The Braves signed first and second round picks Tate Southisene and Alex Lodise for less than slot value, allowing them to allocate funds for higher bonuses to Briggs McKenzie and Conor Essenburg in later rounds. McKenzie received the largest bonus in Atlanta's draft class. The Angels signed second-round pick Chase Shores for a deal corresponding to slot value for his pick. Shores has an impressive physical profile but questions remain about his control and secondary pitches.
The Braves reached underslot deals with first and second round picks Tate Southisene and Alex Lodise, enabling them to go above slot for fourth and fifth round picks.
McKenzie received a near-$3MM bonus, the highest in Atlanta's class, while Southisene, a right-handed prep infielder, placed 43rd on Baseball America's rankings.
The Angels agreed to a $2.0772MM deal with second-rounder Chase Shores, a 6'8″ right-handed pitcher, essentially slot value for the #47 pick.
Shores recorded a 5.09 ERA over 63 2/3 innings in his draft year, with 70 strikeouts and 31 walks, but is seen as having potential.
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