#mlb-draft

#mlb-draft

Hartman was selected with Atlanta's 20th round pick in the 2024 draft, using the 611th overall selection on the outfielder from Holy Trinity Academy out of Alberta, Canada. He was given a signing bonus $337,500, which was understandably significantly higher than his slot value. What were the expectations in 2025? When it was announced the Braves had actually signed all 20 selections in their 2024 class - including Hartman - it came as a bit of a surprise.

2025 there were not many expectations for E.J. He has been a player that has shown flashes of brilliance, but over the course of a season pretty average numbers. E.J. possesses solid tools like his bat speed, overall in game speed, solid power, and the ability to play multiple positions in the infield - so he was a valuable prospect, but there weren't many MLB grades given to his tools so he was considered more of a depth player.

There were some solid expectations for Owen as the Braves were able to agree to terms with him and sign him for $150K following the draft. Any time you have that kind of payout to a player later in the draft it indicates the teams willingness to bank on their scouting, and it's safe to assume Owen made a lot of people happy with his 2025 performance.

As Colletti detailed, Hochevar being available in 2006 pushed back every pitching prospect by one, given that Hochevar went No. 1 overall that year. Four pitchers would be selected after Hochevar, including the Detroit Tigers taking southpaw Andrew Miller right before the Dodgers. If Hochevar had signed with LA the year prior, there would be one less pitcher available, and perhaps the Dodgers wouldn't be able to take Kershaw at No. 7.

Lots of positives with #WhiteSox right now but Hagen Smith's struggles are a massive disappointment. I'm getting Carson Fulmer vibes and they passed on premium hitting talent to take him as a fast moving college arm. Brian Bannister has a project on his hands.- James Fox (@JamesFox917) August 24, 2025 Fulmer was the highly regarded pitching prospect out of Vanderbilt that the team took with the No. 8 pick in the 2015 MLB Draft.

Hernandez is a highly talented prospect with ace potential, sitting in the mid-90s with his fastball and capable of reaching triple digits.

Fauske was named the Illinois Gatorade Player of the Year after dominating at the high school level with Major League Baseball scouts salivating at the potential he attains.

Gavin Fien, signed by the Rangers for $4.8MM, is projected as a long-term third baseman despite concerns over his hitting mechanics and swing stiffness.

In 2009, the Nats selected Stephen Strasburg, a number two overall prospect and top pitcher, leading to a Hall of Fame worthy career and their first World Series title.

Despite MLB's intentions to enhance the draft experience, attendance has dwindled over the years. The lack of players particularly affects the marketing aspect, which commissioner Rob Manfred emphasized as crucial.

As a Ram, the Madison, Connecticut, native sits at the top of the program record book in career runs scored, home runs, runs batted in, total bases, extra-base hits and walks.

Teams are actively working on signing their drafted players, with the Mariners reportedly reaching an agreement with third-overall pick Kade Anderson, as the deadline approaches on July 28.

The Yankees selected Dax Kilby with their first pick in the MLB Draft, signaling a potential shift in their player development strategy. Scouting director Damon Oppenheimer provided insights into the team’s selections and their evaluation process, indicating a focus on diverse talents.

Seven Virginia Cavaliers were selected in the MLB Draft, marking the program’s highest total since 2015 and the highest ever in the first 20 rounds.

Mitch Voit celebrated a three-run triple during a game against USC by mimicking snorting cocaine, leading to a viral video and subsequent apology.