2011 MLB Draft: Colorado Rockies Continue Pursuit Of Additional Talent

I think I’m really going to enjoy this series.

One thing I would like to see is some sort of list with a little writeup of the top players at each position. That list could include both players who might go very early in the draft as well as players the Rockies might be interested in or at least could realistically get (This could be difficult to project but at the very least readers will gain knowledge of some up and coming prospects from all around baseball and hopefully this will hit all the players the Rockies end up drafting in the first few rounds.) Maybe do a different position on the diamond each week just so we can get a look at some of these guys.

Would anybody else be interested in this?

I think this should be the year we draft Todd Helton’s Replacement.

Ricky Oropesa.

When I first joined we had pretty good articles about the draft and the last couple years they died away. I look forward to seeing them again.

There are some players I’m keeping my eye on for our selection.

first is Josh Tobias OF Southeast Guilford H.S. (S.C.) I’ve seen him listed at ever position minus pitcher and catcher. Frankie Piliere of mlb fanhouse had this to say about Josh.

If electric tools are what you desire, look no further than Tobias. A switch-hitter, Tobias is far superior from the right side and showed off plus big-league power and outstanding bat speed. The swing is very compact, and he gets to the pitch inside as quickly as any player at the event. Consider also that he was probably also the fastest player at the event. Guys who can fly and hit the ball out of the park are a rarity, so this kid will be exciting to watch.

Second is Bubba Starling OF/RHP Gardner-Edgarton H.S. (Kan.) . 6th best high school QB prospect with a commitment to Nebraska. We love QB’s for some reason, so makes sense. I’ve heard that he has a solid low-mid 90’s fastball, but his true calling will probably be the outfield, where he boasts plus power, great speed, and athleticism.

“obnoxiously talented baseball player” according to Keith Law

Overall, I’m really excited about the next draft.

eligible to be drafted yet?

 I’d like to see a periodical orginizational needs chart vs whom is availabe. To draft the best athelete is cool if you are teaching them right. Sometimes when you need a firstbasemen; you need to draft one. If you updated that once a month I’d be happy.

Thanks, Russ!