2008 Cubs Picks Thread

[jersey cubs fan]

sounds like another safe bet to make the majors but probably never star there type of pick.

[CUBZ99]

Ok, Cubs pick time.

 

We get:

 

Ryan Flaherty, SS Vanderbilt

 

6'3 210? he won't stick at short

 

on MLB.com analysis they say he doesn't have the range to stick at SS. Kind of disappointing as they also point out that he doesn't have much power either.

[UMFan83]

Meh. At least he plays 9 innings.

[jersey cubs fan]

A strong and athletic infielder with a classic left-handed swing, he's drawn a comparison to Wally Joyner in terms of his offensive skill set. He should hit for average, but hasn't shown much power at this point. Defensively, he's got a good arm, but does not have the range to stay at short. A move to third might make the most sense given his size.

 

So we drafted a 3b who doesn't hit for much power. Awesome.

 

sounds like a 2B possibility.

[USSoccer]

YAWN. A SS who won't stick there and won't hit enough to be a corner guy.

[UMFan83]

Ok, Cubs pick time.

 

We get:

 

Ryan Flaherty, SS Vanderbilt

 

6'3 210? he won't stick at short

 

on MLB.com analysis they say he doesn't have the range to stick at SS. Kind of disappointing as they also point out that he doesn't have much power either.

 

Meh, as they say, power always comes last.

[CUBZ99]

Ok, Cubs pick time.

 

We get:

 

Ryan Flaherty, SS Vanderbilt

 

6'3 210? he won't stick at short

 

on MLB.com analysis they say he doesn't have the range to stick at SS. Kind of disappointing as they also point out that he doesn't have much power either.

 

Meh, as they say, power always comes last.

 

I thought the saying was that "you can't teach power."

[jersey cubs fan]

The Cubs drafted a reliever and a utility player.

[CubsGM]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAAYTahLucQ

[CoolHandLuke]

I hate low ceiling high draft picks.

[Chocolate Milk]

Draft threads are always my favorite.

[USSoccer]

The Cubs drafted a reliever and a utility player.

 

Well, our system is so loaded with talent we can afford to pick safe guys.

[GoCubsGo1679625768]

So I guess this kid is a "ballplayer". Well that is great news...I can't wait to read about the stuff he does that doesn't show up in the box score.

[UMFan83]

The Cubs drafted a reliever and a utility player.

 

Well the Cubs have determined they can bring up awesome relievers and gritty utility players, so they are drafting what they know they can develop. Look for a catcher in the third round.

[USSoccer]

So I guess this kid is a "ballplayer". Well that is great news...I can't wait to read about the stuff he does that doesn't show up in the box score.

 

I would like us to draft a welder who can hit, as opposed to Tall Theriot.

[GoCubsGo1679625768]

I trust Wilken, I mean, look what he did in Toronto..nuff said.

[Tyrant]

Draft threads are always my favorite.

 

I know. It's amazing how many people here have consistently watched these players and been able to form knowledgeable opinions, based on extensive scouting.

[SweetZombieJesus]

I don't know what's a bigger overreaction. Flaherty or Josh Donaldson last year.

[USSoccer]

Draft threads are always my favorite.

 

I know. It's amazing how many people here have consistently watched these players and been able to form knowledgeable opinions, based on extensive scouting.

 

It's not really the point. All things being equal, you'd like to draft some guys with more upside than Flaherty with #41.

[UK1679666180]

Flaherty solidified his position as a solid second-rounder by hitting .316-13-57 as Vanderbilt entered the SEC tournament. His home-run and RBI totals, not to mention 37 walks, led the team. Moreover, Flaherty committed just six errors at shortstop this season, adding further evidence to his case that he can handle shortstop on an everyday basis. Flaherty may not have fast-twitch muscles or the range of a prototype shortstop, but he positions himself well and has excellent instincts, makes all the routine plays and has the arm strength to make nearly every play.

[Tyrant]

Flaherty solidified his position as a solid second-rounder by hitting .316-13-57 as Vanderbilt entered the SEC tournament. His home-run and RBI totals, not to mention 37 walks, led the team. Moreover, Flaherty committed just six errors at shortstop this season, adding further evidence to his case that he can handle shortstop on an everyday basis. Flaherty may not have fast-twitch muscles or the range of a prototype shortstop, but he positions himself well and has excellent instincts, makes all the routine plays and has the arm strength to make nearly every play.

 

Team leader in homers and walks. I'll take that.

[RammyFanny]

BA has Flaherty as the 33rd best hitter in the draft.

[CoolHandLuke]

If he led the team in homers then what's with the lack of power?

[SweetZombieJesus]

Flaherty solidified his position as a solid second-rounder by hitting .316-13-57 as Vanderbilt entered the SEC tournament. His home-run and RBI totals, not to mention 37 walks, led the team. Moreover, Flaherty committed just six errors at shortstop this season, adding further evidence to his case that he can handle shortstop on an everyday basis. Flaherty may not have fast-twitch muscles or the range of a prototype shortstop, but he positions himself well and has excellent instincts, makes all the routine plays and has the arm strength to make nearly every play.

 

Team leader in homers and walks. I'll take that.

 

and walks and said team had #2 pick. Yeah but he's terrible. Theriotesque

[Transmogrified Tiger]

I put Alvarez in there as a comparison since he played the same competition.

 

Player                 AVG  GP-GS    AB   R   H  2B  3B  HR RBI   TB  SLG%  BB HBP  SO GDP   OB%  SF  SH  SB-ATT   PO   A   E  FLD%
22 Ryan Flaherty....  .324  63-63   256  52  83  10   2  14  63  139  .543  39   1  46   8  .411   3   4  10-12    99 156  14  .948
24 Pedro Alvarez....  .317  40-40   167  45  53  15   2   9  30   99  .593  28   3  28   3  .424   0   0   3-4     30  63  10  .903

 

This guy reminds me of DeRosa more than Theriot.