Appel not happy about falling to No. 8? Skips conference call, releases statement

SCOTT BORAS TACTIC?

First round pick Mark Appel, a Scott Boras client, does not appear happy about falling to No. 8 in the draft after being regarded as the possible No. 1 pick. Appel bailed out on a media conference call which is rare among first round picks but did release a statement, indicating he will address the "possibility of a professional career in due time."