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White Sox take UCLA SS Cholowsky with top pick

First publishedJul 11, 21:58 UTC
Last updatedJul 11, 21:58 UTC · 28m ago
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The Chicago White Sox selected Roch Cholowsky with the first overall pick in the MLB draft on Saturday. Cholowsky is a 21-year-old shortstop from UCLA. This pick was expected after the White Sox won the lottery last December.

The White Sox chose Roch Cholowsky first in the big baseball draft. He plays shortstop for UCLA college team. The draft happened on Saturday. Many people thought they would pick him anyway. He is 21 years old.

Why it matters

This means the White Sox got a very good player right away. A top pick helps a team build a strong baseball team.

In brief
Who did the White Sox pick?
They picked Roch Cholowsky.
When was this draft pick made?
The pick was made on Saturday.
What position does he play?
He plays shortstop (SS).
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Most outlets report the main fact: White Sox pick Cholowsky first. The New York Post adds a fun, critical angle about how poorly MLB's Rob Manfred said his name.

  • Angle 1Framing signal
    Cholowsky was expected to be picked anyway.
    Chicago Sun-TimesMentioned he fended off challenges from others.
  • Angle 2Framing signal
    The pick was made after winning the lottery.
    Chicago Sun-TimesStated this fact clearly in the article body.
  • Angle 3Framing signal
    Rob Manfred mispronounced his name.
    New York PostCalled it a 'brutal MLB draft moment'.
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