The team continued its college-heavy approach with just 2 high school selections in its final 17 picks, focusing on players who could reach the majors faster.

The Guardians drafted Texas A&M outfielder Jace LaViolette with their first choice Sunday night. He’s a 6-foot-6, 240-pound outfielder with power and athleticism to make scouts salivate. Earlier this year, his name surfaced in chatter about the No. 1 pick.

There was a theme with the selections the Cleveland Guardians made in the first three rounds of the 2025 MLB Draft.