A plug-and-play pick at 1-1, Anderson likely won't pitch much this summer due to his extended college workload, but the left-hander could join the Nats' rotation by next year's All-Star break.

Arnold should be just like the Halos like 'em – quick to the big leagues.

A third consecutive plug-and-play college lefty, Doyle could be the first of the trio to reach the MLB, as a reliever in September, who is then turned back into a starter next spring.

Visions of '07 will be dancing around Denver as the Rockies build for the future with a cornerstone piece who has a familiar last name.

This is a dynamic switch-hitting shortstop who is equally as talented in center field. The Cards might be getting someone who had a shot at being the top overall pick in 2026, as Willits re-classed up to become the youngest player on this year's board.

Hitting on a frontline prep righty pick isn't easy, but when you do, the value can be rich. Hernandez's stuff plays today in Double-A, and he is on the fast track to the head of the class as the best right-handed prep arm since Jackson Jobe (2021).

In this scenario, the Marlins unexpectedly land the top hitting prospect from the college ranks as preps and college pitchers prevail up top.

Last summer, the Jays selected the best college right-hander available at pick No. 20 overall, Trey Yesavage, who is fast-tracking to the big club. They can do the same here with another potential fast mover in Witherspoon.

The top prep producer plays much bigger than his 5-foot-9 frame lets on, and the eye-opening impact of his left-handed stick is matched by the defensive prowess and enticing energy.

Andrew Vaughn (2019) and Jacob Gonzalez (2023) have not worked out as a quick-to-the-big-leagues bats for the South Siders, but here's betting that Irish will.

After getting their pocket picked by the White Sox with Irish – who follows the quick-moving mold of Jacob Wilson and Nick Kurtz before him – the A's pivot to pitching, selecting Bremner who could reach the Major Leagues quickly in his own right.

No prepster had a bigger rise over the past year than Parker – and there might not be a ceiling in sight. One of the sweetest left-handed strokes in the class, the power is just starting to show for what might be the highest upside hitter among the prep bats.

Yes, there is some swing-and-miss to Aloy's game, but the Golden Spikes Award winner is the perfect fit for the Giants with Javy Baez upside and will likley become the second righthanded hitter in history to go oppo into McCovey Cove.

The Rays struck gold with SoCal prep product Carson Williams in 2021, and they will look to see an even bigger jump from Carlson, whose defensive wizardry and upside bat rank amongst the best in the class...  as does his work on the mound, even.

Potentially the infield version of Roman Anthony? The Red Sox continue to stockpile position player talent with another prep left-handed-hitting slugger.

Undervalued, in our opinion, the 'Hit Doctor' checks all of the boxes at the plate. He's a perfect fit to patrol left at Target Field for the next decade.

The Cubs love versatile infielders. They made an astute pick with Nico Hoerner (2018), acquired Dansby Swanson with a free agent signing in 2022, and they get another one here in Kilen.

With speed and bat-to-ball impact from one of the youngest prospects in the class, Hall fits how the Diamondbacks have approached the draft in recent years especially. It's a win-win here for the Alabama prepster.

Currently with the fourth worst team ERA in MLB, the O's need pitching, and quickly. Wood's super whiff, upper-90s riding heater and power breaker will get him there in no time.

This is the likely floor for the slick-fielding Houston, though he drops to No. 20 in this updated mock due to the five-star crop of prep shortstops.

His swing-and-miss tendencies make him a risky pick at No. 21 overall, but the reward could be immense. The Astros can roll the dice and go for a potential All-Star whose raw power is his top tool.

The Braves switch gears after years of prioritizing pitching with their top picks in order to load up on hitters. Pierce is the first of many to come on Day One, and from not-too-distant Mill Creek.

As a power sinker/slider right-hander, the analytics don't favor Quick, especially his strikeout rate, but the Royals can scout. They know a rotation workhorse when they see one.

Bauer is the most polarizing prospect in this draft. Should he maintain his otherworldy stuff of the spring, it might be laughable that he ever got to the Tigers here. 

Summerhill slides a bit in our latest mock, but his long and athletic frame, high contact rates at the plate, and well-rounded tools are easy to dream on.

Hammond getting to this spot would have some striking similarities to when Aidan Miller reached the Phillies back in '23. Lightning striking twice? Yes, please.

The Guardians can go in many directions here, but grabbing a future left-handed starter with feel for spin and a MacKenzie Gore-esque look kicks off a five-pick day with considerable upside and value.

A slew of prep southpaws are likely to go earlier on in the draft, and the Royals feel destined to snag one (at least). Slawinski features one of the best deliveries in the class and might be a tier ahead of David Shields (2024), a second-round pick KC made themselves just last year.

The D-backs land college baseball's top catcher, a pitch-framer extraordinaire who also happens to be a competent switch-hitter. He's undervalued, similar to Walker Janek (2024), who went No. 28 overall last summer.

With six picks on the day the fifth highest bonus pool, the O's go after a high upside prepster who features one of the sweeter, simpler, and more explosive swings in the prep class. Hitters hit, and the O's only help elevate talented bats.

A torn labrum shut down Conrad's spring season after just 21 games for the Deacons, but his loud two seasons at Marist and last summer on the Cape are enough to drive his value.

Fischer's polished, quick-moving bat is a perfect complement to the slick-fielding Houston who the Brewers took at No. 20, in this mock.

The Louisville right-hander takes his electric arsenal to Fenway. There's certainly reliever risk, but it's balanced by upside and starter traits.

Detroit will love the confident vibes of Root and his vast arsenal of swing-and-miss stuff from the left side.

The M's go after one of the top prep performers of last summer, and one who carries a hit/power profile as a left-side defender. The SoCal native nestles well into a system that has helped develop similar profiles in recent years.

Minnesota goes back to their college hitters board and selects last summer's MVP of the Cape Cod League.

Spins wins no matter where it's at, and Eyanson's pair of whiff-inducing breakers will play at Steinbrenner Field, or The Trop, or wherever the Rays call home by the time he arrives.

New Jersey's Cooper Pratt (2023) with more power? The Mets opt to snag a data darling, who possesses unteachable physicality and athleticism for the club's first pick of Day One.

After selecting Ben Hess with their first pick in 2024 (No. 26), the Yanks go back to the SEC for another power arm, and this one touches triple-digits with regularity.

With Will Smith firmly entrenched behind the dish for years to come, Stevenson will have plenty of time to tame the whiffs in his profile, while polishing up his pro-ready tools behind the plate.

As probably the biggest sleeper of the prep class, Owens would hold value as a low-slot right-hander with a whippy arm, but the left-handed stick and athleticism, could generate the kind of late buzz Evan Carter earned as a prep in 2020.

Pairing the Eyanson pick with a similar profile from the prep ranks, Cervantes is a future big leaguer with a full arsenal of pitches and bulldog mentality on the mound. He's got mid- to upper-90s heat with a chance for two above-average secondary offerings.

The Marlins stay in the PNW for one of the top bat-to-ball prospects in the class, who also happens to be left-handed. De Brun has compact strength with full plate coverage, and he's something of a more raw version of Slade Caldwell (2024), currently.

After selecting Irish at No. 10 overall, the White Sox stay the course and pick another potential quick-mover in the highly competitive and energetic Cannarella.

Stacking first-round talent, the Rockies get a 6-foot-8 prep southpaw with an upper-90s fastball who holds a starter profile, a quick arm, and a polished delivery.

Playing through a broken hamate during the postseason, Dickinson scuffled a bit, but he's still a top-50 overall talent and a potential steal at No. 46.

There's some health risk involved here with Russell's past issues, but there's no concern about his stuff. With good health, he can be found in Anaheim in no time.

The NorCal native is the top catcher in the class with a powerful right-handed stroke, and he has the versatility to slide to any corner spot, need be. He's perhaps a more polished version of Henry Bolte (2022), and the A's have successfully developed similar profiles and his power bat fits the direction of the org.

One of the top pure hitters in the prep class, Fauske brings football-like physicality to the diamond, as well as a left-handed stick that promises both hit and power upside. He's loose-wristed with strength, there is first-round value in his selection here.

Snagging Young here might be one of the bigger steals of the draft in the long run, as his ceiling is as high (or higher) than anyone in the class. Fluid athleticism with a physically imposing frame, the power stands out as do the soft hands on the dirt.

Back-to-back prep selections might seem out of character, but Watson's upside is tremendous. The 6-foot-5 righty has the frame, athleticism, and quick arm to be looked back on as one of, if not the, best prep arm from the class in the long run.

Falling a bit due much due to his defensive struggles in the second half of the season, Curley is sophomore eligible and a likely overpay, but well worth it, at this slot.

Lower in our mock than some others, Neville has huge upside, but there's some big risk in his swing-and-miss rates while facing same-sided hurlers.

Here the Twins are grabbing one of the highest helium southpaws of the spring, and one who is only scratching the surface of his potential. Cairone has a mid-90s heater and a 3,000-plus rpm breaking ball, and that would be a nice upside option for the Twins at No. 54.

Here's one way to think about Alex Lodise for Cardinals fans: Paul DeJong 2.0.

The southpaw's high ride heater and ultra-competitive makeup will become love at first sight to the fans on the North Side of Chicago.

Ebel's plate discipline and strike zone awareness are standout attributes of a prospect whose hitter profile is just starting to solidify as one of the youngest players in the class. A potential first-rounder, the upside is immense and the value here is significant even if it will take overslot to pry away from an LSU commitment.

Another potential quick-mover, Middleton is a three-pitch strike-thrower with a high whiff arsenal.

Big bodies who hit the ball hard: Gray fits that recent Brewers draft mold, and as a cold-weather switch-hitter, he might only be scratching the surface of some monster upside.

Braves go for another bat with their second pick and this one has all the tools led by his power potential and near-perfect profile to right field.