1) Hartford SP Vernon Person
The star and future ace is from a small private high school near Scranton, PA. Some of his $4M bonus might help keep Bishop OReilly HS from closing. He might end up with 3 pitches above 80. His only weakness is his durability, but that can still develop too. ML comparison: NAS Preston Towers.
2) San Francisco SP Wilson McLaughlin
Wilson dominated the junior college ranks from southside Chicago JC Kennedy-King College with his control and velocity. He was teamed with Sioux Falls picks Joel Mercedes in college. His major weaknesses are pitches that might not even reach 75. ML Comparison: MNT Julio Gonzalez
3) Cleveland RP Rabbit Paronto
Rabbit is one of the highest rated pitchers ever drafted. Definite closer in the majors very soon. He spent one season in a Texas junior college to show he is ready to be drafted. If his slider works out he will be much more dominate. ML comparison: KC Albert Pescado
4) Burlington SP Malachi Ducey
U-Dub Husky Ducey is a huge lefty that can dominate the mound. As he gets control of his sinker he will be hard to beat. He is already 22, so he should be in the majors soon. ML comparison: JAC Esteban Palmeiro.
5) Cheyenne 2B Virgil Ayala
The best of the 3 MSU bulldog infielders that were drafted. He is already a better hitter than current Wolf 2B Randy McGrady. He projects to an average bat with a bit of power and good speed. His fielding will be top notch. Will he ever remove the shades? ML comparison: SXF Patrick Greene
