The White Sox have the ability to add to their ascending farm system with another strong draft, as they have done a fantastic job of adding talent to their farm system over the last few drafts. Now, we take a look at the notable selections made in the 2024 draft.
In 16 starts in his junior year, Smith pitched 84 innings for the Razorbacks. Smith had a 2.36 ERA with an elite .893 WHIP. In those 84 innings, Smith struck out an outstanding 161 batters for a 17.3 K/9 ratio, which lead all of Division One and set a NCAA record. Here is more on Hagen Smith and what his selection means for the White Sox.
With their first position player selection, the White Sox picked Caleb Bonemer, a prep shortstop out of Michigan.
Bonemer was ranked 71st on the MLB Pipeline top draft prospects list, as he is a Virginia commit. Scouts love his bat speed, as it is one of the best in the class. The White Sox are going for upside with this pick, as this could be a high risk, high reward selection.
With the pick acquired in the Gregory Santos trade, the White Sox have selected Blake Larson, a LHP out of IMG Academy.
The White Sox have now taken a their second prep player, this time a pitcher. A TCU commit, the White Sox are betting on the upside of Larson, as he has a mid 90s fastball that can play right away. Luckily, the White Sox have done a good job of developing left handed pitching, so Larson is in good hands. MLB Pipeline has him ranked as the 101st ranked prospect.
