The Yankees chose shortstop Kaeden Kent of Texas A&M with their third-round pick in the 2025 Draft. Kent, 21, excelled in his junior year with a .943 OPS, 13 home runs, and a 14.7 percent walk rate. Although selected as a shortstop, scouts believe he may ultimately play at second or third base due to arm strength. The Yankees' drafting strategy shows a trend of selecting lower-ranked players, possibly aiming to save money for bolder picks on Day 2 of the draft.
Kaeden Kent, a 21-year-old shortstop from Texas A&M, posted a career-best .943 OPS with 13 home runs and 13 doubles in 56 games during his junior year.
Despite being drafted as a shortstop, scouts believe Kaeden Kent is more likely to transition to second or third base long-term due to his arm strength.
The Yankees' Day 1 selections of Kilby and Kent indicate a strategy of signing below slot values, potentially targeting high school draftees on Day 2.
Kent's father is former NL MVP and five-time All-Star Jeff Kent, who holds the record for most home runs by a second baseman in MLB history.
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