Jaden Fauske was selected by the Chicago White Sox with the 44th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. The 6-foot-2, 205-pound outfielder is regarded as Illinois' top high school prospect and has excelled as a shortstop. He earned the Illinois Gatorade Player of the Year honor due to his outstanding performance. Fauske's contract with the White Sox is worth $3,000,000, significantly exceeding the slot value of $2.2 million. He has demonstrated versatility as a player, excelling in multiple positions throughout his high school career.
Fauske was named the Illinois Gatorade Player of the Year after dominating at the high school level with Major League Baseball scouts salivating at the potential he attains.
The left-handed hitter has handled business behind the plate and in the outfield while spending time as a designated hitter across his high school career.
He will receive $800,000 over slot with his first deal, making his total contract with the White Sox worth $3,000,000.
Fauske could become a slightly smaller and less athletic version of Jayson Werth, with a smooth left-handed stroke and a disciplined approach.
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