Day 1 of the MLB Draft is officially in the books, and if you listen to the internet, the Red Sox completely messed up by going way underslot with their first round pick and then not dropping some serious cash on their next two picks. Look, the real smart folks know you can't even begin to judge an MLB draft until at least two years down the road, but hey, it's still fun to talk about, right?
Draft Day 2 Kicks Off With High Stakes
Today is all about Day 2 of the draft, and it’s kicking off at 11:30 AM with the fifth round. The Red Sox are slated to pick 22nd in both the fifth round, which is pick #156 overall, and the sixth round at #185. After that, they’ll have the 21st pick in every round until this whole thing wraps up at round 20. Don't expect to see this on your TV, though; you'll have to stream the action live on MLB.com if you want to follow along.Futures Game Delivers Future Big League Talent
If you're more into watching prospects who are already tearing it up in the pipeline, the annual Futures Game is your jam. That spectacle gets going at noon, and you can catch it live on NBC or Peacock. We've got Franklin Arias starting at shortstop for the American League squad, and Anthony Eyanson is going to be in the bullpen. These guys might be a few years out from the big league show, but watching them now is a peek into what's coming!This article was created with AI assistance and reviewed by Seattle On Tap editorial staff. Always verify information with official team sources.