#mlb-draft

#mlb-draft

Cam Caminiti, drafted by the Braves, is a promising left-handed pitcher known for his strong fastball and athleticism. His 2025 focus will be skill refinement.

Franklin's career is at a crossroads as he struggles to maintain health and performance in a crucial 2024 season.

The Atlanta Braves signed all 20 of their 2024 MLB draft picks, including top prospect Cam Caminiti to a slot value deal.

JR Ritchie successfully returned from Tommy John surgery in 2024, demonstrating solid control and impressive performance on the mound.

Mitch Farris emerged as a standout pitching prospect for the Braves in 2024, demonstrating exceptional strikeout ability and pitch command.

Owen emerged as a top pitching prospect in 2024 with sensational performances before injury sidelined his progress.

The Washington Nationals won the first pick in the 2025 MLB Draft despite only a 10.20% chance, promising significant future prospects.

The MLB draft lottery determined the order for the 2025 MLB Draft, demonstrating the unpredictable nature of team positioning.

Nationals to pick first in 2025 MLB draft, enhancing their chance to build a strong future roster.

The Nationals' draft strategy is pivotal as they navigate the Rule-5 draft and their recent lottery win.

The Nationals benefited greatly by moving to the No. 1 pick in the MLB amateur draft, which holds immense future value.

Washington Nationals secured the first pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, but scouting options remain open with no clear lock for the selection.

The new draft lottery aims to discourage tanking by altering how top picks are determined.

Giants dropped to the 13th pick in the MLB Draft Lottery, missing the chance to move up.

The Marlins now have a chance for a high draft pick despite a poor record due to new lottery rules.

The Toronto Jays fell to 8th in the MLB draft lottery despite having a good chance at the first overall pick.

Transitioning to professional baseball is crucial for young players. Some adapt slowly, while others excel immediately.

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed 15 out of 18 draft picks, focusing on potential impact players for the future.

Mikey Romero is showing significant improvement and power potential in the Boston Red Sox system.

The Red Sox traded Nick Yorke to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Quinn Priester, prioritizing pitching potential over infield options.

The 2024 MLB draft adds stress for teams with limits on player rosters, forcing difficult decisions about who to keep and who to cut.

The Chicago White Sox face a tough decision on outfield prospect Wilfred Veras before the Rule-5 Draft deadline.

Gunnar Henderson, anticipated as a first-round MLB pick, faced disappointment as he was not selected in the 2019 draft.

Former Vol Garrett Crochet pitched six innings, recording 11 strikeouts and earning his third win for the White Sox.

Teams may be more reluctant to trade from positions of relative strength due to the quick disappearance of surplus in case of injuries.

James Tibbs III has begun his professional baseball career with impressive hitting statistics, indicating a strong potential for future success.

Hagen Smith, a top MLB draft pick, is debuting with Winston-Salem Dash after an impressive college career with Arkansas Razorbacks.

Chase Burns signed the largest bonus in draft history at $9.25MM, surpassing last year's top pick.

Texas A&M catcher Jackson Appel signed with the Chicago White Sox after being picked in the sixth round of the MLB draft.

The Los Angeles Dodgers made 10 selections from rounds 11-20 in the 2024 MLB Draft, totaling 18 players with a mix of college and high school talents.

Hagen Smith signed a record-setting $8 million bonus with the White Sox, becoming one of the top-paid left-handed pitchers in MLB draft history.

The Chicago White Sox signed their No. 1 pick, Hagen Smith, to a record $8 million bonus as the fifth-overall pick in the MLB Draft.

The Chicago White Sox signed most of their 2024 draft picks, including record-setting Hagen Smith with an $8 million bonus.

Vance Honeycutt signed by Orioles as last unsigned first-round pick for $4MM bonus.

Braden Montgomery, a talented Red Sox prospect, faces injury but has potential in both outfield and pitching due to his arm strength.

The 2024 MLB draft is scheduled for July 14-16 in Fort Worth, Texas, with the Texas Rangers hosting. The opening rounds are on July 14 on ESPN.

Tigers sign first-round draftee Bryce Rainer for $5.8MM, slightly above slot value.

Exciting season for Braves farm system with recent call-ups and influx of new talent, creating strongest list since 2022.

The Rays signed first-round pick Theo Gillen to a full slot value bonus of $4.3729MM.

Top draft picks Konnor Griffin, Braden Montgomery signed lucrative deals, covered by MLBTR. Other notable signings include Kaelen Culpepper and Wyatt Sanford above expected slot values.

The Cubs signed third baseman Smith to a $5,070,700 bonus matching their 14th overall pick's slot value, impacting their total draft bonus pool.

The Los Angeles Dodgers selected shortstop Kellon Lindsey as the No. 23 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, believing in his potential and offering him a $3.3 million signing bonus.

Clayton Kershaw's impact on the Los Angeles Dodgers franchise is commemorated with a limited-edition bobblehead by FOCO.

Bobby Miller is progressing in his recovery from a shoulder injury and could soon begin a minor-league rehab assignment.

Ryan Pepiot heads to the injured list after sustaining a calf injury

Despite being selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the MLB Draft, high school shortstop Erik Parker will be playing college baseball at the University of Georgia.

The FOCO released a limited edition Kirk Gibson bobblehead in bighead form, paying tribute to his legendary moment with the Dodgers in 1988.

Several draft prospects received $2MM+ bonuses to forego college commitments in recent days.

Hagen Smith signed the largest deal for a left-handed pitcher in MLB Draft history at $8 million with the Chicago White Sox.

Teams sign top draft picks for over $2MM bonuses.

High school players Morlando and Caminiti signed with Marlins and Braves for $3.4MM and $3.5563MM bonuses, showing variance from slot values and potential in MLB.