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Diamondbacks sign first rounder Ryan Waldschmidt for full 31 slot

Ryan Waldschmidt removes his elbow guard before taking his base in the College World Series game vs. Florida.
Jun 19, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Kentucky Wildcats left fielder Ryan Waldschmidt (21) takes first base on a walk to start the game against the Florida Gators during the first inning at Charles Schwab Field Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Steven Branscombe-USA TODAY Sports

First rounder Ryan Waldschmidt has signed with the Diamondbacks. The former Kentucky outfielder posted an image of him signing a contract in the Interview Room at Chase Field. Jim Callis, Senior Writer for MLB Pipeline, reports that Waldschmidt has signed for $2.904 million, the full slot value for the No. 31 pick.

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Waldschmidt, 21, was selected by Arizona with the No. 31 overall pick. That selection was awarded to them as Corbin Carroll, a prospect who qualified for the Prospect Promotion Incentive as a consensus Top-5 prospect, won the 2023 National League Rookie of the Year. There’s a strong chance they share the same outfield, as Carroll is under contract through the 2030 season.

Waldschmidt profiles as a left field only type defender, but should play the position at a high level due to his good speed and athleticism. He has quality tools across the board, with plus hit, power, and run tools. He’s the type of player who could really blossom under Dave McKay’s tutelage once he reaches the major leagues as both an outfield defender and a base stealer. He should be a fast riser in Arizona’s farm system.

The Diamondbacks now have reportedly signed 12 of their 22 selected players, with signing bonus figures for 11 of those players reported between Jim Callis of MLB and Carlos Collazo of Baseball America. Slade Caldwell, JD Dix, and Travis Garnett remain the only players yet to be signed in the top 10 rounds, although that’s only a matter of when and how much.

Here’s more on the reported draft signings:

Diamondbacks secure key signings from 2024 draft

Diamondbacks sign fifth rounder Connor Foley to $1 million bonus

4th rounder Tytus Cissell becomes first drafted player to sign with Diamondbacks

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Michael McDermott covers the Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Cardinals, and more for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on X via @MichaelMcDMLB

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