Ranking the Twins' Potential Outcomes with the Third Overall Pick
The Minnesota Twins have made their selection with the third overall pick in the MLB draft.
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The brief
The Minnesota Twins have selected Vahn Lackey, a catcher from Georgia Tech, with the third overall pick in the MLB draft. Lackey is described as the best prep bat in the class. The Twins have not selected a catcher this high since Joe Mauer.
Coverage emphasizes the Twins' strategy in the draft, focusing on Lackey's potential impact. The New York Times, Star Tribune, MLB.com, and Twins Daily are among the outlets reporting on the selection. Twins Daily also published a mock draft and potential outcomes for the Twins' pick.
Watch for reactions from baseball analysts and fans. Coverage does not yet specify how Lackey fits into the Twins' roster or future plans.
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Quick answers
Who did the Twins select with the third overall pick?
The Twins selected Vahn Lackey, a catcher from Georgia Tech.
When was the pick made?
The pick was made on July 11, 2026.
Who was the last catcher the Twins selected this high?
The last catcher the Twins selected this high was Joe Mauer.
Coverage (5)
- Final Mock Draft: With The 3rd Overall Pick, The Twins Draft The Best Prep Bat In The Class Twins Daily · 10h ago
- Twins select Vahn Lackey with their highest draft choice for a catcher since Joe Mauer The New York Times · 10h ago
- Live: Twins take Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey with No. 3 overall pick in MLB draft Star Tribune · 10h ago
- Twins land Georgia Tech catcher Lackey with No. 3 overall pick MLB.com · 10h ago
- Ranking the Twins' Potential Outcomes with the Third Overall Pick Twins Daily · 10h ago
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