.It have not been actually a smooth shift into professional sphere for Bazzana, who was ranked No. 1 entering the Draft. Cleveland took him to begin with overall and also signed the Australian infielder for $8,950,000.
Though he met foundation at a tough clip, Bazzana hit only.238 with three homers and also 12 RBIs via his very first 27 games for Pond Region. Strikeouts were an issue early, with 31 in his first 101 at-bats.