Cleveland Selects Travis Bazzana as Top Pick in 2024 MLB Draft

Travis Bazzana made history as the first Australian and first second baseman to be selected No. 1 overall in the MLB Draft, chosen by the Cleveland Guardians. The 21-year-old from Sydney, who played for Oregon State, is expected to receive a $10.5 million signing bonus. Bazzana had an outstanding season, setting records and earning multiple accolades, including Pac-12 Player of the Year.