tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post4349257365424197445..comments2023-10-20T06:12:38.934-07:00Comments on Redlegs Baseball: Draft: Day 1 Haul for the RedsLark11http://www.blogger.com/profile/06571198327064220683noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post-57889403179105686082013-06-07T11:08:03.373-07:002013-06-07T11:08:03.373-07:00VF,
I think Law does a nice job. I don't alwa...VF,<br /><br />I think Law does a nice job. I don't always agree, but his take is always interesting/thought provoking. As for Lorenzen, I think it's very likely that the Reds want him as a pitcher and agreed to let him continue to hit to placate him. So, I'd say his preference is somewhat strong, as telling the organization that just drafted you how you want to be used takes a bit of determination. <br /><br />On the mound, Lorenzen actually looks pretty good. If you watch the video above, his mechanics are smooth (though could be a bit more efficient), arm action is clean, he generates good velocity, and he snaps off a couple of nice breaking balls. So, he's intriguing. <br /><br />He just seems like he brings more risk to the table than you'd expect from such a high selection. Not only is there risk in his performance level as a pitcher, but there's also risk in whether he can be a starting pitcher. It wouldn't be ideal to burn such a high pick on a reliever. <br /><br />Still, it's an interesting pick that I may actually prefer to the 1st round pick. It's another indication of the front office thinking outside the box. <br /><br />Thanks for the comment.<br /><br />Best,<br />LarkLark11https://www.blogger.com/profile/06571198327064220683noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6347536209014288641.post-80372084839301687672013-06-07T06:06:00.258-07:002013-06-07T06:06:00.258-07:00Apparently, Keith Law says that Lorenzen is a good...Apparently, Keith Law says that Lorenzen is a good pitching prospect but he has repeatedly said he'd prefer to stay in the outfield. Regardless of what you think of Law's analysis as a player, I am curious as to whether Lorenzen really has a strong preferencevottofanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16421415907828123940noreply@blogger.com