Dodgers 2018 MLB Draft Recap: Pitchers Everywhere
Between June 4-6, the Dodgers changed the lives of several individuals as they drafted players into the organization. After selecting J.T. Ginn in the first round of the 2018 MLB Draft, the Dodgers followed the trend of drafting pitchers early. They also depended on college talent, selection only five high school talents throughout the draft. Here are the rest of their draft selections:
Round 2: Michael Grove (RHP)- West Virginia
In the second round, they selected right-handed pitcher Michael Grove out of West Virginia University.
Congratulations to Michael Grove, who has been selected by the @Dodgers with the 68th overall pick in the #MLBDraft!#HailWV pic.twitter.com/JaBmc4bPuY
— WVU Baseball (@WVUBaseball) June 5, 2018
Grove posted a 3.13 ERA in 92 innings through his first two years in college before missing this season to Tommy John surgery. He has a mid-90s fastball and an above average slide, but the question remains with his recovery from the surgery.
Round 3: John Rooney (LHP)- Hofstra
Excited to be taking the next step in my career with the @Dodgers organization. Thank you all for your support. https://t.co/XNhk4C0KJ7
— John Rooney (@jroons04) June 5, 2018
In the third round, the Dodgers took left-handed pitcher John Rooney from Hofstra University in New York. He posted a 5.21 ERA through his first two years before posting an ERA of 1.23 during his junior year. He also threw a combined no-hitter this season against Mount St. Mary’s
Round 4: Braydon Fisher (RHP)- Clear Falls HS (TX)
Wow this isn’t even real. Thank you for anybody and everybody that impacted my life in any way. From my teachers, family, friends, coaches, and random people. Y’all have taught me many things, and helped me get one step closer to my ultimate dream, so thanks again!
— braydon fisher (@Braydon_F11) June 5, 2018
The Dodgers took another pitcher, selecting Braydon Fisher out of Clear Falls High School in Texas. He possesses a fastball/slider combination and is currently committed to Lamar University.
Round 5: Devin Mann (2B)- Louisville
With the 164th selection (5th Round) in the 2018 #MLBDraft, the @Dodgers select @UofLBaseball INF Devin Mann (@devinmann444).
? Congrats Devin! #L1C4 #ProCards pic.twitter.com/BNkxdikqFu
— Louisville Baseball (@LouisvilleBSB) June 5, 2018
Finally, in the fifth round, the Dodgers selected a position player in the draft with Devin Mann out of the University of Louisville. Although he is a second baseman, the Dodgers announced him as a shortstop. Over his three years, he hit .288 with 15 home runs and 113 RBI in 167 games.
Round 6: Bryan Warzek (LHP)-New Orleans
Shine bright under those LA lights. Our ace Bryan Warzek (@BWarzek) drafted in sixth round by the Dodgers #SwordsUp?? pic.twitter.com/h9o4aOKEWd
— New Orleans Baseball (@PrivateersBSB) June 5, 2018
Round 7: James Outman (OF)- Sacramento State
Congratulations to James Outman who was selected in the 7th round of the #MLBDraft by the Los Angeles Dodgers. #StingersUp pic.twitter.com/rhKQijaQwb
— Sacramento State Athletics (@hornetsports) June 5, 2018
Round 8: Luke Heyer (2B)- Kentucky
#Dodgers in Round 8 drafted Kentucky infielder Luke Heyer @lukeheyer2 ?? Bio from @UKAthletics website … Gritty, hard-nosed, blue collar player…Has big power from right side… hgt: 6-0, 200 lbs – 2018 stat line: 18 HRs, 57 RBIs, 348 BA, .448 OBP. pic.twitter.com/BlwbB0kHnb
— The Azul (@TrueBlueDoyers) June 5, 2018
Round 9: Josh McLain (OF)- North Carolina State
#Dodgers 9th-rounder this year, North Carolina State @NCState OF Josh McLain, the #Dodgers 9th-rounder this year, was their 14th-rounder last year. 2018 state line: 4 HRs, 40 RBIs, 344 BA, .375 .OBP 12 SBs ?? 2016 All-ACC Third Team pic.twitter.com/3xkUREO6iv
— The Azul (@TrueBlueDoyers) June 5, 2018
Round 10: Deacon Liput (2B)- Florida
For the second year in a row, Deacon Liput gets drafted by the @Dodgers!
He's the fifth player taken from the #Gators through 10 rounds of the 2018 #MLBDraft.
MORE: https://t.co/FgvLi0ZV1G pic.twitter.com/beAJUCMhHM
— Florida Gators Baseball (@GatorsBB) June 5, 2018
Round 11: Stephen Kolek (RHP)- Texas A&M
Round 12: Hunter Feduccia (C)- LSU
Round 13: Dillon Paulson (1B)- USC
Round 14: Brandon White (RHP)-W.F. West HS (WA)
Round 15: Julian Smith (LHP)- Catawba Valley CC
Round 16: Trey Dillard (RHP)- San Jacinto College North
Round 17: Aldrich De Jongh (OF)- Hillsborough CC
Round 18: Niko Hulsizer (OF)- Morehead State
Round 19: Sam McWilliams (OF)- Meridian CC
Round 20: Caleb Sampen (RHP)- Wright State
Round 21: Tre Todd (C)- Liberty
Round 22: Simon Landry (1B)- Pearl River CC
Round 23: Justin Hagenman (RHP)- Penn State
Round 24: Jacen Roberson (OF)- Garces Memorial HS (CA)
Round 25: Hunter Speer (RHP)- William Carey
Round 26: Aaron Ackerman (C)- Illinois Chicago
Round 27: Connor Mitchell (LHP)- Butler
Round 28 Reza Aleaziz (RHP)- Oklahoma State
Round 29: Daniel Robinson (OF)- Central Michigan
Round 30: Matt Cogen (OF)- Belmont
Round 31: Andrew Shaps (LHP)- William Jessup
Round 32: Jacob Gililand (RHP)- Next Level Academy (AL)
Round 33: Drew Avans (OF)- Southeastern Louisiana
Round 34: Austin Drury (LHP)- North Florida
Round 35: Tyler Reichenborn (OF)- Iowa Western CC
Round 36: Jeremiah Vision (OF)- Golden West College
Round 37: Jon Littell (OF)- Oklahoma State
Round 38: Connery Peters (RHP)- Joshua HS (TX)
Round 39: Jordan Myrow (OF)- San Jacinto College North
Round 40: Ben Specht (LHP)- Evangelical Christian School (FL)
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