Wesley: In terms of this draft, compared to other teams, the Dbacks did well. Compared to other Dbacks draft? I’m not as much of a fan. I don’t think you can even grade this draft fairly until the signing deadline, and even then, we won’t have a good grasp of how good/bad it is until 2027/2028 at the earliest.
Makakilo: Three thoughts:
- Drafting Slade Caldwell was betting long odds. Perhaps encouraged by Corbin Carroll’s success, they hope Caldwell is another undersized player who will exceed all expectations. They could be correct; I’m optimistic that he will reach the Majors.