Previewing Texas players and the 2021 MLB Draft
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Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports
The 2021 MLB Draft starts on Sunday at 6 p.m. Central on MLB Network and ESPN, running for 20 rounds, shortened from the typical 40 rounds, and lasting through Tuesday.
The Texas Longhorns should see right-hander Ty Madden selected in the first round he’s the No. 19 prospect overall by ESPN. A Texas starting pitcher has not gone in the first round since Taylor Jungmann and the Longhorns haven’t had any player selected that highly since reliever Cory Knebel was picked No. 39 in 2013.
Here’s a look at how the draft could shake out for Texas and its small group of 2021 signees.