2021 MLB Draft Results
The 2021 MLB Draft is Over and Here’s What Happened
The 2021 MLB Draft is now in the books, and there were plenty of surprises and noteworthy events. A total of 160 players were selected, with the majority of them coming from college baseball. The 2021 MLB Draft was a unique one, due to the shortened season and the lack of a Minor League Baseball season, making it hard to judge some players. But that didn't stop teams from grabbing some of the best talent in the country.
Kansas City Royals Select Two Of Top Three Picks
The Kansas City Royals had the first overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft and they selected high school shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. from Colleyville Heritage High School in Texas. Witt is ranked as the top player in the draft and is considered to have some of the best raw talent amongst the draft class. He is a five-tool player who is expected to contribute right away at the big league level. The Royals also selected University of Arkansas outfielder Heston Kjerstad with the second overall pick. Kjerstad is a power hitter who is expected to provide both power and speed to the Royals lineup.
St. Louis Cardinals Make Big Moves In Draft
The St. Louis Cardinals had the third overall pick in the 2021 MLB Draft, and they used it to select University of Tennessee right-handed pitcher Kumar Rocker. Rocker is considered to be one of the best pitchers in the draft and he is expected to contribute to the Cardinals rotation right away. The Cardinals also made a big move in the second round, selecting high school shortstop Jordan Walker from Decatur High School in Georgia. Walker is considered to be one of the best defensive shortstops in the draft, and he is expected to make an immediate impact on the Cardinals.
Other Notable Picks
The 2021 MLB Draft also included several other notable picks. The Chicago White Sox selected high school outfielder Ed Howard with the fourth overall pick. The Cincinnati Reds selected high school shortstop Austin Hendrick with the 12th overall pick. The San Francisco Giants selected University of Arkansas right-hander Connor Noland with the 19th overall pick. The Los Angeles Angels selected University of Miami right-hander Slade Cecconi with the 25th overall pick. The Washington Nationals selected University of Virginia right-hander Mike Vasil with the 30th overall pick. The Tampa Bay Rays selected high school shortstop Blaze Jordan with the 32nd overall pick.
Impact Of 2021 MLB Draft On Future Of Baseball
The 2021 MLB Draft will have a major impact on the future of baseball. The players selected in the draft are expected to make an immediate impact on their respective teams. The 2021 draft class also includes a variety of players from across the country, as well as international players. This is a great sign for the future of baseball, as teams are looking to build a roster for the future that includes players from all backgrounds.
Conclusion
The 2021 MLB Draft is now in the books and teams were able to select some of the best talent in the country. The draft also included a variety of international players, which is a great sign for the future of the game. With the talent selected in the draft, teams now have the pieces in place to compete for a championship in the coming years.