2017 Draft Pick Discussion, Rounds 6-20

[And That]

Please use this thread to share your thoughts, links, stories, pictures and anything else on the Brewers' picks on draft day from rounds 6 through 20. Please do not start separate threads to discuss the individual picks.

 

Please use the in-draft thread to talk about the picks, similar to a game thread.

[JDBrewCrew]

MLB Draft Tracker‏Verified account @MLBDraftTracker 8s9 seconds ago

6 (174): @Brewers select Louisville SS Devin Hairston. http://m.mlb.com/video/topic/210960834/v1452382083 … #MLBDraft

 

Though he has been one of the best players on one of college baseball's best teams this spring, Hairston creates mixed opinions among scouts. Those who like him think he could go as high as the third round and envision him as a big league utilityman and perhaps even a regular if he hits enough. Those who don't worry about his lack of size and speed and can't find a profile he fits. A versatile defender who can play anywhere in the infield, Hairston committed just two errors in his first 58 games this spring. He doesn't have great range at shortstop and his arm hasn't bounced all the way back since surgery to transpose a nerve in his elbow during the fall, yet he still finds a way to make plays. He likely will fit better at second base in pro ball, though his instincts are exceptional and his proponents won't bet against him being able to handle shortstop. Hairston occasionally can turn on balls, but at 5-foot-7 and 170 pounds he knows he won't be a power hitter. He concentrates on making contact from the right side of the plate and has good bat-on-ball skills. He doesn't walk much and he's a below-average runner, so he'll contribute little offensively beyond his batting average.

 

jeff ellis‏ @jeffMLBdraft 40s40 seconds ago

Devin Hairston is Nick Allen sized, another utility type in this draft. Another of my top 101 down to 11 left

 

Aaron Fitt‏Verified account @aaronfitt 1m1 minute ago

And Devin Hairston goes one pick after Dalton Guthrie — similar kind of guys. Winners, defense-first guys. #Brewers

[brwrsfan]

This is the first one that's puzzling to me. He's not a senior, so it's not necessarily a money saving move. But there doesn't seem to be much projection to him. Awfully small too.

[MilwaukeeBeers]

Love it watched a couple times and he had a ton of solid contact. Was hoping for him obviously later, but hopefully he came cheap like others have said.

[MrTPlush]

He isn't a senior, but seems like an attempt to save some pool money. If not I really don't like it. His defense isn't that good and his offensive game is extremely limitted. Why draft a utility player Top 10 rounds?

[brwrsfan]

He isn't a senior, but seems like an attempt to save some pool money. If not I really don't like it. His defense isn't that good and his offensive game is extremely limitted. Why draft a utility player Top 10 rounds?

 

I'm going to assume you're correct and it's a money saving move. Must have an idea of what it'll take to get him. Otherwise, this one doesn't seem to make a ton of sense.

[82brewcrew82]

Maybe he has 60 grade scrap and grit.

[MrTPlush]

He isn't a senior, but seems like an attempt to save some pool money. If not I really don't like it. His defense isn't that good and his offensive game is extremely limitted. Why draft a utility player Top 10 rounds?

 

I'm going to assume you're correct and it's a money saving move. Must have an idea of what it'll take to get him. Otherwise, this one doesn't seem to make a ton of sense.

 

I guess it really isn't even a question because it will save money. He is a severely limitted ceiling guy so going back for his senior year will just make him a senior sign next year. Not like he is going to increase his stock at this point.

[And That]

Agreed that this is the first head-scratcher, at least for me. A second baseman who has fringe gap power, doesn't walk, and is a below average runner to boot. Maybe they think he can stick at shortstop.

 

Hope they got him cheap.

[MrTPlush]

I guess I am a little surprised that is the best pool saver we could find.

[Harry Doyles JD]

Anyone gone through and estimated what they think the Brewers may have available for surplus pool money so far?

[82brewcrew82]

I doubt they have much if any. I'd bet most of these signs are pretty close to slot.

[Nader Raider Tim]

Scooter Gennett replacement?

 

Could hit for a solid average? Check. Is not going to ever take a walk? Check. Has negative value defensively? Check. Is a tiny human? Check.

 

Looks like he fills all the needed requirements to be the next Scooter. Looks like we'll be seeing a 4 home run game out of this dude in the future.

[CheeseheadInQC]

Hairston was actually ranked higher than he was drafted on most of the lists. It's interesting, though, that some of the scouting reports seem more negative than you'd expect given the rankings.

[Harry Doyles JD]

Bowden Francis, interesting pick in the 7th. Like the three pitch repetoire, not crazy about the weird delivery, but what do I know.

[And That]

The Brewers now have a Bowden and a Bowdien (Bubba Derby).

[MrTPlush]

Bowden Francis, interesting pick in the 7th. Like the three pitch repetoire, not crazy about the weird delivery, but what do I know.

 

Probably a bullpen guy. At least that is what comes to mind when I look at him overall.

[Harry Doyles JD]

Interesting, the Dodgers just took Zach Pop. White Sox also took Evan Skoug.

[Harry Doyles JD]

Bowden Francis, interesting pick in the 7th. Like the three pitch repetoire, not crazy about the weird delivery, but what do I know.

 

Probably a bullpen guy. At least that is what comes to mind when I look at him overall.

Really? Even if he does have three real pitches?

[MrTPlush]

Bowden Francis, interesting pick in the 7th. Like the three pitch repetoire, not crazy about the weird delivery, but what do I know.

 

Probably a bullpen guy. At least that is what comes to mind when I look at him overall.

Really? Even if he does have three real pitches?

 

He just gives off that vibe to me. Probably because that is usually where one would see a sinkerballer pitcher. Also fits the profile of a workhorse at 6-5 235.

 

In all honestly you could say every pitcher we draft is probably a bullpen guy because most will be. That is how it works.

[3and2Fastball]

Hairston is an interesting pick. I've seen a bunch of Louisville games this year and the TV commentators (for what it is worth) generally describe him as the best defensive SS in college Baseball, yet his scouting report suggests something different. I've been very impressed with him defensively from what I've seen, just wonder if he'll be able to hit well enough

[colbyjack]

Hairston is a super-short middle infielder with a contact bat that may be a better fit at second base, Francis has good size and a good fastball but might by physically maxed out as a reliever at the next level while Rose may have the best changeup of any player eligible for this year's draft. It's a great signature pitch, similar to Chad Fox's slider in effectiveness (and overall use).

 

Here are the more detailed reports from PG on last 3 picks:

 

280. Devin Hairston, ss, Louisville (JR)

R-R, 5-7/162, Lexington, Ky.

Previously Drafted: Never Drafted

 

Hairston is a well-known name among scouts and evaluators, something that’s bound to happen when you’re the starting shortstop on one of the nation’s top collegiate teams, along with making a stint on the Collegiate National Team. He’s a quality athlete and defender, projecting to stay up the middle, thanks to his instincts and advanced overall actions. His approach at the plate is geared to a high contact rate while working the gaps, showing a short and quick stroke with a nice overall feel for the barrel. On the whole Hairston is a solid baseball player who has performed at a very high level each of the last two seasons and is a key piece that help makes the offense go.

 

 

307. Bowden Francis, rhp, Chipola (JC) (SO)

R-R, 6-5/230, Tallahassee, Fla.

Previously Drafted: Never Drafted

 

An extremely physical righthander who is committed to hometown Florida State; Chipola's Bowden Francis did a great job of helping to lead Chipola to a National Championship this year. As a matter of fact, with ace Evan Steele missing a good part of the season, Francis led the team in innings pitched. Francis primarily works with a fastball in the mid-90's, touching as high as 97 mph this season; attacking hitters with the pitch early and often while doing a pretty solid job overall of throwing consistent strikes. He also mixes in a breaking ball that will show as a solid average offering at times; though it will need continued refinement.

 

 

256. Jayson Rose, rhp, Utah (JR)

R-R, 5-11/175, Alpine, Calif.

Previously Drafted: Never Drafted

 

Rose isn't getting as much draft buzz as fellow Ute Riley Ottesen, but Rose is very good in his own right. The ace of the staff for two years now, Rose is a bit undersized and his slender frame causes some concerns in terms of potential durability over 200+ innings at the professional level; but Rose has been very durable at Utah, regardless. He threw 94 innings this season with a 3.35 ERA, striking out 82 hitters in those 94 frames and allowing a mere .241 batting average against. The calling card for Rose is undoubtedly his plus changeup, which he's comfortable throwing in any count vs. any hitter, and will double/triple up on the pitch as well. He has been up to 92-93 mph with his fastball but usually sits in the 87-91 mph range with solid control; and he does a good job of using a pair of fringe-average offerings in his slider and curveball to set up the fastball/changeup combo.

[MrTPlush]

Jayson Rose=Zach Davies...except a little heavier

[3and2Fastball]

Jayson Rose=Zach Davies...except a little heavier

 

Jayson Rose=Trevor Hoffman

 

Hey a man can dream!

[3and2Fastball]

If we were going to draft an ACC/SEC SS I would have much preferred LSU's Kramer Robertson who went in the 4th Round to the Cardinals