Yankees draft ambidextrous prep catcher Anthony Seigler 23rd overall
With the 23rd pick in the 2018 MLB amateur draft, the New York Yankees selected Anthony Seigler, a catcher out of Cartersville High School with a commitment to the University of Florida.
The ambidextrous Seigler has been used as a pitcher, finding success throwing with either hand, but he's entering the draft as a catcher. His power isn't a lock, but his overall athleticism is the real draw.
Bio
Age: 18
Position: C
Height/weight: 5-foot-11, 200 pounds
Bats/Throws: S/S
School: Cartersville HS (Cartersville, Ga.)
NCAA commit: Florida
Pick value: $2,815,900
MLB player rank: 46
MLB.com money quote: "He's agile behind the plate, has a quick transfer that helps his arm play as plus at times, and shows promise as a receiver and pitch framer. He's more athletic than most catchers, along the lines of Austin Barnes, and could profile as an everyday second baseman as well."
Scouting grades
| Hit | Power | Run | Arm | Field | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 | 40 | 45 | 55 | 55 | 50 |
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(Grades courtesy: MLB Pipeline)