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ayaghmour2 · 10-29-2022, 12:22 PM

8th Round, 115th Overall: 2B Bill Cook
School: Fort Lee
Commit School: Georgia Baptist
1944: .427/.517/.625, 119 PA, 10 2B, 3 HR, 27 RBI, 3 SB
Career: .425/.521/.610, 361 PA, 35 2B, 2 3B, 5 HR, 75 RBI, 12 SB

We had three picks again in the 8th including back-to-back picks at 3 and 4. I started with second basemen Bill Cook, who was born in the Big Apple and attended Fort Lee, a bit north of Manhattan in New Jersey. The bat wasn't great, but Cook put up matching 1.8 WARs in each of his three seasons, as well as scoring 32 times each go of it. It was, however, good enough to catch the eye of Georgia Baptist, the alma mater of 4th Rounder George Sutterfield, but we won't let him fulfil that commitment. I was intrigued by the pop he displayed as a senior, hitting three homers after just a single one in each of his first two years. He was known more for his eye, finishing his prep career with a bit more then twice as walks (57) as strikeouts (23). We're betting on Cook's that eye, his athleticism, and hit tool to make up for his lack of speed. He's not one of the more exciting prospects we picked up, but Cook does check in on the Mock as a 4th Rounder, and Tom thinks he could force his way into a lineup. The bat will have to carry him and I hope he can put on some pounds to send a few balls out of the park.

8th Round, 116th Overall: CF Johnny Carlisle
School: Cowpens State
1944: .296/.348/.377, 284 PA, 9 2B, 6 3B, 43 RBI, 38 SB
Career: .308/.356/.433, 811 PA, 34 2B, 19 3B, 7 HR, 135 RBI, 113 SB

A speedy three year starter at Cowpens State, 1944 was a bit of a down year for Johnny Carlisle, as he failed to hit a single homer and didn't reach double digit doubles for the first time in his college career. He did set a personal best with 15 walks, but after a 4-to-1 walk-to-strikeout rate as a freshman, he struck out one more time then he walked in each of the subsequent seasons. Still, the Memphis native has an exciting bat, as he consistently barrels up the ball and with his speed he's always a threat to take the extra base. That also translates to great base stealing and excellent range out in center, as Carlisle's blazing speed is one of his best assets. His pitch recognition skills are strong too, but he's a groundball hitter who will probably end up with more inside the park homers then one's that leave the yard. What's very interesting about Carlisle is that he played a little shortstop, which means he either has really good range or a really strong arm. The 22-year-old has the perfect profile for a super utility guy despite not having any experience at third, second, or first, because he can handle short and center. With his speed and versatility, it will make it hard to keep him out of the lineup, and I think he could turn into a Cy Howard or Arnie Scurlock type player. These guys can play all over the field, and when in our organization, they tended to be "bench" guys who would rotate between many positions. 6th Rounder Dick Pace is likely to get the everyday at bats out in center up in San Jose, so there's not an obvious opening, but we have a lot of spots open for infielders. Al Clement at short is the only locked down position, and we actually have another outfielder, the recently promoted Alex Snyder, playing first every day. Carlisle's versatility will always work into his favor, as he'll have to hit really bad to be kept out of the lineup. Even if he doesn't play every day, he can function as a super utility guy, getting starts regularly just at a different position each time.

8th Round, 124th Overall: RHP Al Robison
School: North Smithfield
Commit School: Maryland State
1944: 7-1, 84.2 IP, 1.38 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, 32 BB, 123 K
Career: 14-2, 169.2 IP, 1.49 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, 62 BB, 234 K

An imposing 6'4'' figure who won't be 18 for a few more months, Al Robinson is the prototypical projectable pitcher. You bet on his size and strength, and the fact that he can already hit 90 on the radar gun. A two year starter at North Smithfield, Robison took a step forward in year two, matching his 7-1 record with an improve ERA, WHIP, and K/9. He did walk a few more batters, but Robison's stuff was very overpowering, and it's really hard to elevate any of his pitches. He's not very susceptible to the longball and he features a slider that wracks up whiffs. That's easily his headliner, as his fastball, change, and curve are all average at best. Most tall young pitchers add speed as they fill out, so don't be surprised if Robison doesn't top out at 90 forever. He's a hard worker who needs a bit more time, but he enjoys pitching and could work his way into the back-end of a rotation. With improved command, he could also become more effective, as he'll likely never spot an above average walk rate. If we can improve the stuff or command, Robison could be the next George Oddo, another 6'4'' righty who was our 8th Rounder back in 1941. Oddo throws just 88-90 now, but he was sitting in the low 80s as a senior. I expect Robison to be a slow mover, but one that is well worth the wait.

10-29-2022, 12:22 PM	#927
ayaghmour2 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Mar 2018 Posts: 3,010	1944 Draft: Round 8 8th Round, 115th Overall: 2B Bill Cook School: Fort Lee Commit School: Georgia Baptist 1944: .427/.517/.625, 119 PA, 10 2B, 3 HR, 27 RBI, 3 SB Career: .425/.521/.610, 361 PA, 35 2B, 2 3B, 5 HR, 75 RBI, 12 SB We had three picks again in the 8th including back-to-back picks at 3 and 4. I started with second basemen Bill Cook, who was born in the Big Apple and attended Fort Lee, a bit north of Manhattan in New Jersey. The bat wasn't great, but Cook put up matching 1.8 WARs in each of his three seasons, as well as scoring 32 times each go of it. It was, however, good enough to catch the eye of Georgia Baptist, the alma mater of 4th Rounder George Sutterfield, but we won't let him fulfil that commitment. I was intrigued by the pop he displayed as a senior, hitting three homers after just a single one in each of his first two years. He was known more for his eye, finishing his prep career with a bit more then twice as walks (57) as strikeouts (23). We're betting on Cook's that eye, his athleticism, and hit tool to make up for his lack of speed. He's not one of the more exciting prospects we picked up, but Cook does check in on the Mock as a 4th Rounder, and Tom thinks he could force his way into a lineup. The bat will have to carry him and I hope he can put on some pounds to send a few balls out of the park. 8th Round, 116th Overall: CF Johnny Carlisle School: Cowpens State 1944: .296/.348/.377, 284 PA, 9 2B, 6 3B, 43 RBI, 38 SB Career: .308/.356/.433, 811 PA, 34 2B, 19 3B, 7 HR, 135 RBI, 113 SB A speedy three year starter at Cowpens State, 1944 was a bit of a down year for Johnny Carlisle, as he failed to hit a single homer and didn't reach double digit doubles for the first time in his college career. He did set a personal best with 15 walks, but after a 4-to-1 walk-to-strikeout rate as a freshman, he struck out one more time then he walked in each of the subsequent seasons. Still, the Memphis native has an exciting bat, as he consistently barrels up the ball and with his speed he's always a threat to take the extra base. That also translates to great base stealing and excellent range out in center, as Carlisle's blazing speed is one of his best assets. His pitch recognition skills are strong too, but he's a groundball hitter who will probably end up with more inside the park homers then one's that leave the yard. What's very interesting about Carlisle is that he played a little shortstop, which means he either has really good range or a really strong arm. The 22-year-old has the perfect profile for a super utility guy despite not having any experience at third, second, or first, because he can handle short and center. With his speed and versatility, it will make it hard to keep him out of the lineup, and I think he could turn into a Cy Howard or Arnie Scurlock type player. These guys can play all over the field, and when in our organization, they tended to be "bench" guys who would rotate between many positions. 6th Rounder Dick Pace is likely to get the everyday at bats out in center up in San Jose, so there's not an obvious opening, but we have a lot of spots open for infielders. Al Clement at short is the only locked down position, and we actually have another outfielder, the recently promoted Alex Snyder, playing first every day. Carlisle's versatility will always work into his favor, as he'll have to hit really bad to be kept out of the lineup. Even if he doesn't play every day, he can function as a super utility guy, getting starts regularly just at a different position each time. 8th Round, 124th Overall: RHP Al Robison School: North Smithfield Commit School: Maryland State 1944: 7-1, 84.2 IP, 1.38 ERA, 0.99 WHIP, 32 BB, 123 K Career: 14-2, 169.2 IP, 1.49 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, 62 BB, 234 K An imposing 6'4'' figure who won't be 18 for a few more months, Al Robinson is the prototypical projectable pitcher. You bet on his size and strength, and the fact that he can already hit 90 on the radar gun. A two year starter at North Smithfield, Robison took a step forward in year two, matching his 7-1 record with an improve ERA, WHIP, and K/9. He did walk a few more batters, but Robison's stuff was very overpowering, and it's really hard to elevate any of his pitches. He's not very susceptible to the longball and he features a slider that wracks up whiffs. That's easily his headliner, as his fastball, change, and curve are all average at best. Most tall young pitchers add speed as they fill out, so don't be surprised if Robison doesn't top out at 90 forever. He's a hard worker who needs a bit more time, but he enjoys pitching and could work his way into the back-end of a rotation. With improved command, he could also become more effective, as he'll likely never spot an above average walk rate. If we can improve the stuff or command, Robison could be the next George Oddo, another 6'4'' righty who was our 8th Rounder back in 1941. Oddo throws just 88-90 now, but he was sitting in the low 80s as a senior. I expect Robison to be a slow mover, but one that is well worth the wait.