The Jays selected the UNC star with the 22nd overall pick in the MLB draft on Monday night, their first of two first-round picks. RelatedScouts have slotted Warmoth as a safe pick who can hit for average and can provide OBP, speed and some power. 1 overall pick. The Blue Jays are looking to restock their farm system, which has been somewhat depleted by trades in recent years. One of the Jays’ biggest draft success stories in recent years was the selection of outfielder Kevin Pillar, picked in the 32nd round, 979th overall, in 2011.

Source: National Post June 13, 2017 03:11 UTC