Cardinals select West Virginia star Wetherholt 7th overall
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With the seventh pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, the St. Louis Cardinals selected JJ Wetherholt, an infielder from West Virginia.
The 21-year-old entered the draft as one of the top bats available, with some scouts considering him the best amateur hitter they've ever seen.
Bio
Age: 21
Position: 2B/SS
Height/Weight: 5-10, 190 lbs
Bats/Throws: L/R
School: West Virginia
Pick value (#7): $6,823,700
Tools
- 70-grade hit tool
- Elite bat-to-ball skills
- Plus baserunner and stolen base threat
Why fans will love this player
- Won DI batting title as sophomore
- 2023 Big 12 Conference Player of the Year
- Performed well with Team USA and in Cape Cod League
Things he'll need to overcome
- Shortstop may be a stretch due to lack of arm strength
- Profiles more as second baseman
Pre-draft projections
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