The Chicago Cubs have wrapped up the 2023 MLB Draft, and the team went heavy on bats early and wrapped up with a flurry of pitchers in the later rounds.
have wrapped up the 2023 MLB Draft, and the team went heavy on bats early and wrapped up with a flurry of pitchers in the later rounds.
The Cubs also went heavy on the collegiate route this season, with eight of their first 10 picks in this year's draft coming from the college ranks, including first-round pick Matt Shaw and second-round pick Jaxon Wiggins. Other highlights include shortstop Josh Rivera, who pounded 19 home runs and stole 18 bases at Florida this season, and outfielder Brett bateman, who stole 42 bases during his collegiate career at Minnesota.Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know.
, the Cubs came back to the Big Ten to select Bateman, a speedy outfielder who stole 17 bases in 50 games this season. In fact, he stole a total of 42 in his collegiate career, and he backed that up with five stolen bases and 13 RBI’s in the Cape Cod League this season.Long had a breakout season for the Dirtbags, with 15 home runs and 52 RBI’s in 55 games. He slashed .312/.404/.600 in those contests.
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