The Seattle Mariners made history on June 7th, 2023, when they selected high school shortstop Colt Emerson with the first overall pick in the MLB Draft. This marks the first time in franchise history that the Mariners have used their first pick to select a high school player.
Emerson, a native of San Diego, California, is a highly touted prospect who has been on the radar of scouts since his freshman year of high school. He is an incredibly talented shortstop who has the potential to be an all-star in the majors. He has a strong arm and good range in the field, and he is a consistent hitter with power.
The Mariners are excited to have Emerson join their organization and believe he will be a key part of their future success. He is the type of player who can help the team win games now and for years to come.
Emerson is the latest in a long line of high school players to be taken with the first overall pick in the MLB Draft. He joins the likes of Ken Griffey Jr., Alex Rodriguez, and Bryce Harper as high schoolers who have been taken with the top pick.
It will be interesting to see how Emerson develops over the next few years and if he can live up to the hype that has surrounded him since high school. The Mariners are confident that he will be an integral part of their team for years to come and are excited to see what he can do at the major league level.
