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LSU Baseball 2020 MLB Draft Tracker: Multiple Tiger Players, Commits Expecting to Hear Names Called

Cabrera, Henry projected as high draft picks from LSU

Glen West

LSU Baseball 2020 MLB Draft Tracker: Multiple Tiger Players, Commits Expecting to Hear Names Called
LSU Baseball 2020 MLB Draft Tracker: Multiple Tiger Players, Commits Expecting to Hear Names Called /

Day 2

Cole Henry (No. 55 overall, Washington Nationals)

Henry goes to the Nationals organization early in the second round and the sophomore will have an interesting decision ahead of him. The slot value for the pick is $1.3 million but Henry is reportedly looking for around $2 million. 

In four appearances as a sophomore, Henry carried a 1.89 ERA in 19 innings pitched, striking out 23 batters and walking six as the Tigers' ace pitcher. If he were to return, a starting rotation of Henry, AJ Labas, Landon Marceaux and Jaden Hill would be one of the best in the SEC.

In a conference call with the Nationals media, Henry said his expectation is to sign with the organization.

Daniel Cabrera (No. 62 overall, Detroit Tigers)

The LSU outfielder stays a Tiger after being drafted in the second round Thursday. It's been widely believed that Cabrera will sign and with a $1.1 million slot value it's all but a certainty.

Cabrera, the team's starting right fielder, caught fire over the last 10 games of the season, batting .345 with two homeruns and 12 RBI in 58 at bats.

Beck Way (No. 129 overall, New York Yankees)

The right handed pitcher spent last season with Northwest Community College before announcing his commitment to the LSU program. Way made seven appearances in the abbreviated college season and posted a 0.67 ERA with 58 strikeouts and nine walks. 

In addition to his fastball, Way throws a slider, changeup and cutter. At 20 years old, it wouldn't be surprising to see Way sign with the Yankees but if he does decide to come to Baton Rouge, it'd be a welcomed addition for depth as the Tigers did just lose Cole Henry to the Nationals. 

First Round

Drew Romo (No. 35 overall, Colorado Rockies)

Romo was one of the top catcher recruits in the country. His defensive prowess is perhaps his greatest strength but he’s a power hitter that will be able to contribute at the next level. The fact that he didn’t get past the first round makes it likely he signs professionally with the Rockies.

LSU coach Paul Mainieri thinks this will be a draft unlike any other. That’s saying something for a guy who will be entering his 38th year as a college baseball head coach. 

In a conference call with the local Colorado media on Thursday, Romo admitted he hasn't made a decision in regards to his LSU commitment. 


In an interview with Baton Rouge radio show “After Further Review” Mainieri said because of the five-round format, teams could see an unprecedented amount of players return and high school prospects show up.

“I think we’re going to see some things we haven’t seen in past years as far as guys returning to the team,” Mainieri said. “You just never know what’s going to happen with the draft next week and what’s going on behind the scenes.

The first round is set to start at 6 p.m. CT and there are a few players that could hear their names called Wednesday night. 

Cole Henry and Daniel Cabrera are the most likely candidates to be taken in the first round while catcher commit Drew Romo could also be selected.

Here’s a list of LSU players and prospects to watch over the next few days:

2019 LSU Players

Cole Henry-Pitcher

AJ Labas- Pitcher

Devin Fontenot- Relief Pitcher

Zack Mathis- Infield

Saul Garza- Catcher

Daniel Cabrera-Outfield

2020 Commits

Drew Romo- Catcher

Ty Floyd- Pitcher

Jordan Thompson- Infield

Brody Drost- Outfield


Also on Wednesday, the NCAA lifted some restrictions on college baseball rosters to aid the impending roster overloads. There will be no limitation on roster size and the 25% scholarship limit was eliminated for the year according to D1 Baseball’s Kendall Rogers.

With the NCAA releasing this information before the draft, it helps the Tigers better assess how to handle the roster, particularly since there won't be a roster limit for next season.

Follow along for updates throughout Wednesday and Thursday evening to see how the draft shakes up for the Tigers.

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Glen West
GLEN WEST

Glen West has been a beat reporter covering LSU football, basketball and baseball since 2017. West has written for the Daily Reveille, Rivals and the Advocate as a stringer covering prep sports as well. He's easy to pick out from a crowd as well, standing 6-foot-10 with a killer jump shot. 

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