Post by AztecBill on Aug 13, 2010 16:20:19 GMT -8
Padres Sign 8th round pick Dore For $450,000. MLB reccomends $150K for players drafted after 5th round.
From Paul DePodesta's BLOG
Rounds 6-10 It was time for some upside! Most of these guys could be difficult to sign, as their talent dictates a higher round selection, but we felt that it was the right time to take them.
6th RoundJohn Barbato is a 6'3" RHP from Varela HS in Florida. The coach's son, John's fastball has touched 95 mph and normally works around 92. He complements it with a tough downer curveball and a good changeup. He has the arm speed, delivery, and repertoire of a starter. Currently, he has a strong commitment to the University of Florida, but we'll see what happens.
7th Round AJ Vanegas is a 6'3" RHP from Redwood Christian HS in Northern California. An AFLAC All-American, AJ has top of the rotation stuff with a fastball up to 96 mph, two solid to plus breaking balls and a feel for the changeup. AJ hasn't been on many mock drafts due to his commitment to Stanford, but he's definitely a first round talent.
8th Round A 6'1" outfielder, Jose Dore led the state of Florida in homers as a junior. A hamstring injury this spring slowed him, but that didn't hide his multiple tools. A solid defender and runner, he's not just a power bat. He's currently committed to Florida State.
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Signability is always a factor. In this case we took some very talented guys who are asking for significant dollars to bypass their college experience.
End Paul DePodesta's BLOG
Very nice getting a bat that is much better than the 8th round would indicate. Padres pony up some extra cash to improve their farm system.
From Paul DePodesta's BLOG
Rounds 6-10 It was time for some upside! Most of these guys could be difficult to sign, as their talent dictates a higher round selection, but we felt that it was the right time to take them.
6th RoundJohn Barbato is a 6'3" RHP from Varela HS in Florida. The coach's son, John's fastball has touched 95 mph and normally works around 92. He complements it with a tough downer curveball and a good changeup. He has the arm speed, delivery, and repertoire of a starter. Currently, he has a strong commitment to the University of Florida, but we'll see what happens.
7th Round AJ Vanegas is a 6'3" RHP from Redwood Christian HS in Northern California. An AFLAC All-American, AJ has top of the rotation stuff with a fastball up to 96 mph, two solid to plus breaking balls and a feel for the changeup. AJ hasn't been on many mock drafts due to his commitment to Stanford, but he's definitely a first round talent.
8th Round A 6'1" outfielder, Jose Dore led the state of Florida in homers as a junior. A hamstring injury this spring slowed him, but that didn't hide his multiple tools. A solid defender and runner, he's not just a power bat. He's currently committed to Florida State.
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Signability is always a factor. In this case we took some very talented guys who are asking for significant dollars to bypass their college experience.
End Paul DePodesta's BLOG
Very nice getting a bat that is much better than the 8th round would indicate. Padres pony up some extra cash to improve their farm system.
Post game Padres show reported that Barbato signed. He was the one that signed with U. of Florida right?