“@WEEI: ESPN’s Keith Law: Teams believe Jason Groome was ‘upset’ to be drafted by Red Sox
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The Red Sox made one of the most interesting selections in the 2016 MLB draft as they selected high school left-hander Jason Groome No. 12 overall. Groome was once thought as a No. 1 overall pick, but slid all the way down to No. 12.
Being the No. 12 overall pick, the slot value for that pick is $3,192,800 and many believe he’s seeking top five draft pick money, which may have scared some teams away.
Appearing on Buster Olney’s podcast, ESPN’s Keith Law said teams believe Groome was upset to be selected by the Red Sox as he had a deal with another team picking after the Red Sox for more money. He did add he believes eventually Groome will sign for around $4 million.