Astros projected to take 'high-floor' Virginia standout in latest mock draft
The versatile slugger could be a great fit for Houston.
Astros projected to take 'high-floor' Virginia standout in latest mock draft originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Houston Astros have done an excellent job in the MLB Draft over the years.
They've drafted players like George Springer, Carlos Correa, Lance McCullers Jr. , Alex Bregman, and Kyle Tucker in the past. As you can see, these are guys who have had quite the career so far.
So the club understands the importance of making the most with their first-round selection. Last year, the club selected Xavier Neyens, a shortstop from Mount Vernon High School in Washington at 21. This year, they will be selecting 17th overall, which is the highest they have drafted in the first round since the 2017 season.
MORE: MLB writer issues warning to Astros amid 7-11 start: 'they're in trouble' Astros projected to take 'high-floor' Virginia standout in latest mock draft There will be plenty of talent for the Astros to decide on by the time their name is called in the first round. There is a solid mix of high school and college talent. Houston has primarily enjoyed taking college talent in the first round, and that trend could continue as Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter links them to Virginia University shortstop Eric Becker.