooth hands and transfer, he had a pushy swing last summer, but has clearly added strength and transformed his swing. He joins the list of 4 or 5 guys who I'd be very happy if the O's could grab at 37.

sign me up.

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5 hours ago, Jammer7 said:

For the past month of the season, Hankins actually was back to form according to several reports. He may not be there when we pick.

Gorman has hit quite well for years, and against quality pitching. I have seen it. His travel team gets every teams best shot, and he was dominant. He looks like he has made some changes to just hit bombs for his draft status. If you have not seen it yet, try to get some video from early summer 2017 and before. I have been told (by some who know him well) that he is pressing some and that most scouts have faith in his track record. He is not a redux of Billy Rowell. :D

And I did not mean to comp Gilbert with Sedlock. They are quite different as you said. Its just with his performance this spring, I would be more comfortable taking Gilbert around #15-25. Sedlock was #27 in 2016 due to concerns about his overuse. I agree with you on their differences. I would be OK with Gilbert. For me, I would like to get a college guy who can be a TOR starter at #11. I'm not sold he is better than a 3. Obviously, we disagree just a bit. Maybe he has a lower number to sign and that allows them to go overslot at #37 or later.

It’s good to hear different points of view, that’s what makes this stuff fun! I’m going to have to find some recent Hankins video. I think Gilbert has some serious upside because his extension helps everything play up and he projects better command than everyone but Mize IMO. But a lot of people who are more knowledgeable than me also see him where you have him. I’ve seen some 2017 showcase Gorman footage, my concern is that I have trouble finding a comp for a HS guy who had that kind of maxed frame and succeeded, that doesn’t mean he won’t, it just hurts my confidence in it happening.

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Sign me up for Anthony Seigler, the switch-hitting, switch-pitching catcher!   I’d pay to see that!

Some great baseball names on the list, including Ryan Weathers, Kumar Rocker, Nico Hoerner, Jeremiah Jackson, Travis Swaggerty, Steele Walker, Blaze Alexander and Gunnar Hoglund.

Otherwise, that’s all I got.    It’s amazing to me that anyone can get a few looks at a bunch of high school and college age kids, playing against widely varying levels of competition, and make any kind of informed judgment about who will develop into a good major league player.    Kudos to you for educating us on this.   

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On 5/23/2018 at 8:24 AM, Luke-OH said:

There will be more coming before draft day, Preference list up to 37, and some later round players I like.

I really like the focus on high OBP/ low strike out players. I don't think the Orioles will take that approach but they should.

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On 5/23/2018 at 5:45 AM, Luke-OH said:

New article up this morning, in which I list my personal 11 favorite draft prospects with notes and video as well as discuss briefly strategy and players likely to be available at the spot.

http://www.orioleshangout.com/2018/05/23/orioles-draft-primer-the-first-round/

This thread may get moved to the Amateur Draft sub-forum eventually, but I wanted to put it here first for exposure and discussion.

Edit: the second installment

http://www.orioleshangout.com/2018/05/28/orioles-draft-primer-supplemental-1st-rd-and-preference-list/

Excellent information, Luke!!  Thanks!!  I hope they add Griffin Conine to Preston Palmeiro as sons of former Os.   

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On 5/23/2018 at 4:10 PM, Luke-OH said:

If Madrigal is available at 11, you better believe the Orioles should take him and thank their lucky stars because they’ve just filled their 2B hole (for when Schoop leaves). Most likely major league player in the draft.

That guy looks like he has some Pedroia in him.  Wiry dude, bat speed.

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Loving the video on KUMAR ROCKER.   Where is he projected to go?  That looks like someone who could lead a rotation for a while.  That balance with that big body.  The distance he gains at the point of release is beast!   From the hitter's POV, it must look like a huge man coming right at you.  Loving the over the head wind up too.

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Loving the video on KUMAR ROCKER.   Where is he projected to go?  That looks like someone who could lead a rotation for a while.  That balance with that big body.  The distance he gains at the point of release is beast!   From the hitter's POV, it must look like a huge man coming right at you.  Loving the over the head wind up too.

His TTTP seemed poor.  Best hope Buck is gone.

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11 hours ago, Luke-OH said:

Bump for my new article, talking about the 37th overall pick.

Also, I've extended my preference list out to 50 players.

Check it out.

http://www.orioleshangout.com/2018/05/28/orioles-draft-primer-supplemental-1st-rd-and-preference-list/

If you missed the first article, it is linked in this article.

Seems like we might have an opportunity to get a SS at 37.  We desperately need more athletic middle infielders in the system.  Stay away from the LF/1B/DH types...

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