2022 MLB Mock Draft 1.0

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There may still be a lockout, but college ball is back and better than ever. With that being said, let's take a look at the stars of the future in our latest 2022 MLB Mock Draft.

By Zach Smith

This draft class features tons of superstar-level talents along with some young and raw prep pitchers. The biggest storyline this year is the quality of high school and college bats.

On the college side, power seems to be the most popular tool, along with a few well-rounded defenders. Here is V1 of our 2022 MLB Mock Draft:

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10. Colorado Rockies –  2B Robert Moore, Arkansas Son of Royals president Dayton Moore, Robert produced right away at Arkansas. Defense is where he shines, with strong instincts and elite quickness.

9. Kansas City Royals –  3B Jacob Berry, LSU At Arizona, Berry hit .352/.439/.676 with 17 bombs as a freshman. Where he ends up positionally is a big question, with first base being the likely outcome.

8. Minnesota Twins –  OF Gavin Cross, Virginia Tech Cross has a mix of power and arm strength that will likely land him in right field long term. The Tennessee product had a .345 BA last year.

7. Chicago Cubs – RHP Dylan Lesko, Buford HS (GA) The big righty has an exciting mix including a mid 90s fastball, high-spin curveball, and a changeup that has been regarded as the best in the class.

6. Miami Marlins –  OF Elijah Green, IMG Academy (FL) A unique mix of plus power, stellar defense, and blazing speed, Green may find himself back in the top five discussion before the spring is over.

5. Washington Nationals –  INF Jace Jung, Texas Tech Brother of Rangers’ prospect Josh Jung, Jace possesses a similar skillset. The Big 12 Player of the Year will surely make some noise this year.

4. Pittsburgh Pirates –  OF Chase DeLauter, James Madison In 42 games, DeLauter has slashed .385/.488/.657 with more walks than strikeouts. He’s also made nine appearances as a pitcher and hits low 90s.

3. Texas Rangers –  OF Druw Jones, Wesleyan HS (GA) The son of baseball legend Andruw Jones, Druw has an explosive skill set that makes him arguably the best prep player in this class.

2. Arizona Diamondbacks –  SS Termarr Johnson, Mays HS (GA) The best pure hitter in the class, Johnson has an effortless swing with up-and-coming power. The Georgia product does everything at the plate.

1. Baltimore Orioles –  SS Brooks Lee, Cal Poly Lee checks all of the boxes. The 6-foot-2 switch-hitter has a smooth swing from both sides of the plate and he has all the qualities of a long-term SS.