In a move that could shape their future infield, the Toronto Blue Jays drafted JoJo Parker eighth overall in this year’s MLB Draft. At just 18, the Purvis High School star has set a new bar for his program, becoming its highest-ever pick.
Standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 200 pounds, Parker was a force this season—slashing an impressive .489 while adding 13 homers and 64 runs. His base-stealing ability (30 swipes) propelled his team deep into the postseason.
Parker wasn’t just a standout hitter; he earned an 8-2 record and posted a 2.77 ERA as a pitcher, fanning 89 batters in his 55.2 innings pitched—highlighting rare two-way skills.
Though signed to Mississippi State, Parker’s path to professional baseball now points to Toronto, who will work to channel his potential at the next level.