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Cleveland Indians

Draft Philosophy: Find something we like at 29 when other options are gone, follow that with a projectable high school arm, then stick to the college route.

First Pick: Lonnie Chisenhall, INF, Pitt CC (NC); 29th overall
How High He Could Have Gone: Seen by most as more of a supplemental first-rounder, he was nonetheless arguably the top non-first base hitting prospect left on the board.
Path To The Big Leagues: Depends on the position. Some think he could play second base, but at third, it’s easier to define his future with the Tribe. He’ll likely start his career at shortstop, and then get a new position next year.

Rest of the First Day:
2. Trey Haley, RHP, Central Heights HS (TX): Scouts love the body and projection, but command of his fastball is an issue, as is inconsistent stuff.
3. Cord Phelps, 2B, Stanford: Classic Stanford type who plays the game right, but he added power this year by getting away from the "Stanford Swing."
4. David Roberts, RHP, Long Beach State: He went surprisingly high, but he's a big physical pitcher with nice sinker/slider combination.
5. Zack Putnam, RHP, Michigan: Wants second-round money, and some think he’s worth it; others worry about his previous shoulder and elbow problems.
6. Jermaine Tice, 3B, College of Charleston: Put up big numbers at smaller school; scouts believe in the average more than the power; offers defensive versatility.

Best Second-Day Selections:
7. Tim Fedroff, OF, North Carolina: A smallish frame dropped him surprisingly low considering his power and speed.
9. Clayton Cook, RHP, Amarillo HS (TX): A 6'4" righty with a loose arm and a lot of upside, he wants more than ninth-round money.
13. Adam Abraham, 3B, Michigan: Also prospect for the NHL, he has power and a big arm; the Tribe wants to see if he can catch.
14. Carlos Moncrief, RHP, Chipola JC (FL): A big power arm, he's raw but has great stuff; a violent delivery and long medical history are concerns.