WKU redshirt senior pitcher Ben Morrison (10) throws against UTSA players during WKU's victory over UTSA 9-5 on Saturday, March 31 at Nick Denes Field.
Silas Walker/HERALDWKU baseball pitcher Ben Morrison and center fielder Jacob Rhinesmith were selected in the Major League Baseball Entry Draft this week.
On Tuesday, Morrison was taken in the 10th round with the 301st overall pick. On Wednesday, Rhinesmith was selected by the Washington Nationals in the 18th round, with the 551st overall pick.
Last season, Morrison had a 2.21 ERA in the closer role for the Hilltoppers. He collected seven saves over the course of the season and was selected for the All-Conference USA Second Team.