3 Draft prospect drills record-setting HR

WEB 2024 MLB Draft Deep Dive

By Matt Bednarczyk Apr 14 2024

North Carolina outfielder Vance Honeycutt, considered the No. 1 prospect in the 2024 MLB Draft, made a statement at the pre-draft showcase event in Arizona on Thursday by drilling a towering home run that cleared the left-field wall and landed deep in the Arizona desert beyond.

Honeycutt, who is known for his impressive defensive skills and speed, showcased his power potential with the record-setting blast. The ball traveled an estimated 475 feet, wowing scouts and analysts alike.

Honeycutt's home run is the latest indication of his all-around ability and potential as a future MLB star. The 18-year-old has been a standout performer throughout his high school and travel ball career, and he is expected to be one of the first players taken in the upcoming draft.