Posted by basebal5 on Friday, June 8, 2007 at 2:24 am

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The Boston Red Sox today selected University of Washington lefthander Nick Hagadone with the 55th overall pick and Wilson (CA) High School infielder Ryan Dent with the 62nd overall pick in the supplemental first round of the 2007 First-Year Player Draft.  Director of Amateur Scouting Jason McLeod made the announcement. 

 

“Nick Hagadone is a very big, strong-bodied college lefthander,” said McLeod.  “He has big arm strength and the ability to spin a power breaking ball.  He has been used in two roles, as a starter and a reliever.  For us, we definitely see a kid that we'd like to come in and at least give him a chance to start.  Someone we feel has upside left to him and can provide an impact to our organization.”

 

“Ryan Dent is a tremendously gifted, athletic kid.  He played in the middle of the field.  He is versatile.  He is athletic and brings speed to the diamond.  He is also strong for his size.  A kid that could certainly stay at shortstop but he could also play centerfield or second base, and one that we are excited to get.”