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6'04" 215lbs DOB: 10/04/94 | Lowry was looked at primarily as a catcher before his fastball velocity spiked last year. He has touched 96 mph this spring, but more regularly throws around 90 mph. Listed at 6-foot-4, 210 pounds, Lowry has excellent size for a right-hander. That and his inexperience on the mound lead scouts to think he will be able to sustain higher velocity down the road as he gets more comfortable as a pitcher. Lowry also throws a slider and splitter, but both are still in their nascent stages. He aggressively attacks hitters and is viewed mostly as a thrower, but there are some signs he is beginning to get a better feel for pitching. Lowry is committed to Texas Tech.

Thaddius Lowry RHP High School Up to 96 at one point...mid 80s slider

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Sox pick almost back up Rowdy Tellez-1B Bobby Wahl-RHP Wil Crowe-RHP AJ Puk-LHP Trey Michalczewski-3B Cavan Biggio-2B/3B They are all still there :lol: :lol: :lol: Shows how much I know.

Twins draft a 6 foot 10!!! RHP

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QUOTE (Y2JImmy0 @ Jun 7, 2013 -> 02:34 PM) In Keith Law's current chat, I asked if Tellez was a steal at this point. Law responsded that it would be in a softball draft. Okay then. :lol: :lol:

GOOD READ ON ROWDY Summary The Story of Ryan Tellez began in the womb, when he earned the nickname "Rowdy", for the constant ruckus he caused inside his mother's stomach. The nickname stuck with Tellez his entire life, to the point where his own grandmother (allegedly) doesn't even know his real name. It is said, that at the age of three, Rowdy learned to ride a dirtbike, before he learned to read or speak. 14 years since, The Legend of Rowdy Tellez continues to grow, as does his massive stature. On this day, the 17-year-old Sacramento-native stands 1.8 Altuves tall, weighing in at 240 pounds. The powerful first baseman, and current USC Trojan commit, has been on most scout's radar since 2011, when he was named ESPN's Sophomore of the Year. As a junior, Rowdy continued to rake, with a trip-slash of .587/.673/1.013 and nine home runs, usually of the 400+ feet variety. The left-handed-hitting first baseman is known for his mammouth power and great work ethic. He's also shown potential for average-to-above-average plate discipline. He rocks the number 44, to honor his all-time favorite player, Willie McCovey. During the World Wood Bat Association's World Championship, in mid-October, Rowdy turned some heads by going 5-for-12 with three doubles, a triple, and a 9:0 K:BB ratio. UPDATE (6/2): Not much has changed. His still rests solely on his bat. There are definitely some holes in his swing, and I'm not in love with it. He tends to beat the ball into the ground sometimes, which could lead to stretches of weak contact in the future. However; the power and potentially above-average hit tool is too hard to ignore. Major League Floor A home run threat off the bench. Major League Ceiling Dude has some legitimate upside as a hitter. Best-case scenario, I could see him having a Paul Konerko-type career with the bat. Even though his swing has holes, I don't think he fits the typical strikeout-power, all-or-nothing hitter. Projected Draft Round With the 2013 MLB Draft slowly approaching, it's never too early to start looking at candidates for the Astros' second pick. Baseball America ranks him 36th overall on their big board. Jonathan Mayo left him off his top 50. Minor League Ball has him 26th overall. And Keith Law left him off his top 30. UPDATE (6/2): He could sneak into the first round, but is more likely to go in rounds two or three. He's definitely someone the Astros will consider at 2-1, if he's available. College Commitment: USC, Will He Sign? Indications are that he will sign, yes.

A big and strong right-hander who had a solid sophomore season in TCU's rotation, there's little question about Mitchell's arm strength. His power stuff enabled him to strike out 11.8 hitters per nine innings and to keep them to a .198 batting average against in 2012. His fastball will sit 88-92 mph and he has a downer type curve to go with it. Mitchell is very durable, but he's going to have to improve his command -- he also walked 5.38 per nine -- and show an ability to throw a third pitch to remain a starter and stay high on Draft boards. If he does end up in the pen, expect some upticks in velocity from the right-hander. Mitchell is a big, strong righty with some power stuff and some serious strikeout numbers. The de facto ace of the TCU staff since the middle of his freshman year, Mitchell throws a heavy fastball that sits in the 91-93 range and he can throw it for strikes. His bread and butter is a power breaking ball that sits anywhere from 78-82 and gets him plenty of strikeouts. He throws a change-up as a third offering, but it doesn't profile as anything more than a change of pace at this point. In 2012, Mitchell recorded 101 strikeouts in 77 innings, a very impressive total that points toward his top-flight potential. On the flip side, however, his command was frequently a problem as he issued 46 free passes and hit 10 batters in 2012. The degree to which Mitchell can refine his command and harness his power arsenal will ultimately determine his success. With stuff like his he could easily end up a power reliever, but the team that tabs him in 2013 will definitely want to try him out as a starter. MLB Comparison: Rafael Betancourt

Andrew Mitchell RHP TCU 6-3 220 Talking about him being a bullpen guy on MLB.com Was mentioned with possibly the best curve ball in all of college ball.

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The catcher the Phillies just grabbed: A talented two-sport athlete, Sweaney scored 14 touchdowns and snagged six interceptions as a wide receiver/defensive back last fall They love athletes.

Rowdy Tellez-1B Bobby Wahl-RHP Wil Crowe-RHP AJ Puk-LHP Trey Michalczewski-3B Cavan Biggio-2B/3B In that order please

QUOTE (Jake @ Jun 7, 2013 -> 01:56 PM) Wahl, Tellez possible overslot picks? Tellez & Tank 1B & DH in the future hahaha whole lot of beef.

QUOTE (winninguglyin83 @ Jun 7, 2013 -> 01:55 PM) When is the next Sox pick? 15 picks I believe

Round 4 starting

QUOTE (Chicago White Sox @ Jun 7, 2013 -> 01:50 PM) Obviously I'm not a talent evaluator nor have I scouted any of these players, but I do get a little worried with a pick like May that the Sox are overvaluing him because of his speed. KW has always had a thing for leadoff hitters and given his involvement in the draft this year I could see this being a pick he heavily influenced. Speed is obviously a great tool to have, but not when it comes at the expense of all power and I'm still not sure KW realizes this. Yea he loves speed & guys with lead off potential, but it's funny that we barely even have a lead off hitter. Something doesn't add up with the speed guys he brings in haha

QUOTE (Jake @ Jun 7, 2013 -> 01:49 PM) Jacob May does not have strikeout issues. He struck out 23 times in 230 PA. Sounds like a breath of fresh air to me. He's a polished, low upside bat - not a surprising choice given the risk on our other two picks. Gotta wonder if we're trying to save money for something, but for what? TELLLLLLEZ Maybe Biggio???

about 23 picks till us again. AJ Puk-LHP Jared King-CF........Just drafted a CF Cavan Biggio-2B/3B Wil Crowe-RHP Rowdy Tellez-1B Trey Micahlczewski-3B

QUOTE (Chicago White Sox @ Jun 7, 2013 -> 01:37 PM) Baseball America had Jacob May ranked 200th overall. Ouch. I would have went with Jared King, but hopefully the Sox know what they are doing.

Over the years, Coastal Carolina has produced some solid Draft talent, some going as high as the second round. Whether May, the son of former big leaguer Lee May Jr., goes that early remains to be seen. May is a speedy, switch-hitting leadoff type. He has plus speed to steal bases and to run down balls in center field. The rest of his game still needs to be developed. He has some bat speed, but has to do a better job of making consistent hard contact. With improved jumps and routes, he'll be an above-average defender, though he can outrun mistakes now. The top-of-the-order and center field skills, not to mention the Major League lineage, will surely have many teams interested. Jacob May, OF, Coastal Carolina – May is a bit undersized at 5’10″, 175 lbs., but he plays much bigger than that. May has a pro body with a very developed musculature. He runs well, is a good baserunner and hustles around the diamond. He shows a mature feel for hitting and uses his bat speed to lace line drives to all fields. The lack of size and power limit May’s profile for some, but I think he’s just a ballplayer. With his strong tools and solid all around game a strong Spring for Coastal might put May in consideration for as high as the 2nd round.

QUOTE (winninguglyin83 @ Jun 7, 2013 -> 01:33 PM) is this on TV or only the internet? Only internet.