Kansas City Royals Make Bold Choice, Draft Top LSU Baseball Signee Blake Mitchell in 2023 MLB Draft
The Kansas City Royals have selected Blake Mitchell, a top LSU baseball signee, with the No. 8 pick in the first round of the 2023 MLB Draft. Mitchell, a highly regarded high school prospect and catcher, has decided to sign with the Royals instead of attending LSU. He had an impressive season at Sinton High School, batting .451 with six home runs and 42 RBIs. Mitchell is considered the top recruit in LSU's 2023 class and the only catcher in their recruiting class.