Adam Jones

Jones warrants interest as both a pitcher and position player. He was scouted more as a shortstop early in the season, and then he touched 96 in late April and generated first-round attention while becoming the most talked-about player in talent-rich San Diego. Jones has limited skills beyond raw stuff, and little feel for pitching. He prefers to be an everyday player and is athletic to play almost any position on the field. He is a potential five-tool talent, though his bat is a bit suspect. Makeup is also an issue with Jones, who has had a tough upbringing. Mission Bay High's Matt Bush, a top prospect for the 2004 draft, has been considered the best pitcher/shortstop in San Diego, and scouts say Jones is bigger, faster and has a better arm, though Bush is more refined.