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Alabama Baseball players, signees officially sign first MLB contracts of professional career

The 2023 MLB Draft took place during All-Star weekend several weeks ago. A handful of Alabama baseball players and signees were selected and each have now signed their first MLB contract.

The Alabama baseball program was well-represented during the 2023 MLB draft. The Tide had seven players and three signees agree to contract terms with major league organizations.

The team was able to reach Super Regionals in 2023 despite an ongoing NCAA investigation regarding former head coach Brad Bohanon. Interim head coach Jason Jackson helped the players and program create value in a short amount of time.

There were a number of upperclassmen that helped pave the way for the team and it showed in this year’s draft. Most of them were allowed to continue their baseball careers at the professional level.

Roll Tide Wire breaks down each player that signed MLB contracts and the salary each will receive.

Alabama RHP Garrett McMillan drafted in 14th round by Pittsburgh Pirates

Alabama starting pitcher Garrett McMillan was drafted in the 14th round by the Pittsburgh Pirates on Day 3 of the 2023 MLB draft.

Alabama right-handed pitcher Garrett McMillan was drafted at pick No. 407 (14th round) by the Pittsburgh Pirates on Day 3 of the 2023 MLB draft. He became the sixth Alabama player drafted and the second player to be drafted by the Pirates. Alabama left-handed pitcher Hunter Furtado was drafted in the sixth round by the Pirates.

McMillan was drafted at pick No. 564 (19th round) by the Minnesota Twins in the 2022 MLB draft. Instead of pursuing the professional path, McMillan elected to return to Alabama for his senior season.

Before the start of his senior season, McMillan suffered a shoulder injury which caused him to miss the first six weeks of the season.

He was a factor on the mound for the Crimson Tide down the stretch, however. The Tuscaloosa native finished the season with a 4-2 record and a 4.89 ERA. Opponents held a .231 batting average against McMillan.

McMillan has the option to return to Tuscaloosa for his final season or go ahead and begin his professional career in the Pirates organization. That is something that Roll Tide Wire will continue to monitor in the coming weeks.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow the Alabama baseball program.

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Alabama LHP Hunter Furtado selected in sixth round by Pittsburgh Pirates

Alabama left-handed pitcher Hunter Furtado was drafted No. 167 by the Pittsburgh Pirates. Furtado could elect to return to school or beging his professional career in the Pirates organization.

Alabama left-handed pitcher Hunter Furtado was drafted with the No. 167 pick by the Pittsburgh Pirates on Day 2 of the 2023 MLB Draft.

Coming out of high school, Furtado signed to play for Wake Forest. In 22 games, he finished with a 1-4 record and a 6.31 ERA. Following his freshman season with the Demon Deacons, Furtado transferred to Alabama.

Over the past two seasons, Furtado has been primarily used as a relief pitcher. As a sophomore, Furtado finished the season with a 3-2 record and a 6.47 ERA.

During his junior season, Furtado saw time as both a starter and reliever. In 36 innings, he earned a 1-1 record and a 4.75 ERA.

Now, Furtado will decide whether or not he wants to return to Alabama next season. If he elects not to, he will begin his professional career in the Pirates organization.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow the Alabama baseball program.

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Trio of Alabama baseball players enter their names into the 2023 MLB Draft Combine

Alabama baseball players Andrew Pinckney, Grayson Hitt, and Hunter Furtado have entered their names into the 2023 MLB Draft Combine, according to BamaCentral’s Austin Hannon.

According to BamaCentral’s Austin Hannon, three Alabama baseball players have entered their names into the 2023 MLB Draft Combine. Those three players are outfielder Andrew Pinckney, relief pitcher Hunter Furtado, and starting pitcher Grayson Hitt.

This year’s combine will be held from June 20-25 at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona.

Pinckney has been a player that MLB scouts have kept an eye on during his college career. He has a very strong arm, can play multiple positions in the outfield, and is very productive at the plate. As a redshirt-junior, Pinckney had a career-high .341 batting average while hitting 17 home runs and driving in 56 runs.

Hitt figured to be the Game 1 starter for the Crimson Tide in 2023. However, he suffered a season-ending elbow injury that caused him to miss the majority of the season. Before his injury, Hitt had a 3-1 record with a 4.19 ERA (earned run average). Opponents were hitting .206 against the left-hander.

As for Furtado, he was an interesting addition to this list. The Wake Forest transfer pitched 33.1 innings while going 1-1 with a 4.59 ERA. His velocity is impressive as his fastballs sit anywhere from 93-97 mph. However, he struggles to control his off-speed arsenal.

These three can elect to return to Tuscaloosa for next season or could choose to sign a minor-league contract with an MLB organization.

‘Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow the Alabama baseball program.

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Alabama baseball shuts out Kentucky 4-0 in opening round of 2023 SEC Tournament

Alabama baseball stays hot with 4-0 victory over Kentucky to open the 2023 SEC Tournament!

The Alabama baseball team continued its hot streak on Tuesday night with a 4-0 win over the Kentucky Wildcats in the opening round of the 2023 SEC Tournament.

It was a balanced victory for the Tide as pitcher Hunter Furtado delivered his most impressive performance of the season with five scoreless innings tossed. Kade Woods and Alton Davis each had two scoreless innings themselves to give Alabama a solid showing on the mound.

Offensively, Alabama was led by junior Andrew Pinckney who got things started for the Tide with a two-run home run in the top of the fourth. Pickeny would add an RBI double in the eighth.

With the win, Alabama has won six straight and is 9-2 over its last 11 contests. Up next for the Tide is a date with the No. 1 seed Florida Gators on Wednesday afternoon. The first pitch is anticipated at 4:30 p.m. CT from the Hoover Met.

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