The Texas Rangers wrapped up Day 3 of the 2024 MLB Draft in Fort Worth, adding promising talent to their farm system.
Here’s a recap of their Day 3 picks, including some stats on each player.
Dalton Pence, LHP, University of North Carolina (11th Round, 345th Overall)
- DOB: 8/28/2002 (21 years old)
- Height/Weight: 6’2″ / 215 lbs
- Stats: 5-1 W-L, 2.45 ERA in 58.2 IP, 27 BB, 74 SO
Dalton Pence from UNC has some serious upside. With his impressive ERA and strikeout numbers, Pence could become a valuable asset in the Rangers’ pitching lineup.
Josh Springer, C, Corona Senior High School (12th Round, 375th Overall)
- DOB: 6/12/2006
- Height/Weight: 6’3″ / 205 lbs
- Stats: .381 AVG, .455 OBP, .457 SLG, .912 OPS, 1 HR, 15 RBI
Josh Springer is a solid catcher with a promising bat. His commitment to Oregon State adds another layer of excitement about his future development.
Aidan Deakins, LHP, Wabash Valley College (13th Round, 405th Overall)
- DOB: 3/6/2004
- Height/Weight: 6’3″ / 185 lbs
- Stats (2023): 1-2 W-L, 4.05 ERA in 26.2 IP, 15 BB, 41 SO
- Stats (2024): 1-0 W-L, 6.26 ERA in 23 IP, 28 SO
Ben Hartl, C, University of Kansas (14th Round, 435th Overall)
- DOB: 1/7/2003
- Height/Weight: 5’11” / 210 lbs
- Stats (Kansas): .309 AVG, .460 OBP, .599 SLG, 11 HR, 35 RBI, 27 BB, 42 SO
- Stats (Cape Cod League): .167 AVG, .394 OBP, 4 RBI, 6 BB, 8 SO
Brooks Fowler, RHP, Oral Roberts University (15th Round, 465th Overall)
- DOB: 1/29/2003
- Height/Weight: 6’3″ / 205 lbs
- Stats: 6-5 W-L, 5.61 ERA in 78.2 IP, 31 BB, 81 SO
Eric Loomis, RHP, Missouri State University (16th Round, 495th Overall)
- DOB: 3/27/2002
- Height/Weight: 6’0″ / 195 lbs
- Stats: 9.79 ERA in 26.2 IP, 22 BB, 33 SO
- Draft League Stats: 4 IP, 6 SO
Eric Loomis has the tools, including a fastball up to 97.3 MPH and a slider that gets whiffs. His strikeout rates are promising.
Joey Danielson, RHP, North Dakota State University (17th Round, 525th Overall)
- DOB: 1/11/2001
- Height/Weight: 6’3″ / 235 lbs
- Stats: 1-5 W-L, 4.85 ERA in 39 IP, 13 BB, 39 SO
Danielson showed his prowess as a closer by recording a conference-best 9 saves in Summit League play, earning him a spot on the All-Summit League First Team.
Kadyn Leon, RHP, Lake Travis High School (18th Round, 555th Overall)
- DOB: 11/22/2005
- Height/Weight: 6’0″ / 175
- Stats: 7-2 W-L, 80 SO in 43 IP, 1.28 ERA, 0.985 WHIP, Pitcher of the Year
Kadyn Leon’s stats speak for themselves. His performance in high school shows he has the stuff and the mentality to compete at the next level.
Cade Obermueller, LHP, University of Iowa (19th Round, 585th Overall)
- DOB: 7/28/2003
- Height/Weight: 5’11” / 160 lbs
- Stats: 4-3 W-L, 3.92 ERA in 59.2 IP, 41 BB, 73 SO
Cade Obermueller offers an intriguing blend of angle and slot with his low-90s fastball and solid slider.
Mac Rose, C, McLennan Community College (20th Round, 615th Overall)
- DOB: 4/19/2004 (20 years old)
- Height/Weight: 6’0″ / 200 lbs
- Stats:.354 AVG, .420 OBP, .540 SLG, 7 HR, 35 RBI, 20 BB
Mac Rose is a left-handed hitting catcher with a potent bat, rounding out the Rangers’ draft picks with impressive numbers at the plate.
Breakdown by Position
Left-Handed Pitchers (3): Dalton Pence, Aidan Deakins, Cade Obermueller
Right-Handed Pitchers (4): Brooks Fowler, Eric Loomis, Joey Danielson, Kadyn Leon
Catchers (3): Josh Springer, Ben Hartl, Mac Rose
Breakdown by Level
High School (2): Josh Springer, Kadyn Leon
College (8): Dalton Pence, Aidan Deakins, Ben Hartl, Brooks Fowler, Eric Loomis, Joey Danielson, Cade Obermueller, Mac Rose
Not all of these players may sign with the Rangers, but each pick brings unique strengths and potential. Stay tuned to The Prospect Times for updates as these players embark on their journey to the major leagues.
