GREENVILLE, SC – Menifee’s own Mikey Romero delivered a thrilling walk-off single on July 7, sending fans into a frenzy and securing a 6-5 victory for the Greenville Drive over the Asheville Tourists. The Red Sox No. 11 prospect came through in a clutch moment, despite being 0 for 5 beforehand, showcasing his resilience and determination.
Romero’s baseball career has been marked by impressive achievements. Selected in the first round with the 24th pick by the Boston Red Sox in the 2022 Draft, Romero quickly became a player to watch. He began his high school career at Vista Murrieta Broncos, playing his freshman and sophomore seasons, before transferring to Orange Lutheran for his junior and senior years.
Returning this season after sitting out most of last year due to a back injury, Romero has been steadily making his mark. As of this past weekend, he is hitting .234 with 37 hits, 2 home runs, and 16 RBIs for the Greenville Drive.
While Romero’s performance was a standout, it’s a testament to the local baseball scene as it still remains vibrant. The 2024 MLB Draft, set to take place in Fort Worth, Texas, from July 14-16, has the area buzzing with hopes for two more local athletes. 2020 Temecula Valley High School graduate Woody Hadeen, ranked #130 on the current MLB Draft watch list, and 2024 Chaparral Puma graduate Braylon Doughty, ranked #36, are both expected to have their names called this year.
The draft will kick off the MLB All-Star Week festivities, with the opening rounds starting at 5 p.m. ET on July 14 on ESPN. The subsequent rounds will continue at noon ET on July 15 and July 16, providing an exciting showcase of emerging talent.
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