BREAKING NEWS: Chicago commit Tennessee SS in 2024 MLB Draft
Ty Southisene was officially drafted in the 2024 MLB Draft, with the Chicago Cubs selecting him in the fourth round as the 120th overall pick.
Hailing from Nevada, Southisene committed to Tennessee and established himself as the top player in his state. During his senior year at Basic Academy, he had an impressive season, batting .495, driving in 24 runs, and scoring 44.
Southisene’s twin brother, Tate, was named Nevada’s 5A Player of the Year. Ty committed to Tennessee in August 2021, joining a growing list of highly-rated recruits for Tony Vitello. He showcases a diverse skill set.
Standing at 5-foot-9, Southisene is not only capable of hitting for power but also excels on the bases with his notable speed. Ranked as a Top-125 prospect by MLB.com, he made a compelling case for his selection in the MLB Draft.
Scouting report on Ty Southisene
Ty Southisene’s size was a notable discussion point leading up to the draft, but his advanced skill set could compensate for it. MLB.com evaluators even suggested he could rank alongside other former Nevada stars drafted within the first three rounds.
“Southisene is undersized at 5-foot-9, but that won’t deter teams from showing interest in his solid all-around toolset,” stated MLB.com’s scouting report. “He has the potential to become a plus hitter, with an ability to make hard contact through an advanced approach at the plate and a knack for analyzing his at-bats and swing. Although he sometimes swings for power, when he remains composed, he consistently finds the barrel against various pitching styles with impressive bat speed, which should naturally translate to solid power.
“A quick-twitch athlete, Southisene’s high baseball IQ and instincts enhance all his tools. While his arm may traditionally be considered a bit short, his release, hands, and footwork provide him with a strong chance to stay at shortstop. Teams willing to overlook the Tennessee recruit’s size could see him follow in the footsteps of Nevada prep bats like Justin Crawford and Tyler Whitaker, who were taken in the top three rounds.”