The Los Angeles Dodgers made 21 selections over the course of the 2025 MLB Draft, with their picks comprising of 14 pitchers and seven position players.
The Dodgers’ pitching selections skewed heavily toward right-handers, with only four southpaws in their 2025 Draft class. Of the seven position players chosen, four were outfielders, and they were accompanied by two catchers and one shortstop.
The 2025 Dodgers draft class included 18 collegiate choices and just three high school players. The Dodgers made two prep selections within the first six rounds, but waited until their last pick to take another high schooler, which was Shane Brinham out of Canada.
With 10 selections in the first nine rounds of the 2025 MLB Draft, the Dodgers’ selections were split evenly between bats and arms. But pitching dominated their final 11 picks, with the Dodgers opting for just two position players.
L.A. ranks 24th among all teams with a bonus pool of $9,031,300 for their 2025 MLB Draft picks. Bonus pools are calculated by adding the slot values of every pick through the first 10 rounds.
Any signing bonus amount more than $125,000 for draft picks after the 10th round or undrafted free agents signings also count against pool money.
2025 Dodgers draft picks
Round 1/Competitive balance round A, Pick 40: Zach Root, LHP
The Dodgers’ draft began with back-to-back picks in the competitive balance rounds.
They went with a high-floor selection with their first choice, selecting Zach Root out of the University of Arkansas. He was MLB Pipeline’s No. 42 ranked prospect in the class.
Root’s game relies upon effective use of four pitches as opposed to overpowering batters with pure stuff.
His fastball sits around 91-94 mph, but he can reach 97. Root’s best pitch is a changeup that fades, while his curveball gives him two plus pitches.
The pick was meaningful on a personal level as Root grew up rooting for the Dodgers and watching Clayton Kershaw.
Round 1/Competitive balance round A, Pick 41: Charles Davalan, OF
University of Arkansas outfielder Charles Davalan was the No. 54 ranked prospect on MLB Pipeline’s rankings. He has a smooth swing and disciplined approach that helped him hit .346/.433/.561 for the Razorbacks.
He makes his money by driving the ball into the gaps, but he has also shown some decent home run power. Davalan profiles as a rangy defender, though arm strength is the weakest part of his game. The Dodgers have him listed as an outfielder, but he has experience at second base, which could ultimately be his best fit defensively.
Round 2, Pick 65: Cam Leiter, RHP
Health and command are the two biggest question marks for Cam Leiter, but he has the potential to be a standout selection from Florida State University.
Leiter has an explosive fastball that can reach up to 98 mph and averages 95 mph. His large frame allows the right-hander to get excellent extension as well. An upper-80s slider is Leiter’s best secondary pitch and pairs well with his fastball to put batters away.
He can occasionally land a curveball for strikes and also throws a changeup, but both are works in progress.
It is worth noting that the Dodgers’ recent track record with player health, particularly pitchers, makes this an even riskier pick than it otherwise would be.
Health concerns and the need for a more well-rounded arsenal are the two big hurdles for Leiter to develop as a starter, but he profiles as an effective bullpen arm at the very least.
Round 3, Pick 104: Landyn Vidourek, OF
Landyn Vidourek out of the University of Cincinnati was the Dodgers fourth selection in this year’s draft. Smith offers an interesting mix of power and speed, with 14 homers and 39 stolen bases (in 40 attempts) in his junior year.
Vidourek boosted his draft stock with an impressive display at Day 2 of the MLB Combine, with the second-longest ball and the second-highest exit velocity of the day. Strikeout concerns are the biggest knock on him, with 164 in 470 at-bats during his three years at Cincinnati.
Round 4, Pick 135: Aidan West, SS
Aidan West was the Dodgers’ first prep selection of the draft at pick 135 in the fourth round. The Maryland shortstop was the No. 123 ranked prospect by MLB Pipeline.
West stands at 6-foot-2, hits the ball hard often and has a chance to develop decent power in the future. He comes with whiff and swing-decision concerns which will need to be addressed. He has above-average foot speed, decent hands and an average arm to round out a solid defensive profile.
But he projects to be a better second baseman or third baseman because of questions about his range.
Round 5, Pick 165: Davion Hickson, RHP
Davion Hickson was a part of Rice University’s starting rotation after pitching out of the bullpen in 2024. Hickson’s fastball and slider are his two main offerings. His fastball sits 93 while topping at 97 mph.
He also occasionally throws a changeup but it is his weakest pitch.
Round 6, Pick 195: Mason Ligenza, OF
Mason Ligenza, an outfielder from Pennsylvania, was the Dodgers’ second high school selection in three picks. He was the No. 217 ranked prospect in the class according to MLB Pipeline.
Ligenza comes with a ton of upside as a prospect due to his size, strength and projection, although he does come with some question marks. With a 6-foot-5 frame that he can fill out, Ligenza profiles as a power bat from the left-handed batter’s box at the next level. He also has an above-average arm to boot.
Further physical development could help him elevate his game on offense and defense.
The quality of competition Ligenza faced in high school is his biggest question mark. His struggles against better arms at showcases raised concerning swing-and-miss issues.
Round 7, Pick 225: Mason Estrada, RHP
Mason Estrada has a fastball that can reach up to 96 mph, to go along with breaking ball offerings that possess a spin rate up to 2,700 rpm. The right-handed pitcher from MIT went 6-0 with a 2.21 ERA, striking out 66 in 40.2 innings.
Round 8, Pick 255: Jack O’Connor, RHP
Eighth-round selection Jack O’Connor underwent surgery on the UCL in his right elbow in May. He only made eight appearances out of the bullpen for the University of Virginia in 2025.
During career with the Cavaliers, the 21-year-old went 6-4 with a 5.00 ERA and 101 strikeouts over 93.2 innings.
Round 9, Pick 285: Conner O’Neal, C
The Dodgers selected small-school catcher Conner O’Neal from Southeastern Louisiana University. He received All-Louisiana (second team) and Southland All-Conference (second team) honors this year.
L.A. reportedly signed O’Neal well under his recommended slot value, freeing up bonus pool money to be used elsewhere.
Round 10, Pick 315: Jacob Frost, LHP
Jacob Frost spent this past season with Kansas State University. He led the Wildcats in strikeouts (75), WHIP (1.54) and opponent batting average (.238).
He was the Dodgers’ second rumored signing on Tuesday, also agreeing to a contract well under slot.
Round 11, Pick 345: Dylan Tate, RHP
Dylan Tate totaled five innings pitched through two appearances this season after missing the majority of the year due to injury. He possesses a fastball that reaches the mid- to upper-90s.
Round 12, Pick 375: Logan Lunceford, RHP
The Dodgers selected Logan Lunceford out of Wake Forrest University. The junior pitched 60 innings for the Demon Deacons in 2025, with a 5.25 ERA and 88 strikeouts.
His fastball sits in the low 90s and tops out at 95 mph.
Round 13, Pick 405: Robby Porco, RHP
West Virginia University right-handed pitcher Robby Porco made 12 appearances, including four starts for the Mountaineers in 2025. He had a 4.64 ERA and 24 strikeouts in 21.1 innings pitched.
Round 14, Pick 435: Davis Chastain, RHP
Davis Chastain transferred to the University of Georgia in 2025 after spending the previous season with Georgia State. Made 13 relief appearances for the Bulldogs with a 3-0 record, 4.97 ERA in 12.2 innings with five walks and 15 strikeouts.
Round 15, Pick 465: Matt Lanzendorfer, LHP
Matt Lanzendorfer transferred to the University of Virginia from DIII program Misericordia University. He went 4-2 with a 2.90 ERA in 22 appearances out of the bullpen and struck out 40 batters in 31 innings pitched.
Round 16, Pick 495: AJ Soldra, OF
AJ Soldra is a left-handed bat from Seton Hall University. He made the America East All-Rookie Team in 2024, making 29 starts primarily in right field. Soldra had a .330 batting average in his sophomore season.
Round 17, Pick 525: Sam Horn, RHP
Sam Horn has been a dual-sport athlete at the University of Missouri since his freshman season. Horn sat out his 2024 sophomore season for baseball as a medical redshirt.
He has a plus-fastball that can touch 98 mph with armside run and sink. At 6-foot-4, Horn creates good extension and deception with his delivery because of a low arm slot and release point at his height. The negative on his scouting report is that he is a very raw and inexperienced prospect.
Horn was the No. 128 prospect on MLB Pipeline’s rankings, meaning the Dodgers could grab some major value here if they are able to sign him. However, it will likely take a sizable signing bonus and some convincing from the Dodgers front office.
Horn is competing for Missouri’s starting quarterback job this season. His priority seems to be on football at the moment, which explains why he was available for the Dodgers at pick 525.
Round 18, Pick 555: Finn Edwards, RHP
Finn Edwards was another small-school selection by the Dodgers, coming from Iowa Western Community College. He had a 3.67 ERA and 45 strikeouts in 34.1 innings pitched this past season. Standing at 6-foot-7 with an above average fastball, Edwards fits a trend in this year’s draft class.
Round 19, Pick 585: Anson Aroz, C
Anson Aroz is a switch-hitting catcher who played in 57 games for the Oregon Ducks in 2025. His 17 home runs tied for 86th in the nation among DI programs. He also has a reputation as a strong defensive catcher.
Round 20, Pick 615: Shane Brinham, LHP
The final pick in the 2025 draft, Canadian prep arm Shane Brinham has some real promise as a prospect. While his fastball sits in the high 80s to low 90s, Brinham has shown the ability to touch 93 mph. His secondary pitches are a work in progress as well, but at just 17 years old when he was drafted, he still has room to develop.
He is committed to play baseball at Michigan University next season.
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