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Top Pick or Hidden Gem | MLB News
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The MLB Draft’s top pick rarely wins the long-term race—only nine of the first 60 picks (1965–2024) truly stood out. With the White Sox holding the 2026 No. 1 pick, history warns: flashy first-rounders often miss the mark, while late-round gems like Nick Kurtz, Pete Crow-Armstrong, and Tarik Skubal have outshone their high-profile peers. Scouts and teams must remember: the real stars aren’t always picked first—development and scouting matter more than the draft order.
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