Comments on: Debating Joey Bats vs. Cabrera For #1 Overall

By: Eric

Eric — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 14:29:44 +0000

@Rick. I agree with your point about Lind v Fielder. Obviously Prince actually provides protection whereas Lind does not, that .291 OBP doesn't scare many pitchers I'm sure.
@Gil. Consistency is definitely something to be desired, I just look at what Bautista has the capabilities of doing and that excites me enough to draft him over Cabrera. Given that decision would still be very difficult

By: Fantasy BBall Dugout

Fantasy BBall Dugout — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 18:26:17 +0000

Certainly, I don't see Bautista going as the top pick in MANY drafts, but we get (and like) Eric's logic of looking for a first-rounder with some upside instead of simple dependability.

By: Rick

Rick — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:36:11 +0000

There is something to be said about the protection that Cabrera will be receiving this year. Fielder versus Lind is something that was casually overlooked, and something that should not be forgotten. With that being said, interesting point are raised. Even so, my Big Board looks like Cabrera, Kemp and the Joey Bats.

By: Gil Thorpe

Gil Thorpe — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 14:12:16 +0000

I've got Cabrera at número UNO but pupils at two. I'll take the guy who has done it longer any day.