Cincinnati Reds Select RHP Chase Burns with Second Overall Pick in 2024 MLB Draft

Jul 14, 2024, 11:19 PM

The Cincinnati Reds have selected right-handed pitcher (RHP) Chase Burns from Wake Forest University with the second overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft. This selection marks the highest draft pick ever for a player from Wake Forest, surpassing Kyle Sleeth who was picked third overall in 2003. Burns' selection was met with surprise by some analysts, as many expected the Reds to choose Charlie Condon. The Reds' choice of Burns highlights their strong interest in Wake Forest's renowned pitching program.