2019 Chevy Chase Coopers Mock Draft

Amed Rosario (NYM - SS)

Draft:  While this team lacks true star power it does have some star potential but is absent depth as it waits.  Finding a bonafide stud would go along way towards the cause and Cuban import Victor Mesa (Mia - OF) likely has the most upside.  Long considered the best talent in Cuba, his speed is game changing though the jury is still out on his bat.  Note that his Dad was a 5-tool talent ad owns many records in his country.  With Victor's international experience and pedigree, he could move very quickly to the majors. Other to consider here is 2018 breakout Jesus Sanchez (TB - OF) or a closers like Jose Alvarado (TB - RP), Hunter Strickland (Sea - RP) or potentially Matt Barnes (Bos - RP).  Still, the potential reward on Mesa should be too great to pass up.  

Prediction:

RD 1: Victor Mesa (Mia - OF) - See above

RD 2: Yuniel Diaz (Bal - OF) - Unproven but guaranteed ABs offset risk

RD 3: Mike Zunino (TB - C) - Will need a catcher until Hernandez is ready, has power

RD 4: Kenley Jansen (LAD - RP) - Rule-5 Draftee

RD 5: Wander Franco (TB - SS) - Keeper

RD 6: Ramon Hernandez (TB - C) - Keeper

Prospect Draft:

RD 1: Misael Urbina (Min - OF) - Maybe the top international offensive available

RD 2: Starlyn Castillo (Phi - SP) - Youngster throwing 97 mph could be worth the wait

RD 3: Tanner Myatt (NYY - SP) - Hard throwing projectable frame and arm