Thread: BA mock draft

Originally Posted by Steve Lein

You don't rebuild for 2014 or 2015 by taking Buxton, that's my only issue with those who are referencing him when they say "get the best player available". I think you have to weigh "BPA" and "timetable-for/positional-need impact" if we're rebuilding for 2014, 2015. That heavily favors going after a SP. And just as a sidenote, I like Kyle Zimmer the best.

I think I mostly agree with you. I guess if the Twins are confident that Buxton will turn into our Matt Kemp or are worried about the potential health issues (that we haven't been privy too) of a guy like Zimmer or Guasman, I'd rather they go with a starter. I haven't seen much to make me think that Buxton is without a doubt the BPA.

The first 2 picks wil be Appel or Buxton, it just depends who the Astros take, they are the 2 upper echelon prospects in the draft.