We are back LIVE LIVE LIVE from the NatsGM Studios to Live Blog the final day of the 2014 MLB Draft in style.  Although I was beginning to see double late yesterday, I have fully recovered and I am now ready to attack these last 30 Rounds like Ian Desmond does 1st pitch fastballs.

Through the first 10 rounds of the draft, the Nationals have selected 4 College Pitchers (3 RHP and 1 LHP), 1 JuCo Pitcher (RHP), 3 College Senior Outfielders, 1 College Junior Infielder, and 1 High School Catcher.  I anticipate the Nationals looking to add high school athletes and/or hitters early on Day 3, with the later picks this afternoon used on pitchers with velocity and some college bats.

I will be here all afternoon Live Blogging this final day of the draft.  I will primarily focus on the Nationals selections, but if you have questions or comments about other teams, I am happy to discuss that as well.  Frankly with 900+ players being drafted today, I am happy to talk about most whatever you want, so join me via the Comments Section, on Twitter @NatsGMdotcom, or email at NationalsGM@gmail.com.

12:55pm – Here are a few (reasonable) names I hope the Nationals select today: University of Florida RHP Karsten Whitson, University of Maryland OF Charlie White, University of Maryland LHP Ben Brewster, University of Georgia OF Hunter Cole, and Illinois State RHP Dan Savas.

1:00pm – We are LIVE!  I am excited to get started.

1:06pm – Nice to see both Jordan Brink and Tanner English go quickly on Day 3… Both have a chance to make the majors.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 11 Pick #334  Weston Davis RHP Florida HS

A projectable right-handed pitcher at 6-4 185lbs, Davis is committed to the University of Florida next fall, making him a possibly difficult to sign prospect with that leverage.  The Nationals would be thrilled to sign him away from Gainesville.  According to reports, Davis has a low-90s Fastball, along with a promising Curveball and Changeup.

1:16pm – Bummer that Karsten Whitson just went to Boston at the end of Round 11.  I was hoping the Nationals could scoop him up today.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 12 Pick #364  Dominic Mancini RHP Miami Dade CC

A rising prospect in South Florida this spring, Mancini started the season throwing 92-94mph, touching 97mph, and immediately caught the attention of scouts.  He is committed to Florida Atlantic next year, so it will be interesting to see if he signs.  Intriguing arm in Round 12.

1:27pm – One of the Nationals area scouts in Florida is having quite a day thus far, getting two players early on Day 3.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 13 Pick #394  Austin Davidson 3B Pepperdine University

A junior third baseman from Pepperdine, Davidson has struggled in his three years in college to post the type of numbers to match his tools.  Davidson is a left-handed hitter and performed well last summer in the Cape Cod League, leaving scouts to believe in his skills.  Good pick by Washington.

1:39pm – Tangent alert… But I have the Maryland vs UVA baseball game on in the background, and I am so proud of the Terps team and their hard-working spirit.  Here’s hoping they can pull out today’s game.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 14 Pick #424  James Bourque RHP University of Michigan

Bourque is a junior righty from the University of Michigan listed at a lean 6-4 185lbs, and pitched primarily in relief this season.  Bourque is spending this summer pitching in Cape Cod, but might be signable away from the Wolverines  later this summer.

1:50pm – Interesting the Nationals have yet to draft a college senior today… Not surprising necessarily, but a bit surprising.  I expect to see the Nationals select some college bats here in the next few picks.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 15 Pick #454  Ryan Ripken 1B Indian River JC

Ripken is the son of Hall of Famer Cal, but is a unique and different player than his father, as he bats left-handed and plays on the right-side of the infielder.  Limited athletically to first base, Ripken has good bat-to-ball skills, but there are questions if he will develop power.  It will be interesting to see if he signs with Washington.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 16 Pick #484  Cole Plouck LHP Pima CC

A left-handed pitcher described as having a quick arm, along with an 89-90mph fastball, curveball, and changeup.  Projectable, young lefties who can throw 90s are always a good selection of Day 3 of the draft.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 17 Pick #514  Alec Keller CF Princeton University

Keller is a 6-1 185lbs college senior who bats left-handed and throws righty.  Keller has batted over .300 three consecutive seasons in the Ivy League, though he does not seem to show much power with only 6 total home runs.  Keller is the 4th senior outfielder the Nationals have drafted thus far in 2014.

2:21pm – Looks like we’ve reached the point in the draft where teams are taking numerous college hitters to fill out some minor league rosters.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 18 Pick #544  MacKenzie Mills LHP Georgia HS

A massive left-handed pitcher listed at 6-4 215lbs, Mills is a high school pitcher with a college commitment to Alabama State.  According to internet reports, Mills throws an 88-90mph fastball, along with a curveball and a changeup.  Mills would be a terrific pickup if the Nationals are able to sign him.

2:32pm – According to a good friend of mine, and a sharp baseball mind Doug Wachter @SaberByTheBay, is an expect on Michigan baseball and sent me this Twitter scouting report on 14th round pick, James Bourque.

“@NatsGMdotcom (He’s a) righty with size, versatility… Has started and relieved, pretty good fb, somewhat deceptive delivery. Hides the ball.”

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 19 Pick #574  Clay Williamson RF California State Fullerton

Williamson is a polished collegiate left-handed bat who showed a propensity to hit with wood bats last summer in the Northwoods League.  He does not have much power, but seems to have some speed and contact ability.

2:44pm – The Mariners just took former Nationals draft pick, and current Ole’ Miss RHP Hawtin Buchanan in Round 20.  Wonder if Seattle can get that big arm to sign?…

2:47pm – Local Northern Virginia product and UNC commit JB Bukauskas was just selected at pick #600 by the Diamondbacks – Looks like he will be spending the next 3 years at Chapel Hill.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 20 Pick #604  Bryan Langlois RF Pepperdine University

The Nationals 2nd selection of the day from Pepperdine (congrats to that area scout!), Langlois is a redshirt-junior who showed impressive skills last summer in the California Collegiate Baseball League, making their All-Star team.  A right-handed hitter, Langlois batted .283 with 3 home runs and 6 stolen bases this season for the Green Wave.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 21 Pick #634  Connor Bach LHP Virginia Military Institute

Wow, a blast from the past, as Bach pitched in the local collegiate summer league the Cal Ripken League for the Vienna Riverdogs.  A huge 6-6 225lbs lefty with a quality fastball and a tremendous amount of deception in his pitching motion.  I like this pick, as I remember writing some complimentary things in my notes about Bach in the past.

3:08pm – Guess what I just found… A scouting report about 21st Round pick Connor Bach from two summers ago.  I published these notes on July 17, 2012.

“(Bach)… Although the pitching talent in the Ripken league trails the hitters this summer, VMI  junior left-handed pitcher Connor Bach is an interesting name to remember, as his 6-5 210lbs. frame has plenty of projection left and he owns a low-90s fastball and flashes a decent breaking pitch.  In his 26.2 innings pitched this summer for the Vienna River Dogs, Wade has a 6.08 ERA with 44 strikeouts against 19 walks and 27 hits allowed; his below-average command and lack of polish are major impediments to his current success, but his size, fastball velocity, and vast room for improvement will keep him on scout’s radars next spring.”

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 22 Pick #664  Daniel Salters Catcher Dallas Baptist University

Salters is listed as a 6-3 220lbs sophomore catcher, who is a left-handed hitter who batted .253 with 6 home runs in 2014.  The Nationals have only drafted one catcher thus far, so Salters stands a good chance of signing in the next few weeks.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 23 Pick #694  Chris Riopedre Shortstop East Tennessee State

A smallish junior shortstop, Riopedre started 57 games for ETSU this season, batting .280 with 5 home runs.  This appears to be the first pure middle infielder the Nationals have selected, so if he signs, he should receive as much playing time as he can handle.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 24 Pick #724  Kyle Simmons RHP Texas Lutheran

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WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 25 Pick #754  Kyle Bacak Catcher Texas Christian University

Bacak is a senior catcher who spent his first two years of his college career at San Jacinto JC before transferring to TCU.  Bacak only batted .257 this year with 0 home runs, though he did have an impressive .992% fielding percentage.  He should sign quickly and likely spend much of his summer at Auburn.

3:49pm- BANG ZOOM Go Those Fireworks, as Maryland upsets UVA 5-4.  Gutsy performance by 2nd round pick Jake Stinnett today, and now the Terps need a massive performance tomorrow from freshman Mike Shawaryn.  Congrats to Maryland on another BIG win!

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 26 Pick #784  Chase McDowell RHP Rice University

McDowell is a talented two-way senior for the Owls, but the Nationals selected him as a pitcher.  McDowell posted a 3.60 ERA in 65 innings this season, and should pitch for the Auburn Doubledays this summer.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 27 Pick #814  Connor Keniry Shortstop Wake Forest University

A senior, Keniry is a slick-fielding middle infielder who has spent time at both shortstop and second base in his career at Wake Forest.  His versatility, along with his left-handed bat, should make him a valuable mainstay on one of the Nationals minor league affiliates.

4:31pm – Johnny Manziel, yes, Johnny Football, just went to the San Diego Padres with pick #837 of the 28th Round.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 28 Pick #844  Kida De La Cruz RHP Volunteer State CC

Listed as 6-5 220lbs (think the Nationals have a type?), De La Cruz has been a 2-way prospect much of his career.  De La Cruz posted a 5.15 ERA with 42 strikeouts in 50.2 innings this season.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 29 Pick #874  DJ Jauss RHP University of Massachusetts

The son of a long-time professional scout, Jauss is a well-built 6-2 205lbs senior.  Jauss posted a 4.82 ERA in 18.2 innings pitched this season and should serve as another polished collegiate arm for the Doubledays this summer.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 30 Pick #904 Tyler Mapes RHP Tulane University

Another physical senior right-handed pitcher, Mapes lead the Green Wave with a 2.20 ERA and 59 strikeouts in 81.2 innings pitched this season.

5:00pm – Need to take the dogs for a walk, be back shortly.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 31 Pick #934  Samuel Johns RHP Evansville University

Like Mapes above him, Johns is a thickly, well-built right-handed redshirt senior pitcher from a 4-year school.  Johns this season pitched exclusively in relief, posting a 5.87 ERA and 25 strikeouts in his 30.2 innings pitched.

5:23pm – The Phillies just selected Tom Flacco, a high school athlete who also happens to be the brother of Baltimore Ravens Super Bowl winning QB Joe Flacco.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 32 Pick #964  Elliott Cary OF Oregon HS

The first high school player we have seen the Nationals select since Round 18, Cary is a toolsy, athletic centerfield prospect who has a strong college commitment to Oregon State.  The Gatorade Baseball Player of the Year in 2014 for the state of Oregon, Cary is expected to don a Beavers uniform next fall, and should be a top prospect in 3 years for the 2017 Draft.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 33 Pick #994  Clay Casey OF Mississippi HS

Back to back high school hitters for the Nationals, who choose Casey here in Round 33.  A strong Ole’ Miss commit, the powerfully built 6-3 205lbs Casey is highly unlikely to sign with Washington.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 34 Pick #1,024  Evan Skoud Catcher Illinois High School

A powerfully built high school catcher, Skoud has a college commitment to Texas Christian University, meaning he is the third consecutive player taken by the Nationals who is unlikely to sign with them.  This should, however, be a name to remember in 3 years.

6:06pm – Just saw local product DeMatha HS Catcher Justin Morris selected midway through Round 35 by the Diamondbacks.  I thought Morris would be signable if drafted early yesterday, but now it looks like he will head to College Park and will be a Terp!

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 35 Pick #1,054 Tommy Doyle RHP FLINT HILL HS

A local product from Northern Virginia, Doyle has a rock-solid commitment to the University of Virginia and will head to Charlottesville.  A large, lanky kid with a fastball in the low-90s, Doyle was thought to be signable through about Round 3.  Congrats to Tommy on being selected by the local Nationals!

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 36 Pick #1,084  John Henry Styles LHP Texas HS

A smaller left-handed pitcher at 5-11 180lbs, this Texas high school prospect has a commitment to Stanford University in the fall, another college that rarely loses their late-round draftees.

Hopefully the Nationals are able to sign one of these high school prospects they have taken in the past few rounds, as it could/would bolster an already impressive class.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 37 Pick #1,114  Quinn Brodey LHP California HS

Like Styles above him, Brodey is a high school left-handed pitcher committed to Stanford University.  A 2-way player in high school with power, Brodey will continue on to Palo Alto in the fall and likely form a strong freshman left-handed combination with John Henry Styles.

6:45pm – That’s 6 consecutive high school picks for the Nationals, all seen as heavily committed to college.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 38 Pick #1,144  Stuart Fairchild RF Washington HS

An athletic outfielder from the Seattle area of Washington state, Fairchild has excellent speed and a college commitment to Wake Forest University.  Of the recent picks, he might be the most likely to sign with the Nationals, but the odds are still long he does not reach Winston-Salem.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 39 Pick #1,174  Jon Littell OF Oklahoma HS

Another large, athletic high school hitter, Littell has monster home run power and can play either 3B or OF.  An Oklahoma kid committed to Oklahoma State to play baseball, it is unlikely he will wear a Nationals uniform this summer.

7:11pm – Final Round Everyone!!  Thank you to everyone who has joined me today and the past three days, it was truly my pleasure.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS Select Round 40 Pick #1,204  Jacob Hill LHP Orange Coast College

The first non-high school prospect in a few hours, Hill is a physical left-handed pitcher from a junior college in California.  The Nationals have not selected many lefties, especially college lefties,  during the draft so perhaps Hill signs with the Nationals and finds some innings with an affiliate this summer.

7:24pm – We are FINISHED!!  3 Days, 40 Rounds, and 1,300+ picks but together we made it through the entire draft!  Again I want to thank each and every person who joined me during this 3-Day Live Blog.

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And we are LIVE in the NatsGM Studios to grind through and celebrate Day 2 of the 2014 MLB Draft.  Today the teams will make picks in Rounds 3 through Round 10, meaning there will be about 250 players selected this afternoon.

The Nationals used their first two selections yesterday on college pitchers, taking UNLV’s Erick Fedde in Round 1 and Miami’s Andrew Suarez in Round 2.  Look for the Nats to shift their attention to some hitters with their early picks today, although the strength of this draft is still right-handed pitching.

Please join me today with your questions, comments, jokes, and snark either in the Comment’s Section, on Twitter @NatsGMdotcom, or on Facebook NatsGM.  So as Michael Buffer would say, “Let’s Get Ready To Rumble”!

1:03pm – Houston is on the clock and Day 2 has officially started!

1:09pm – Astros make a nice selection taking power hitting 1B JD Davis to open Day 2.  He has some swing-and-miss in his game, but he has true light-tower power.  This is a nice value in Round 3.

1:11pm – The Chicago White Sox continue to impress me with their 2014 draft haul, selecting Oregon State LHP Jace Fry at #77 in Round 3.  He is a Tommy John survivor, but he has a power arsenal and has a chance to start in the majors.  Nice pick!

1:18pm – Plenty of solid college names coming off the board early, with Michael Cederoth going to Minnesota and Sam Howard picked by Colorado.  Look for a high school pitching run to start relatively soon.

1:23pm – Strangely excited to see who the Orioles select with their 1st choice in the draft at #90.

1:29pm – Brian Gonzalez, a promising Florida high school lefty goes to the Orioles in the 3rd round.  A strong pick, with plenty of projection remaining, here in the middle of Round 3.

1:33pm – Please Nationals front office, I love the Nebraska HS catcher Jakson Reetz, take him here.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Round 3 Pick #93 – Jakson Reetz Catcher Nebraska HS

Boom, nailed this pick on Twitter and a few minutes ago.  A terrific athlete with an outstanding work ethic, he might be the best high school catcher in this draft.  He will stay behind the plate as a professional, and Reetz immediately jumps into the top-10 prospects for the Nats.  Outstanding pick!

1:36pm – The Nationals are crushing this draft thus far.  It is difficult for me to express how pleased I am with their first 3 picks.

1:40pm – If you want to become more well-acquainted with new Nationals prospect Jakson Reetz, Baseball America did an outstanding “Day in the Life” feature on him earlier this spring.  It is definitely worth the Google search to find it.

1:43pm – Great pick by the Tigers at #99 selecting South Carolina catcher Grayson Greiner.  He is a strong defensive catcher with a developing bat, and a terrific value in Round 3.

1:51pm – Hoping the Nationals select University of Texas right-handed pitcher John Curtiss in Round 4.  Jim Callis mentioned him on Episode 1 of THE NatsGM Show as a personal favorite of his, and Simms would be an excellent value.

1:55pm – I am LOVING the White Sox draft thus far, as they make another strong selection grabbing Brett Austin from NC State in Round 4.  I am not sure he’s a catcher, but I would put him in a corner outfield position and let his bat hit his way to the majors.  Nice value outside the top-100.

2:07pm – Must say I am surprised to see Calvert Hall HS Troy Stokes getting popped before Stone Bridge HS RHP JB Bukauskas.  Too bad for the University of Maryland, as it is unlikely now that the Terrapin-commit Stokes will play college baseball.

2:13pm – Orioles just took a project in Notre Dame RHP Tom Connaughton, who was also a good basketball player for the Irish also.  Very raw due to his 2-sport skills, he has a chance to flourish once he focuses primarily on baseball.  Interesting pick in Round 4 for the Orioles.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Round 4  Pick #124 Robbie Dickey RHP Blinn College

Known as perhaps the best Junior College pitching prospect in the nation this season, Dickey is a raw pitcher with good size and a monster fastball that can reach the mid-90s.  He reminds me a bit of 2013 Nationals 4th Round pick Nic Pivetta, a raw junior college pitcher with potential to dream on.  There are other arms I may have preferred in this spot, but Dickey is an intriguing value in Round 4.

2:26pm – I am already dreaming on that beer during the intermission between Rounds 5 and 6.  Thinking of going with a Rogue Dead Guy Ale.

2:28pm – VERY BIG fan of the Taylor Gushue pick, a young catcher from the University of Florida, by the Pirates in Round 4.  He is a switch-hitter and an excellent chance to stay behind the plate.  Gushue is the rare college player with significant upside potential and is a personal favorite of mine, nice pick Pittsburgh!

2:45pm – I am a HUGE fan of the uncomfortable “chop-busting” going on between Jonathan Mayo and Jim Callis… Makes the draft more entertaining.

2:47pm – The Mets get a nice pick here in Round 5 with Seton Hall RHP Josh Prevost.  I watched him against Georgetown this spring, and he has a ideal pitcher’s frame and a power fastball.  As a senior he should be easy to sign and has a chance to advance through the minors.

2:51pm – John Curtiss is still on the clock and the Nats pick soon… Just sayin-

WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Round 5 Pick #154 Drew Van Orden RHP Duke University

Even though he is a Blue Devil, Van Orden put up solid numbers this season for Duke, and as a senior sign, should be a quick and inexpensive prospect to sign.  With a low-90s fastball and a reasonable breaking pitch, he could blossom as a reliever in the future.  This is a solid prospect and a good pick, as he could help insure the Nationals are able to sign Erick Fedde and Jakson Reetz, who are expected to be more difficult signs.

3:09pm – Excellent value pick by the Detroit Tigers late in Round 5, taking UCLA catcher Shane Zeile, nephew of former major leaguer Todd Zeile.  He is new to catching but he shows promise behind the plate, and he has a solid swing.  If he can stay as a catcher, this could be a terrific pick in a few years.

3:15pm – Halftime of Day 2, aka Beer Time!

3:25pm – They’re about to start Round 6, and the depth of the draft is readily apparent, as there are plenty of solid pitchers still on the board.  In addition, there are a number of college seniors who lack leverage but are talented players worthy of an opportunity.  Expect the Nationals to continue to draft college seniors, along with a few more bats this afternoon.

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3:35pm – Bummer, my man John Curtiss just went to the Twins early in the 6th round.  Outstanding value pick by Minnesota, who have been collecting hard throwing arms in this draft like kids collect Nikes.

3:48pm – Tangent alert… Congratulations to Baltimore Orioles prospect Tim Berry on receiving a call to the major leagues.  A personal favorite of mine, here is an action shot of Barry from last May at Frederick.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Select Round 6 Pick #184  Austen Williams RHP Texas State University

The Nationals select Austen Williams in Round 6, a pitcher with a solid fastball in the low-90s and an inconsistent but at times promising slider.  According to reports he has an awkward arm action, along with a lack of a 3rd pitch, portending a future as a reliever.  The Nationals really scout Texas thoroughly and have found some interesting arms there in recent years, so perhaps an area scout has found another gem here with Williams.

3:59pm – The Nationals have selected 5 college pitchers and 1 high school catcher through 6 rounds.  I must admit, this is an interesting breakdown but the strengths of the 2014 draft are pitching and catchers.

4:14pm – I am predicting a college bat, most likely a senior, for the Nationals here in Round 7.

4:16pm – James Norwood, a power right-handed pitcher for St. Louis, was just selected by the Cubs in Round 7.  I watched him pitch this spring, albeit only briefly, but he has a quality arm and his fastball alone should have had him drafted inside the top 5 rounds.  Nice pick from the Cubbies.

4:24pm – Nats fans, keep focusing on these Day 2 picks, as they are quite important and can help build depth throughout your organization.  Recent Nationals picks in this area of the draft include Aaron Barrett, Blake Treinen, and Craig Stammen, amongst others.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Select Round 7 Pick #214  Dale Carey CF University of Miami

BOOM!  Nailed this pick about 30 minutes ago, albeit for Round 6.  Carey has long been a prospect, but has struggled to put his immense tools into production on the field.  After 3 sluggish years in college, Carey made significant progress as a senior this year, and put some production on the scoresheet.  Carey is a senior, so he lacks negotiating leverage, but this is an atypical college senior who still has plenty of upside.  I really like this pick, especially considering the possible financial savings, here in Round 7.

4:44pm – Pretty good chance we see the Nationals take 2-3 more college seniors today, as they will need/want some financial flexibility in negotiations for Fedde, Reetz, and Day 3 prospects.

4:48pm – Karsten Whitson would make A TON of sense in Round 8 for the Nationals, as they took him last year and like to gamble on talented, but injury-prone pitchers.

4:51pm – Atlanta just selected Luke Dykstra, son of Lenny and brother of Cutter, who was expected to be a difficult to sign prospect from Harvard-Westlake HS.  If the Braves can sign him, this is a terrific pick at the end of Round 7.

4:59pm – Who out there is drinking?  What do you think about the Nationals draft so far?  How has my coverage been?  Let me know in the Comment’s Section.

5:06pm – One of my favorite picks of Day 2 just occurred, as Toronto selected Justin Shafer from the University of Florida.  A 2-way player, he was drafted for his arm on the mound.  Shafer is definitely raw, but he has a big arm and I have seen a decent slider from him.  Another good pick from the Blue Jays thus far.

 WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Select  Round 8 Pick #244  Jeff Gardner LF University of Louisville

Another senior outfielder with a productive track record of success in college, Gardner is a well-built left-handed hitter with some thump in his bat.  He is limited to left field, with fringy speed and a reasonable arm, so Gardner will need his bat to carry him to the major leagues.  Another good pick for the Nationals, especially considering the financial implications involved with drafting a college senior.

5:41pm – I love it when the announcers on the MLB Draft broadcast are stumped on a player.  Unreal Unintentional Comedy!

6:00pm – No one love the MLB Draft more than I do, but Day 2 moves life elderly golfers playing twilight golf.  Wow!

WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Select Round 9 Pick #274  Austin Byler 1B University of Nevada

This is a pleasant surprise to see Byler here late in Round 9, as Byler has power in his left-handed bat and has shown good contact skills as well.  Although he has played third base in the past, Byler is most likely a first baseman as a professional.  A bat-first prospect, Byler could have been drafted a few rounds earlier, and I am curious/hopeful the Nationals are able to sign him.

6:13pm – Feel like I have said this a few times today, but the Tigers made another nice pick choosing Mississippi RHP Josh Laxer, a former Nationals draft pick, in Round 9.  He has a big fastball and a promising, hard slider, so he could be a solid reliever in the future.

6:20pm – Makes almost too much sense for the Nationals, and most teams, to take college seniors throughout round 10, considering the financial obligations and differences from Round 10 to 11.

WASHINGTON NATIONALS  Select Round 10 Pick #304   Matthew Page RF Oklahoma Baptist University

A junior college prospect with massive power, Page was named the NAIA Player of the Year in 2013.  Now a senior, he is a huge 6-3 205lbs rightfielder who both throws and bats left-handed.  With 26 home runs the past two seasons, Page seems like an interesting gamble here in Round 10, especially as a senior sign.

Seems like the Nationals have their outfield in Auburn settled, with Gardner in left, Carey in center, and Page in right, all three seniors with some upside potential.

6:56pm – Quick thoughts: Considering the Nationals did not possess extra picks and/or extra bonus pool money, I think the Nationals have done an excellent job through two days.  Day 1 saw them grab two promising college pitchers with excellent pedigrees; Day 2 saw them take a highly-touted high school catcher, three interesting college arms, an intriguing college bat, and three senior collegiate outfielders, each with upside.

In addition, the Nationals should have a few extra dollars set aside for some overslot prospects during Day 3 tomorrow.

7:02pm – With that Day 2 of the 2014 MLB Draft is complete!  We will return tomorrow at 1pm to Live Blog the final day of the Draft.  Please join me with your comments, questions, and craft beer suggestions.

Thanks for coming by today and please continue to spread the word.  Goodnight everybody!