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sports2 years ago

Dodgers Secure Promising Talent in 2023 MLB Draft

The Los Angeles Dodgers selected third baseman Jake Gelof from the University of Virginia with their second-round pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. Gelof, known for his power hitting, set school records for home runs and RBIs during his college career. He was ranked among the top prospects by various outlets and comes from a baseball family, with his brother also being a drafted player. Gelof is the second pick for the Dodgers on the first day of the draft, and they have a total draft bonus pool of approximately $7.27 million.

sports2 years ago

"Gelof Smashes UVA Home Run Record in 18-0 Rout of Richmond"

Junior Jake Gelof broke UVA's all-time home run record with his 38th career home run, a solo shot in the fifth inning, as No. 7 Virginia shut out Richmond, 18-0 in seven innings. Gelof has hit four home runs in his last four games. Ethan Anderson and Harrison Didawick each hit grand slams in the contest, the fourth time since 2000 that UVA has hit two grand slams in the same game. Starting pitcher Connelly Early improved to 7-1 on the season after pitching six shutout innings.