Although the draft played out almost exactly as most mock guru’s had it, there were some surprises including what the Orioles did with their comp pick for Nelson Cruz at number 36. Here are the details from an active night for the Birds:
Number 25 overall in the first round and someone we predicted here was outfielder D.J. Stewart from Florida State. Here is what I said about him during my draft preview:
D.J. Stewart (6′,0″, 230), OF, Florida St. – Excellent bat speed, great pitch recognition, with plenty of power from the left side.