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| 2013 Major League Baseball draft | |
|---|---|
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| General information | |
| Date | June 6–8, 2013 |
| Location | Secaucus, New Jersey |
| Network | MLB Network |
| Overview | |
| 1,216 total selections | |
| First selection | Mark Appel Houston Astros |
| First round selections | 39 |
The 2013 Major League Baseball draft was held from June 6 through June 8, 2013.[1] The first two rounds were broadcast from Studio 42 of the MLB Network in Secaucus, New Jersey.
Each team received one selection per round, going in reverse order of the 2012 MLB season final standings. In addition, teams could receive compensation draft picks if they had made a qualifying offer to a free agent player from their team, and the player rejected the offer and signed with another team.[2]
Draft order
[edit]The Washington Nationals, Atlanta Braves, Milwaukee Brewers, and Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim all surrendered their first round picks by signing players who had received and rejected qualifying offers from their previous teams: Rafael Soriano,[3] B. J. Upton,[4] Kyle Lohse,[5] and Josh Hamilton,[6] respectively. The Cleveland Indians, whose first round pick was protected as it fell in the top ten, lost their second round pick and a pick in the sandwich round between the second and third rounds for signing two players who received qualifying offers: Nick Swisher and Michael Bourn.[7]
| All-Star/All-MLB Team | |
| * | Player did not sign |
|---|
First round
[edit]Compensatory round
[edit]Competitive Balance Round A
[edit]Other notable selections
[edit]Notes
[edit]- Compensation picks
- ^ Compensation pick for failing to sign Mark Appel in the 2012 Major League Baseball draft
- ^ Compensation pick for the Milwaukee Brewers signing Kyle Lohse
- ^ Compensation pick for the Atlanta Braves signing B. J. Upton
- ^ Compensation pick for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim signing Josh Hamilton
- ^ Compensation pick for the Cleveland Indians signing Michael Bourn
- ^ Compensation pick for the Cleveland Indians signing Nick Swisher
- ^ Compensation pick for the Washington Nationals signing Rafael Soriano
- Traded picks
- ^ The Marlins acquired the 35th overall selection, and Gorkys Hernández from the Pirates in exchange for Gaby Sánchez, and Kyle Kaminska on July 31, 2012.[8]
- ^ The Tigers acquired the 39th overall pick, Aníbal Sánchez, and Omar Infante from the Marlins in exchange for Brian Flynn, Rob Brantly, and Jacob Turner on July 23, 2012.[9]
NCAA investigation
[edit]The Philadelphia Phillies selected college juniors Ben Wetzler of Oregon State University in the fifth round and Jason Monda of Washington State University in the sixth round of the draft. Both entered into negotiations with the Phillies with the help of a financial adviser, which is against National Collegiate Athletic Association rules. Both also chose to return to college for their senior year. The Phillies reported Wetzler and Monda to the NCAA, which cleared Monda and suspended Wetzler for the first 11 games of the college season.[10][11]
Player notes
[edit]Kyle Crockett, the Cleveland Indians fourth round pick out of the University of Virginia, was promoted to the Indians on May 16, 2014. This made Crockett the first 2013 draftee to reach the major leagues.[12]
Marco Gonzales, the St. Louis Cardinals' first round pick, made his MLB debut on June 25, 2014. This made Gonzales the first 2013 first round pick to reach the major leagues.[13]
Nate Orf, who went undrafted out of Baylor University in 2013, signed with the Milwaukee Brewers for $500 and worked his way up through their farm system, making his MLB debut with them on July 2, 2018. His first hit two days later turned out to be the game-winning home run and he was carried back out by his teammates for a curtain call.[14]
See also
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References
[edit]- ^ Mayo, Jonathan (November 20, 2012). "Draft class of 2013 starting to take shape". MLB.com. Retrieved March 28, 2013.
- ^ Mayo, Jonathan (March 12, 2013). "All nine players turn down qualifying offers". MLB.com. Retrieved March 28, 2013.
- ^ Nationals boost bullpen, sign Soriano to two-year deal MLB.com
- ^ "B.J. Upton, Braves Finalize $75.25M, 5-Year Contract". Huffington Post. November 29, 2012.
- ^ Stan McNeal. "Kyle Lohse, Brewers agree to three-year deal – MLB – Sporting News". Aol.sportingnews.com. Retrieved March 28, 2013.
- ^ "Josh Hamilton enthusiastic to begin era with Angels | MLB.com: News". Mlb.mlb.com. Retrieved March 28, 2013.
- ^ "Michael Bourn gets four-year, $48 million contract from busy Indians | MLB.com: News". Mlb.mlb.com. March 12, 2013. Retrieved March 28, 2013.
- ^ Jong, Michael (July 31, 2012). "Miami Marlins Trade Gaby Sanchez to Pittsburgh Pirates, Acquire Gorkys Hernandez and Draft Pick". Fish Stripes.
- ^ Frisaro, Joe (July 23, 2012). "Marlins deal Anibal, Infante for Tigers prospects". MLB.com. Archived from the original on November 5, 2013. Retrieved August 7, 2015.
- ^ "Ben Wetzler, draft pick that Phillies reportedly told NCAA on, suspended". NJ.com. February 21, 2014. Retrieved February 22, 2014.
- ^ "The Phillies Files: Phillies reportedly turn in draft pick Wetzler to NCAA". Blogs.mcall.com. June 19, 2013. Retrieved February 22, 2014.
- ^ "Indians pitcher Kyle Crockett shares the story of getting called to the majors (video)". cleveland.com. May 17, 2014. Retrieved May 17, 2014.
- ^ "Marco Gonzales to get call-up to Cardinals; ex-Colorado prep pitcher to debut Wednesday". denverpost.com. June 23, 2014. Retrieved March 20, 2018.
- ^ "Undrafted Nate Orf carried out for curtain call by Brewers teammates after first MLB home run". CBSSports.com. Retrieved July 5, 2018.
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[edit]2013 Major League Baseball draft
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The 2013 Major League Baseball draft was the annual selection process by which Major League Baseball (MLB) teams chose eligible amateur players, held from June 6 to 8, 2013, at MLB Network's Studio 42 in Secaucus, New Jersey.[1] The event spanned three days, with the first round and compensatory picks broadcast live on June 6, followed by additional rounds on subsequent days, culminating in a total of 1,216 selections across 40 rounds plus two competitive balance rounds.[2] The Houston Astros held the first overall pick, selecting right-handed pitcher Mark Appel from Stanford University, while the Chicago Cubs followed with third baseman Kris Bryant from the University of San Diego, and the Colorado Rockies chose right-handed pitcher Jonathan Gray from the University of Oklahoma.[3]
This draft operated under MLB's slotting system for signing bonuses, which had been fully implemented since 2012 to control costs and allocate pools based on team revenue and market size, with the Astros receiving the largest bonus pool of approximately $11.7 million due to their high draft position.[4] Competitive balance rounds, introduced the prior year to aid small- and mid-market teams, occurred after the first and second rounds, awarding extra picks to clubs like the Kansas City Royals (34th overall) and Pittsburgh Pirates (multiple selections).[2] Among the notable selections beyond the top three were outfielder Clint Frazier (5th overall, Cleveland Indians, from Loganville High School), shortstop Dansby Swanson (1st overall supplemental, Arizona Diamondbacks, from Vanderbilt University), and outfielder Aaron Judge (32nd overall, Pittsburgh Pirates, from Fresno State), who was later traded to the New York Yankees and emerged as a superstar.[3] The draft class has since produced several All-Stars and award winners, including Bryant's 2016 National League MVP, though early top pick Appel struggled in the majors and never fully realized his potential.[5]
Overall, the 2013 draft highlighted a strong contingent of college pitchers and position players, with approximately 26 of the first 50 picks coming from universities, reflecting scouts' preference for advanced development amid the era's emphasis on analytics and performance metrics.[6] High school talents like Frazier and outfielder Austin Meadows (9th overall, Pittsburgh Pirates) added upside potential, though the class is often critiqued for its top-heavy nature, with mid-round gems like Judge contributing disproportionately to long-term success.[7] By 2025, approximately 120 draftees had reached the majors, underscoring the event's role in replenishing talent amid MLB's evolving emphasis on international signings and player development pipelines.[8]
Team motivations varied, with the Astros opting for Appel over Bryant to prioritize a polished college right-hander with a mid-90s fastball and plus curveball, aligning with their strategy to build a cost-effective pitching core amid their large bonus pool.[23] The Cubs, holding the No. 2 pick after forfeiting their original slot, selected Bryant as the best player available—a power-hitting third baseman with elite plate discipline—despite an organizational surplus at the position, betting on his offensive upside to anchor their rebuild.[5] In the competitive balance rounds, the Royals aggressively pursued Manaea at No. 34 with a record $3.55 million bonus—more than double the $1.62 million slot—to land a high-ceiling lefty with a deceptive delivery who later became a key starter after being traded to the Athletics, exemplifying small-market teams' use of extra picks for over-slot investments.[34]
Surprises included the Royals' selection of Dozier at No. 8, a toolsy shortstop ranked outside most top-30 lists but targeted for his athleticism and to save approximately $1 million below slot for reallocating funds to later rounds.[23] The Giants' choice of Arroyo at No. 25 also raised eyebrows as a high school shortstop projected in the sandwich round, reflecting their preference for up-the-middle defense over safer college options.[35] Overall, the round bucked recent drafts' high school-heavy tops by favoring college players in the first four picks—all arms from power programs—reducing perceived bust risks but drawing criticism for lacking offensive dynamism early.[36]
Immediate reactions highlighted value plays, such as the Tigers' No. 20 pick of Crawford, a Florida righthander with mid-90s velocity signed for $2 million (under the $2.38 million slot), and potential fast tracks like Appel's assignment to High-A Lancaster, where his command issues could accelerate development or expose limitations.[32] Analysts praised the draft's depth in pitching but noted bust risks for high school arms like Frazier and Ball, whose raw tools might delay major league impacts.[23]
Background
Eligibility criteria
The eligibility criteria for the 2013 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft (also known as the Rule 4 Draft) applied to amateur players who had not previously signed a professional contract with any Major or Minor League club, ensuring the selection of unencumbered talents from domestic educational systems.[9] Primarily, these included residents of the United States (including territories such as Puerto Rico) and Canada, as the draft focused on North American amateurs under Major League Rule 4.[9] Players with prior professional experience, such as those who had signed contracts abroad or violated NCAA eligibility rules, were ineligible to participate.[10] High school players became eligible upon graduation, provided they had not enrolled in a four-year college or university, allowing recent seniors to enter the draft directly after completing their secondary education.[9] For college players at four-year institutions, eligibility required completion of their junior year, attainment of senior status, or reaching age 21 by the draft date, whichever occurred first; this ensured players had exhausted a significant portion of their collegiate eligibility.[9] Junior college (two-year) players qualified after completing at least one full year of enrollment, offering an accelerated path for those bypassing traditional four-year programs.[9] Special provisions addressed re-entry for previously undrafted players, such as college juniors who had been selected in prior drafts but declined to sign and returned to school; these individuals could re-enter the following year's draft after fulfilling one additional year of enrollment.[10] A notable 2013 example was Stanford right-hander Mark Appel, who had been drafted eighth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2012 but returned for his junior season under NCAA rules permitting such reinstatement, making him eligible again and ultimately the first overall pick by the Houston Astros.[11] International players from outside the U.S. and Canada were generally ineligible for the 2013 draft due to the 2012 Collective Bargaining Agreement's shift toward an international amateur signing system, which treated 16- to 22-year-olds from non-CBA countries (such as the Dominican Republic and Venezuela) as free agents subject to team bonus pools rather than draft selection.[10] However, exceptions existed for those aged 23 or older with at least five professional seasons in a recognized foreign league, though such cases were rare in the amateur-focused draft.[10] Players who had signed international free agent deals before age 23 were barred from the draft, reinforcing the separation between the Rule 4 process and global amateur recruitment.[10]Rule changes under 2012 CBA
The 2012 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) introduced significant modifications to the Major League Baseball draft system, primarily aimed at controlling amateur signing costs and promoting competitive balance among teams. A key change was the establishment of team-specific signing bonus pools for the first 10 rounds, calculated based on each team's revenue, payroll, and draft position, with assigned "slot" values for every pick to guide bonus negotiations.[12][13] For the 2013 draft, the No. 1 overall pick carried a slot value of $7,790,400, reflecting an 8.2 percent increase from the prior year tied to league revenue growth.[14][15] To enforce adherence, the CBA implemented a tiered penalty structure for teams exceeding their pools: spending 0-5 percent over incurred no penalty beyond a 75 percent tax on the excess; 5-10 percent over triggered a 75 percent tax plus the loss of a first- or second-round pick the following year; and over 10 percent resulted in a 100 percent tax and forfeiture of both a first- and second-round pick the following year.[13][16] These measures applied only to bonuses over $100,000 for picks beyond the 10th round, with unsigned picks from the first 10 rounds causing the allocated funds to revert to MLB rather than carrying over.[17] The agreement also added competitive balance rounds to aid small- and low-revenue markets, with Round A inserted after the first round and Round B after the second, awarding six picks each via lottery to eligible clubs (the 10 lowest-revenue and 10 smallest-market teams, with overlap reducing the total).[18] In the 2013 draft, teams like the Kansas City Royals (pick 34 in Round A) and Pittsburgh Pirates (pick 69 in Round B, within the 68-74 range) benefited from these selections, which came with associated international signing pool increases of $5.25 million for Round A and $5.75 million for Round B.[18][19] Compensatory picks were expanded but streamlined under the new qualifying offer system, replacing the prior Type A/B free agent classifications; teams losing a player who rejected a one-year qualifying offer (set at the average of the top 125 salaries, approximately $13.3 million for 2012-13) received one supplemental pick between the first and second rounds, limited to one per lost player and positioned based on the signing team's first-round status (top-10 protected).[20][21] For revenue-sharing recipient teams, the compensatory pick is placed between the first round and Competitive Balance Round A if the lost player signed a contract worth $50 million or more; otherwise, after Competitive Balance Round B.[22] These picks carried slot values tied to their draft position, encouraging disciplined spending. Overall, these changes shifted the draft toward a slot-based model to curb escalating bonuses and level the playing field, with the total 2013 signing bonus pool across all teams amounting to $202,501,600—an increase designed to align with MLB's financial growth while imposing hard caps on expenditures.[15][13]Draft proceedings
Dates and format
The 2013 Major League Baseball Draft took place over three days, from June 6 to June 8. The first day, held at Studio 42 in Secaucus, New Jersey—the headquarters of MLB Network—featured the first round along with the compensatory and competitive balance rounds, with selections announced live on stage by Commissioner Bud Selig. Coverage began with a preview show at 6:00 p.m. ET on MLB Network, followed by the draft starting at 7:00 p.m. ET, providing viewers with analyst commentary from experts like Jonathan Mayo and Peter Gammons. This televised format, established in prior years, emphasized the event's ceremonial aspects, including player representatives attending to hear their names called. The subsequent rounds shifted to a less public structure: rounds 3 through 10 occurred on June 7 via conference call among MLB executives, while rounds 11 through 40 continued on June 8 in the same manner. In total, the draft spanned 40 rounds plus the additional compensatory and competitive balance selections, resulting in 1,216 players chosen from across the United States and internationally. Following the conclusion of selections, MLB teams immediately pursued undrafted free agents, signing dozens of eligible players to minor league contracts in a brief window before the July 2 deadline. The order of selections in the first round followed the reverse standings from the 2012 regular season, granting the Houston Astros the No. 1 pick due to their 55-107 record—the worst in the majors. In cases of tied records, MLB employed a lottery system to determine relative order, though no such ties affected the 2013 draft. Teams retained the ability to trade draft picks during the proceedings, a practice that added strategic depth, but the rights to unsigned draftees could not be traded until after the trading deadline of the following season. This structure balanced competitive equity with operational efficiency, allowing all 30 clubs to build their farm systems amid the new bonus pool constraints introduced in the 2012 collective bargaining agreement.Pre-draft top prospects
The 2013 Major League Baseball draft class was widely regarded as strong and college-dominated, featuring elite power hitters and starting pitchers who drew significant pre-draft attention from scouts. Kris Bryant, a third baseman from the University of San Diego, emerged as the consensus top position player, ranked No. 1 among hitters by Baseball America and praised for his plus-plus raw power—evidenced by 31 home runs and a 1.357 OPS in his junior year—along with above-average bat speed and the ability to stay at third base or shift to the outfield.[23][24] Mark Appel, a right-handed pitcher from Stanford, topped overall rankings in ESPN's Keith Law top 100 list, highlighted for his 94-98 mph fastball, plus command, and effective slider that positioned him as a potential frontline starter.[24][23] Jon Gray, Oklahoma's right-hander, rounded out the top college arms as a close rival to Appel, with scouts noting his 94-100 mph fastball, wipeout curveball, and physical 6-foot-4 frame that evoked comparisons to Gerrit Cole.[23][24] High school talents were fewer but included standouts like Clint Frazier, an outfielder from Loganville High School in Georgia, who was viewed as the premier prep bat due to his explosive bat speed, plus raw power, and above-average speed, making him a projected early-round pick despite raw defensive tools.[23][25] The class's college-heavy nature stemmed from a perceived surplus of polished performers, with scouting consensus emphasizing power potential at the plate and velocity on the mound over high-upside preps.[7] Mock drafts leading into the event showed notable variations, particularly for the Houston Astros' No. 1 overall selection, where projections oscillated between Appel, Gray, and Bryant based on team needs and signability factors—Appel, a Scott Boras client previously drafted eighth overall by the Pirates in 2012 but unsigned, carried bonus demands that could influence decisions.[26][27] Keith Law's final mock favored Appel to Houston, while others like USA Today's Jim Callis leaned toward Gray for cost efficiency.[26][27] Pre-draft activities intensified with team-hosted workouts, such as the Milwaukee Brewers' session at Miller Park in late May, where approximately 20 top amateurs performed for scouts to showcase athleticism, arm strength, and hitting ability.[28] Injury concerns also shaped evaluations, notably for left-hander Sean Manaea of Indiana State, whose late-season shoulder tightness and hip issue—initially reported as minor but limiting his final outings—dropped him from top-10 contention despite his mid-90s fastball and plus curveball.[29][30]Early round selections
First round
The first round of the 2013 Major League Baseball draft, held on June 6, 2013, at MLB Network's Studio 42 in Secaucus, New Jersey, consisted of 39 selections across the primary round, compensation picks, and competitive balance round A, reflecting the new rules under the 2012 collective bargaining agreement that expanded early opportunities for certain teams.[31] Teams generally adhered to pre-draft projections for the top choices, emphasizing college pitchers with advanced repertoires and signability, while using later picks to target high-upside high school talents or undervalued college players to optimize bonus pools.[23] The selections showcased a balance of 22 college draftees (including junior college) and 17 high school players, with pitchers comprising 9 of the top 20 picks—continuing a trend toward safer, more projectable college pitching amid the slot-value system that incentivized cost control.[4] Notable over-slot deals included the Chicago Cubs' $6.71 million for Kris Bryant at No. 2, matching his assigned slot but securing the consensus top hitter, while the Houston Astros signed Mark Appel at No. 1 for $6.35 million, $1.44 million below slot to preserve pool flexibility for later signings.[32] Under-slot agreements, such as Jonathan Gray's $4.8 million with the Colorado Rockies at No. 3 (versus a $5.63 million slot), allowed teams like the Royals to reach for value picks like Hunter Dozier at No. 8.[32]| Pick | Team | Player | Position | School/Hometown |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houston Astros | Mark Appel | RHP | Stanford University (Stanford, CA) |
| 2 | Chicago Cubs | Kris Bryant | 3B | University of San Diego (San Diego, CA) |
| 3 | Colorado Rockies | Jon Gray | RHP | University of Oklahoma (Norman, OK) |
| 4 | Minnesota Twins | Kohl Stewart | RHP | St. Pius X High School (Houston, TX) |
| 5 | Cleveland Indians | Clint Frazier | OF | Loganville High School (Loganville, GA) |
| 6 | Miami Marlins | Colin Moran | 3B | University of North Carolina (Chapel Hill, NC) |
| 7 | Boston Red Sox | Trey Ball | LHP | New Castle Chrysler High School (New Castle, IN) |
| 8 | Kansas City Royals | Hunter Dozier | SS | Stephen F. Austin University (Nacogdoches, TX) |
| 9 | Pittsburgh Pirates | Austin Meadows | CF | Grayson High School (Loganville, GA) |
| 10 | Toronto Blue Jays | Phil Bickford | RHP | Oaks Christian School (Westlake Village, CA) |
| 11 | New York Mets | Dominic Smith | 1B | Junípero Serra High School (Gardena, CA) |
| 12 | Seattle Mariners | D.J. Peterson | 3B | University of New Mexico (Albuquerque, NM) |
| 13 | San Diego Padres | Hunter Renfroe | RF | Mississippi State University (Starkville, MS) |
| 14 | Pittsburgh Pirates | Reese McGuire | C | Kentwood High School (Covington, WA) |
| 15 | Arizona Diamondbacks | Braden Shipley | RHP | University of Nevada (Reno, NV) |
| 16 | Philadelphia Phillies | J.P. Crawford | SS | Lakewood High School (Lakewood, CA) |
| 17 | Chicago White Sox | Tim Anderson | SS | East Central Community College (Decatur, MS) |
| 18 | Los Angeles Dodgers | Chris Anderson | RHP | University of Jacksonville (Jacksonville, FL) |
| 19 | St. Louis Cardinals | Marco Gonzales | LHP | Gonzaga University (Spokane, WA) |
| 20 | Detroit Tigers | Jonathon Crawford | RHP | University of Florida (Gainesville, FL) |
| 21 | Tampa Bay Rays | Nick Ciuffo | C | Lexington High School (Lexington, SC) |
| 22 | Baltimore Orioles | Hunter Harvey | RHP | Bandys High School (Catawba, NC) |
| 23 | Texas Rangers | Chi Chi Gonzalez | RHP | Oral Roberts University (Tulsa, OK) |
| 24 | Oakland Athletics | Billy McKinney | LF | Plano West Senior High School (Plano, TX) |
| 25 | San Francisco Giants | Christian Arroyo | SS | Hernando High School (Brooksville, FL) |
| 26 | New York Yankees | Eric Jagielo | 3B | University of Notre Dame (South Bend, IN) |
| 27 | Cincinnati Reds | Phillip Ervin | OF | Samford University (Birmingham, AL) |
| 28 | St. Louis Cardinals (comp) | Rob Kaminsky | LHP | St. Joseph Regional High School (Montvale, NJ) |
| 29 | Tampa Bay Rays (comp) | Ryne Stanek | RHP | University of Arkansas (Fayetteville, AR) |
| 30 | Texas Rangers (comp) | Travis Demeritte | SS | Winder-Barrow High School (Winder, GA) |
| 31 | Atlanta Braves (comp) | Jason Hursh | RHP | Oklahoma State University (Stillwater, OK) |
| 32 | New York Yankees (comp) | Aaron Judge | OF | Fresno State University (Fresno, CA) |
| 33 | New York Yankees (comp) | Ian Clarkin | LHP | Madison High School (San Diego, CA) |
| 34 | Kansas City Royals (CBA) | Sean Manaea | LHP | Indiana State University (Terre Haute, IN) |
| 35 | Miami Marlins (CBA) | Matt Krook | LHP | St. Ignatius College Preparatory (San Francisco, CA) |
| 36 | Arizona Diamondbacks (CBA) | Aaron Blair | RHP | Marshall University (Huntington, WV) |
| 37 | Baltimore Orioles (CBA) | Josh Hart | OF | Parkview High School (Lilburn, GA) |
| 38 | Cincinnati Reds (CBA) | Michael Lorenzen | RHP | Cal State Fullerton (Fullerton, CA) |
| 39 | Detroit Tigers (CBA) | Corey Knebel | RHP | University of Texas (Austin, TX) |