Tracking the Future Stars: A Comprehensive Look at the 2025 MLB Draft
The anticipation is building as the 2025 MLB Draft approaches. With every team vying for the top picks, it’s a crucial event that could shape the future of the league. As we count down to draft day, let’s take a closer look at the players who are expected to make a big impact in the years to come.
The Top Prospects
Scouts and analysts have been keeping a close eye on the top prospects leading up to the draft. Among them is high school phenom, Jake Johnson, who has been dominating on the mound with his impressive fastball and devastating curveball. Another standout is college standout, Sarah Rodriguez, who has been turning heads with her powerful swing and exceptional fielding skills.
Surprise Picks
Every draft has its fair share of surprises, and the 2025 MLB Draft is no exception. Keep an eye out for under-the-radar players who could make a big impact in the league. One such player is junior college standout, Alex Chen, who has been making a name for himself with his lightning-fast speed and impressive
The 2025 MLB Draft: Washington Nationals Select Oklahoma High School Shortstop Eli Willits at No. 1
The highly anticipated 2025 MLB Draft has officially begun, with the first three rounds taking place on Sunday night. The Washington Nationals made the first pick of the draft, selecting Oklahoma high school shortstop Eli Willits at No. 1.
Surprises and Uncertainty in the First Three Rounds
The draft was filled with surprises and uncertainty, as teams were unsure of how the picks would fall. UC Santa Barbara righty Tyler Bremner, ranked No. 13 in Yahoo Sports’ top 50, went second to the Los Angeles Angels. Top prospects Kade Anderson (LHP, LSU) and Ethan Holiday (SS, Stillwater HS) were selected third and fourth by the Seattle Mariners and Colorado Rockies, respectively.
Full List of Picks in the 2025 MLB Draft
The draft will continue on Monday with rounds 4-20. Below is the full list of every pick made in the first three rounds of the 2025 MLB Draft:
1. Washington Nationals: Eli Willits, SS, Fort Cobb-Broxton HS, Fort Cobb, Okla.
2. Los Angeles Angels: Tyler Bremner, RHP, UC Santa Barbara
3. Seattle Mariners: Kade Anderson, LHP, LSU
4. Colorado Rockies: Ethan Holliday, SS, Stillwater HS, Okla.
5. St. Louis Cardinals: Liam Doyle, LHP, Tennessee
6. Pittsburgh Pirates: Seth Hernandez, RHP, Corona HS, Calif.
7. Miami Marlins: Aiva Arquette, SS, Oregon State
8. Toronto Blue Jays: JoJo Parker, SS, Purvis HS, Miss.
9. Cincinnati Reds: Steele Hall, SS, Hewitt-Trussville HS, Ala.
10. Chicago White Sox: Billy Carlson, SS, Corona HS, Calif.
11. Athletics: Jamie Arnold, LHP, Florida State
12. Texas Rangers: Gavin Fien, 3B, Great Oak HS, Calif.
13. San Francisco Giants: Gavin Kilen, 2B/SS, Tennessee
14. Tampa Bay Rays: Daniel Pierce, SS, Mill Creek HS, Ga.
15. Boston Red Sox: Kyson Witherspoon, RHP, Oklahoma
16. Minnesota Twins: Marek Houston, SS, Wake Forest
17. Chicago Cubs: Ethan Conrad, OF, Wake Forest
18. Arizona Diamondbacks: Kayson Cunningham, SS/2B, Johnson HS, Texas
19. Baltimore Orioles: Ike Irish, OF/C, Auburn
20. Milwaukee Brewers: Andrew Fischer, 1B/3B, Tennessee
21. Houston Astros: Xavier Neyens, SS/3B, Mount Vernon HS, Wash.
22. Atlanta Braves: Tate Southisene, SS/OF, Basic HS, Nev.
23. Kansas City Royals: Sean Gamble, 2B/OF, IMG Academy, Fla.
24. Detroit Tigers: Jordan Yost, SS, Sickles HS, Fla.
25. San Diego Padres: Kruz Schoolcraft, LHP, Sunset HS, Ore.
26. Philadelphia Phillies: Gage Wood, RHP, Arkansas
27. Cleveland Guardians: Jace LaViolette, OF, Texas A&M University
28. Kansas City Royals: Josh Hammond, 3B, Wesleyan Christian Academy, N.C.
29. Arizona Diamondbacks: Patrick Forbes, RHP, Louisville
30. Baltimore Orioles: Caden Bodine, C, Coastal Carolina
31. Baltimore Orioles: Wehiwa Aloy, SS, Arkansas
32. Milwaukee Brewers: Brady Ebel, SS, Corona HS, Calif.
33. Boston Red Sox: Marcus Phillips, RHP, Tennessee
34. Detroit Tigers: Michael Oliveto, C, Hauppauge HS, NY
35. Seattle Mariners: Luke Stevenson, C, North Carolina
36. Minnesota Twins: Riley Quick, RHP, Alabama
37. Baltimore Orioles: Slater de Brun, OF, Summit HS, Ore.
38. New York Mets: Mitch Voit, TWP, Michigan
39. New York Yankees: Dax Kilby, SS, Newnan HS, Ga.
40. Los Angeles Dodgers: Zachary Root, LHP, Arkansas
