When the Minnesota Twins chose Aaron Hicks with the 14th overall pick in the 2008 MLB Amateur draft, the High Schooler was labeled as a (dreaded) “five-tool player”. Hicks could hit for average, hit for power, steal bases, provide Gold Glove defense and he possessed a great throwing arm. That’s a lot of hype to live up to, especially when you’re 18-years old. Now, nine years later, it would appear Hicks has finally found his swing. The Yankees should ride his hot streak for as long as they can. Hicks’ time has come.
Struggles in the Twin-Cities
Just because you are selected in the first round of any sport’s draft, there is no guarantee you are going to be a star or even a bench player when you reach the top level of your sport.