From Prospect to Pro: Unpacking the Modern MLB Draft Process

from Ask Aaron and EJ - The Brand and The Source · host Aaron Thigpen & Erik Johnson

n a recent episode of "Ask Aaron and Ask EJ," they pull back the curtain on the modern draft. Drawing from their experience with three recently drafted athletes—Tyler Spangler (Phillies, 1st round), Paulie Contreras (Yankees, 4th round), and Jacob Johnson (Cardinals, 17th round)—they revealed a process that has evolved far beyond old-school scouting.

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