1. Nick Gordon, Olympia (Orlando, Fla.)
Nick Gordon, Olympia
Photo by Mike Janes
Gordon
had Olympia in contention for a Florida 8A state championship for most
of the year. He batted .494 in 27 games with 28 runs scored, 27 RBIs, 10
doubles, two triples and five home runs.
What the scouts think:
Not all draftable high school shortstops stay at shortstop once they
reach professional baseball, but that probably won't be the case with
Gordon. He has a strong arm (he has thrown 94 mph fastballs) and he is a
good athlete. Not a power hitter, Gordon can be expected to use his
speed to collect doubles on a regular basis. He's considered possibly
the best middle infield prospect in the draft, high school or college.
Where he will get drafted: Easily the top shortstop prospect in the draft, Gordon won't last past the 10th overall pick.
