2015 Draft Pick Discussion, Rounds 6-20

[TheCrew07]

I am sorry to ask but has 3rd baseman Josh Tobias, 3B-2B, University of Florida been picked?

 

You can easily filter the BA draft database by last name to see who has been selected. It's located here.

[BrewersAA]

Meh, thought they could have taken another player or two at this point, still plenty of rounds for the signable guys. but i guess the higher you take them the more slot you can bank, maybe they have a guy they are eyeing later for over slot.

 

 

Well based on how it works. You take Hanhold now sign him for underslot meaning you keep that entire slot's money to use. And sign overslot on the guy you'd rather have for rd 6 or somewhat higher money few rounds later. If he declines, that slot for rd 9 or 10 is less than what you'd lose for the slot at rd 6. Gotta be getting to the point where you have 1 of these signings left say 700k-800k to offer. Maybe for Milw. So after the Demi O pick there's a strong chance he was the final Upside pick of the day. A run of College signing types left....or one last savings up for one more HS pick to lure away.

 

 

I agree with this, its better protection to take your signable guys now, i am hoping they go for one more upside guy, maybe round 9 or 10. I felt like last year they did a great job with woodruff and Yamamoto. Two guys that have some upside to them, taken later, but should have been taken a bit later, but they just bonused both right at slot and got it done.

[BrewersAA]

signable guy, but actually could turn into a utility infielder.

[ewitkows]

Iskenderian, George Miami (FL) 3B R/R JR -- 6'1" 190lbs DOB: 02/28/94

 

Selected by the Cardinals in the 34th round of last year's Draft, Iskenderian returned to the University of Miami and hit .379 with a .471 on-base percentage for the Hurricanes this season. The 6-foot-1, 190-pound shortstop compiled 11 doubles, two triples, 50 RBIs, 63 runs and 23 steals in 58 games. Iskenderian was drafted by St. Louis coming off a sophomore campaign in which he hit .373 with a home run and 23 RBIs in 40 games. The native of Englewood Cliffs, N.J., hit .250 with six runs scored in 16 games as a freshman in 2013.

[wichmae]

Tons of under slot guys. Should be a clear indication they are going to be aggressive trying to sign the top 5 players.

[3and2Fastball]

Iskenderian has Doubles power. Played SS/2B/3B in college. Potential is more with the bat than the glove. Gotta like the .471 on-base percentage for the Hurricanes this season, though.

[splitterpfj]

The team announced the selection of Iskenderian, saying, "We would like him listed as a third baseman", which tells you an immediate issue. "What position is he?"

 

He played shortstop and second base, and he isn't at all the power threat you'd think of as a third baseman. This is unfair of me, but my first thought is, "This player will be used to fill a hole in the minor leagues."

[wichmae]

The team announced the selection of Iskenderian, saying, "We would like him listed as a third baseman", which tells you an immediate issue. "What position is he?"

 

He played shortstop and second base, and he isn't at all the power threat you'd think of as a third baseman. This is unfair of me, but my first thought is, "This player will be used to fill a hole in the minor leagues."

I guess it is what it is. He can provide a meaningful role and save some pool money. Either one of the big guys in the front of the draft has a high price tag or theyre going to target another higher price tag player soon.

[colbyjack]

PG reports on some of the recent picks:

 

161. George Iskenderian, inf, Miami (JR)

R-R, 6-2/190, Englewood Cliffs, N.J.

Previously Drafted: Cardinals ’14 (34)

 

Talk about picking up a junior college transfer who makes an immediate impact to an already potent lineup. That’s exactly what Iskenderian has done in 2015 as he joined a Miami Hurricane offense that was already viewed as one of the deepest in the college game. Prepping at Northeast powerhouse Don Bosco in New Jersey, Iskenderian took his talents to the University of South Carolina where he played sparingly as a freshman before transferring to Indian River CC in 2014. Putting together a .373 offensive season while playing shortstop, Iskenderian was selected in the 34th round by the Cardinals before joining the Hurricanes in 2015. With the left side of the infield already established in shortstop Brandon Lopez and third baseman David Thompson, the New Jersey native has slid over to second base where his athleticism has allowed for an easy transition. Showing the ability to play wherever needed defensively, it’s the bat that will serve as Iskenderian’s carrying tool at the next level. Showing a simple approach and set up at the plate, the broad and strongly built righthanded hitter shows a strong feel for the barrel of the bat. He might not hit for a ton of power but his overall hit tool is undeniable as he made the transition to ACC pitching look easy, leading the team with a .379 average and an on-base percentage of .471. On top of the bat, Iskenderian was 23-for-25 on stolen base attempts during the spring and wasn’t caught until the final couple of weekends of the regular season.

 

255. Blake Allemand, inf, Texas A&M (SR)

B-R, 5-10/155, San Antonio, Texas

Previously Drafted: Never Drafted

 

Part of the reason for the Aggies success throughout this spring and into the postseason is the play of their senior shortstop Blake Allemand. Impacting the game from both sides of the ball, Allemand served as A&M’s fulltime shortstop this spring after playing a little bit of everywhere in 2014. Showing solid barrel skills from both sides of the plate, Allemand shows no problem handling premium stuff while showing the athleticism to play any of the infield positions at a high level.

 

352. Eric Hanhold, rhp, Florida (JR)

R-R, 6-5/205, Palm Harbor, Fla.

Previously Drafted: Phillies ’12 (40)

 

The very last pick in the 2012 draft, Hanhold is actually one of two players on the Florida Gators roster to be selected with the final pick of their respective drafts, with sophomore Shaun Anderson the other in 2013. With the type of stuff Hanhold possesses on the mound and the numbers he’s put up this spring, it’s safe to say he’ll be going much higher this June. Sitting in the 92-94 mph range out of the bullpen and bumping 95, Hanhold works from a high arm slot, pounding the ball downhill with late and heavy life. With his fastball running to his arm side, Hanhold features a slider that moves in the opposite direction, showing late 10-to-4 tilt.

[colbyjack]

I disagree that these guys are underslot. The Brewers have yet to take anyone that appears to pose a problem signing, but at the same time, outside of the fact that Allemand is a senior and Nash Walters is somewhat of a surprise (similar to David Burkhalter last year), these players are being taken roughly where expected.

[LouisEly]

Some senior signs that I like:

 

Chris Keck, 3B, UCLA - 6'2" LHH 3B, put up good OBP (.393 OBP, 33 BB in 255 PAs) with a little power (7 HRs); listed at 188 lbs, may develop more power if he can fill out

Cody Jones, CF, TCU - smaller but speedy switch-hitter, .377 BA and .478 OBP, 36 BB and 26-31 SBs in 250 PAs

Drew Turbin, 2B, Dallas Baptist - picture Scooter Gennett with plate discipline; .484 OBP this past year on top of a .353 BA

Cory Taylor, RHP, Dallas Baptist - a junior, but throws 93/94 with a low effort delivery; had a better sophomore year, but the Brewers likely are aware of him having drafted Cy Sneed last year. Didn't see him on the BA Top 200 list.

Ryan Krill, 1B, Michigan State - big LHH 1B, second in Big Ten in HR and SLG and 4th in BA

David Kerian, 1B/OF, Illinois - led Big Ten in HRs, SLG, OBP, and BA; switch-hitter who is athletic enough to play corner OF

Reid Roper, 2B, Illinois - LHH 2B with some power and plate discipline - 40 BB and 10 HRs in 257 PAs

Rob McDonnell, LHP, Illinois - 6'2" LH starter, overshadowed by his teammates but had a great year on his own, in 74 innings gave up 56 hits and struck out 70; walks a little high at 29, but only gave up 1 HR

Tyler Peitzmeyer, LHP, CSU-Fullerton - lefty closer for the Titans, at 6'2", 210, may be worth trying as a starter

Kyle Friedrichs, RHP, CSU-Long Beach - not the biggest guy (6'1", 190), but in 100 IP gave up 90 hits, struck out 109, and walked only 12

[TheCrew07]

brewmann04 I made a mistake, I linked the BA 500 instead of the draft DB, I'm sorry.

 

Here's the link to the draft database, you can filter by organization, round, name, whatever you choose. It's what I use to find my favorites if I missed where they went.

 

BA Draft DB

 

edit. Later on it's very helpful for determining the amount of the pool money that's left and who still needs to be signed. The signings will also be indicated in the signing thread here on the forum.

[wichmae]

I wonder if Kep Brown gets selected. On that same note surprised Cole Sands hasnt been selected.

[CheezWizHed]

He played shortstop and second base, and he isn't at all the power threat you'd think of as a third baseman.

 

Everyone wants power at the corners, but that isn't a common as it used to be. If you can get a solid 750-800 OPS 3B at this point in the draft, you didn't do too bad. He sounds a bit like Tucker Neuhaus.

[Crash2303]

If my understanding is correct, we have $7,743,800 to sign our first 11 picks (rounds 1-10). Assuming we sign the top 4 picks (feel free to substitute Orimoloye for Walters) for their cumulative slot value (about 5.8 million), that would leave us around 2 million left to sign the remainder 7 picks.

 

That is also presumed to be around the amount of money that both Donny Everett and Justin Hooper were looking for (both projected mid-1st round picks).

 

If we could sign one of those guys instead of picks 5-11, would you do it?

[BrewersAA]

If my understanding is correct, we have $7,743,800 to sign our first 11 picks (rounds 1-10). Assuming we sign the top 4 picks (feel free to substitute Orimoloye for Walters) for their cumulative slot value (about 5.8 million), that would leave us around 2 million left to sign the remainder 7 picks.

 

That is also presumed to be around the amount of money that both Donny Everett and Justin Hooper were looking for (both projected mid-1st round picks).

 

If we could sign one of those guys instead of picks 5-11, would you do it?

 

It doesnt work that way, you have to sign the picks to get the bonus pool, so you can just not sign them, if you dont you lose the $$$

[brewcrewdue80]

If my understanding is correct, we have $7,743,800 to sign our first 11 picks (rounds 1-10). Assuming we sign the top 4 picks (feel free to substitute Orimoloye for Walters) for their cumulative slot value (about 5.8 million), that would leave us around 2 million left to sign the remainder 7 picks.

 

That is also presumed to be around the amount of money that both Donny Everett and Justin Hooper were looking for (both projected mid-1st round picks).

 

If we could sign one of those guys instead of picks 5-11, would you do it?

 

Crew only have the total pool if they sign picks 5-11 to have to pull from. Hooper was a full on commit and thus why he's available. Everett must be too. Pretty much you must have been looking at 3.5-5mil as a guess to get them to consider differently. Hooper was my #3 player in that I seen. Any bit of development and he's probably a 1-1 consideration the next draft he enters.

[BrewersAA]

Im hoping for some left-handed-ness here in round 9. 2 college lefties both named Jared that fit the brewer model, I hope that take one!

[wichmae]

Sounds like this kid has some nice upside. I wonder if they can get him signed?

[wichmae]

What about Isiah Gilliam?

[SRB]

I disagree that these guys are underslot. The Brewers have yet to take anyone that appears to pose a problem signing, but at the same time, outside of the fact that Allemand is a senior and Nash Walters is somewhat of a surprise (similar to David Burkhalter last year), these players are being taken roughly where expected.

 

Seems like Orimoloye could be a somewhat difficult sign in the fourth round, don't you think?

[brwrsfan]

Last pick of the day:

 

Jake Drossner, LHP, University of Maryland

 

6'3, 210 lb

 

Decent arm, lacks control. MLB guys suggested a bullpen arm potentially. Like the arm but that's about it it seemed.

[colbyjack]

Here's a first-hand report on Drossner from one of our PG scouts, Jheremy Brown (includes video):

 

http://www.perfectgame.org/Articles/View.aspx?article=11110

 

Reports on Griep and Lindell (Lindell is probably the first player they have taken that could be more difficult to sign, so any savings made with other picks, if there will be any, will likely go towards him):

 

190. Karsen Lindell, rhp, West Linn HS

R-R, 6-2/200, West Linn, Ore.

College Commitment: Washington

 

Lindell is a broad shouldered and athletic righty who came out of the gates quickly this spring initially making himself the top prospect in the Northwest before Washington's Parker McFadden came on strong. Lindell throws in the low-90s with his fastball from a fluid delivery and high release point that creates lots of downhill angle. He has a full four-pitch mix with his curveball and changeup being his go-to pitches, although his mid-80s slider is also a promising weapon to develop more in the future. Lindell is the type of prospect who has the youthful look and the arm looseness to confidently project to keep improving over the next few years.

 

 

387. Nate Griep, rhp, Kansas State (RS-SO)

R-R, 6-2/190, Omaha, Neb.

Previously Drafted: Never Drafted

 

Missing his true freshman season while recovering from an injury, Griep debuted last spring for the Wildcats and took his game to the next level in 2015. Working mostly in the upper-80s last spring with the ability to touch a tick higher, Griep opened this year touching 95 mph while living in the 91-94 mph range with the same late and heavy running life. Nearly cutting his ERA in half from a season ago, Griep works with a compact arm action on the mound and does a nice job working down in the zone. He predominately mixes in a sharp 12-to-6 curveball that shows solid depth in the 79-81 mph range when he stays on top.

 

Video of Griep:

[BrewersAA]

Its my guess that they will try to make drossner a starter a la Hobbs Johnson. Watching his film he looks fidgity and sometimes he was moving his feet lot lot in his pitching motion. Looks like a guy who could be "fixed" and might make something out of him, hes got good stuff. I actually like the pick quite a bit.

[BrewersAA]

BTW I am REALLY excited about Kirby, his stuff is NASTY!! Check out this video of his No no