Sox 2007 Draft - Page 6 - Talksox

jacksonianmarch · 06-08-2007, 10:00 PM

he throws in the low 90s right now. With potential he could, but adding 4-5 mph isnt something that typically happens to everyone.

BTW, it really sounds like this kid is more of a thrower on the mound. His bat is what will bring home the paychecks IMO. He'll be a good 3b in your system.

riverside sluggers · 06-08-2007, 10:04 PM

Mustve been thinking about different scouting report on someone else. But his fastball sits in the low 90s, topping out at 94/95. Agreed his swing is one to take awe in. But hey maybe someday in the majors and his team is in a blowout (or extra innings), at least they know who to turn to if no one is left to pitch

One Red Seat · 06-08-2007, 10:36 PM

I think Keowen is going to be interesting to follow.

jacksonianmarch · 06-08-2007, 11:09 PM

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I think Keowen is going to be interesting to follow.

I agree. His size is a great asset. If the sox org can make his swing more compact, you could be looking at an Adam Dunn kind of player.

Beckett95 · 06-09-2007, 05:10 PM

Anyone know what the Sox plan on doing with Middlebrooks? If they sign him, are they going to use him at 3B or do they want him as a pitcher?

jacksonianmarch · 06-10-2007, 06:39 PM

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Anyone know what the Sox plan on doing with Middlebrooks? If they sign him, are they going to use him at 3B or do they want him as a pitcher?

BA loves his offensive possibilities. I think the sox should explore those.

Cityofchampions33 · 06-10-2007, 07:00 PM

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BA loves his offensive possibilities. I think the sox should explore those.

Do you know which way they are leaning, or which he is better at? Is it possilbe to start him as a 3b, and if he doesn't succeed use him as a pitcher? kind of like Edgar Martinez?

jacksonianmarch · 06-10-2007, 07:11 PM

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Do you know which way they are leaning, or which he is better at? Is it possilbe to start him as a 3b, and if he doesn't succeed use him as a pitcher? kind of like Edgar Martinez?

The report is that he has a low to mid 90s heater, but that he is not polished at all as a pitcher. It sounds like he would be a major project pitching wise. More of a thrower right now. He is much more advanced as a hitter. And his projection as a hitter (all-star type talent) is much higher than his pitching projection, which is very hard to see right now because he really has nothing other than the heat as a pitcher. I would think the sox would stick with him as an offensive player.

riverside sluggers · 06-14-2007, 07:42 AM

soxprospects.com

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Sox sign six draftees

According to various media sources, the Red Sox have signed C Daniel Milano (rd. 20, #624), SS Aaron Reza (rd. 21, #654), LHP William Lattimer (rd. 22, #684) 3B Deshaun Brooks (rd. 26. #804) and C Peter Gilardo (rd. 45, #1340). Additionally, The Flower Mound Leader is reporting that 11th round pick (#354 overall) RHP Ryan Pressly is expected to sign on Thursday.

jacksonianmarch · 06-14-2007, 12:38 PM

that is Thomas Pressly. Bagging a big framed HS kid is pretty nice I'd say.

phillysoxfan115 · 06-14-2007, 03:26 PM

I'm very confused, can someone clear up the Pressley situation. I know they drafted a pitcher named Pressley in the 11th round and an outfielder named Presley in the 24th round. Any info to help me decipher between the two would be great. I know the outfielder was considered the best prospect in Colorado and his name is Matt, but this Ryan vs. Thomas business is very confusing. Thanks for any possible info.

riverside sluggers · 06-15-2007, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by phillysoxfan115

I'm very confused, can someone clear up the Pressley situation. I know they drafted a pitcher named Pressley in the 11th round and an outfielder named Presley in the 24th round. Any info to help me decipher between the two would be great. I know the outfielder was considered the best prospect in Colorado and his name is Matt, but this Ryan vs. Thomas business is very confusing. Thanks for any possible info.

Here's Ryan Pressly's profile on soxprospects.com

EDIT: source, soxprospects.com

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Sox sign Buller

The Fresno Bee is reporting that the Red Sox have signed draftee LHP Daniel Buller (rd. 31, #954). The website of the Lowell Spinners (SS) is listing RHP Adam Mills, RHP Chris Province, RHP Eammon Portice, OF David Marks and OF Kade Keowen as on their 2007 roster (as of June 14), indicating that they have signed.

riverside sluggers · 08-15-2007, 05:44 PM

http://www.boston.com/sports/basebal..._signings.html

The Sox have finally come to terms with shortstop Ryan Dent, but 3rd round pick Hunter Morris will not be signing with the Red Sox

Rdsxmbnt · 08-15-2007, 05:54 PM

It appears they will sign Middlebrooks which would be awesome, stay tuned.

scaffolds · 08-15-2007, 08:43 PM

The Red Sox have released that they have signed their 6th round pick first baseman Anthony Rizzo. Rizzo who just turned 18 yrs a week ago is 6-3 220 L/L is a power hitting first baseman. After having watched Lars Anderson play in different tournaments last year and having follow Rizzo for the last three years honestly can say that Rizzo is as good as a hitter coming out of H.S. as Anderson was and is a better fielder, with better mobility. Rizzo should be among the top 30 Red Sox prospects this off season. I believe that Rizzo's bonus was for$ 325 000.

There are a lot or rumors going on about which draft pick the Red Sox may sign before tonight midnight, but one who isn't a rumor is after talking with Yasmany Grandal a couple of days ago its very unlikely that he will sign.