The MLB draft draws very little attention compared to the draft of other professional leagues (NBA, NFL), for good reason. Most of the guys drafted today won't be seen on a major league field for a few years, if they ever make it. Experts are calling this draft class the weakest in a number of years.

The Twins have made two picks so far and opted to go with high school outfielders for both of them. The first, Christopher Parmelee, is a left handed hitter who's expected to have some power. The MLB.com scouting snippet says:

A smooth left-handed swing provides line drives now and presents the kind of power potential scouts like. His arm may play in right field and he's a good baserunner, but the bat is what will get him drafted.

In the second round (64th overall) the Twins took William Benson who also has a nice mix of power and speed.

He has a power-speed combination that excites scouts. A football star as well, his interest lies on the diamond. He's raw, but projectable.

The fact that they took two hitters is probably more an indication that there weren't that many quality pitchers remaining in the draft than that they see a need for improved offense.

If you're curious, the first pick in the draft was pitcher Luke Hochevar, who was drafted last year but couldn't agree to a contract with the Dodgers. Will KC have better luck negotiating a deal? MLB.com has a live draftcaster if you're among the few that actually cares what's going on.

Update: The Twins just took a LHP, Tyler Robertson, in the 3rd round. Robertson, another high schooler, has a big 6'5" 225 lb frame.