Geaux Tigers

I must start by applauding the LSU/Texas game as well as the CWS as a whole, what a sensational atmosphere it is. And I find myself cheering for LSU for no better reason other than Jared Mitchell. This same time last year I did the same thing when Beckham was playing for Georgia in the world series. It adds a ton of hype to the player as now we have all seen them play a lot since being drafted, as was certainly the case with Beckham.

Getting back to Mitchell, the more I see of this kid, the more I like him. The raw talent is just overwhelming and he has all the tools to be successful. He needs to work on hitting the offspeed stuff and a lot more experience facing lefties but that is why we have the minor leagues. A pitcher for Texas was hitting 97 on the gun and Mitchell showed no trouble catching up with it. I keep hearing that he will hit for power in the majors and I don't really see that happening. But the thing I love the most about this kid is his attitude. He just seems like a great guy to be around and he brings that football menatlity to the diamond which I think can be a huge assett. I know the Sox have whiffed on a slew of first round outfielders, but this kid has the upmost potential to be a solid major leaguer.

The Series starting tomorrow against the Dodgers should be a good test. I am excited to see Thome back in the lineup. There is only so much of Brian Anderson hitting in the five spot that I can take. I am hoping Beckham can keep progressing off of what was a real solid road trip for him. I am still very impressed with his plate discipline and it is only a speck of time before he is hitting it in the gaps like he did in the minors.