The Detroit Tigers have secured Bryce Rainer, their first-round pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, with a $5.8 million bonus, slightly exceeding the $5.71 million slot value for the 11th overall pick, according to Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com. Rainer, a 6-foot-3 shortstop from Southern California, was initially committed to the University of Texas. Known for his potential plus power and strong arm, Rainer is viewed as a prospect with significant upside. ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel ranked him as the top high school player and the sixth-best draft prospect overall, with FanGraphs, Baseball America, and The Athletic’s
Keith Law placing him ninth or tenth among top prospects. Despite some concerns about his bat speed and ability to handle plus velocity, Rainer’s potential remains high. His skills on the left side of the infield and power-hitting abilities could make him a valuable asset for the Tigers. Detroit currently boasts five prospects in Baseball America’s most recent Top 100 update, including Jackson Jobe, Max Clark, and Kevin McGonigle. While Rainer may not immediately join the top tier of this list, he adds another high-upside talent to the Tigers’ farm system.
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