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Re-Drafting the 2006 MLB Draft Using Advanced Analytics
Which players would rise up the draft board if we were to take our pick of the litter today?

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Which players didn't bust and instead exceeded the expectations of their draft position?

PlayerPositionWARActual PickRe-Draft PickDifference
Joba ChamberlainRHP6.8411031
Chris Coghlan3B6.7361125
Adam OttavinoRHP3.1301218


There isn't one huge name that stands out, but Joba Chamberlain has had a respectable run as a starting and relief pitcher. He had his best season in 2008 and then proceeded to win a World Series with the Yankees in 2009.

Chris Coghlan also has a World Series ring from his 2016 run with the Chicago Cubs. Other than that, the eight-year veteran has been a valuable and versatile player off the bench.

As for Adam Ottavino, he has appeared in 232 games in seven seasons and has an ERA of 3.75 to show for it. He's even added 9 wins and 11 saves in that same span, making for a sustainable career from the bullpen.

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