The Chicago White Sox won Major League Baseball’s fourth Draft Lottery on Tuesday night, securing them the top pick for next summer’s draft. This will mark their third No. 1 selection in franchise history, the previous one being Harold Baines in 1977.
The draft lottery was introduced as part of the 2022-27 Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Players Association, determining only the top six picks with restrictions based on revenue sharing. Previous lottery winners include the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cleveland Guardians.
Potential Top Picks:
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Roch Cholowsky, SS, UCLA
Cholowsky is anticipated to top the draft boards. He showcased impressive stats last season with a .353 batting average and considerable power. -
Grady Emerson, SS, Argyle HS (TX)
This left-handed hitting prospect has a promising skill set and could be a top pick depending on his spring performance. -
Jacob Lombard, SS, Gulliver Prep HS (FL)
With a baseball family legacy, Lombard brings both speed and power, making him a contender for the first overall pick. -
Drew Burress, CF, Georgia Tech
Despite being shorter in stature, Burress has a powerful hitting record in college, making him a viable candidate for an early selection. -
Justin Lebron, SS, Alabama
Lebron’s strong offensive stats are overshadowed by a concerning strikeout rate, which he’ll need to reduce to secure a top-five spot.
