The 2025 draft class also includes a talented high school catcher and collegiate outfielder that figure to join Kruz Schoolcraft as top-20 talents when they sign. Maybe higher. After all, the trade deadline is around the corner and who’s who in the Padres system might look quite a bit different after Preller finishes his shopping for the big-league team.

There is no tried and true way to "win" the MLB draft. Every team always says it simply picks the best player available, and even those typically need years of training and reps before reaching the majors.

The San Diego Padres stayed in character Sunday, using their top selection in the MLB Draft on a high school player for a ninth consecutive year. This time, with the 25th pick, they settled on 6-foot-8 left-hander Kruz Schoolcraft.

Major League Baseball Draft gets underway on Sunday during All-Star Week festivities in suburban Atlanta, so it's time for some last-minute cramming. We've been getting you amply prepared with rundowns of the top prospects and regular mock drafts,

The Boston Red Sox selected Kyson Witherspoon in the first round of the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft on Sunday with the No. 15 overall pick. Boston's selec

The 2025 college baseball season officially ended Sunday with the LSU Tigers crowned national champions after they beat Coastal Carolina in the College World Series finals. With that, attention in the amateur baseball world now shifts to the upcoming MLB draft.