
MLB Mock Draft 2025: Top Picks Revealed
The upcoming draft is facing uncertainty as the top pick remains unclear, leading to various potential scenarios for teams in the top 10 picks.
New rumors have emerged recently, prompting a fresh mock draft to incorporate the latest information. The draft analysis includes insights based on team preferences and historical draft patterns.
For detailed player evaluations, refer to the Big Board ranking the top 100 draft prospects.
The draft analysis was updated at 4:13 pm ET on Sunday, July 13.
The selection for the top pick is anticipated to be a game-time decision, possibly influenced by recent organizational changes. Kade Anderson is a favored choice due to his well-rounded skills and performance in previous games. Jamie Arnold is also being considered as a potential pick.
Initial expectations of the Angels selecting a college pitcher have shifted, with talks now involving Seth Hernandez, Eli Willits, Irish, and Aiva Arquette. Liam Doyle remains in contention for their pick.
If top prospects like Kade Anderson and Aiva Arquette are unavailable, the Angels may opt for Ike Irish or another player below their slot value, similar to their strategy in the previous year.
The draft remains unpredictable, with potential selections including Ike Irish and Kyson Witherspoon for various teams in the top 10 picks.
The Pirates are showing interest in college prospects such as Ike Irish, Liam Doyle, and Aiva Arquette, while also considering Seth Hernandez as a potential top pick.
The Marlins, known for favoring high school players, are exploring a mix of college and high school prospects, including Seth Hernandez and JoJo Parker.
Teams are deliberating between high school shortstops and college pitchers, with potential selections like Parker and Liam Doyle for certain picks.
The draft presents a unique scenario where highly-rated college pitchers may fall to later picks, creating uncertainty for teams like the Reds.
The White Sox are considering multiple prospects including Seth Hernandez, Steele Hall, Kruz Schoolcraft, and JoJo Parker for their pick.
Potential picks for certain teams include Bremner, Steele Hall, Luke Stevenson, and Wehiwa Aloy, with varying chances of selection.
Teams are evaluating high school infielders and pitchers like JoJo Parker, Gavin Fien, Daniel Pierce, Kayson Cunningham, and Marek Houston for their picks.
Tyler Bremner is a potential pick for certain teams, while the Giants are considering college and high school shortstops for their selections.
Teams are exploring prospects like Bodine, Marek Houston, Jaden Fauske, and Cooper Flemming for their upcoming picks.
Boston's draft model may favor prospects like Gavin Kilen, despite concerns about his size and position. Teams are also showing interest in Pierce, Kayson Cunningham, and Gavin Fien in the 12-20 pick range.
The Diamondbacks are considering prospects like Caden Bodine, Slater de Brun, Kayson Cunningham, and Ryan Mitchell for their picks. Concerns about Witherspoon's arm action may impact his draft position.
The Orioles, with a significant draft pool, are linked to various prospects including Neyens, Jace LaViolette, Gavin Fien, Brendan Summerhill, and Eli Willits for their picks.
Teams are considering prospects like Cunningham, Gavin Fien, and others for their picks, with varying levels of interest due to recent performance.
The Astros are expected to select a college bat, with prospects like Jace LaViolette, Marek Houston, Charles Davalan, and Mason Neville in consideration.
Injuries may affect prospects like Wood's draft position, with teams cautious about selecting players with previous health concerns.
The Royals may opt for a high-power prospect like Kruz Schoolcraft, similar to their previous draft strategies.
The Tigers are considering a shift to college prospects for quicker contributions, despite their recent focus on high school players in previous drafts.
The Padres are likely to select a high school prospect, but college starters like Riley Quick and Zach Root are also under consideration.
The Phillies are interested in high-risk, high-reward prospects like Young, with rumors of other teams like the Orioles and Dodgers also considering him.
Teams are evaluating prospects like Caden Bodine, Marek Houston, and Eyanson for their picks, with varying levels of interest based on player attributes.
Several prospects not initially projected for the first round may still be selected, including Andrew Fischer, Josh Hammond, Patrick Forbes, and Zach Root.
Draft-eligible sophomore Henry Ford may opt to delay his draft selection to improve his position for next year's draft.
Keith Law, a senior baseball writer for The Athletic, provides detailed draft analysis based on player evaluations and team preferences. Law has extensive experience in baseball coverage and front office roles, offering insights into the draft process.