The Miami Marlins have indeed drafted Clemson outfielder Cam Cannarella with the 43rd overall pick (Competitive Balance Round A) in the 2025 MLB Draft,confirming your breaking news item .
Key Details:
Pick & Role: Chosen No. 43 by Miami in Round A – the team’s second pick on Day 1 .
Profile: A left-handed hitter and an elite defender in center field, previously ranked No. 36 overall by MLB Pipeline. Recovering from July 2024 labrum surgery, which impacted his power and base-stealing development .
Scouting Highlights:
Hit a scorching .353/.479/.530 slash line with an OPS above 1.000 during his junior year .
Renowned for exceptional speed and defense (“one of the best defenders in the Draft,” “best defender they’ve seen in at least a decade”) .
Less power now but projected to add strength; scouting analysts believe he has potential to develop into a five-tool play Director of Amateur Scouting Frankie Piliere on draft day:
> “Very exciting center fielder… We think he’s one of the elite defenders in the Draft class…”
Cam was Clemson’s highest-drafted player since 2022 and their first to be selected by the Marlins since 2005. He closed the season strong with a 22-game hitting streak and a 44-game on-base streak .
What It Means for Miami:
Miami focused heavily on college bats in Day 1 (including Aiva Arquette, Brandon Compton, Max Williams) .
Cannarella offers elite outfield defense and contact hitting; the Marlins hope he adds power as he refills post-surgery.
He brings strong center-field potential, plate discipline, and speed—traits that fit well with Miami’s rebuild strategy.
