Bio
School: LSU
Drafted: Available for 2010 draft
Scouting Report: Originally drafted in the 11th round of 2007 draft by the Texas Rangers before deciding to go to college. Hard-throwing right-hander with mid-90s fastball who is considered one of the best pitching prospects in the country ... projected to be one of the starters in LSU’s 2009 weekend rotation ... a big, intimidating pitcher ... throws a curveball and changeup to complement his fastball ... has a tremendous feel for his pitches, especially for his height. - lsusports.net
Rumors
Where Will Jameson Taillon Be Drafted? (3/3/2010)
Jameson Taillon, a 6'6" RHP from The Woodlands High School in Texas, figures to be a high pick in June's draft. Could he go as high as #1?
Anthony Ranaudo To Miss First Start (2/26/2010)
LSU ace and presumed Top 5 draft pick Anthony Ranaudo will miss his first start of the season on Friday against William and Mary with discomfort in his throwing arm.
Tony Thompson Among List of Injured College Baseball Draft Prospects (2/26/2010)
A number of prospects for the 2010 draft, a few of them possible first-round selections, have already been sidelined for varying lengths of time just one week into the start of the D1 college baseball season.
Age: 20
Birthday: September 9, 1989
Height: 6'7"
Weight: 227 lbs
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
Rating: 8.5 / 10
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4 Comments
February 22nd, 2010 10:52 AM
Ranaudo sounds to be pretty nasty and a possible good pick anywhere in the top 5, but I have a few concerns I need to see answered before I peg him as a definite elite draft prospect. First, I know nothing about his 3rd pitch. I have heard he has a plus curevball, but what about the changeup? Is it decent? Also, what velocity range is he at now? Toward the end of the season last year, he lost a few ticks off of his fastball making him a bit more hittable, but if he proves that he can sit in the low to mid 90's all season long and also can maintain his secondaries throughout the season, he is a definite top 5er
February 6th, 2010 3:14 PM
I go to LSU, and played baseball most of my life. IMO what's best about Ranaudo is his presence on the mound and intangibles off the field. Not to mention he can throw some nasty stuff too. I think he's a can't miss.
January 28th, 2010 11:15 PM
Couldn't agree more. We have him as the #3 available player in the draft. Behind only Harper and Taillon.
January 28th, 2010 3:13 PM
If this guy has good control I dont see how he couldnt go in the in the top ten. especially with a good off speed to go along with his mid 90s fast ball.