Dax Kilby, a promising 18-year-old shortstop from Newnan High School in Georgia, was chosen by the New York Yankees with their top selection in the 2025 MLB Draft. He showcased an impressive high school career, leading his team to the Georgia 5-A state championship and maintaining a .495 batting average. The Yankees also picked Kaeden Kent in round B after suffering a draft penalty for exceeding the competitive balance tax. The Yankees' total bonus pool for this draft is $5.4 million, reflecting their high payroll status and selection challenges.
Dax Kilby, an 18-year-old lefthanded-hitting shortstop from Newnan High School, was selected by the Yankees with their first pick in the 2025 MLB Draft.
Kilby led Newnan to the Georgia 5-A state championship with a .495 batting average, 20 extra-base hits, including five home runs and 42 RBIs.
The Yankees selected Kaeden Kent, the son of former major leaguer Jeff Kent, with the 103rd pick in competitive balance round B.
The Yankees' 2025 draft selection was affected by exceeding the luxury tax, resulting in a penalty of 10 spots in the draft.
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