Smoak's college coach expects a deal to be done
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 14, 2008 2:47 PM CDT
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University of South Carolina baseball coach Ray Tanner said Thursday afternoon that first baseman Justin Smoak and third baseman James Darnell haven't signed major league contracts -- yet.
But Tanner expects both to sign by Friday's midnight deadline, adding Smoak's might "go down to the wire" while Darnell could sign as early as sometime Thursday.
"Neither one of them have done their deal yet," Tanner said. "I think it's pretty close obviously because tomorrow's the deadline. I expect everything to get done, but nothing's done yet."
That is good news.
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From the editor of the Rivals Baseball board....
I’ve been told by numerous great sources that Smoak fully intends to sign.
Kendall Rogers
Rivals.com College Baseball Editor
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by laxtonto on Aug 14, 2008 2:53 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Always good
to have multiple confirmations.
Next question, how much?
"...my balls are really like a veiny flesh color" blueballlefty on Jun 4, 2008 7:44 PM EDT
"you gonna lose your horse. seriously." FX2
"If you ain't got no money, ain't nobody calls you honey," Bo Diddley
by Rodney on Aug 14, 2008 2:58 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Who cares?
honestly. You have him under control for close to the next decade. Whether its $5 or $10 million, its cheap compared to a long term contract to a stiff like Cat.
I'm sure the Russians felt there were WMD's in Georgia, and that it was a hotbed of terrorism.
by DJCahill on Aug 14, 2008 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Smoak
I’ve never been really that worried he wouldn’t sign, but getting rid of that little seed of doubt is huge. Sign Justin and Ross and this past draft will be a massive success (wish we could embed drops).
No news on the fliers we took in the draft, Armstrong and Martinez?
What's the rumpus?
by Hypo-Luxa on Aug 14, 2008 2:58 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Martinez
I REALLY REALLY REALLY want him to get signed. He’s the type of talent that if he went to college and came out junior year, he’d be a top 10 pick.
I’m sorry but if we’re giving a Korean guy 800k. I think we should be giving this guy 1.5M.
by Coolbean04 on Aug 14, 2008 3:01 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
What would be a bigger coup?
Getting Smoak at our pick in the 1st round or signing Martinez (even at 1st round money)?
What's the rumpus?
by Hypo-Luxa on Aug 14, 2008 3:47 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
x
He’s the type of talent that if he went to college and came out junior year, he’d be a top 10 pick.
Why do you say that?
by Adam J. Morris on Aug 14, 2008 4:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
he's loaded with tools
Given some time at a great baseball program like Miami, it’s possible that those tools come together. Or he could flop. There’s no way of knowing right now, of course, but I’d pony up some dough to find out if our minor league coaches can make it click.
by naropean on Aug 14, 2008 5:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Because that's exactly what happened to Jordan Danks
The 40 Trumps All!!!
by thedirkatron on Aug 14, 2008 5:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Then ask yourself
why he was passed over in 18 rounds? It would seem that when toolsy and raw and backsliding in your profile with no polish then the jury is still out. I could care less if we sign him or not. In 4 years there will be plenty of guys in our system better than him. Giving him a 1mill bonus is just stupid.
by Goyogringo on Aug 14, 2008 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Close enough?
"...my balls are really like a veiny flesh color" blueballlefty on Jun 4, 2008 7:44 PM EDT
"you gonna lose your horse. seriously." FX2
"If you ain't got no money, ain't nobody calls you honey," Bo Diddley
by Rodney on Aug 14, 2008 3:02 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
great success
i’m doyle king
I blame it not on Ron Washington, but on society. Society is to blame. And Ron Washington. ~Ken Tremendous on Ron Washington sac bunting in the 11th vs LAA
by ivysafety39 on Aug 14, 2008 3:09 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I havent heard a thing about any of the lat round guys
Armstrong, Martinez, Miller, Petralli and Charlie Lowell are all guys i would like to see get signed….
I am still mad that Nate Freiman is going back to Duke….It would be great to get another decent 1B prospect so we can drop some filler
by laxtonto on Aug 14, 2008 3:15 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
It seems he made up his mind
about it awfully quick. Must be confident he’ll have a great senior year.
by FirebatM3 on Aug 14, 2008 3:54 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
or maybe he's smart
And realizes a degree from Duke is a valuable thing to have if he never makes it to the big leagues. Given the rate at which draft picks make the majors, I think that’s a pretty smart decision.
But I’m pretty bummed about his choice, regardless, because I’m a Rangers fan and not his father.
by naropean on Aug 14, 2008 5:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
MLB suppliments the cost for the scholarship lost
"I’m sure you’ve seen Kiker before but I’ll just reiterate that the kid is mean on the mound. He is only 5’10’’ but he is an intimidator. He looks like he hates hitters. He has the juice for pressure situations."
-Jason Parks on Jul 22, 2008 10:08 PM
by Jayslick on Aug 14, 2008 5:32 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
They also often pay for graduate
school if you wash out.
Baseball is pretty awesome about taking care of its players.
by FirebatM3 on Aug 14, 2008 5:38 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think it was in the DMN
that Armstrong was going to go to Az State
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by hinduplaya on Aug 14, 2008 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
I think he is a Vandy recruit
or did I just dream that?
by uthornfan on Aug 14, 2008 4:14 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Rudy's nephew
is the fellow going to AZ State
by FirebatM3 on Aug 14, 2008 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Sorry
The Rangers remain interested in signing shortstop Harold Martinez (19th round) and right-handers Charlie Robertson (29th round) and Jack Armstrong (36th round) but apparently have lost out on outfielder John Reuttiger (35th round). Reuttiger, a nephew of the man (Dan Reuttiger) who inspired the move Rudy, will attend Arizona State.
Got him confused with Reutigger
"Well, the Dallas Mavericks got beat by the New Orleans Hornets last night ending their season. Word is that someone on the team is dating Jessica Simpson." - Jay Leno
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by hinduplaya on Aug 14, 2008 4:17 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Looks like we won't have to worry.
Firebat3, looks like our discussion on an earlier thread about Smoak going back to USC is a moot point.
I am glad (should this rumor be true) that we got BOTH Smoak and Ross. That would help make both of the last two drafts a home run for the Rangers.
Maybe Freiman saw all of the 1b prospects in the system and decided to take his chances on being drafted by a better fitting organization.
Go Cubbies and Go Rangers!
by pbpsean on Aug 14, 2008 4:12 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
yep
I think Frieman believes his senior year will be awesome. It better be because he has no leverage now.
by FirebatM3 on Aug 14, 2008 4:16 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
agreed
and even if he has a great year, why would a team draft him early? he’s a senior. no reason to blow my wad on him when he’s doesnt have a choice.
"I’m sure you’ve seen Kiker before but I’ll just reiterate that the kid is mean on the mound. He is only 5’10’’ but he is an intimidator. He looks like he hates hitters. He has the juice for pressure situations."
-Jason Parks on Jul 22, 2008 10:08 PM
by Jayslick on Aug 14, 2008 4:22 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs
Martinez
I think I would bite the bullet and go for the home run by throwing some money at Martinez. Tough call. Definite potential
Go Cubbies and Go Rangers!
by pbpsean on Aug 14, 2008 4:38 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
G-Vegas represent!!!
The 40 Trumps All!!!
by thedirkatron on Aug 14, 2008 5:37 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs
Hooray! Sign him! Sign him! Give him anything he wants!
And yes, that’s just an excuse to post this:
"One man, five scoops." -- shroomer
by ghtd36 on Aug 15, 2008 12:25 AM CDT reply actions 0 recs
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