16. Joe Rock (267 points, 18 ballots)
Rock was the 68th overall pick of the 2021 draft and signed for a slot bonus of $953,100. The 6’6”, 200-pound, 21-year-old lefty starter earned that draft placement with a breakout 2020 summer performance in the All American Collegiate League, followed by a strong 2021 at Ohio University.
Mid-season 2021 Rank: 16
High Ballot: 8
Mode Ballot: 14
Future Value: 40+, back of rotation starter
Contract Status: 2021 Competitive Balance Round B, not Rule 5 Eligible, three options remaining
In 14 starts he threw 88 2⁄3 innings of 2.