[koolkerns101]

I think someone mentioned that the stats for the draft pool, unless you're using feeder leagues, are mostly cosmetic. Assuming that is the case, I wouldn't put much stock into it. Work ethic and intelligence are a priority for me, though.

When I'm trying to make a decision between two players that are similarly rated, I try to find the player that will best fit my team's philosophy. For batters, I tend to focus on defense and speed as my "tie breakers." Both of these serve a purpose - even if it's as defensive replacements/backups or pinch runners. Further growth in their other tools (hit, power, etc.) only makes them even more valuable.

For pitchers, I try to emphasize ground ballers. However, there aren't a ton of those available via the draft. I also focus on stuff over control. I've historically had better luck developing control than developing stuff, so that is probably why. I don't really have a single "tie breaker" for pitchers, but I will sometimes draft them based on their individual pitches being an indicator of their future stuff. I'm not sure if that's beneficial or not.