FWST: Should Rangers consider selecting a former TCU star in Rule 5 draft?

[TopFrog]

Should Rangers consider selecting a former TCU star in Rule 5 draft?

BY JEFF WILSON

LAS VEGAS – The most celebrated event each year at the MLB winter meetings, because it’s the final event of the MLB winter meetings, is the Rule 5 draft.

Anyone who knows the Texas Rangers’ recent history knows they might be busy Thursday morning. They actually managed to keep outfielder Carlos Tocci in the big leagues all of 2018.

The Rangers have five open spots on the 40-man roster, four with the pending addition of right-hander Lance Lynn. They have needs in the infield, despite the additions of Patrick Wisdom and Carlos Asuaje, and, of course, on the mound.

Read more at https://www.star-telegram.com/sports/mlb/texas-rangers/article223032505.html

 

[Moose Stuff]

If they don’t, somebody will (my opinion at least). He’s got MLB ready stuff, it’s just the walks holding him back.

 

[tcudoc]

The meltdowns were epically bad and so tough to watch. He is a great pitcher when he's on though.

 

[The Artist Formerly Known as PhormerPhrog]

Wow...hard to believe he's already Rule 5 eligible. I think it would be a great project and if he shows progress it could make dealing Leclerc easier to swallow.

 

[Punter1]

If they don’t, somebody will (my opinion at least). He’s got MLB ready stuff, it’s just the walks holding him back.

Walks are exactly like interceptions for short relievers...they can keep the most talented arms on the bench.

 

[ftwfrog]

For those that didn’t want to click on the link, that’s Riley Farrell

 

[The Frog to be Named Later]

For those that didn’t want to click on the link, that’s Riley Farrell

Will I believe what he looks like now?

 

[bc puckett]

Went to the Marlins with the 4th pick.

 

[Metropolis777]

Ferrell was selected in the Major League portion of the draft, meaning is guaranteed at least an opening day roster spot on the Marlins.

As Chandler said, if he doesn't stick and gets sent back down to AAA, the Astros can take him back.

The only thing holding him back at this point - and why the Astros left him unprotected - is still his lack of control. His walk rate is very high.

Nonetheless, this is another Frog in an MLB uniform next season.

 

[The Artist Formerly Known as PhormerPhrog]

Will I believe what he looks like now?

If baseball doesn't work out he can become a financial advisor and tell everyone about a federal program to pay their mortgage off in 10 years.

 

[The Artist Formerly Known as PhormerPhrog]

Ferrell was selected in the Major League portion of the draft, meaning is guaranteed at least an opening day roster spot on the Marlins.

As Chandler said, if he doesn't stick and gets sent back down to AAA, the Astros can take him back.

The only thing holding him back at this point - and why the Astros left him unprotected - is still his lack of control. His walk rate is very high.

Nonetheless, this is another Frog in an MLB uniform next season.

Doesn't guarantee an OD spot. They could send him back, out right release him or he could clear waivers and send him down. All unlikely but possible.

 

[Frog-in-law1995]

Doesn't guarantee an OD spot. They could send him back, out right release him or he could clear waivers and send him down. All unlikely but possible.

Could also be traded to the Marlins and have no restriction on where he plays.