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Chicago Cubs’ 2025 Draft: OF Ethan Conrad at No. 17, OF Kane Kepley at No. 56 and a RHP at No. 90

COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS, JUL 14 – Despite a season-ending shoulder injury, Cubs selected Ethan Conrad for his power, speed, and defensive versatility, noting his 7 home runs and .372 batting average in 21 games this season.

Summary by Chicago Tribune
For the fifth consecutive year, the Chicago Cubs opted to go the college route with their top draft pick. The Cubs selected Wake Forest outfielder Ethan Conrad at No. 17 in the first round of the 2025 MLB draft on Sunday. He was listed as the No. 28 prospect for the draft by MLB.com. Conrad was limited to 21 games this season due to a season-ending surgery in April after sustaining a left shoulder injury diving for a ball in March. The 6-foot-3 …

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Sports Illustrated broke the news in New York, United States on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
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