An advanced college bat who has surprisingly struggled, Mike Papi still comes in at Number 13 on our 2016 Cleveland Indians Top Prospect countdown.
Who is Mike Papi?
Papi was the Tribe’s third first-round pick in the 2014 draft (38th overall) and signed for $1,250,000 ($245,400 under slot). The 6’2”, 190-pounder attended the University of Virginia where he helped lead the Cavaliers to the 2014 College World Series where they finished as runner-ups after falling to Vanderbilt two games to one in the Finals. The 23-year old Papi swings from the left side and has played both outfield and first base.