Rivals.com Draft Update
by slcgiant on Aug 1, 2008 8:27 PM PDT
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I've never been worried about Buster signing but I have had my doubts about some of the other key Giants draftees. I'm still shocked at the low number of picks that haven't signed.
Regardless, I did stumble across this little ditty on Rivals.com College Baseball coverage. Let's hope their predictions come true.
OF ROGER KIESCHNICK
Our prediction: Signs pro contract
The skinny: The Dan Spencer era at Texas Tech is officially in business, and the Red Raiders would love to get back hard-hitting outfielder Roger Kieschnick this fall. Kieschnick was selected in the third round of the MLB Draft, but is strongly contemplating a return to the Hub City. In a few words, his return would be huge for the Red Raiders. In 2008, Kieschnick batted .305 with 17 homers and 65 RBIs. He also slugged .632 and had a .407 on-base percentage. While the Raiders should show improvement in 2009, Kieschnick would certainly help their chances.
SS BRANDON CRAWFORD
Our prediction: Signs pro contract
The skinny: This has been an interesting story to follow. Once considered to be a lock to sign, Crawford is contemplating a return to UCLA for his senior season. While Crawford didn't have a flashy junior campaign, he certainly compiled respectable numbers. The shortstop hit .302 with seven homers and 51 RBIs. He also slugged .491 and had a .394 on-base percentage. In the field, he had a .957 percentage. Though many observers believe Crawford has the ability to be a first rounder next summer, turning down fourth-round money is always a risky proposition.
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I have word..
that 22nd rounder Jason Jarvis has signed and is reporting to Salem-Keizer. Don’t know if this has been mentioned – if so, sorry.
by JackoASU on Aug 2, 2008 4:33 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
You called the Espinelli transaction, so I hope you’re 2-for-2.
by kaliber on Aug 2, 2008 5:26 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Is it true
Is it true that Butte, California has been added to the Northwest league and given the team nickname Head—meaning we can look forward to a future matchup of Jarvis and Butte Head?
by sharksrog on Aug 2, 2008 10:33 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Thanks for the tip!
"While conservatives tell you 'leave things alone and no one will lose,' and liberals tell you 'interfere a lot and no one will lose,' baseball says 'someone will lose.' Not only says it - but insists upon it! ... Democracy is lovely, but baseball's more mature." BVCE supports SF Dugout and Manny Burriss.
by BaronVonCurrentEvents on Aug 2, 2008 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Has he already been adopted?
If not I would like to put in a request since we have the same last name and our initials are the same. This is of course enough to make him my new favorite farmhand.
Giants! Giants! HELP US GOD!
by j14 on Aug 2, 2008 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
Confirmation from his former team
http://www.saltdogs.com/news/releases/index.html?article_id=413
Olma Rosario; liking the cut of your jib since 2008
Free Angel Joseph from US immigration!
by Mr Scruff on Aug 2, 2008 3:42 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
great news
that is going to turn out to be a good pick.
Plus, the guy really has an appreciation for music
by FluLikeSymptoms on Aug 2, 2008 4:26 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I want Juan Carlos Perez
NOW!
My boy ain't fat, he's just big boned. Big bat, too.
by Roger on Aug 2, 2008 6:40 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
I concur. Perez and Jarvis have been kinda my canaries in the coal mine on this draft- If we can’t sign two unussual pick ups with absolutely no leverage, how can we ink our 2-4 picks?
by ProspectHound of the Baskervilles on Aug 2, 2008 8:31 AM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
I am guessing that the issues surrounding Perez’s visa have not been solved yet.
by FluLikeSymptoms on Aug 2, 2008 4:29 PM PDT up reply actions 0 recs
It’s fairly clear to me that they aren’t going to sign for slot money. They have both fallen so far from thier earlier hype that if we don’t offer them at least supp round money. they have nothing to lose. And that should do it- as seniors, it is doubtful they can claw all the way back up to the first round, but as men amoung boys, they could mash enough to make it into the supp/2nd round. The difference between supp and 3rd/4th round money is big enough that I could see taking the risk, but for the team we are talking sofa cushion money in the difference, so why not just give them an offer in that range and be done with it ?
by ProspectHound of the Baskervilles on Aug 2, 2008 8:37 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
From Andrew Baggarly:
• The Giants’ top four draft picks remain unsigned 12 days before the Aug. 15 deadline, at which time the club would lose their rights. Scouting director John Barr described talks as in the “finishing” stages.
The Giants signed one intriguing late-round picks, agreeing to terms with former Arizona State closer Jason Jarvis. The 23rd-rounder had been competing in an independent league.
by wilriv21 on Aug 4, 2008 11:51 AM PDT reply actions 0 recs
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