It's really pretty fun to go back to the 2014 draft thread and look at the reactions (which were quite subdued) to the Hoskins draft pick. Here's one we copied over from phuturephillies:
taken from phuturephillies.com
- Rhys Hoskins, 1b/of, Cal State Sacramento (JR)
R-R, 6-4/225, Sacramento, Calif.
Previously Drafted: Never
Hoskins shows 55-60 raw power in batting practice, generating it with ease and using his lower half effectively. He does a good job of using the opposite field and letting the ball track deep. He moves well in the outfield, and it appears he can play right field at the professional level. The final stat line for Hoskins was an outstanding one in the Cape Cod League last summer â he hit .326 with seven home runs and a league leading 37 RBI. Heâs followed that up with a strong spring, hitting .328 with nine home runs, and a .441 on-base percentage that reflects his above average plate discipline. Hoskins is a fringe runner with average arm strength, so there is a belief in the scouting world that he may be able to stick at a corner outfield spot. But, his above average power may allow him to profile at first base.
Hard not to like that write up. Corner OF with power, plate discipline and a strong arm. Sounds like we need about 3 of those in the organization (have none since I hope Franco sticks at 3rd).
