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Conrad

Conrad was the 17th pick of the 2025 MLB Draft out of Wake Forest, and while his first full professional season will be delayed, he has a chance to be a strong fantasy option in the long-term with several above-average tools.

Conrad receives a $3.56 million signing bonus, which represents a well below-slot deal for the 17th overall pick, which carried a $4.75 million slot value. The 21-year-old outfielder is coming off shoulder surgery during his final collegiate season at Wake Forest, but offers an assortment of above-average offensive tools, which give him a chance to make an impact for fantasy purposes down the road.

Conrad is the first non-shortstop position player selected in the first round of the draft. The 21-year-old is recovering from shoulder surgery, but he has a chance to produce above-average power with a hit tool to match. He also has above-average speed, so assuming good health, he has a chance to be a solid all-around outfielder.