Undrafted in baseball: Yes, it does happen
When Daniel Nava smacked the first pitch of his major-league career into the Red Sox bullpen for a grand slam on June 12, it must have sent shivers through the likes of George Sherrill, Rod…
Seff Speak
Welcome to SeffSpeak
September may not be prime-time for sports drafts enthusiasts, but that doesn’t mean my mind isn’t still swirling with sports-related thoughts. So without further ado, here are some of my opinions, for what they’re worth….
Bring on the callups; keep an eye on Hellickson
This is the time when all 30 teams try and take a glimpse into the crystal ball that is their September call-up list. For the contenders it’s a chance to have their youngsters make an…
University of Miami baseball coach Jim Morris discusses Reds’ first-round pick Yasmani Grandal
University of Miami baseball coach Jim Morris recently spoke with DA about his former star catcher Yasmani Grandal. The switch-hitting backstop was drafted 12th overall by the Cincinnati Reds in this year’s MLB Draft. DA:…
A look back: The 2005 NFL Draft
The 2005 NFL Draft didn’t have the sizzle that others in recent memory have. The top 10 picks have only produced three Pro Bowlers, and none of those players own superstar status. In fact, it…
Bishop Blanchet HS coach George Monica discusses No. 17 pick Josh Sale in a Q&A
DraftAmerica recently spoke with Bishop Blanchet HS coach George Monica about No. 17 overall pick Josh Sale, the outfielder taken by the Tampa Bay Rays. DA: What’s it been like to coach Josh and see…
Woodward Academy coach Jim Minor discusses No. 8 overall pick Delino DeShields Jr. in a Q&A
Woodward Academy High School coach Jim Minor recently took the time to discuss his former standout Delino DeShields Jr., selected 8th overall in this year’s draft by the Houston Astros. DA: I want to congratulate…
Looking back: The 2006 MLB Draft
It’s been more than four years since the 2006 MLB Draft took place, but the names that checkered it are as fresh as ever. One of the beauties of looking back several years is that…
Late Draft Buzz…
**It is all but assured that Bryce Harper will be taken #1 overall by the Nats. **Rumors swirl back and forth on who Pittsburgh takes with the 2nd pick, but nearly everyone agrees it will…
Thoughts on the A.L. East
A quick introduction… I’m DA’s freelance blogger, Michael Seff… and this is the first installment of my ongoing blog series: SeffSpeak. The AL East is already the strongest division in baseball, so it would likely…