azcentral.com · May 29, 2019
2019 MLB Draft: Studs, locals, steals and what else you need to know
Get your draft hats on, folks.
The MLB draft begins on June 3 and here is why you should be paying attention.
The studs
Who will be the next big-league superstar? Is there a Mike Trout, Clayton Kershaw or Carlos Correa in this year's draft?
The consensus top prospect is Oregon State catcher Adley Rutschman, who is having a dominant junior season for the Beavers.
Most believe it is a foregone conclusion that Rutschman, who is hitting over .400 this season and is equally lauded for his defense, will be the first catcher selected No. 1 overall since Joe Mauer in 2002. The Baltimore Orioles have the first pick this year.