2014 MLB Draft Day 1 Results: Arms, hair on parade

Expectations were high for many teams as they entered the first day of the 2014 MLB Draft, and the heightened production values that baseball put into its marquee event did not disappoint. While the following for baseball's draft isn't nearly as large as that for its NFL or NBA counterparts, it is no less ardent. As fans of teams like the Astros and Cubs continually get their focus directed towards the farm system, they place more importance on the draft. Although teams lack the ability to swap picks in the MLB draft, that doesn't mean there aren't surprises.

The first pick started as many predicted, with Brady Aiken going to the Houston Astros. There was chaos immediately thereafter. The top college arm, Carlos Rodon, slid to No. 3, as fireballing right-hander Tyler Kolek went surprisingly second to Miami. Other surprises included Kyle Schwarber going fourth to the Cubs, Kodi Medeiros going 12th to the Brewers, and Cole Tucker's selection at 24th overall by Pittsburgh.

Some plans were made clear, as Milwaukee later took highly valued players such as Jacob Gatewood and Monte Harrison, indicating they might have a below-slot agreement with Medeiros in place that allowed them to pay the others more. In other situations the immediate plans were less clear, but could become less cloudy as the draft moves past the second round on Friday.

Draft picks cried, Bud Selig didn't know what year it was, hairdos were impeccable, even Brad Hawpe was there! It was exactly what we wanted.

Check back with us tomorrow to continue the excitement as the Orioles make their first pick in the third round!