Joey Lawson signs with the Miami Marlins after MLB Draft selection
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 6:43 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
Joey Lawson, a graduate of Bishop Verot, signed with the Miami Marlins on July 23 after being selected as the 595th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Lawson, a right-handed pitcher, initially planned to return to the University of North Carolina to continue his education. However, he accepted the Marlins' offer of approximately $196,500 shortly after their selection. Lawson expressed his excitement about fulfilling his dream of becoming a professional baseball player. He will now report to Jupiter to join the Marlins' rookie team for training.
- •Lawson was selected in the 20th round of the MLB Draft.
- •He rejected previous offers to maintain his college eligibility.
- •The signing took place less than two weeks after the draft.
- •Lawson will train at the Marlins' facility in Jupiter.
- •He was previously a two-time Southwest Florida Baseball Player of the Year.
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — Bishop Verot grad Joey Lawson signs with MLB's Miami Marlins
"The Marlins threw Larson a lifeline by selecting the right-handed pitcher in the 20th round of the MLB Draft, one he couldn't wait to grab.
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