#1 Overall Pick signs with Stanford

[ErickMarreroU]

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They said he wants to college and not pro, it was down to Stanford & Vandy.

 

[ErickMarreroU]

War is on

 

[HurricanePhilly]

Awesome that academics truly played a big part in his decision. Not surprised with the Japanese culture putting a premium on education.

 

[Canesfreak]

And Dave Esquer is a terrific coach.

 

[Lance Roffers]

Stanford long has a history of sapping power and changing guys swing into an inside-out bat path.

It’ll be interesting to see how they handle this one and if they attempt to make swing changes to reduce his power and play for contact.