On Sunday, July 13, the Wareham Gatemen hosted the Falmouth Commodores in search of their fourth consecutive win. The game ended in great success for the Gatemen, with a dominant offense and great defense throughout; however, many were also tuned in to one of Baseball’s biggest events:

The MLB Draft.

Fans, interns, and even coaches had the Draft playing live on a device while the game was happening, waiting to see if a player they knew, interviewed, or coached would get their name called.

Now that the Draft has officially concluded, the Wareham Gatemen organization saw seventeen current and former players drafted to the major leagues in both days of the draft.

Sunday marked day one of the Draft, where the first three rounds took place. The Gatemen saw four former players drafted on day one.

Before any Gatemen were selected, a familiar face to Pitching Coach Eric Luksis was selected. His high school player Jordan Yost, also the younger brother of Gatemen outfielder Hayden Yost (Florida), was selected 24th overall by the Detroit Tigers.

Even though Jordan Yost was not a Gateman, having only played at Sickles High School, he felt like the first one on the team to go, due to his connection with Luksis, who coaches at Sickles, and his older brother, Hayden.

“It’s a special feeling. It’s been a lot of fun to help be part of Jordan Yost’s development over the years. He was always a gifted and naturally talented player, and has been special to me and my family. I’ve gotten really close with his entire family over the years. My own kids look up to Jordan more than any other athlete, and he has been the perfect role model for my kids to watch. The Tigers are getting a true Professional and all aspects of life,” said Wareham Gatemen Pitching Coach Eric Luksis.

Coach Luksis emphasized that this high school prospect is not only a great person but a fantastic player as well.

“His bat-to-ball skills are the best I’ve ever seen, only striking out a total of three times over two years. His range defensively is elite, along with his arm. He is not a flashy player and makes everything look really easy,” said Luksis.

The first Gateman selected in the 2025 MLB Draft was outfielder Brendan Summerhill (Arizona), who went 42nd overall to the Tampa Bay Rays as a Round 1 Compensation pick. Once projected as a top-10 selection by MLB Pipeline in January (read more here), Summerhill slipped slightly after a run of high school picks but still landed in the first round.

Summerhill starred for the Gatemen in 2024, helping lead them to their best season since 2019 and earning Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star honors. He also played a key role in Arizona’s College World Series run this June. With his selection, Summerhill becomes the 54th Gateman to be drafted in the first round — and the first since 2024 National League Rookie of the Year Paul Skenes was taken No. 1 overall in 2023.

Following Summerhill was Third Baseman Murf Gray (Fresno State), who was selected in Round 2’s Competitive Balance picks by the Pittsburgh Pirates at 73rd overall. Gray, like Summerhill, played for the Gatemen in 2024 and earned the honor of Cape Cod Baseball League All-Star.

Two Gatemen then went in the third round. Outfielder Max Williams (Florida State) went five picks after Gray at 78th overall to the Miami Marlins, and Infielder Antonio Jimenez (Central Florida) went as the 102nd pick to the New York Mets. Both played for the Gatemen in 2024.

Then came the fifth round, where Pitcher Christian Foutch (Arkansas) was selected 148th overall by the Boston Red Sox. Foutch pitched for the Gatemen at the beginning of the season in 2024 and now returns to Massachusetts as a professional baseball player.

In the seventh round, two Gatemen were drafted. The Los Angeles Angels selected Lucas Mahlstedt (Clemson) with the 199th overall pick. Mahlstedt was a two-time Gatemen as a right-handed pitcher.

Then, Right-Handed Pitcher Julian Tonghini (Arizona) was picked 201st overall by the Washington Nationals. Tonghini played for the Gatemen in 2024.

Riley Eikhoff (Coastal Carolina) was taken 256th overall by the Chicago White Sox. Eikhoff pitched for Wareham in 2023, contributing valuable innings to the rotation.

Will Koger (Arizona State) was drafted 280th overall by the San Diego Padres. A two-time Gateman from 2022–2023, Koger brought experience and poise to the mound during his time with Wareham.

Several more Gatemen were selected in the middle rounds of the draft, spanning the 11th through 14th rounds.

Shortstop Bobby Boser (Florida) was selected by the Oakland Athletics in the 11th round with the 320th overall pick. A two-time Gateman, Boser played in both 2023 and 2024, bringing power and versatility to Wareham’s infield.

In the 13th round, catcher Rylan Galvan (Texas) was picked by the Chicago White Sox at No. 376 overall. Galvan played for Wareham in 2024 and provided steady production behind the plate.

Later in the 13th round, Right-Handed Pitcher Alex Galvan (Central Florida) was selected 393rd overall by the Arizona Diamondbacks. He pitched for the Gatemen in 2022.

Right-handed pitcher Anthony Watts (Iowa) followed in the 14th round, going 420th overall to the St. Louis Cardinals. Watts also pitched for the Gatemen in 2024 and added depth to the rotation.

Lastly, four Gatemen were selected in the 17th round. With the 500th overall pick, the Oakland Athletics selected shortstop Jared Davis (Virginia Tech). Davis had a brief stint with Wareham in 2025 before returning to Blacksburg to prepare for the draft.

Just eight picks later, Right-Handed Pitcher Patrick Galle (Ole Miss) was taken by the Boston Red Sox at No. 508 overall. A two-time Gateman in 2024 and 2025, Galle played a key role in Wareham’s bullpen this summer, frequently closing out games in high-leverage situations.

Then, six picks later, Left-Handed Pitcher Brayden Sloan (TCU) was selected 514th overall by the Baltimore Orioles. Sloan pitched for Wareham in 2024 and added depth to a talented rotation.

Rounding out the quartet, Right-Handed Pitcher Ryan Osinski (Virginia) was drafted 524th overall to the New York Yankees. Osinski pitched for the Gatemen in 2023.

Overall, it was a successful draft for the Gatemen, having four more players drafted this year compared to 2024. It is not only an amazing achievement for the players, who finally get to live their lifelong dream, but it is also awesome for Field Manager Ryan Smyth, who was able to play a part in these players’ development.

“I’m just really happy for our guys. Happy to have played a small part in their journey to professional baseball by giving them an opportunity to come play in the best summer league in the country. What means more is that after they are getting drafted, the amount of texts I get from the players and their families. It makes it all worth it,” said Smyth.

Now these players get the opportunity they have worked their whole lives to get: to be a professional baseball player. They embark on a new journey now through the Minor Leagues before hearing their name called up to The Show. It is a journey that can be intimidating, but Coach Smyth and Coach Luksis remind their players that it is still the same game they have always played.

“The best piece of advice that I could give to Jordan and any of the other players is just to stay true to who they are. Just continue to work hard and develop. Remember where you came from, and don’t try to be somebody you’re not,” said Luksis.

“I would just say to them, when they make it to the big leagues and their dreams have come true, to keep having fun playing this game. It’s still 60’6” and 90’, it’s the same game they played when they were in Wareham,” said Smyth.

The Wareham Gatemen congratulates all of its MLB draftees who played on the Gatemen, whether it was for only a day or multiple years, and would like to wish them the best of luck in their new professional baseball careers.