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Draft Day Surprises and Family Ties | MLB News
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The MLB Draft kicked off in Philly with a wild twist: teams went all-in on hitters, ignoring traditional pitcher-heavy drafts, while family legacies took center stage as stars like Jim Thome’s son and Shohei Ohtani’s teammate joined the pros. The White Sox, Rays, and Twins locked down top prospects, but surprises popped up with Pirates and Royals selecting players ranked far below expectations. Georgia Tech dominated with two top-ten picks, and the draft’s biggest story? Hitters ruled — just one pitcher in the top 15.
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