Jesse Smith

Smith's path to the 2003 draft was even more circuitous than Gorzelanny's. Smith pitched at Barton County (Kan.) CC in 2000, then took two years off before trying out for a team in the independent Frontier League. Illinois Valley CC coach Bob Koopman spotted Smith and learned he had eligibility left. He has attracted attention this spring with a plus curveball and an 88-92 mph fastball. He's still needs refinement, especially with his changeup and mechanics. He should be an easy sign as a third- to seventh-rounder.