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Early Draft Preview: Scouting the top 10 high school prospects for 2022

1. ELIJAH GREEN, OF

IMG ACADEMY, BRADENTON, FLA.

reen is built like an NFL linebacker, which isn’t surprising considering his father Eric was an NFL tight end for 10 seasons. Elijah has plus-plus running ability, huge raw power and a track record of hitting as an underclassman. He has a chance to stick in center field with a strong throwing arm as well. It’s an enviable collection of

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