For the first time since taking Tanner Houck 24th overall in 2017, the Red Sox have selected a pitcher in the first round of an MLB Draft.
Boston chose right-handed pitcher Kyson Witherspoon with the 15th overall pick in the 2025 Draft.
The 20-year-old Witherspoon stands as an intriguing addition to Boston’s prospect pipeline after a standout season at the University of Oklahoma.
Here are four things to know about the promising righty:
He was considered one of the top arms in college baseball
Former Rockies GM Dan O’Dowd had high praise for Witherspoon shortly after Boston selected him on Sunday.