Drafted in the 3rd round (124th overall) by the New York Yankees in 2012 (signed for $400,000).
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The top high school hitting prospect in the Upper Midwest, Mikolas has proven his ability to produce with wood bats by playing in the prestigious East Cobb (Ga.) summer program and performing well at numerous showcases. The 6-foot-1, 195-pounder has a balanced lefthanded swing and quality bat speed that give him the potential to become a plus hitter with average power. His value is tied up in his bat, as his athleticism, speed, arm and defensive ability are all below-average. He has a chance to play left field but likely will wind up at first base. A Louisville recruit, he's expected to sign if he goes in the first 10 rounds--and he could sneak into the first five.
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The top high school hitting prospect in the Upper Midwest, Mikolas has proven his ability to produce with wood bats by playing in the prestigious East Cobb (Ga.) summer program and performing well at numerous showcases. The 6-foot-1, 195-pounder has a balanced lefthanded swing and quality bat speed that give him the potential to become a plus hitter with average power. His value is tied up in his bat, as his athleticism, speed, arm and defensive ability are all below-average. He has a chance to play left field but likely will wind up at first base. A Louisville recruit, he's expected to sign if he goes in the first 10 rounds--and he could sneak into the first five.
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