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Note: Spending On The Draft

by Mike Nichols on October 14th, 2008 at 11:07 am

According to a list from Baseball America, the Mets spent twice as much money on the 2008 draft compared to 2007, but still 13 teams spent more.

The Mets spent $6.4 million on 42 draft picks, including their two first round picks (1B/OF Ike Davis and SS Reese Havens) and one supplemental pick (RHP Brad Holt).

…it’s a bit surprising the Mets were in the middle of pack considering they were one of two teams (Twins) to have two first round picks, but traditionally the franchise sticks to the major league recommended slotting system…