But, look at the draft ... only 10 selected. Almost anyone else could have had him or traded up with Pitt/LAA to select him for them before us for cash. This was a weak draft compared to last year. But, Cle did the right thing, best upside. We can take a free look and see if V can fix his swing and miss before season. Maybe RF who knows... I just wanted a pitcher with high upside as well as he is going to block time for Valera and Noel from getting time in last option season. Yet, the probability is, he is returned before season begins.Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but the Guardians can also trade him, right?
My best guess is that they used their open roster spot to claim the highest rated prospect they could today to use as filler in an upcoming trade.