
Orioles' 2023 MLB Draft: Bradfield Jr. and Horvath among top picks
Enrique Bradfield Jr., the No. 17 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, beat Orioles GM Mike Elias to the call, expressing his excitement to join the organization. The 21-year-old outfielder out of Vanderbilt University is eager to be part of the Orioles' young and talented team, which includes top prospects like Jackson Holliday. Known for his exceptional speed, Bradfield set a stolen bases record at Vanderbilt and is ready to work his way up through the Orioles' Minor League system. He received a warm welcome from fellow prospect Coby Mayo and a congratulatory tweet from Hall of Famer Cal Ripken Jr.