Nick Lee, 9th round to the Rays

[CajunVic]

Hogan and Lee both will leave. Confirmed by them and their parents.

I could have told you Hogan was gone if these facts were presented to happen today when he was a senior in high school. Had not heard anything about Lee, but my gut has always been that he would go.

[CrazyCajun]

Umm what credentials did he have as a Junior?

Umm what does it matter, he has no leverage as a senior is the point. You take your money and go.

[CajunJeaux]

I believe he will go, however, confirmed, So says who?

KPLC reported it yesterday evening that they talked to Nick and confirmed his decision...

[GeauxLouisiana]

KPLC reported it yesterday evening that they talked to Nick and confirmed his decision...

"It’s a great opportunity for me and I think it is in my best interest for me to [leave UL Lafayette] right now."

[talktomewillis]

He turned down a LOT more than that to come to UL in the first place.

[IHateLaState]

He was hurt.

And thus no big bonus available to him as a Junior

[Rougarou]

Here is what Kendall Rogers said about Lee and I think he is right on.

The @RaysBaseball might be my favorite draft so far. Nick Lee is much greater than a ninth-round talent. Was up to 94-95 for me earlier this year with a wipeout changeup. Attacks hitters from a tough angle. https://t.co/H7SxMVTUpK

— Kendall Rogers (@KendallRogers) June 5, 2018

[Dad04]

He turned down a LOT more than that to come to UL in the first place.

I remember Thad Griffen let it be known he turned down 3rd round $$ to come here and then was never drafted. Place your bets. Roll the dice.

[Rougarou]

He turned down a LOT more than that to come to UL in the first place.

I wouldn't be surprised if due diligence from MLB clubs revealed out some arm issues, which might have knocked him down.