6/12/2012 10:17:54 PM
The Toronto Blue Jays signed third-round pick (No. 112 overall), outfielder
Anthony Alford for $750,000. Pick value for Alford's slot is listed at $424,400.
Also interesting about Alford's deal is the Blue Jays are allowing him to play college football at the University of Southern Mississippi while he continues his quest at reaching the big leagues.
Alford was a highly touted prep star out of Mississippi. He was ranked No. 81 nationally by PG as a senior, No. 2 in the State of Mississippi and No. 18 at his position on the national stage.
Alford is an outstanding two-sport athlete. He's a bit raw on the baseball diamond, but has big-time tools. Has excelled at various Perfect Game events the past couple of years.
-- Kendall Rogers