Credit: Peter Biello
Atlanta Braves first-round draft pick Hurston Waldrep paid a visit to Truist Park over the weekend.
“It’s a lifelong goal to be here and play at this level,” said the right-handed pitcher from Thomasville, Ga., who grew up a fan of the Braves. “It’s a relief and a dream come true.”
MLB's site said the Braves took Hurston Waldrep with the 24th overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft on July 9 in Seattle. MLB Pipeline ranked him as the No. 19 prospect available in this year’s draft.
Waldrep, 21, was part of the University of Florida team that reached the College World Series last month.