White Sox Draft Picks Set for Surprise Pro Debuts
Briefly

The Chicago White Sox are sending four members of their 2025 MLB Draft class directly into minor league action, bypassing the usual 'Bridge Leagues.' Colby Shelton, Anthony DePino, and Ely Brown will play for the Low-A Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, while Kyle Lodise will skip Low-A and go straight to High-A Winston-Salem Dash. Shelton, noted for being a top prospect, and DePino, recognized for a notable 20-20 season, highlight the team's aggressive strategy to fast-track their players into competitive play.
The Chicago White Sox are sending four new draft picks straight into minor league action, skipping the typical 'Bridge Leagues.' Colby Shelton, Anthony DePino, and Ely Brown will join the Low-A Kannapolis Cannon Ballers, while Kyle Lodise jumps directly to High-A Winston-Salem Dash.
Colby Shelton, a sixth-rounder from Alabama, is seen as the White Sox's 'quickest to the big leagues' prospect, noted for his significant production in the SEC.
Anthony DePino, from Rhode Island, recently completed a remarkable 20-20 season in D-I baseball. His power hitting has raised speculation about a future transition to first base.
Kyle Lodise from Georgia Tech brings a strong performance, hitting 16 home runs with a 1.095 OPS. Scouts appreciate his instincts and maturity as he joins Winston-Salem.
Read at Yahoo Sports
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