The Black Sox today drafted catcher Jake Norton with the 14th pick in this year's amateur draft. Norton is an 18 year old catcher from Fairland, OK that posted a .454/.502/.773 line during his 4 year high school career. Remarkably consistent during his high school career, his batting average ranged from a low of .441 during his freshman year to a high of .474 during his sophomore year.
"We were pleasantly surprised that he fell to us at #14, as we projected him to be a top 10 pick," said GM Keith Stuart. "He has a way to go before he can help us in Chicago, but I think he will pay off in the long-term for the franchise."
Known for a great work ethic, Norton was projected as a 1st round pick as early as his 16th birthday, and used his final two years of eligibility to really improve his defense. In fact, some scouts believe he is major league ready now behind the plate. Although some fine-tuning, while his bat develops, will ensure that fact.
Norton appeared in 4 High School All-Star games during this time and finished his career with 42 home runs, 174 RBI's and an 42/24 BB/K ratio in 137 games.
He is expected to report to Rookie League Monclova on June 1st.
2009 V2 - Black Sox Select Norton in 1st Round
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Re: 2009 V2 - Black Sox Select Norton in 1st Round
Great pick! Like I mentioned in the other thread I had him at 8 on my board... stud catcher!
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Re: 2009 V2 - Black Sox Select Norton in 1st Round
Very nice pick at 14
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