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2025 MLB Draft Begins in Cumberland With Nationals on the Clock

ESPN and MLB Network are broadcasting the first three rounds under a capped bonus-pool system, with rounds 4–20 scheduled to stream on MLB.com tomorrow.

In his final collegiate start, LSU Tigers pitcher Kade Anderson tossed a three-hit shutout against Coastal Carolina in the 2025 College World Series. It could springboard him to become the No. 1 overall pick in the MLB draft.
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AUBURN, AL - FEBRUARY 20 - Auburn Outfielder Chris Stanfield (3) and Auburn Catcher Ike Irish (18) during the game between the Auburn Tigers and the UAB Blazers at Plainsman Park in Auburn, AL on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024.

Overview

  • The draft opened July 13 at Coca-Cola Roxy in Cumberland, Georgia, kicking off with rounds 1–3 live on ESPN and MLB Network.
  • The Washington Nationals, awarded the No. 1 overall pick via lottery, led off the proceedings as clubs navigated slot-value bonus limits for the first 10 rounds.
  • LSU left-hander Kade Anderson and high-school shortstop Ethan Holliday emerged as the leading contenders for the top selection amid contrasting mock-draft forecasts.
  • After the first 43 televised picks wrap up Sunday night, rounds 4–20 will resume Monday at 11:30 a.m. ET with exclusive streaming on MLB.com.
  • MLB’s two-day, 20-round format aligns the draft with All-Star weekend and relies on slot values to shape team signings and future farm-system depth.