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Why didn’t the Phillies Draft this Impressive Prospect?

Alabama pitcher Dylan Smith (25) checks the Florida base runner taking a lead from first during the SEC Tournament Thursday, May 27, 2021, in the Hoover Met in Hoover, Alabama. [Staff Photo/Gary Cosby Jr.] Sec Tournament Alabama Vs Florida

Did the Phillies miss out by not drafting Dylan Smith?

Alabama record holder. NCAA All-Tournament selection. Top-tier MLB Draft prospect. Dylan Smith fits all three of these descriptions.

In 2021, the Alabama right-handed pitcher burst onto the scene. His third collegiate season was his best yet, and he finished third in Alabama history in strikeouts in a single season with 113.