Join us for a deep dive into the 2025 MLB Draft with one of the best in the business, Joe Doyle. We break down the strengths and weaknesses of this year's draft class, highlight underrated prospects, and talk high school shortstops, toolsy outfielders, and breakout arms. Joe shares insights on players like JoJo Parker, Ike Irish, Ethan Conrad, Jake Cook, and Patrick Forbes. Plus how NIL and transfer rules are reshaping the draft landscape. If you're looking for a wide-ranging conversation about the current and future state of amateur baseball, this episode has you covered.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

02:00 - State of the 2025 MLB Draft Class

04:00 - JoJo Parker’s elite hit tool

06:00 - Jace LaViolette’s platoon risk

08:00 - High school SS depth & Steele Hall’s rise

13:00 - Ethan Conrad’s value despite injury

19:30 - Jake Cook: speed, defense & upside

25:30 - Patrick Forbes and his "unicorn" fastball

32:30 - Risers: Jacob Morrison, AaronWalton, Richie Bonomolo, Jr.

37:30 - Riley Quick and mid-round arms to watch

45:00 - Previewing the loaded 2026 Draft class

53:30 - CJ Weinstein = next year’s JoJo Parker?

58:00 - College pitching outlook for 2026

1:03:00 - How NIL and transfers are changing the Draft

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