Sons Of David Ortiz, Manny Ramirez Selected In The Draft
5 months agoThe sons of both former MLB stars David Ortiz and Manny Ramirez were selected in this year's MLB draft. The Los Angeles Angels took outfielder Lucas Ramirez in the 17th round, while the Boston Red Sox took D'Angelo Ortiz in the 19th round. The Toronto Blue Jays took USC shortstop Bryce Martin-Grudzielanek, who is the son of former All-Star Mark Grudzielanek, in the 20th round on Tuesday. Ramirez had committed to Tennessee around a year and a half ago on Jan. 21 and played at American Heritage High School in Plantation, Fla. Ortiz is a sophomore at Miami Dade Community College who split his time between third base and the outfield. In 51 games for the Sharks this season, the 20-year-old hit .377/.467/.434 with 35 RBI.
Source: The Associated Press
Source: The Associated Press