Here's a summary of the first round in the 2012 Amateur Draft from yesterday. The first five picks include a little something special just for you.
1. Houston Astros selected shortstop Carlos Correa from the Puerto Rico Baseball Academy. Correa is 6′3″ with 190 lbs and became the first Puerto Rican ever to be selected with the first pick.
The 17-year old shortstop has long arms and legs, and appears to be a good athlete, loose and coordinated even for his height. Although not fast. He has a strong body as it is, and will acquire more strength with maturity. From the videos I watched, he seems to have quick, soft hands while fielding, and reports say he has a strong arm with a quick release. Hitting, Correa possess good bat speed, full arm extension and follow through, although he has a long stride and load that should be shortened a tad in order to adjust to pro pitching. Reports say that he has potential to become an above-average power hitter.
2. Minnesota Twins selected outf...
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Prince Fielder,
Jonathan Papelbon,
Brian Johnson
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