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They might be able to get him under. He'd fall to #5 otherwise

There were some rumors yesterday that CJ Abrams' camp was calling around and shopping deals with the thought that he was falling and didn't have an agreement in the top 6. Then the Andrew Vaughn to White Sox noise started picking up again. Then last night Mayo linked them to Brett Baty. He also was the one to link them to Nick Schnell late in the process last year. This is me speculating but I think it's possible: Sox want to take Abrams underslot. They don't have a deal. If Sox pass on him and took Baty instead, Abrams would fall into 7-9 range. That's a lot less $$. Maybe the Baty thing is posturing to get Abrams to take their discount. If not they take Vaughn for close to the slot amount.

I believe that Jonathan Mayo was the one to link the Sox to Nick Schnell late last year.

I actually think Abrams floor and ceiling are much higher than Stott. Stott is meh. Abrams isn't some toolsy project. He can hit and play a premium position.

Yesterday at this time I was pretty confident that they'd take Abrams. Right now though, I'd predict that it will be Vaughn. I wouldn't be surprised if they save a little money too.

Which guys are you interested in?

http://www.chicagonow.com/future-sox/2019/06/a-shifting-draft-strategy-and-potential-2nd-round-targets/

Some misconceptions in here IMO. Ken Williams has always been involved. He's the EVP of the organization. NIck Hostetler loves high school players. He learned under John Schuerholtz.

The White Sox are having an issue with the link on their site. It's being taken care of.

They are likely bringing back Abreu. If they don't, one of their options (Collins, Burger, Eloy, etc) could play over there. CJ Cron was signed off the scrap heap. 1B are easy to find. Just pay for one. I'd be in favor of JD Martinez on a new 5-year deal. You know what the Sox won't be able to afford? A young player like CJ Abrams in his prime. Could Abrams bust? 100%. It's about percentage outcomes though. If he never develops power, he's still a major league regular at a premium position. If Vaughn gets hurt or struggles in the minors, he'd debuting at 23-24 and has to absolutely rake in the majors to be valuable. Now, I think he's going to rake in the majors so I'd be fine if they picked him. I completely understand why they'd go Abrams instead though and I hope that's what they do.

Nope. Not affiliated. Just the opinion of one writer. Have you looked at prospect lists though? Some of the OF's aren't doing well currently but it's one of the strengths of the system. Eloy, Robert, Gonzalez, Basabe, Adolfo, Rutherford, Steele Walker, etc. They have lots of guys. That's all it means.

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This is actually where Nick Hostetler came from though. Schuerholtz model of power pitching and athletes.

You can read the article?

They actually have them selecting Maurice Hampton in round 2 though. Hampton won't be 18 until August. He has a strong football commitment to LSU but here's his profile from pipeline. Hampton is one of only four players named an Under Armour All-American in baseball and football, joining Kyler Murray, A.J. Brown and fellow 2019 prep outfielder Jerrion Ealy. Named Mr. Tennessee Football at the Division II 3-A level last fall, Hampton not only is one of the Draft's top outfielders but also a four-star cornerback ticketed to play two sports at Louisiana State if he doesn't turn pro. The most athletic prospect to come out of Tennessee in years, he could become the state's first prep position player to go in the first round since Mike White in 1986. Like most athletes who star in multiple sports, Hampton needs refinement on the diamond, but his huge upside could make the patience that will be required in his development worth it. His right-handed swing could get smoother but still generates impressive bat speed and exit velocities, giving him the potential for 25 or more homers on an annual basis if he makes enough contact. He struggled against quality pitching early on the showcase circuit last summer but continually improved and gave a glimpse of what he might be if he focused on baseball. Hampton has dynamic tools beyond his raw power. He's also a well above-average runner who can make an impact as a basestealer and a defender. He definitely has the quickness for center field, though he needs to refine his reads and routes, and also flashes plus arm strength that will enable him to play anywhere in the outfield.

Keith Law made an update to the Orioles part of his mock draft 1. Baltimore Orioles: Adley Rutschman, C, Oregon State I've said this before, but I'll repeat it: This isn't a lock. Rutschman is the consensus No. 1 prospect in the class, but I have heard from multiple sources that the Orioles will at least explore other options, notably Andrew Vaughn, to strike the best possible deal, since they pick again at 42, 71 and 79. UPDATE: The Orioles could also consider JJ Bleday at this pick.

My guess would be Houston LHP Seth Romero

I've heard nothing on that. I'm hoping it's two prep bats and then lots of pitching personally.

Just a couple things from what I've heard about their preferences. Some scouts from the Detroit Tigers are expecting the Sox to take Abrams One of the longest tenured beat guys in town told me last week that the Sox won't pass on Witt Jr. if available With that being said, I won't be surprised if it's Vaughn but Abrams makes the most sense at this point.

We can definitely look at it after the draft. I'm expecting lots of pitching though in this draft class

Thanks man. We have Bishop and Rutschman coming to close out the week.

Don't know much about him. #128 according to mlbpipeline. http://m.mlb.com/prospects/2019/?list=draft

I think you're correct. I think the Royals take Witt Jr. over Rutschman though. At this point I think these are the most realistic possibilities: 1. Rutschman 2. Witt Jr. 3. Abrams/Vaughn 1. Witt Jr. 2. Rutschman 3. Abrams/Vaughn 1. Vaughn 2. Witt Jr. 3. Rutschman For any Sox fans hoping for Adley Rutschman, the best case scenario for that happening would be Andrew Vaughn going #1 overall. I wonder what type of discount Vaughn would be willing to take. I personally think he falls to #5 otherwise.

Those are fair points. I took exception to you saying: Madrigal’s winning mentality is going to help him hit with more power supposedly. That's fucking bullshit, man. Nobody said that. Talk about taking things out of context.

Because Witt Jr is a definite SS. He has much more power than Abrams too.