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Zach Joyce Drafted by Angels; Twin Brother Ben Made MLB Debut with LAA in May

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The Los Angeles Angels are keeping it in the family.

In the 14th round of the 2023 MLB draft on Monday, the Angels selected Tennessee Volunteers right-handed pitcher Zach Joyce. His twin brother Ben Joyce, who is also a right-handed hurler, made his major-league debut for Los Angeles in May.

Dani Wexelman

*May 29*

Zach Joyce was deployed as a reliever for the Vols in 2023, pitching 10.1 innings with a 4.35 ERA and 17 strikeouts. Tennessee's season came to an end in the College World Series against LSU, which went on to win the national title.