Dax Kilby was selected by the New York Yankees with the 39th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. Kilby, a shortstop from Newnan High School in Georgia, has a solid track record and was rated as the 75th best prospect by Baseball America. He has a strong bat with average power. Scouts believe he can develop more power and are cautious about his position, as he might need to move to second base or the outfield due to arm strength issues. The Yankees have to sign him away from a commitment to Clemson University.
Dax Kilby, a 6-foot-2 shortstop from Georgia, was selected by the New York Yankees with the 39th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft.
Kilby is a solid high school bat, considered to have a strong line-drive gap-to-gap profile with average power and potential for growth.
Despite being listed as a shortstop, Kilby is likely to transition to second base or the outfield due to arm strength concerns.
The Yankees will not pick again until later in the third round at the 103rd overall position due to free agency rules.
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