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Eric A Longenhagen
12:10
Good morning from Tempe, give me one second to adjust The Board to reflect the Wisler trade...
12:12
okay, thanks, let's get to it...
Mike
12:12
Any draft rumors for the top 5 picks (Red Sox rumors specifically would be appreciated)?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:14
We'll have our first mock early next week. Think PIT's desire to cut at 1 means we won't know who they're on until the mixes behind them really solidify. Think Watson has a chance to be in the mix at two in addition to the obvious names. Boston I think would just take Leiter if there. Teams have BAL wanting to cut, too, prob w/ prep bat. It's super early still
Mike
12:14
Anything on Spencer Strider this year? Stats seem impressive, does the scouting report match it?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:16
It's basically what I have on the Braves list (he was 22nd entering the year, 40 FV) except now he's backed up the velo spike he showed during instructs by holding it to start this season. Still relief probability there.
Chris
12:16
Have you heard when/if the Dominican Summer League will start?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:17
I haven't heard when but folks with teams are talking about sending guys in Extended back to the DR as if they know a DSL is coming. There's an AZL schedule already it's just not public, same could be true for the DSL.
Heg
12:17
Are you buying the Gavin Williams hype? Is he ahead of Madden/Wicks/Rocker at this point?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:17
Like him, not *that* much
Nick
12:17
Three teams most likely to pick Kumar Rocker?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:17
Royals, Angels, Nationals (again, early)
Greg
12:18
Will Michael Harris be a top 100 guy when you guys update next week?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:18
No, plate discipline has beenkinda scary
TImmy
12:18
Love your work. So far, which bats have I pressed you the most in the minors?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:20
I mean, Wander Franco? Guys who are really performing right now are: Joe Gray, Anthony Volpe, Miguel Vargas, Jonathan Arranda
LIke I wouldn't change my Volpe eval, I just think he's a 45,  but it's good he's hitting in Low-A after missing his first full pro season last year
Sean
12:20
do you see DL hall getting a start for the Os this season?  Do you think he could have some of the similar issues Daniel Lynch has had starting off?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:21
Could have command issues but his fastball shape gives him more margin for error in that regard than Lynch.
Chris
12:21
How do teams plan on adding 20 draft picks to their organization given the cut down in players from previous years. Mid-season cuts? Will the draftees just go to the team's facility and do some sort of instructs?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:23
I think there are a couple ways to diffuse the pressure. First, you can sign college pitchers but don't have to assign them to an affiliate. Most of the college arms will have blown through last year's innings total already and are more likely to be shut down after the draft. I think you'll see some combo of releases and promotions to accommodate the new class.
Luis Garcia (WAS)
12:23
At what point should I be given consistent MLB ABs? It’s not like Starlin Castro or Josh Harrison should be blocking me and shouldn’t the Nats want to look to 2022 and see if I can be trusted to start next year.
Eric A Longenhagen
12:23
Right now
Teddy Ballgame
12:23
In the college ranks, do you feel there are more/better hitters to get excited about in the 2022 and 2023 classes than the 2021 class?  Significantly so?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:24
Yeah, this year's class is a little light on college prospects in general (in terms of top three rounds talent, it's deep beyond that) so I'm betting the next couple are better.
Cave Dameron
12:24
What cheese do you use in a grilled cheese?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:25
combo of cheddar and gruyere, I also like to add some dijon and paprika
Chris
12:25
Can you name three or four bats that many people don’t know about, but you think will or have chance to become stars? Anyone specific from your picks to click. .Org outside of that, based on what you have seen so Far?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:27
I guess I don't know how to gauge "many people" not knowing about a player. Like do people know who Noelvi Marte is? Or Luis Matos? I think they should if they're paying attention to the prospect content here at all, but because they're not Franco or whatever maybe they don't? I'm not sure.
Keefths
12:27
Jesus Sanchez has slowed down considerably. Do you see him succeeding in the bigs ? Or is his approach too flawed ?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:28
His approach is terrible and has continued to be during this epic hot stretch at Triple-A. I'm not moving him onto the 100 or anything like that, I've put my hand on that stove before.
Hal
12:28
Hearing some major trending up arrows for Francisco Alvarez and Brett Baty….can you confirm?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:29
I feel pretty good about where Alvarez is right now. Baty will basically switch places with Vientos on the 100 update next week.
Pete
12:30
What percent chance is there that Taylor Dollard becomes a #4 starter?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:32
That's a 2-ish WAR guy, Zach Davies type. Probably like 30%?
John b
12:33
Cards gave up on Carson Kelly and now have Knizner as Yadi’s backup with Herrera in AA.  Who is Yadi’s heir apparent or is neither of these guys the one ?
Eric A Longenhagen
12:33
Herrera
Curious
12:33
I realize he graduated from the Giant's prospect list last year, but do you still think Logan Webb is a 45 FV?  He's had a great year so far, even though he's been hurt.
Eric A Longenhagen
12:33
Yes, he's a 45 in part because of the injury history
Keith
12:33
I keep seeing the Braves tied to college arms.  What do you see them doing with the 24th pick?
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