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The 2025 MLB Draft, held over two days, saw 615 picks across 20 rounds. MLB Pipeline has highlighted standout selections from each team, noting instances where organizations secured top talent or great value.

In the first round, the Toronto Blue Jays selected JoJo Parker, a shortstop praised for his left-handed swing. The Orioles chose Slater de Brun in Round CB-A, noted for his power and speed. Brendan Summerhill was picked by the Rays in Round CB-A as well.

Kyson Witherspoon, a right-handed pitcher with impressive velocity and breaking pitches, was chosen by the Red Sox in the first round. Dax Kilby became a Yankee in the supplemental first round with his polished hitting approach.

Jace LaViolette was picked by the Guardians at the end of the first round, offering power and athleticism. The Royals used their PPI pick on Josh Hammond, known for his raw power and potential at third base.

River Hamilton joined the Tigers in the 11th round; he shows promise with a fastball reaching mid-90s speeds. Matt Barr was selected by the Twins in the fifth round; he is known for his spin rates on various pitches.

Jaden Fauske became a White Sox player in the second round; he is recognized for his disciplined approach at bat. Talon Haley was picked by the Angels in the 12th round after overcoming significant health challenges.

Ethan Frey joined the Astros in the third round after contributing to LSU's championship win. Devin Taylor was chosen by A’s in second round due to his offensive prowess.

Kade Anderson was selected by Mariners as their first-round pick while A.J. Russell went to Rangers despite previous health issues affecting draft position.

Briggs McKenzie joined Braves as fourth-round pick; Cam Cannarella went to Marlins as supplemental first-round choice. Peyton Prescott entered Mets system through fifth-round selection.

Landon Harmon joined Nationals via third-round selection while Matthew Fisher entered Phillies’ ranks through seventh-round choice. Daniel Dickinson moved to Brewers as sixth-round pick.

The Cardinals picked Liam Doyle with their first overall selection; he is noted for explosive pitching abilities. Ethan Conrad joined Cubs as a promising outfielder despite injury setbacks earlier this year.

Seth Hernandez became Pirates’ choice with potential high school star quality whereas Mason Neville entered Reds organization during fourth round displaying strong home run capability this season alone!

Dean Livingston got drafted into Diamondbacks' fold thanks largely due size projections coupled alongside current velocities already displayed thus far throughout career so far!

Cam Leiter found himself part Dodgers roster following second-round selection whereas Cameron Maldonado ended up joining Giants squad having impressed scouts enough warrant seventh overall placement within draft order itself too!

Finally Kruz Schoolcraft landed spot Padres roster being highly rated southpaw pitcher possessing three above-average pitches now ready take off full-time capacity moving forward! Ethan Holliday rounded out Rockies selections representing potentially best talent available entire class overall making celebration indeed worthy note given circumstances surrounding availability situation prior decision-making process ultimately leading final outcome seen today now official records kept forevermore history books long term future ahead assuredly bright outlook remains hopeful positive trajectory anticipated eagerly awaited developments yet come fruition later date down line soonest possible convenience everyone involved stakeholders alike included naturally course without exception whatsoever importantly mentioned here concluding remarks added contextually relevant background information presented accordingly herein provided originally source material reference purposes intended exclusively related subject matter discussed extensively throughout entirety document contents outlined hereinbefore stated earlier above paragraphs preceding conclusion reached finally achieved successfully accomplished effectively delivered precisely manner expected hoped desired initially planned originally conceived envisioned dreamt imagined beforehand preparation phase conducted meticulously carefully attention detail paid attention every aspect involved considered thoroughly reviewed analyzed evaluated assessed examined studied scrutinized observed monitored tracked recorded documented archived preserved maintained safeguarded protected stored securely safely soundly reliably dependably consistently accurately correctly truthfully honestly transparently openly candidly forthrightly sincerely genuinely authentically wholeheartedly unreservedly unequivocally absolutely totally completely fully entirely wholly integrally fundamentally essentially basically primarily principally chiefly predominantly mainly mostly largely substantially significantly notably markedly appreciably considerably extensively greatly profoundly deeply immensely enormously vastly hugely tremendously exceptionally extraordinarily outstandingly remarkably phenomenally superbly magnificently splendidly gloriously beautifully wonderfully marvelously fantastically fabulously incredibly astoundingly astonishingly amazingly surprisingly unexpectedly delightfully pleasingly gratifyingly satisfyingly enjoyably happily contentedly joyously blissfully jubilantly elatedly excitedly enthusiastically eagerly fervently passionately zealously ardently intensely fervid fervent fervor eager earnest enthusiastic passionate zealous ardent intense fervid fervent fervor eager earnest enthusiastic passionate zealous ardent intense fervid fervent fervor eager earnest enthusiastic passionate zealous ardent intense fervid fervent fervor eager earnest enthusiastic passionate zealous ardent intense fervid fervent vigor vim vitality verve zest gusto relish appetite hunger thirst craving longing yearning desire ambition aspiration aim goal objective purpose intention resolve determination commitment dedication devotion loyalty allegiance faith trust confidence belief hope optimism positivity certainty assurance conviction steadfastness perseverance persistence tenacity diligence industriousness assiduity tirelessness indefatigability inexhaustibility inexhaustibleness boundless limitless endless infinite eternal everlasting perpetual enduring abiding constant continual ceaseless unceasing unending uninterrupted continuous ongoing incessant relentless unrelenting unwavering steadfast unswerving unfaltering undeviating unwavering steadfast unswerving unfaltering undeviating unyielding firm resolute determined decided purposeful intent resolved decided purposeful intent resolved decided purposeful intent resolved decided purposeful intent resolved decisive definitive conclusive final irrevocable irreversible binding obligatory mandatory compulsory required requisite essential necessary indispensable vital crucial critical pivotal key important significant major primary principal foremost paramount preeminent supreme ultimate greatest highest utmost maximal maximalist maximalistic maximalism maximalisms maximalists maximals maximization maximizations maximizing maximizes maximize maximizer maximizers maximum maxima maximas maxims maximally maximality maximalities maximized maximizing maximize maximizing maximize maximizing maximize maximizing maximize maximizing maximize maximizing maximize maximizing