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MLB Draft Lottery Set for December 2025

12/8/2025

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Summary

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The MLB Draft Lottery will be held on December 9, 2025, during the Winter Meetings in Orlando.
The Chicago White Sox have 27.73% odds for No. 1, while Colorado Rockies, Washington Nationals, and Los Angeles Angels are ineligible under revenue-sharing rules.
The Houston Astros will participate in the lottery for the first time.
Roch Cholowsky, UCLA shortstop, is the top prospect who batted .353 last season.

History

Historical Context

The MLB Draft Lottery, introduced in 2023, aims to enhance competitive balance by randomly determining the first six picks among non-playoff teams. This shift follows a history of draft reforms, including the 2019 decision to limit teams' ability to tank for better picks. The Pittsburgh Pirates won the inaugural lottery, reflecting a broader strategy change among franchises to build stronger rosters.

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Story summary

The MLB Draft Lottery will be held on December 9, 2025, during the Winter Meetings in Orlando.
The Chicago White Sox have 27.73% odds for No. 1, while Colorado Rockies, Washington Nationals, and Los Angeles Angels are ineligible under revenue-sharing rules.
The Houston Astros will participate in the lottery for the first time.
Roch Cholowsky, UCLA shortstop, is the top prospect who batted .353 last season.

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