The Dodgers selected third baseman Chase Harlan with the 98th overall pick in the draft. Harlan, a Clemson commit, was a First-Team All-State selection in 2024. He excelled at the MLB Draft Combine, showcasing his power with a 453.4-foot home run distance.
By: Angela Redding | Los Angeles, CA | Hollywood Beat magazine | July 15, 2024
Lead Photo: Los Angeles Dodgers Media
The Central Bucks East High School third baseman Chase Harlan was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the third round of the 2024 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft. Following him were Cal Poly left-hand pitcher Jakob Wright in the fourth round, Mississippi State right-handed pitcher Brooks Auger in the sixth round, Oregon State shortstop Elijah Hainline in the seventh round, Newman Central Catholic High School outfielder Brendan Tunink in the eighth round, Troy outfielder Kole Myers in the ninth round, and Loyola Marymount right-handed pitcher Seamus Barrett in the tenth round.
Jakob Wright from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
With the 128th overall pick, the Dodgers selected left-handed pitcher Jakob Wright from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo after allocating their first two first selections to position players. With a 9-3 record, 2.97 ERA (29 ER/88.0 IP), and 1.28 WHIP in 15 starts, the Mustangs ace is coming off a spectacular redshirt sophomore season. The native of Paso Robles, California, led the Mustangs’ pitching staff with 101 strikeouts (10.3 K/9) and was selected to the 2024 All-Big West First Team.
Pitchers
The Dodgers acquired right-handed pitcher Brooks Auger from Mississippi State University, who had a 1-2 record in 2024 and was named to the 2024 SEC All-Tournament team after striking out 13 batters in 8.0 innings.
Seamus Barrett, a right-handed pitcher from Loyola Marymount University, was selected for the Dodgers after a 2-4 record and a 4.78 ERA, having previously played at Louisville.
Shortstops
The Dodgers drafted shortstop Elijah Hainline from Oregon State University in the 220th overall pick of the 2024 draft, who has a strong collegiate career, including All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention.
Los Angeles selected shortstop Kellon Lindsey from Hardee High School in the first round, adding three pitchers and four position players, including two high school and five collegiate players.
Outfielders
The Dodgers drafted Brendan Tunink, a high school standout with a strong track record, with the 250th overall pick. Tunink, who was named to the Illinois High School Baseball Coaches Association’s All-State team, is currently committed to Notre Dame.
The Dodgers selected Kole Myers from Troy University, the 280th overall pick of the draft. Myers, a 6-foot-1 senior, led the Sun Belt Conference in stolen bases, walks, and triples, and was named to the All-Sun Belt Second Team.
The 2024 First-Year Player Draft concludes tomorrow morning with rounds 11-20 starting at 11 a.m. PDT.
Recent News
RELATED
ADVERTISEMENT
SHOP with HB
If you make a purchase through an affiliate link on our website, Hollywood Beat magazine may receive an affiliate commission.

Your place for TICKETS for every event – Discover the perfect tickets for sports, concerts, and theater tickets on StubHub!

a.r.d. Love Is Beautiful Weekender Tote Bag by angela redding design

Always & Forever Accessory Pouch w T-bottom
ADVERTISEMENT




Leave a Reply