The Reds chose University of Florida infielder Jonathan India with their first round selection, fifth overall in the 2018 amateur draft. India sounds a lot like Nick Senzel. More analysis on the pick later, but here are a few online resources:
Press release from the Reds:
Jonathan India’s junior year in the SEC: 1.237 OPS
Nick Senzel’s junior year in the SEC: 1.051 OPS— u0274u026au1d04u1d0b u1d0bu026au0280u0299y (@Nicholaspkirby) June 4, 2018
Chad’s summary of Dick Williams’ description of Reds draft strategy as expressed on Radio tonight:
Reds want to take best player available, want guys who have a chance to advance to big leagues quickly, if possible.