This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/astros as Did Astros Select the Best Power Hitter in MLB Draft Class?. The Houston Astros have bolstered their farm system and positioned themselves to draft for future rosters rather than immediate need in the MLB draft.

According to MLB.com in its latest mock draft, the Astros are likely to choose either Texas A&M outfielder Jace LaViolette or Arkansas shortstop Wehiwa Aloy, as experts believe Houston prefers hitters who are able to quickly move up the farm system.

The Houston Astros selected Xavier Neyens from Mount Vernon High School (Wash.) with the 21st pick of the first round of the 2025 MLB Draft on Sunday.

The Houston Astros are among the contenders in a weakened American League in which they have surprised a ton of people in this season. Entering the All-Star bre