Should the Twins have taken Hunter Greene instead of Royce Lewis? The easy answer is yes, because Greene throws 100 mph. But high school pitchers who throw hard are quite risky.
Should the Twins have taken a college pitcher? I favored Kyle Wright, and Brandon McKay is polished. This is where the Twins' philosophy of spending less on their first pick so they can sign more expensive talent later will be tested. If Wright or McKay becomes a star and the Twins can't fill out their rotation with quality talent, then the Twins' front office will have to answer for that.
When the Timberwolves took Wes Johnson over DeMarcus Cousins, I disagreed. I had seen both play. When the Vikings chose Troy Williamson, I rolled my eyes.
I can't roll my eyes at Royce Lewis. Or Brent Rooker, or Landon Leach. I don't know enough about them or the certainty of their development.
And neither do you.
JIM SOUHAN
