​PHILADELPHIA, PA (WSPA) – In a notable run of early-round selections on Saturday, several Greenville-area players heard their names called within the first four rounds of the MLB Draft. The first locally connected player to be selected was Southside Christian’s left-handed pitcher Carson Boleman. He went 29th overall to the San Francisco Giants. Known for a fastball that sits in the mid-to-upper 90s, Boleman helped the Sabres win five consecutive state titles and had standout performances on international stages while pitching for a United States national team. He has stated that he will soon decide whether to sign with the Giants or honor his commitment to pitch at Wake Forest.
Just one pick later, another Greenville area product heard his name called: former Greenville High pitcher Taylor Rabe went 30th overall to the Kansas City Royals. Rabe rose to become the No. 1 starter for Ole Miss during a season that culminated in a College World Series appearance, showcasing his stuff at the national level and strengthening his draft stock as he entered the professional ranks.
Ten picks after Rabe’s selection, Christ Church Episcopal School shortstop Bo Lowrance received a call from the Los Angeles Dodgers, going 40th overall. The Virginia signee has indicated he is likely to sign with the reigning World Series champions instead of heading to campus, adding an intriguing twist to his already high-profile recruitment and draft trajectory.
Meanwhile, Coastal Carolina right-hander Cameron Flukey opened the local rounds as the first player with Palmetto State ties off the board, going 22nd overall to the Detroit Tigers. Flukey’s selection marks the highest local pick of the day thus far, signaling a strong start for players with ties to the Palmetto State and highlighting the depth of Greenville-area talent in this year’s draft class.
As the draft progressed, more players with connections to the Greenville metro area continued to be in the mix, underscoring the region’s prominence in producing top-level pitching and infield talent. Each of these players brought a combination of velocity, refinement, and competitive experience—from national team appearances to college World Series runs—that has helped solidify their draft stock and created high expectations for professional careers.
For fans following the latest developments, these selections reflect a broader trend of Greenville-area athletes making significant impacts at the national level and catching the attention of major league clubs early in the draft process. The question now turns to decisions beyond the draft day headlines: will these players sign and begin professional careers immediately, or will they fulfill commitments to their colleges and join their programs in the fall? The answer will shape the next chapter of these players’ journeys and could influence the long-term trajectory of the region’s storied pipeline of baseball talent.
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