Angels eye top prep pitcher Gio Rojas in upcoming MLB draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The Los Angeles Angels are linked to prep pitcher Gio Rojas with the 12th pick in the MLB draft. Rojas is considered the top high school arm in the draft class, showcasing a fastball that can reach 98 mph, paired with a strong slider. The Angels have typically favored college players in their recent drafts, with their last high school selection occurring in 2018. Should Rojas be available at No. 12, he may be an appealing option for the Angels as they look to rebuild after a disappointing start to the season.
- •Angels have a 27-42 record, last in the AL West
- •Gio Rojas is viewed as the consensus top prep pitcher
- •Angels last selected a high school player in 2018
- •Rojas has a fastball hitting 98 mph and a notable slider
- •Angels’ draft strategy could change significantly this season
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — Angels' first round draft plans hovering around top prep pitcher
"The Angels are linked to an exciting prep arm with pick No. 12.
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