#mlb-draft

#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.

The Sox used a whopping 15 of their 21 picks on pitchers, a marked departure from the draft strategy employed in the Bloom years.

Landen Payne, a former St. Martin Yellow Jacket, was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the 18th round of the 2025 MLB Draft, with a total of 526 picks made.

The Miami Marlins drafted 21 college players for the first time in franchise history, avoiding high school selections entirely.

He struck out 73 batters while holding opponents to only 19 extra-base hits, the fewest among Tech pitchers with more than 50 innings pitched. He was named ACC pitcher of the week in the penultimate week of the regular season after tossing a seven-inning, one-hit complete game against No. 20 Louisville.

In the recent past, the Jays would usually go for a run of college hitters early on day 2, typically with a lone higher bonus upside play.