Charlie Condon Secures Record-Tying $9.25M Bonus with Rockies
The former Georgia star and No. 3 MLB draft pick makes history with one of the largest signing bonuses ever.
- Condon matched the $9.25 million bonus given to No. 2 pick Chase Burns, setting a new MLB draft record.
- The 21-year-old led college baseball in home runs and batting average last season, earning the Golden Spikes Award.
- Condon is expected to play outfield for the Rockies, transitioning from his college position at third base.
- He was the third player in NCAA history to lead in both home runs and batting average in a single season.
- The Rockies' draft class, including Condon, has been praised for its potential to significantly enhance their farm system.