In selecting three college starters, Orioles hoping for quick return from new pitching depth

Orioles first-round draft picks through the years Images of past Orioles first-round picks.

Every scouting director in the majors tabbed players on Thursday, the first day of the MLB Draft, who they believe will before long be wearing his team’s colors in the big leagues.

The Orioles’ top scout, Gary Rajsich, falls under that category, especially when it comes to first-round pick Cody Sedlock. In describing the 27th overall pick on a conference call early Friday morning, Rajsich laid out why.

“I saw Cody twice this year, and both times, he pitched very well,” Rajsich said. “I’m very taken with his size, the fact that he repeats his mechanics and throws strikes. It’s just hard to ignore. He has…