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Guardians stockpile college bats in 2025 MLB Draft, take Jace LaViolette with first-round pick
The Guardians drafted Texas A&M outfielder Jace LaViolette with their first choice Sunday night. He’s a 6-foot-6, 240-pound outfielder with power and athleticism to make scouts salivate. Earlier this year, his name surfaced in chatter about the No. 1 pick.
Guardians select Texas A&M outfielder Jace LaViolette in first round of MLB Draft
The Guardians selected Texas A&M outfielder Jace LaViolette with their first-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. LaViolette, a power-hitting left-handed hitter, was ranked as the No. 20 overall prospect by MLB Pipeline. The Guardians used overall pick No. 27 to add him to their minor league system.
The Guardians organizationally have shown a preference for hitters who prioritize contact. With their top selection in the 2025 MLB Draft, they shifted their focus to raw power. At No. 27 overall on ...
The Cleveland Guardians needed more offensive-minded outfielders in their farm system, and addressed that need, selecting ...
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