The Cincinnati Reds traded away a lot of talented young prospects last offseason in an effort to get better. Though the team improved, the Reds still fell short of the postseason. In order to replenish the farm system, Cincinnati picked up the best pitcher in last year’s draft and two budding young hitters from the high school ranks. But, don’t sleep on Quin Cotton.
Nick Lodolo, last year’s first-round pick of the Cincinnati Reds, had a solid start to his professional career. A three-year starter at TCU, Lodolo’s college experience gave him an advanced approach on the mound, and will help him ascend quickly through the minor leagues.