Last 12 months, the sons of two big-leaguers — Matt Holliday’s son, Jackson, and Andruw Jones’ son, Druw — had been the primary two gamers off the board for the primary time in MLB Draft historical past. They had been two of 12 first-rounders with legacies behind them, lending the youth-focused occasion an air of nostalgia.
While this 12 months’s Draft class has a special really feel, there are nonetheless loads of names you will acknowledge once they’re referred to as this week. Here’s a take a look at a few of the 2023 Draft-eligible gamers with well-known family members, in baseball and elsewhere.
Jacob Wilson, SS, Grand Canyon (No. 10 prospect)
Relative: Jack Wilson (father, 12 MLB seasons)
Jacob is a shortstop — similar to his dad. A Ninth-round choose by the Cardinals in 1998, the elder Wilson performed his first 9 seasons with the Pirates and have become referred to as a defensive wizard, incomes his lone All-Star choice in 2004. He additionally frolicked with the Mariners and Braves, taking part in in 1,370 video games earlier than retiring after the 2012 season.
Yohandy Morales, SS, Miami (No. 20 prospect)
Relative: Andy Morales (father, Cuban baseball star)
Andy performed professionally in Cuba and on the Cuban nationwide crew, as soon as belting a three-run homer in an exhibition recreation in opposition to the Orioles at Camden Yards. He later defected and signed with the Yankees, though New York later voided the deal over discrepancies concerning the infielder’s age. He final performed at Double-A for the Red Sox in ‘02.
George Lombard Jr., SS, Gulliver Prep School (Fla.) (No. 31 prospect)
Relative: George Lombard (father, 6 MLB seasons and present Tigers bench coach)
George Lombard Sr. performed in elements of six MLB seasons from 1998-2006 with the Braves, Tigers, Rays and Nationals. The elder may be most identified for his post-playing profession, which has included stints because the Dodgers’ first base coach and now because the Tigers’ bench coach.
Jake Gelof, 3B, Virginia (No. 35 prospect)
Relative: Zack Gelof (brother, A’s No. 3 prospect)
Jake will be part of the professional ranks two years after his brother, who was chosen within the 2nd spherical (sixtieth general) within the 2021 Draft.
Paul Wilson, LHP, Lakeridge HS (Ore.) (No. 51 prospect)
Relative: Trevor Wilson (father, pitcher, 8 MLB seasons)
Trevor, who was additionally a southpaw, pitched for the Giants and the Angels between 1988-98. He recorded a 3.56 ERA throughout 202 innings with San Francisco in 1991. Two years later, he tossed 110 innings for a Giants crew that gained 103 video games.
Tai Peete, SS, Trinity Christian HS (Ga.) (No. 53 prospect)
Relative: Yuki Braxton (mom, first lady to take part in Little League Baseball European Region Championships)
Braxton performed within the 1993 and the 1994 Little League European Region Championships for a crew based mostly in Vienna, Austria. She was one among two women on the crew and the primary ever to take part within the match.
Myles Naylor, 3B, St. Joan of Arc Catholic SS (Ontario) (No. 64 prospect)
Relatives: Josh and Bo Naylor (brothers, teammates on the Cleveland Guardians)
Make approach for one more Naylor. Myles’ older brothers had been each 1st-round picks — Josh was taken twelfth general by the Marlins in 2015, and Bo went twenty ninth to the Guardians in 2019 — and are actually teammates in Cleveland.
Will Gasparino, OF, Harvard-Westlake HS (Calif.) (No. 75 prospect)
Relative: Billy Gasparino (father, Dodgers VP of newbie scouting)
Billy is in his ninth season working for the Dodgers and his fourth because the membership’s vp of newbie scouting. He beforehand labored for the Padres, Blue Jays and Guardians. He was a Seventeenth-round Draft choose of the Rockies in 1999.
Tanner Witt, RHP, Texas (No. 76 prospect)
Relative: Kevin Witt (father, 5 MLB seasons)
Kevin, a 1st-round choose by the Blue Jays in 1994, spent elements of 5 seasons within the large leagues, suiting up for the Blue Jays, Padres, Tigers and Rays.
Caden Sorrell, OF, Marcus HS (Texas) (No. 79 prospect)
Relatives: Billy Sorrell and Tom Griffin (grandfathers, each performed in MLB)
Caden’s baseball lineage is fairly distinctive. Billy Sorrell, his paternal grandfather, was the ten,000th participant in MLB historical past. He performed one season every for the Phillies, Giants and Royals. Maternal grandfather Tom Griffin was drafted fourth general by the Astros in 1966 and spent 14 years within the Majors.
Homer Bush Jr., OF, Grand Canyon (No. 94 prospect)
Relative: Homer Bush (father, 7 MLB seasons)
The elder Homer Bush, a second baseman, hit .380 in restricted motion as a rookie with the 1998 Yankees, profitable a World Series title. He was traded to the Blue Jays within the ensuing offseason as a part of the deal that despatched Roger Clemens to the Bronx and David Wells to Toronto.
Wyatt Crowell, LHP, Florida State (No. 112 prospect)
Relative: Ross Brooks (grandfather, former NHL goalie)
Brooks, who made his NHL debut at age 36, had a formidable 37-7-6 file throughout three seasons with the Boston Bruins between 1972-75.
Cole Miller, RHP, Newbury Park HS (Calif.) (No. 121 prospect)
Relative: Mike Miller (father, former NFL participant)
Cole’s father performed in elements of two NFL seasons with the Giants and Saints from 1985-86. Mike caught seven passes for 170 yards in 16 video games in his NFL profession.
Andrew Walters, RHP, Miami (No. 124 prospect)
Relative: Matt Walters (uncle, former NFL participant)
Matt was a Fifth-round choose by the New York Jets in 2003. He performed in 11 video games at defensive finish that 12 months, his solely season within the NFL.
Parker Detmers, RHP, Glenwood HS (Ill.) (No. 131 prospect)
Relative: Reid Detmers (brother, Angels pitcher)
While Parker is a right-hander, his oldest brother, Reid, is a lefty within the Angels’ beginning rotation. He was the No. 10 general choose within the 2020 Draft and debuted with Los Angeles the next 12 months.
Kyle Karros, 3B, UCLA (No. 136 prospect)
Relative: Eric Karros (father, 14 MLB seasons)
Eric additionally performed for the Bruins and was chosen within the sixth spherical of the 1988 Draft by the Dodgers, taking residence NL Rookie of the Year honors in 1992. Kyle’s older brother, Jared, is a pitcher within the Dodgers’ system.
Gavin Grahovac, OF/C, Villa Park HS (Calif.) (No. 146 prospect)
Relative: Garrett Mitchell (cousin, Brewers outfielder) and Mike Grahovac (father, 3 MiLB seasons)
The No. 20 choose within the 2020 Draft, Mitchell was ranked the membership’s No. 4 prospect getting into the 2023 season however hasn’t performed since April on account of a shoulder damage. Gavin’s dad, Mike, was a 4th-round choose by the Giants in 1989.
Jack Payton, C, Louisville (No. 148 prospect)
Relatives: Dave (father, 3 seasons in Minors) and Mark Payton (brother, 3 MLB seasons)
Dave performed within the Cardinals group from 1987-89 primarily as a 3rd baseman, getting as much as High-A ball. Mark, an outfielder, made his MLB debut in 2020 and has performed in 40 profession video games, however he at the moment performs for the Saitama Seibu Lions of NPB.
Jonah Cox, OF, Oral Roberts (No. 161 prospect)
Relative: Darron Cox (father, 1 MLB season)
A Fifth-round choose by the Reds in 1989, Darron appeared in 15 video games with the Expos in 1999 and has served as a coach at a number of stops since retiring, together with a stint within the Rockies group.
Connor O’Halloran, LHP, Michigan (No. 164 prospect)
Relative: Greg O’Halloran (father, 1 MLB season)
While his son is a ranked prospect, Greg flew underneath the radar in his time — he was a Thirty second-round choose by the Blue Jays in 1988 and performed 12 video games with the Marlins within the abbreviated 1994 season.
Kevin Sim, 1B, San Diego (No. 180 prospect)
Relative: Chong Soo Shim (father, former KBO participant)
Like his son, Kevin’s dad dreamed of getting a Major League profession, and whereas he did not get the possibility to play baseball within the United States, he had an unbelievable profession within the KBO. He hit 300 residence runs over 15 seasons — his power was so infamous, in reality, that he was nicknamed “Hercules” by a reporter when he was 20 years outdated.
Nathan Dettmer, RHP, Texas A&M (No. 198 prospect)
Relative: John Dettmer (father, 2 MLB seasons)
John was additionally a pitcher, and though his profession was transient, he did make 12 appearances with the Rangers from 1994-95.
Drue Hackenberg, RHP, Virginia Tech (No. 200 prospect)
Relative: Christian (brother, former NFL participant), Brandon (brother, skilled soccer participant) and Adam Hackenberg (brother, White Sox No. 28 prospect)
The youngest of 4 boys, all of Drue’s brothers have themselves performed skilled sports. Christian, the oldest, was Penn State’s quarterback from 2013-15 and was drafted within the 2nd spherical of the 2016 NFL Draft. Brandon, an expert soccer participant, was a 1st-round choose by Orlando City SC within the 2021 MLS SuperDraft, and Adam is a catcher within the White Sox system, at the moment with Double-A Birmingham.
Jaden Agassi, RHP, USC
Relatives: Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf (dad and mom, former professional tennis gamers)
Of all of the family members on this record, none have been extra profitable of their sport than Agassi and Graf, two of the best gamers tennis has ever seen. Agassi gained eight Grand Slam singles titles — a distant second in his family to Graf (22).
Derrick Mayes II, OF, Maryland Eastern Shore
Relative: Russell Wilson (cousin, NFL participant)
Not solely is Wilson a Super Bowl champion and nine-time Pro Bowler, however he was additionally a fourth-round Draft choose by the Rockies again in 2010, spending two seasons in Colorado’s Minor League system as a second baseman. He has continued to dabble in baseball since.
Kevin Madden Jr., 3B, South Carolina
Relative: Joe Flacco (cousin, NFL participant)
A longtime NFL quarterback, most notably for the Ravens, Flacco was the MVP of Super Bowl XLVII, main Baltimore to a title. Madden has performed collegiately for Virginia Tech and South Carolina and entered the NCAA switch portal earlier this 12 months.
Brody DeLamielleure, OF, Bartram Trail HS (Fla.)
Relative: Joe DeLamielleure (distant cousin, NFL Hall of Famer), Richard DeLamielleure (1 MiLB season)
Although Brody has stated he is by no means met Joe, his grandfather, Richard, additionally had a quick profession in skilled sports, showing in 45 video games within the Twins’ farm system in 1961.
Braden Halladay, RHP, High Point
Relative: Roy Halladay (father, 16 MLB seasons, 2019 Hall of Fame inductee)
Braden’s dad is a person who wants no introduction. In his profession, spent with the Blue Jays and Phillies, Roy was an eight-time All-Star and two-time Cy Young Award winner (2003, 2010), and threw the second no-hitter in postseason historical past (2010 NLDS Game 1) and the twentieth good recreation in AL/NL historical past (May 29, 2010 vs. Marlins.) He was posthumously elected into the Hall of Fame in 2019.
Orlando Hernandez, RHP, Florida International
Relatives: Orlando Hernandez (father, 9 MLB seasons), Livan Hernandez (uncle, 17 MLB seasons).
“El Duque” carved out a prolonged profession within the Majors, regardless of not arriving from Cuba till he was 32. A right-handed pitcher like his son, he remodeled 200 begins and have become referred to as a terrific postseason performer, posting a 2.55 ERA in additional than 100 playoff innings that yielded 4 World Series championships. As for Livan, he was a two-time All-Star and likewise was at his greatest when the lights shined brightest, profitable World Series MVP in 1997 with the Marlins.
Luke Bell, RHP, Xavier
Relative: Mike Bell (father, 1 MLB season, former coach/government), David Bell (uncle, Reds supervisor, 12 MLB seasons), Buddy Bell (grandfather, 18 MLB seasons, former supervisor), Gus Bell (great-grandfather, 15 MLB seasons)
The Bells are one among 5 households to have three generations play Major League Baseball, however no household has ever produced a fourth-generation Major Leaguer — but. Luke’s late father, Mike, was serving because the Twins’ bench coach on the time of his passing in 2021.
Cole Roberts, SS, Loyola Marymount
Relative: Dave Roberts (father, Dodgers supervisor)
Dave transitioned from a pivotal base-stealer over 10 MLB seasons to probably the most profitable managers in at present’s recreation. The Dodgers have gained greater than 60 p.c of their video games underneath his watch.
Teddy Cashman, SS, Avon Old Farms (Conn.)
Relative: Brian Cashman (father, Yankees GM/senior vp)
Dad Brian took over as normal supervisor in New York in 1998, properly earlier than Teddy was born, and is now MLB”s longest-tenured head baseball operations government.
Jaxon Goldberg, SS, Blue Valley North HS (Kan.)
Relative: Lonnie Goldberg (father, Royals’ VP of Player Personnel)
Jaxon’s dad spent 4 seasons within the Minors earlier than turning to a profession in scouting. Lonnie is now in his sixteenth season within the Royals’ entrance workplace, having served because the membership’s Director of Scouting and Director of Baseball Ops throughout his tenure.
Erubiel Candelario Jr., RHP, Pittsburgh
Relative: Jeimer Candelario (cousin, Nationals third baseman)
Jeimer, an infielder, was initially signed by the Cubs at age 16 and has since appeared in elements of eight seasons with Chicago, Detroit and Washington.
Gavin Casas, 3B, South Carolina
Relative: Triston Casas (brother, Red Sox first baseman)
Gavin and Triston are separated in age by simply over a 12 months, however Triston, the twenty sixth general choose of the 2018 Draft, elected to signal out of highschool.
Zach Joyce, RHP, Tennessee
Relative: Ben Joyce (brother, Angels pitcher)
Zach’s older brother, Ben, greatest identified for his triple-digit fastball velocity, made his Major League debut in May and is at the moment working his approach again from ulnar neuritis.
Benjamin Vespi, RHP, Central Florida
Relative: Nick Vespi (brother, Orioles pitcher)
Nick, an 18th-round choose by the Orioles in 2015, made 25 appearances with the membership in 2022 and has spent the vast majority of the 2023 season placing up nice numbers for Triple-A Norfolk.
Alex Overbay, 3B, Tumwater HS (Wash.)
Relative: Lyle Overbay (father, 14 MLB seasons)
Lyle had an extended and profitable large league profession, hitting 151 residence runs throughout 14 seasons spent between the D-backs, Brewers, Blue Jays, Pirates, Braves and Yankees organizations.
Amari Bartee, OF, Marshall
Relative: Kimera Bartee (father, 6 MLB seasons, former MLB coach)
Amari’s dad, Kimera, was a 14th-round choose by the Orioles in 1993 and turned to teaching following his taking part in profession, making it again to the Majors with the Pirates, Phillies and Tigers. At the time of his passing in 2021, he was serving as Detroit’s first-base coach.
Caden Marcum, RHP, no faculty
Relative: Shaun Marcum (uncle, 9 MLB seasons)
In Shaun’s heyday with the Blue Jays and Brewers from 2008-’12, the righty pitched to a 3.57 ERA over 671 1/3 innings. Caden was a Thirteenth-round choose of the Rangers final 12 months however didn’t signal.
Mason Greer, 3B, Missouri State
Relative: Rusty Greer (father, 9 MLB seasons)
Rusty was a near-constant presence within the Rangers outfield within the late ’90s, ending his profession with a .305/.387/.478 line.
Jack Harnisch, 2B, Santa Clara
Relative: Pete Harnisch (father, 14 MLB seasons)
Jack’s dad completed a lot over his lengthy profession, logging practically 2,000 innings and incomes a variety to the 1991 NL All-Star crew.
Hoss Brewer, RHP, Arkansas-Little Rock
Relative: Colten Brewer (brother, Yankees pitcher)
Currently at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Colten Brewer has pitched 99 1/3 profession MLB innings with the Padres, Red Sox and Yankees since 2018.
Garrett Bevacqua, 3B, St. Cloud State
Relative: Kurt Bevacqua (father, 15 MLB seasons)
Garrett’s dad was a pinch-hitter extraordinaire for 15 large league seasons with six completely different groups from 1971-85. Bevacqua’s profession spotlight was the 1984 World Series with the Padres — San Diego fell to the juggernaut Tigers, however a 37-year-old Bevacqua hit .412 with a pair of homers.
Solen Munson, C, Hempstead HS (Iowa)
Relative: Eric Munson (father, 9 MLB seasons)
Solen’s father noticed time at third base, first base, catcher and even the outfield throughout his nine-year Major League profession, which was spent with the Tigers, Rays, Astros and A’s.
Jaxon Willits, SS, Ft. Cobb-Broxton HS (Okla.)
Relative: Reggie Willits (father, 6 MLB seasons, former MLB coach)
Jaxon’s dad was an Angel within the outfield for six years, ending fifth in 2007 AL Rookie of the Year Award voting after stealing 27 bases for the Halos that 12 months. He was the Yankees’ first base coach from 2018-21.
Anthony Susac, RHP, Arizona
Relative: Daniel Susac (cousin, A’s No. 4 prospect), Andrew Susac (cousin, 6 MLB seasons)
Andrew Susac caught for the Giants, Brewers, Orioles and Pirates throughout his Major League profession. Daniel, additionally a catcher, is at the moment at High-A Lansing within the A’s farm system.
Jackson Dannelley, RHP, Purdue
Relative: Chris Sampson (cousin, 5 MLB seasons)
Sampson turned in a stable profession for the Astros, totaling greater than 350 innings — most of them in reduction — throughout 5 years in Houston.
Tyler LaRue, C, Houston Christian
Relative: Jason LaRue (father, 12 MLB seasons)
Tyler obtained his affinity for catching from dad Jason, who was identified for his protection – his career-high 61% caught stealing share in 2001 has solely been topped twice since.
Elijah Jackson, SS, Chico State
Relative: Damian Jackson (father, 11 MLB seasons)
Damian was chosen by Cleveland within the forty fourth spherical — which not exists — however beat the chances to place collectively an extended profession as an infielder, most notably with San Diego.
Jaison Andujar, OF, Culver-Stockton College
Relative: Joaquin Andujar (father, 13 MLB seasons)
Joaquin, who handed away in 2015, has a house among the many most interesting Dominican-born pitchers in MLB historical past — he made 4 All-Star appearances and gained a World Series in 1982.
Jace Norton, SS, Auburn HS (Ala.)
Relative: Greg Norton (father, 13 MLB seasons, former MLB coach)
Greg racked up 600 hits and 89 residence runs over a 13-year profession wherein he performed for six completely different groups. He spent his first 5 years with the White Sox, his longest stint with any crew.
Nate Rombach, C, Dallas Baptist
Relative: Deron Rombach (father, Braves scout)
Deron, a nationwide crosschecker for the Braves, had a 30-year scouting profession that included stints with the Astros and Orioles.
Cole Gabrielson, OF, USC
Relative: Len Gabrielson (grandfather, 9 MLB seasons)
Playing all three outfield spots in addition to first base, Len was a flexible fielder for the Milwaukee Braves, Cubs, Giants, Angels and Dodgers. Len’s father and Cole’s great-grandfather, who was additionally named Len, appeared in 5 video games for the 1939 Phillies.
Finley Bates, SS, Douglas County HS (Colo.)
Relative: Jason Bates (father, 4 MLB seasons)
Finley’s father spent the 1995-1998 seasons with the Rockies, hitting a career-high eight residence runs throughout his rookie season in 1995.
Chris Brito, 1B, Rutgers-New Brunswick
Relative: Tilson Brito (father, 2 MLB seasons)
The elder Brito made his debut with the Blue Jays in 1996, taking part in in 92 video games with Toronto and Oakland throughout two seasons earlier than 9 productive years in Korea and China.
Kris Armstrong, 3B, Jacksonville
Relative: Jack Armstrong (father, 7 MLB seasons)
Jack, a right-handed pitcher, was an NL All-Star with the Reds in 1990, going 12-9 with a 3.42 ERA. He spent 4 years with Cincinnati and likewise performed for Cleveland, the Marlins and the Rangers.
Mason Eckelman, C, Walsh Jesuit HS (Ohio)
Relative: Alex Eckelman (father, 9 MiLB seasons, Guardians’ VP of hitting)
Alex was an infielder within the Cardinals and Astros methods, however he is put collectively an much more profitable profession as a scout and coach with Cleveland.
Cashel Dugger, C, Valor Christian HS (Colo.)
Relative: Keith Dugger (father, Rockies’ head athletic coach)
Keith has been working as a coach in skilled baseball for over 30 years and has been in his present function as Colorado’s head athletic coach since 2005.
Hale Sims, RHP, UNC Charlotte
Relative: Phil Roof (grandfather, 15 MLB seasons), Eric, Jonathan and Shawn Roof (cousins, former MiLB gamers)
Hale’s grandfather was a catcher within the Sixties and 70s, spending time with eight golf equipment. Each of his cousins additionally performed professional ball — Eric caught within the Tigers’ system, Jonathan was a utility participant with the Rangers, Padres, Phillies and Red Sox, and Shawn was an infielder with the Tigers and Twins.
Lucas Braun, RHP, Cal State Northridge
Relative: Ted Braun (father, movie director)
An extraordinarily completed movie author and director, Ted Braun’s record of accolades consists of profitable the NAACP Image Award for greatest documentary in 2007 (“Darfur Now”) and being named one among 25 filmmakers to alter the world in 2008 by Money Maker Magazine. Braun at the moment serves as a Professor of Cinematic Arts at USC.
Drew Bowser, SS, Stanford
Relative: Yvette Lee Bowser (mom, tv author), Kyle Bowser (father, Senior VP at NAACP)
Mom Yvette is a long-time tv author and producer, and within the Nineteen Nineties she was the primary Black lady to develop her personal primetime collection. Dad Kyle has been an leisure government for over twenty years and now runs the NAACP’s Hollywood Bureau.
Braydon Runion, 3B, New Mexico
Relative: Tony Runion (uncle, 15 MiLB seasons), Mike Mitchell (uncle, former NFL participant)
Braydon’s uncle Tony had an extended profession as a reduction pitcher each within the Minors and in Indy ball; uncle Mike spent ten years within the NFL with the Raiders, Panthers, Steelers and Colts.
TJ McKenzie, OF, Vanderbilt
Relative: Triston McKenzie (brother, Guardians pitcher)
TJ’s older brother is Guardians starter Triston, who had a wonderful 2022 season however has missed a lot of the 2023 season on account of an elbow damage.
Cade VanAllen, RHP, San Jose State
Relative: Mark VanAllen (father, former NFL participant), Cory VanAllen (cousin, 7 MiLB seasons)
Cade’s dad was on the 1987 Raiders’ alternative roster, and cousin Cory was a Fifth-round choose by the Nationals in 2006.
Keegan Pulford-Thorpe, LHP, Wayne State
Relative: Paul Thorpe (father, 7 MiLB seasons), Bob Pulford (uncle, former NHL participant)
Paul, a right-hander, spent his complete Minor League profession with the Orioles, advancing as excessive as Triple-A. Keegan’s uncle, Bob, had a 16-year profession within the NHL and is a member of the Hockey Hall of Fame.
Joey Mundt, RHP, Oregon State
Relative: Johnny Mundt (brother, NFL participant)
Johnny, who went to the University of Oregon — awkward — was a member of the 2021 Super Bowl Champion Rams and is at the moment with the Vikings.
Joseph Mannelly IV, LHP, Georgia Tech
Relative: Patrick Mannelly (uncle, former NFL participant)
Patrick had an extended profession with the Chicago Bears, spanning 16 seasons from 1998-2013, and the award given annually to the highest NCAA DI lengthy snapper bears his title. And, since Joseph is a pitcher, we might be remiss to not point out that Patrick’s spouse, Tamara, is Tommy John’s daughter. Yes, that Tommy John.
Rob Ready, RHP, UNC Greensboro
Relative: Sean Landeta (uncle, former NFL participant)
Landeta was an NFL punter for 22 seasons from 1985-2006 and was a two-time Super Bowl champion with the Giants in 1986 and 1990.
Anthony Herron Jr., 1B, New Orleans
Relative: Noah Herron (cousin, former NFL participant)
Noah was the Steelers’ Seventh-round choose in 2005 and performed in elements of two seasons with Pittsburgh and Green Bay.
Joshua Rolling, SS, Cal State Sacramento
Relative: Henry Rolling (father, former NFL participant)
Josh’s dad, Henry, was a Fifth-round choose by the Buccaneers in 1987 and had a seven-year profession within the NFL with the Bucs, Chargers and Rams.
Owen Diodati, OF, Oregon
Relative: Doug Rombough (grandfather, former NHL participant)
Doug, who handed away in 2015, spent six years within the NHL (1972-76) with the Sabres, Islanders and Stars.
Nick Wallerstedt, RHP, Long Beach State
Relative: Brett Wallerstedt (father, former NFL participant)
His son is a pitcher, however Brett was a linebacker, logging time with the Cardinals, Broncos, Bengals and Rams in a five-year NFL profession.
Ben Peterson, RHP, North Carolina
Relative: Doug Peterson (father, former All-ACC kicker)
Ben’s dad, Doug, was Duke’s kicker for 3 seasons (1986-88) and holds the fourth-highest subject purpose share in Blue Devils program historical past.
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