Top MLB Draft Picks Who Became Legends

An analysis of the best draft picks in the histories of the Astros, Cardinals, and Rangers, based on career performance.

Houston Astros' best draft pick was Kenny Lofton, selected 428th overall in 1988, with a career WAR of 68.4.
Albert Pujols, picked 402nd overall in 1999, leads the St. Louis Cardinals with a career WAR of 101.4.
The Texas Rangers' standout pick is Kevin Brown, chosen 4th overall in 1986, with a career WAR of 67.8.
Draft position often does not correlate with career success, as many top players were selected late.
Teams face challenges in signing and developing young talent, making the draft unpredictable.