Looking Back: Mike Radcliff and Terry Ryan Nailed a Tough Decision
In 2010, I wrote an article discussing the Twins' selection of Joe Mauer as the first overall pick in the 2001 draft instead of legendary college pitcher Mark Prior. It's fun to look back at the quotes from late, great Twins scouting chief Mike Radcliff, about that decision. At that time, he was the organization's scouting director. Ultimately, it was his call to make. Joe Mauer or Mark Prior?
Source: twinsdaily.com
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