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Yankees Draft Pick Dax Kilby to Sign Friday

After clearing his physical, he will formally enter the Yankees’ player-development system.

TAMPA, FLORIDA - MARCH 06: A detailed view of the Yankees logo at Yankees Player Development Complex on March 06, 2021 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Mark Brown/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Kilby is set to sign a contract with a reported slot value of $2.5 million, formally forgoing his commitment to Clemson University.
  • New York used its first-round pick (39th overall) on Kilby, its only top-100 selection after losing its second-rounder in the offseason.
  • Kilby said a private workout at the Yankees’ Tampa complex convinced him that their facilities and coaching made New York his top choice.
  • Damon Oppenheimer highlighted Kilby’s contact-oriented swing, power potential, speed and defensive instincts, adding that the Yankees believe he can stay at shortstop.
  • The 18-year-old batted .495 with five homers, 42 RBIs and 15 stolen bases as a senior at Newnan High, where he won the Georgia state 5-A championship.