The selection was a bit of a surprise by the Padres, who said in the days leading up to the draft that they narrowed their choices to three college players: Florida State shortstop Stephen Drew, and right-handers Jered Weaver of Long Beach State and Jeff Niemann of Rice.
Signability likely played a major role in the Padres' final decision, as agent Scott Boras represents both Drew and Weaver.
Signability likely played a major role in the Padres' final decision, as agent Scott Boras represents both Drew and Weaver.