The 2021 Carolina baseball season was a bit of a rollercoaster ride. The Diamond Heels (under first-year manager Scott Forbes) had some big series wins, and some head-scratching losses. Whatever UNC lacked in consistency, they certainly made up for with raw talent. MLB teams agreed, and three Tar Heels were selected on Day 2 of the MLB Draft.
Let’s take a look at the three Heels moving on to the professional ranks!
Austin Love - Pitcher (St. Louis Cardinals: Third Round, 90th Pick)
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The St. Louis Cardinals select with the 90th overall pick (3rd round) in the 2021 MLB Draft.