Much can be said about the Phillies drafting ability in recent memory; from top to bottom, the Phils have generated a respectable farm system, utilizing their top draft picks well. But its not always the as-advertised prep and college stars that make the biggest impact on an MLB roster.
In light of there only being seven rounds in this year’s MLB draft, let’s look at some of the best late round picks in Phillies history.
Darren Daulton, Round 25, pick 628, 1980
Dutch was a near Phillies lifer, spending only his last season with another team.