Goatriders of the Apocalypse

Analyzing the Cubs #1 draft pick, Josh Vitters

Just wanted to pass along a link where Carlos Gomez of the Hardball Times breaks down the tape on the top ten draft picks.  So, if you'd like to see video of our new future third baseman taking a hack, check it out.

Observations:

  • From what this guy says, it's probably good that the Cubs didn't take the catcher Weiters.  I don't want any draft pick that leaks.
  • Vitters apparently has a "pretty" swing from the right side.  The other guy I remember having a reputation for a pretty right handed swing was Dave Kelton.  So, naturally, I'm excited!
  • He does, however, say he would have taken Vitters over Moustakas, so that's good.  Personally, I'm thrilled we didn't take Moustakas because his name makes me think of Mufasa which makes me thing of The Lion King which makes me think of that scene where Mufasa dies and that always makes me cry.
  • Hang on, I just need a minute here.
  • Stupid Scar
  • Okay, I'm better now.  Anyway, the pick seems solid, unlike the Luis Montanez pick which seemed suspect from the start. 

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