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WeagleWeagle · 10-06-2022, 08:35 PM

The Rule 5 Draft is probably one of the best opportunities for us to add some real talent to the org in the early years of this new franchise. So I had to resist the urge of drafting 6+ players all whom Meija think have upside. Instead, I limited myself to 3 selections to add some young talent to the active roster but not any prospects that are truly 2-3 years from being ready to contribute in the majors.

IF Tyler Black (Milwaukee Brewers - Rd 1, 2nd OVR Pick)

Black does a lot of things well at the plate. At 6’2” 200 lbs he’s got enough muscle to hit for some power but also sports an excellent eye. Over the last 2 seasons in the minors he’s been excellent slashing .267/.393/.451 with 23 HRs and 83 RBIs in AA back in 2023 before continuing to stay hot in AAA with 21 more HRs and 80 RBIs. He’s yet to see any time in the majors but it’s clear he’s ready for a shot. Where he fits defensively is the big question. Meija thinks he can develop into an elite first basemen so that’s where we will start him.

LHP SP Jesus Gonzalez (San Diego Padres - Rd 2, 34th OVR Pick)

Like Black, Gonzalez has spent all of his time down in the minors. In fact, he hasn’t played above double A ball yet in his career but that’s not his fault. With the numbers he’s put up since 2022, he’s clearly ready to take the next step. A southpaw sinkerballer with 3 effective off speed pitches, Gonzalez’s style should fit in well with our club which leans heavily on defense this season. Don’t expect him to become an All-Star caliber arm or anything but should be effective for us as we get this organization off the ground.

3B Willy Vasquez (Tampa Bay Rays - Rd 3, 66th OVR Pick)

The final pick might have been my favorite. Again no MLB experience but he oozes potential. Vazquez is an excellent defender at the hot corner and has a balanced profile at the plate. He posted a 142 OPS+ in AA back in 2023 and then slugged 22 home runs the following year. I like Vazquez’s upside a lot moving forward.

10-06-2022, 08:35 PM	#16
WeagleWeagle Major Leagues Join Date: May 2015 Posts: 448	Rule 5 Draft The Rule 5 Draft is probably one of the best opportunities for us to add some real talent to the org in the early years of this new franchise. So I had to resist the urge of drafting 6+ players all whom Meija think have upside. Instead, I limited myself to 3 selections to add some young talent to the active roster but not any prospects that are truly 2-3 years from being ready to contribute in the majors. IF Tyler Black (Milwaukee Brewers - Rd 1, 2nd OVR Pick) Black does a lot of things well at the plate. At 6’2” 200 lbs he’s got enough muscle to hit for some power but also sports an excellent eye. Over the last 2 seasons in the minors he’s been excellent slashing .267/.393/.451 with 23 HRs and 83 RBIs in AA back in 2023 before continuing to stay hot in AAA with 21 more HRs and 80 RBIs. He’s yet to see any time in the majors but it’s clear he’s ready for a shot. Where he fits defensively is the big question. Meija thinks he can develop into an elite first basemen so that’s where we will start him. LHP SP Jesus Gonzalez (San Diego Padres - Rd 2, 34th OVR Pick) Like Black, Gonzalez has spent all of his time down in the minors. In fact, he hasn’t played above double A ball yet in his career but that’s not his fault. With the numbers he’s put up since 2022, he’s clearly ready to take the next step. A southpaw sinkerballer with 3 effective off speed pitches, Gonzalez’s style should fit in well with our club which leans heavily on defense this season. Don’t expect him to become an All-Star caliber arm or anything but should be effective for us as we get this organization off the ground. 3B Willy Vasquez (Tampa Bay Rays - Rd 3, 66th OVR Pick) The final pick might have been my favorite. Again no MLB experience but he oozes potential. Vazquez is an excellent defender at the hot corner and has a balanced profile at the plate. He posted a 142 OPS+ in AA back in 2023 and then slugged 22 home runs the following year. I like Vazquez’s upside a lot moving forward.