Cincinnati Reds 2nd Round: Kevin Franklin - 3B - Gahr High School (CA)
Scouting Report
6' 2" 220 lbs.
Big time power potential that is a raw plus tool. Despite his size he is quite athletic now, though some scouts think he may eventually wind up at first base because of his size. His swing will need work to improve his mechanics and consistency and scouts believe he will need to work on offspeed pitches. Defensively he has good tools at third base right now, but he is inconsistent and will need plenty of reps to help turn his tools into skills.
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My take
Franklin is the high upside kind of pick that I love, especially when you have a safe pick beforehand like the Reds have. There is big power potential with Franklin, though he may be a long term project as well as he does seem a bit raw.
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