Attention LSU Baseball fans! The anticipation is building up as the 2024 MLB Draft kicks off today at 6 pm CST on ESPN. This event holds significant importance for baseball enthusiasts, especially those rooting for LSU players, commits, and transfers. Let's dive into the exciting world of the MLB Draft and see where our beloved Tigers stand in this year's prospects rankings.
LSU's Impressive Representation
The Tigers have truly left a mark on the MLB.COM 2024 Prospects rankings, with a total of 10 players in the top 125 spots . Among these top talents is Derek Curiel, positioned at an impressive No. 117. While his decision to remove himself from the player pool was unexpected, it gives head coach Jay Johnson one less prospect to sweat making it to campus.
The Countdown Begins
As the clock ticks closer to the commencement of the 1st Round, the excitement and nervousness among LSU Baseball fans are palpable. Each pick holds the promise of a bright future for these players, and our hearts beat in rhythm with every announcement, eagerly waiting to see where our favorite athletes land.
The Headliners of the Class
SS/ OF - Konnor Griffin (No. 9) The 6'4" 215 pound Gatorade National Player of the Year has been committed to LSU for quite some time and is expected to be a Top 10 Draft pick at minimum.
LHP- Cam Caminiti (No. 15) Caminiti a 6'2" 195 pound prospect is a two-way player that has been committed to LSU for awhile as well and reclassified from the 2025 class to the 2024 class. Cam is the cousin of former MLB great Ken Caminiti.
RHP - William Schmidt (No. 16) The 6'4" 180 pound pitching prospect is the hometown boy that pitched at Catholic HS in BR that led his team to both State and National championships. In a last minute decision Schmidt pulls his name from the draft .
3B - Tommy White (No. 20) The 6'1" 228 pound third baseman is one who needs no introduction. Tommy "Tanks" has been a star since stepping foot on campus in BR and will leave a legend who displayed his heroics in the 2023 CWS and much more.
The remaining players to be paying attention to are No. 45 LHP Luke Holman (LSU), No.57 LHP Boston Bateman (Signee), No. 62 LHP Gage Jump (LSU), No. 115 C Cade Arrambide (Signee), No. 119 1B Jared Jones (LSU), No. 121 3B Kale Fountain (Signee) .
For LSU Baseball fans, the MLB Draft is not just a ceremony; it's a moment of pride,exhilaration, and sweating bullets. As we witness the future of our beloved team unfold before our eyes, every selection brings with it a surge of hope and enthusiasm.
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