2009 MLB Draft Update

Checo, Mariel - (41st round, New York Yankees) - RHP from Norman Thomas HS taken with the 1245th overall pick. MVP of 2009 PSAL City championship game with 14k's, led team to 22-0 overall record. Led NYC with 4 post season victories. FB touches 95mph, flashes plus curve at times. Durable 6'3" frame, aggressive and intelligent on mound.

Barkley, Alibay - (50th round, Anaheim Angels) - 1b from George Washington HS taken with the 1,521 overall pick. (Dubious distinction as MLB's Mr. Irrelevant 2009), posesses plus raw power, with average hands and plus arm for position. Was part of 2009 Power Showcase at Tropicana Field. Named MVP of 2008 Perfect Game Northeast Qualifier, won by the NY9 in honor of the late Frank "Buddy" Paine. Lifted team with two-out, two strike, two-run homer to left field in final at bat. Barkley is a 3-year member of the New York Nine and unquestioned on-field leader. Below is a Baseball America draft blog on Barkley: http://www.baseballamerica.com/blog/draft/?p=1240