Though there are 20 rounds in the MLB draft, Basic Academy shortstop Tate Southisene didn’t have to wait long to hear his name called at 22nd overall by the Atlanta Braves.

The Braves focused heavily on pitching and NCAA Division I talent, selecting 13 pitchers and 15 players from Division I programs out of 21 total picks.

The Atlanta Braves made a splash immediately on Day Two of the 2025 MLB Draft with a massive overslot signing.

The Atlanta Braves went all in on strengthening the infield, including grabbing the 2025 Dick Howser Trophy winner

The Braves made a few roster moves on Sunday, adding Davis Daniel (who did decent in his spot start on Sunday) and veteran Wander Suero to the MLB squad. Daysbel Hernandez was sent to Triple-A in a corresponding move.

Here are the results of the first 27 selections in the first round of the draft: Note: The Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Mets, and New York Yankees do not have a true first-round selection, as they each exceeded the 2024 Competitive Balance Tax by more than $60M. Each has had their pick moved back ten spots, and out of the first round.

Major League Baseball Draft begins Sunday night in Atlanta, and the Washington Nationals will make the No. 1 overall pick. The 20-round draft runs through Monday. Sunday night features Rounds 1-3; Monday features Rounds 4-20.

Major League Baseball’s 30 teams will select the players they hope will one day lead them to World Series glory during the 2025 MLB Draft in suburban Atlanta. The event, which runs this year from July 13 and 14,