Tate Southisene was selected by the Atlanta Braves as the 22nd overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, breaking a trend of pitcher selections. He is a promising shortstop from Basic High School in Nevada, with a balanced skill set that yields potential average and power hitting capabilities. Southisene possesses above-average speed and an impressive arm, although he is considered an average defender at shortstop. His selection indicates the Braves' desire to enhance their position player depth and seek immediate impact talent in their roster.
Tate Southisene is an intriguing hitter and the younger brother of last year's Cubs 4th rounder Ty Southisene. The two are very different players, with Tate being bigger and having more power potential.
He has a good feel for hitting for both average and power, potentially 50 grades on both, with above average speed. Defensively he has an above average arm and is an average defender at short.
There wasn't much buzz surrounding the Braves and Tate Southisene prior to the draft, but they've been looking at prep shortstops for years and especially this draft process.
With Southisene, the Braves have an influx of immediate talent with impact potential, and he could also come in a bit under slot, giving them flexibility with their later picks.
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