The Detroit Tigers first draft under Scott Harris was notable for the switch in emphasis from college players to collecting as much high school talent as possible. That philosophy has carried through, but the one prep position player from the 2023 draft who hasn’t had much written about them is third baseman Carson Rucker. A shoulder injury early last season put him on the shelf the rest of the way after just four Complex League games. In 2025, he’ll look to get back on track after missing so much time.
Rucker was the Tigers fourth round selection in the 2023 draft.