With the draft less than a month away, there will undoubtedly be misinformation leaked. Team A will say that the player they want is timed slowly, and Team B will say that he was even faster to push the player they want down in the draft. However, one thing remains steadfast--the position of Atlanta shortstop Tim Beckhamfirmly atop every team's draft board in terms of most talented player. Few players in recent memory posses the skills and intangibles as does Beckham.

In an age with extreme media coverage, off-field conduct clauses in contracts and character becoming as important as ability, finding a player with both is extremely rare. Superstardom often leads to complacency and arrogance, but for Tim Beckham superstardom just leads to his future. At a recent event, Beckham was seen joking around with his teammates, helping the grounds crew, and demonstrating that unmistakable Southern twang that is sure to be a fit in whatever city chooses to make him a millionaire. "Tim does not set himself apart, he does what his teammates do," said his father, Jimmy Beckham. Beckham has been on the national scene since a freshman and absolutely mashing on the touring circuit. However, his success and future growth potential have not hampered his personality in the least. In fact, the attention has forced Beckham to work harder, with many scouts gravitating towards his never give up, always work harder attitude. His approach to the game of baseball is contagious and can only make a team better.

On the field, Beckham is reminiscent of Barry Larkin, Brandon Phillips and BJ Upton combined. Of the past ultra toolsy high school players selected in the top 5, Beckham has the best chance of remaining at shortstop with a fluid movement and powerful arm. He is blessed with excellent speed that translates to the basepaths as well. His hands are extremely smooth and he's able to break in on the ball with rapid movement, while bringing the ball from his glove to his throwing hand faster than any shortstop in recent memory.

At the plate, Beckham profiles as a number two hitter with excellent contact skills and extra base power. Beckham easily could become a perennial 30/30 threat. However, Beckham's best asset at the plate is his uncanny patience, unafraid to take a walk and allow the player behind him to drive him in. As a junior, Beckham hit .512 with 21 extra base hits, 39 RBIs and 20 stolen bases. While his numbers might not match BJ Upton's junior numbers, his closest comparable, who hit .647, 13 homeruns, 51 RBI and 47 stolen bases, he certainly held his own. Beckham plays in a tougher league being closer to the south than Upton, who played in Virginia.

At 6'2", 191 pounds, Beckham has the natural size and quickness to handle the every day grind up playing shortstop at the highest level. However, if the team feels a move to centerfield is necessary, Beckham certainly is athletic enough to handle the move. In fact, he could even flourish in the outfield where his arm and speed can be utilized even more.

Unfortunately, as with many prospects, Beckham's game is not without flaws. He often does not rotate his hands on his swing, does not follow through with the bat as well as he should and needs some fundamental refinement. However, with some minor coaching, any team who selects Beckham in the coming draft will reap the rewards sooner rather than later.