(Updated 8/2/2022) 2022 MLB Draft and Roster Management Discussion Thread

#926
#926
I didn’t realize Dickey is draft eligible already. Wow. That’s exciting for him but sucks for us. Pretty damn high praise to be the #11 college prospect after his limited playing time last year due to injury. That’s pretty much saying he has 1st round potential.
 
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#927
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smallvols said:
Newly nestled in at No. 2 after a dominant sophomore season for the Volunteers, Chase Dollander is the top college pitching prospect. With easy fastball velocity up to 98 mph (Post-season Heat Sheet), two distinct breaking balls (a sharp, 83-86 mph slider and a 73-75 mph curveball) and an above average changeup, the right-hander also performs at the highest of levels, posting a 10-0 record with a 2.39 ERA and 108 strikeouts against only 13 walks in 79 innings last season for Tennessee.

11. Jared Dickey, OF, Tennessee
– A converted catcher at 6-foot-2, 200 pounds, Dickey has both the hit tool and the ability to put his raw power into game production. He has a professional approach at the plate, works the middle of the field and consistently finds barrels for triple digit exit velocities.

21. Maui Ahuna, SS, Tennessee
– After starring for Kansas over the last two seasons, Ahuna will transfer to Tennessee for his junior year, and he has the tools and track record to make a run at the first round if he can keep performing in the SEC. A live-bodied athlete who projects to stick at shortstop, Ahuna also has emerging pop in his righthanded bat, and his hit tool took a big step this spring, when he batted .396 for the Jayhawks.
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Thanks. Had no idea Dickey was so highly regarded.
 
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TheMookieMonster said:
I didn’t realize Dickey is draft eligible already. Wow. That’s exciting for him but sucks for us. Pretty damn high praise to be the #11 college prospect after his limited playing time last year due to injury. That’s pretty much saying he has 1st round potential.
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Yeah, that red shirt season may not work out for us.
 
#932
#932
TheMookieMonster said:
I didn’t realize Dickey is draft eligible already. Wow. That’s exciting for him but sucks for us. Pretty damn high praise to be the #11 college prospect after his limited playing time last year due to injury. That’s pretty much saying he has 1st round potential.
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I think he'll be our #4 hitter. CTV will build his offense around Jared, just like he did Drew Gilbert.
 
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#936
So counting incoming freshman, transfers and Juco's, what is the roster down to for next year? Anyone know. Seems we are WAY over the 35 limit.
 
#938
#938
With the August 1 deadline for MLB approaching, unless I missed it, haven’t heard of the following signing as of yet: Crawford, Beck, Ortega, McLaughlin. Could there be a surprise return in there?
 
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Volprofch05 said:
With the August 1 deadline for MLB approaching, unless I missed it, haven’t heard of the following signing as of yet: Crawford, Beck, Ortega, McLaughlin. Could there be a surprise return in there?
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…made me giggle 🤭 …don’t go all Jedi on me!
 
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Volprofch05 said:
With the August 1 deadline for MLB approaching, unless I missed it, haven’t heard of the following signing as of yet: Crawford, Beck, Ortega, McLaughlin. Could there be a surprise return in there?
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Believe Ortega signed for slot value. Was quick, so you likely just forgot. Rockies have only announced one signing, so I wouldn’t be getting your hopes up on Beck or Crawford.
 
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Ryno14 said:
Believe Ortega signed for slot value. Was quick, so you likely just forgot. Rockies have only announced one signing, so I wouldn’t be getting your hopes up on Beck or Crawford.
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MLB.com shows Ortega as still unsigned. Beck, Crawford, McLaughlin, and Lawson show as still unsigned as well.
 
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#944
#944
NorCalVol67 said:
Druw Jones seems like a cool kid.
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He’s a really good kid. My littles go to the same school so I’ve watched him play a bit. A true 5 tool player. My only hang up, from a limited number of games watching him play, is that he never came thru in the clutch. Jeff Blauser’s son is also on the team and will play for Clemson this year, he was really clutch on the way to the championship. Interesting observation, Druw’s dad always watched games from the outfield away from everyone else. Lots of people thought he was just a snob but I think he was really trying to take the spotlight off himself and make it all about his son. Kid can throw, run, lay down a bunt, hit a homer, and cover center field….
 
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#945
#945
Sounds like Marcum isn’t coming to UT. Didn’t realize he had TJ surgery. Although I don’t understand why he can’t still come to Knoxville.

“Marcum will be out a year, following the Tommy John surgery on his arm. He has already committed to the University of Tennessee. The trip to Knoxville is not going to happen now, leaving Marcum with two options.

He will wait and see what the offer is from the Texas Rangers. He could sign with Texas and do his rehabilitation with the Rangers. Marcum could also rehab here in Kansas City and re-enter the Major League Baseball draft next summer.”

Marcum drafted by Texas Rangers in 13th round
 
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