I know that most of the time the shrewd drafter will always go with the best value per round, but is there a player or two (or more) that you will feel disappointed if you don't end up with him? Someone you may even reach a round or two early to ensure you get him?
Mine for 2008:
OF Nick Markakis: A quiet awesome season, and great value around the 3rd and 4th rounds...steady, little injury concern, good ballpark, and entering third season...sure, Tejada is gone which causes some concern, but I expect .300, 25-30 HR, 110 RBI, 20 SB to be pretty accurate
2B Rickie Weeks: I know, I know...he's proven to be injury prone; and yes, he only hit .235 last year. However, the tear he went on in that final month + a steady run producing lineup points to a big year - and I think this is the year he finally plays more than 130 games. I expect .275, 25 HR, 70 RBI, 100 R, 35 SB in about 145 games
SP Justin Verlander: He's already broken out and is a legit top 15 SP at this point, but I see him grabbing a top 5 spot this year...I just don't see a ceiling with this guy and on a super offensive club, 20 W, 200 Ks are definitely within reach
Let me know what you think!