These days all first-round picks are protected from free-agent compensation. SIGN IN TO GO AD-FREE. The Indians have shown a willingness in previous drafts to gamble on upside early over the higher floor players, and thats what Fabian offers them. Draft pick trades are not a thing in baseball yet though (competitive balance lottery picks can be traded and that's it), so the Angels are out of luck. 2022 Mock Drafts 2021 Mock Drafts 2020 Mock Drafts 2019 Mock Drafts 2018 Mock Drafts 2017 Mock Drafts 2016 You're getting a quality prospect either way, and it would leave you with more bonus pool money to spend on players later in the draft. Here is a rundown of the most recent mock drafts from our five main sources, Baseball America, MLB Pipeline, ESPN, the Athletic, and Fangraphs and who they expect the Atlanta Braves to pick with the 24th overall selection. Solid defensive and run traits add to a offensive profile that consistently provides barrel upon barrel. In the field, he uses his incredible speed and athleticism to play a strong outfield. Colton Cowser and Sal Frelick are said to have been scouted pretty hard by KC as well. Waldrep is a fantastic athlete with a track record of punching out hitters in the best conference in the country. The three-day event begins Sunday, July 11. Throughout the spring the Tigers have been connected to Mayer pretty heavily and it's hard to see him falling beyond this pick (which helps his negotiating leverage with Pittsburgh). The run on high school shortstops finally comes to an end at No. Yes, even in a Superflex league. San Francisco has not taken a pitcher in the first round since Phil Bickford in 2015 and I don't see that changing now, at least not based on how the board lines up in this mock draft. Crunch time. Oakland has been linked to a number of different bats and Mooney could fit what the As are looking for as a player that offers some upside at an up-the-middle position while also providing a high enough floor as a player already displaying impressive tools. 2021 Mock 7.0. For analysis of every first-round pick, go to our Draft Tracker . 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and mock draft experts seem to be split The Cubs have been connected to several high school players, including Harry Ford, Lonnie White, and Andrew Painter. Teel is a unicorn, enough said there. Cusick also lacks a third pitch, though hes thrown a cutter in the past and offered a changeup at times in 2021. The Rockies reportedly want a hitter, and theyd be more than happy with landing Watson. Los Angeles Angels: Ky Bush, LHP, St. Mary's College (CA) 2022 Mock Drafts 2021 Mock Drafts 2020 Mock Drafts 2019 Mock Drafts Seattle wants a bat to draft, and Cowser offers one of the best college hit/speed combinations in this years class. That said, the Yankees have invested heavily in their pitcher development infrastructure in recent years and Painter is the perfect little ball of clay for their staff given his command, four-pitch mix, and athleticism. High school righties are a risky demographic and this would be a bit of an off-the-board pick for the Tigers. The fastball projects plus, the changeup projects plus or better, theres a curveball and slider that are both legitimate weapons too. He has only twelve strikeouts since the beginning of last spring, which is mind-blowing to think about. We've got a very strong class Baltimore made a similar move last year in reaching to take Arkansas outfielder Heston Kjerstad second overall, but this time instead of power upside, the Orioles go for Frelick and his hit/speed combination. This is going to be the first of three picks in the next ten for Seattle and they'll start off with a bit of splurge in two-way prep Bryce Eldridge. They were stripped of their top two picks this year and last as part of their punishment for the sign-stealing scandal. One thing is certain with Mike Elias and the Orioles. 2 Round - 32 Team: Mock Draft Mock Draft. Rangers: Jack Leiter, RHP, Vanderbilt 3. We have got to make a good selection. 49. While the Cubs have targeted pitching early and often in the past couple of drafts, they will use the 13th pick this season to select an athletic middle-infielder, another profile they love. Any number of the players selected before this pick are on the Reds list as well. 44. It's not often that you find someone with Bradfield's speed, which grades out at the top of the scales. He was a potential top-10 pick before going under the knife, and the injury means he should come at a discount, giving Cincinnati the ability to do something real big with those extra selections. It's a very easy operation on the bump, routinely in the low-90's with an ability to run it up to 95+, pairing that with two breaking balls and a solid change-up. All signs point to an infatuation between Ford and the Marlins brass. June 11 mock pick:OF Benny Montgomery, Red Land HS (Pennsylvania), Pick:OF Sal Frelick, Boston College ($4,036,800 slot value). NFL MOCK DRAFT. 2021 MLB Mock Draft: High school shortstops, Vanderbilt arms among the top prospects, Who is confirmed to swing in the Home Run Derby. There's some pop in the bat, though he's never going to be a power force. It's legitimate five-tool potential here. Before getting injured, Troy was off to a strong start at the plate, picking up where he left off from on the Cape. 1. Round 1 1 Trevor Lawrence QB | Clemson 2 Justin Fields QB | Ohio State 3 Micah Davis falling here would likely make Kansas City think twice. We've got a very strong class coming together as we've got both high school and college games thriving throughout the country. The 2021 MLB Draft gets underway July 11. Time to start focusing in on specific players. A shortstop with tons of upside and a home just a few miles from Globe Life Park? June 11 mock pick:SS/RHP Spencer Schwellenbach, Nebraska, Pick:SS Alex Mooney, St. Mary's Prep (Michigan) ($2,740,300 slot value). The Astros have the smallest bonus pool at $2,940,600 as a result of their forfeited picks. More and more, were hearing the Red Sox have the Vandy Boys circled. 15. DATABASE. The Padres love to take preps in the first round, and Miller fits the bill--especially since San Diego notably took an injured prep (RHP Dylan Lesko) in the first round last year. 48. Little by little, some information trickles in as we narrow down who teams have circled on their big boards. @ JonathanMayo. 21. He'll need to continue turning up the heat in conference play, but there's a ton to like here and he'd fit well in the Yankees system. Given his profile of command-over-stuff and SEC track record, the Cardinals are getting a starting pitcher here who should be ready to contribute to their big league rotation by 2024 at the very latest. The latest smoke from the national media is that Carolina is now leaning Bryce Young with their first overall pick. Minnesota Twins: Chase Petty, RHP, Mainland Regional HS (NJ) 2021 MLB Draft 9 days to go until the 2021 MLB Draft. The high school shortstop has one of the best hit tools and some raw power that excites many scouts, especially when combined with his above-average defense at shortstop. If the Yankees are willing to wait on him to come back from surgery, as they did with South Carolina hurler Clarke Schmidt back in 2017, who also underwent surgery before the draft, they could be getting a steal. On top of that, he offers a wipeout slider and above-average changeup to give him a well-rounded repertoire. Pick:C Henry Davis, Louisville ($6,180,700 slot value), GM Mike Elias pioneered the practice of cutting below-slot deals early in the draft and using the savings on later round picks when he ran drafts for the Astros, and he's continued it with the Orioles. 1 overall. 2023 Mock Drafts 2024 Mock Drafts 2025 Mock Drafts. Mocks. Harry Ford could be a dark horse. The latter is currently below average. Weve also heard Colson Montgomerys name pop up here as well. Walker Jenkins, Outfielder, South Brunswick. 9 days to go until the 2021 MLB Draft. 12. They're all important.". The discussion around this draft has been that there is no consensus No. He certainly fits the Rays model of recent years and hes been surging. Welcome to Bleacher Report's 2021 MLB mock draft 3.0! 17. Others have mentioned David Fletcher as a comp. 2QB/Superflex Rookie Mock Draft 1.01 Bijan Robinson (RB) Height: 511 Weight: 215 With the first overall pick, it has to be Texas RB Bijan Robinson. 55. The Giants have had their scouting contingencies spread out all year and seemingly have a new heavy target every month. McLain came into the 2021 year ranked much higher by evaluators, but got off to a slow start. Round 1 1 Trevor Lawrence QB | Clemson 2 Justin The run of college hitters is on. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. 2021 8.0. Cincinnati Reds: Jay Allen, CF, John Carroll Catholic HS (FL), 31. If Cleveland can get him to click, it could be getting a steal late in the first. There were times earlier this year where he was considered a potential top-10 pick, though an up-and-down spring (and college career, really) has pushed him down draft boards. Publication date: Monday, July 19th 2021 a 02:54 pm. Arizona Diamondbacks: Jordan Lawlar, SS, Jesuit HS (TX) 14. 35 (competitive balance lottery) picks and that gives them a lot of bonus pool money and a lot of flexibility. That said, Mozzicato is getting a ton of buzz well before this pick. Bednar all but sealed his first round status with an incredible College World Series. After Cowser and Frelick are off the board, San Francisco will probably be looking at Wicks as their pick. For analysis of every first-round pick, go to our Draft Tracker. We're just getting closer to the stretch run. MLB does not have a draft lottery. 7. It's excellent plate discipline. If Fabian is to land in the first round, this is a good starting point. 1 overall. Los Angeles Dodgers: Maddux Bruns, LHP, UMS Wright Prep School (AL), 30. DATABASE. 2023 Mock Drafts 2024 Mock Drafts 2025 Mock Drafts. June 11 mock pick:RHP Michael McGreevy, UC Santa Barbara, Pick:C Joe Mack, Williamsville East HS (New York) ($3,027,000 slot value). 36. Its a deep draft class and not particularly heavy at the top. Padres GM A.J. The Rays have shown in the past they can do a lot with high floor batters and Sweeney fits that mold well. Weve also heard Oakland connected to Trey Sweeney, Joe Mack and Wes Kath here, among several others. Trey Sweeney is a name whos received a lot of helium at this spot as well. Watson has generated a lot of buzz to go higher than No. While it's a higher floor profile, Lowder has elite pitchability and a very good three-pitch mix. Rocker was already coveted out of high school, and hes gotten even better with improved command and refined secondary offerings. June 11 mock pick: 2B Peyton Stovall, Haughton HS (Louisiana), Pick:2B Peyton Stovall, Haughton HS (Louisiana) ($2,424,600 slot value). Draft date: July 11th 2021 @ 6:00 PM, July 13th 2021, in Atlanta, GA. The Sox have also been connected to Lawlar and Kahlil Watson here. New York Mets: Calvin Ziegler, RHP, St. Mary's Catholic SS (ON) 57. Wilken has been a formidable force in a daunting Wake Forest lineup the past two years and seems to have taken a step forward in 2023. Rays brass have been circling the wagons on Kinney of late and his name has surged in draft circles elsewhere. Carolina Panthers (Via Chi): Bryce Young Quarterback, Alabama. He hasnt hit for a ton of over-the-fence power, but he rarely goes to the plate hunting, looking to work deep into counts and take what the pitcher gives him. 32 pick in the competitive balance lottery. Atlanta has also been looking long and hard at Will Taylor and Lonnie White. Tampa Bay Rays: Kyle Manzardo, 1B, Washington State, Competitive balance round B No team will risk that this high in the draft. Past. Milwaukee Brewers: Sal Frelick, CF, Boston College 11. 2022 Mock Drafts 2021 Mock Drafts 2020 Mock Drafts In an effort to better market the event, MLB has pushed the draft back to the All-Star break this season, rather than its usual first week of June. Current. It just so happens that a dynamic SEC hurler is available for them to take at this spot. The only consistent intel on the Rockies the last few weeks is that they're leaning toward a hitter. In this mock draft the Mariners have their pick of the three best college hitters not named Davis. Chicago White Sox: Colson Montgomery, SS, Southridge HS (IN) section: | slug: 2021-mlb-mock-draft-pirates-take-prep-shortstop-no-1-vandys-kumar-rocker-and-jack-leiter-go-in-top-10 | sport: baseball | route: article_single.us | Toronto Blue Jays: Gunnar Hoglund, RHP, Ole Miss Carolina Panthers (Via Chi): Bryce Young Quarterback, Alabama The latest smoke from the national media is that Carolina is now leaning Bryce Young with their first overall pick. Here is our first 2021 MLB amateur mock draft and below is our second, updated based on the latest chatter, speculation, and rumors. Kuehler is the best mid-major arm out there. Maybe even seven players. Coupling Williams with one of Hoglund, Wicks or Bednar would make for two college arms that figure to contribute at the big league level by 2023. In a short amount of time, Sweeney has improved his draft stock by showing off one of the best hit tools in college and some pop that could grow to be an average or better tool for him. Were getting close. Mayer and Lawler won't get here, but Watson is still on the board in our mock draft, and he's the best available. 52. We have The Braves get their guy here. DATABASE. Web2021 MLB Draft Results No. The Diamondbacks have shown an affinity to high-profile preps in the past, and Lawlar certainly fits that bill. New York Yankees: Trey Sweeney, SS, Eastern Illinois 28. 2021 redraft. I think the local kid with big upside will be difficult to pass up. While it is certainly possible that Dollander would be overslot at #6, the A's possession of a Competitive Balance Round A pick should give them the flexibility to get a deal done. SIGN IN TO GO AD-FREE. 45. He has the plus bat speed to go to his pull-side but is just as adept shooting the ball the other way and letting his 70-grade wheels do the work. 1 selection (that doesn't mean he's going to sign a massively below-slot bonus, of course), so he's the pick here. The Mets have also been connected to Sam Bachman, Ty Madden, Gunnar Hoglund, Colson Montgomery and Sal Frelick as well here. Theres akin to a Tyler Glasnow in Cusick, though hes got development in front of him in terms of command, pitch design and sequencing to reach that sort of value on the bump. This is kind of contact prowess that the Marlins need in their farm system and he could fast track his way to the majors. Frelick is the prototypical modern prospect as an undersized (listed at 5-foot-9) hitter with a short and quick swing geared for contact, and tremendous athleticism. It is no secret the Twins lean on exit velocity as an evaluation tool and Del Castillo has it in spades. He finished strong though, and his brand of power is hard to find. 19. The 2023 MLB Draft will be held from July 9th thru July 11th in Seattle, Washington in conjunction with All-Star Weekend festivities. We have the Twins landing Jackson Merrill here, mostly because they prefer to go with the bat with more power potential than positional versatility. Please disable your ad blocker to view the video content. 9. Jonathan Mayo. Theyve been very complimentary of him in recent weeks and he certainly fits an organizational need behind the plate. Rangers brass Chris Young and Skip Fagg are said to be enamored by Leiter and his meta-suited fastball. In the field, Troy will primarily play second but has the athleticism to back up other infield positions if needed. Colorado Rockies: Joe Rock, LHP, Ohio 27. The Cubs have not been afraid to take risks and shoot for the moon the last few years, and Fabian fits. Holding exit velocities and contact rates that are near the top of the class. McLain not only fits a system need, but this is about where he makes sense to come off the board. After a dazzling outing in the final game of the College World Series to help deliver his team the win, Bednar is certainly going to be continuing his rise up prospect rankings. They address catching (both?) We're taking our best shot at what the draft will look like when the commissioner reads the first-round picks on July 11. This is guy who could hit near .300 with 15-20 homers and a high on-base, although there is some concern about how he opens up to drive balls pullside. The Sox have been connected to Colson Montgomery, Will Bednar, and a number of prep bats here, but ultimately Muncy represents the best player available on their board. Here's a look at what the first round could look like. Pick:C Adrian Del Castillo, Miami ($2,653,400 slot value). 2 to the Rangers, but here, hes falling to the Rockies. Rocker makes some sense here, as does Benny Montgomery and Sam Bachman. 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