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Fort Worth Star Taken Second Overall | Texas News
Grady Emerson, the top-ranked Texas prospect and 2026 Gatorade Player of the Year, just got drafted second overall by the Tampa Bay Rays — a massive leap for the Fort Worth Christian shortstop who lit up his senior season with a .532 average, 1.013 slugging percentage, and 21 stolen bases. Coached by former MLB star Rusty Greer, Emerson joins a lineage of DFW talent, and the Rays are investing over $10.5M in him — part of their $19M bonus pool — betting big on his potential to hit 25 homers in the majors. Local hero, elite pedigree, and a pro career just beginning. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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