Xavier's Burdette and Piech participate in MLB Draft Combine
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 1:38 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Clay Burdette and Ryan Piech are representing Xavier at the 2026 MLB Draft Combine in Phoenix, running from June 23 to June 26. Both players had standout seasons, with Burdette achieving a.343 batting average, while Piech posted an impressive 3.18 ERA. They had notable high school careers that included a state semifinal matchup in 2023. The MLB Draft is scheduled for July 11-12.
- •Burdette was a first-team All-Big East selection.
- •Piech went 8-3 with 98 strikeouts this season.
- •The MLB Draft Combine includes on-field workouts and testing.
- •Draft dates are July 11-12 as part of All-Star festivities.
- •Burdette and Piech previously faced off in the 2023 state semifinals.
- 1:38 PMYahoo Sports — Xavier Musketeers baseball sends 2 players to MLB Draft Combine
"Clay Burdette and Ryan Piech faced each other in the DI state semifinals in 2023. This week, they're representing Xavier at the MLB Draft Combine.
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