One of the newest players in the Boston Red Sox organization came as a surprise to many fans. With the 17th overall pick in the 2020 MLB Draft, the Red Sox selected Nick Yorke, an 18-year-old shortstop from Archbishop Mitty High School (San Jose, Calif.).
The team is counting on their sleeper pick, who was ranked No. 139 by MLB Pipeline in their top 200 draft prospects, to become their next power hitter.
Yorke’s offensive ability is what likely impressed Red Sox scouts. Despite a shoulder injury during his junior year that kept him off the field, Yorke still contributed as a designated hitter.