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**Summary:**
Outfielder Slater de Brun, a Vanderbilt baseball commit from Summit High School in Oregon, was drafted 37th overall by the Baltimore Orioles in the 2025 MLB Draft. De Brun is known for his speed, base-stealing ability, contact hitting, and excellent bat-to-ball skills. He was the No. 24 overall player in the class and had a strong senior year, batting .370 with 26 RBIs and 22 stolen bases. He played on the USA Baseball’s 18U National Team. While committed to Vanderbilt, he is expected to sign with the Orioles and forgo college.
**News Article:**
**Orioles Snag Vanderbilt Commit Slater de Brun in First Round of MLB Draft**
BALTIMORE, MD – The Baltimore Orioles kicked off the 2025 MLB Draft by selecting outfielder Slater de Brun with the 37th overall pick. De Brun, an Oregon native from Summit High School and previously committed to Vanderbilt University, is widely considered one of the top prospects in this year’s class.
The 5-foot-9, 180-pound left-handed hitter had a standout senior year, batting .370 with 26 RBIs and 22 stolen bases. He also represented the United States on the 18U National Team.
“Slater is an exciting player with a real knack for getting on base,” said one MLB scout, according to an analysis. “He understands how to use his speed and puts pressure on opposing pitchers. He’s a contact hitter with excellent bat-to-ball skills.”
De Brun’s speed and base-stealing abilities are seen as a significant asset, and scouts believe his outfield skills give him the potential for a long career in the majors. While previously committed to Vanderbilt, early indications suggest de Brun will sign with the Orioles, forgoing his collegiate career. He was the third Vanderbilt commit drafted. The signing would mean that he will go straight into the minor league system of the Baltimore Orioles.
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