Last year's crop of prospects playing in Omaha was historic, as was the top of the 2023 MLB draft, in part because the overlap was complete. The Men's College World Series had 10 of the first 15 college players selected last season, all in the first round. It also featured seven more players projected to advance to the first round this year.
While this year's crop isn't star-studded, it's no slouch in overall talent, with eight to 10 projected first-rounders and at least two more expected in next year's draft (which will likely become four or five players in the draft). end).
Below, I rank the 34 players on this year's MCWS teams who I expect to go in the first three rounds when they become draft eligible, regardless of class, and then identify the top prospect and potential picks of the five first rounds of each. school. Keep in mind that this ranking is based solely on pro potential and draft stock, not potential College World Series impact, and prospects are eligible for the 2024 draft unless otherwise noted.
Here are the top MLB draft prospects (and potential MLB stars of tomorrow) in Omaha.
