Jace LaViolette stands as the top player in college baseball and the favorite to go first overall in the 2025 MLB draft. The Texas A&M junior outfielder is an electrifying talent with exceptional five-tool potential.
At 6-foot-6 and 230 pounds, LaViolette is an imposing figure in the outfield, combining remarkable power, speed, defensive versatility and a keen batting eye. His blend of size, athleticism and raw ability has made him one of the most exciting and highly anticipated players in college baseball.
LaViolette employs a smooth, left-handed swing to drive the ball to all fields, showcasing above-average raw power. His contact skills are sharp, and he has significantly reduced his strikeouts. With his ability to consistently make solid contact, he has the potential to become a star hitter in the middle of a major league lineup.
Defensively, LaViolette primarily played center field for Texas A&M during his sophomore year, and he will remain in that role as a junior. His goal is to stick in center field at the professional level, and his strong athleticism, ability to take efficient routes to the ball and strong arm make him a standout defender.
Learn about LaViolette’s development throughout college, expectations for the 2025 season and his overall experiences at Texas A&M.
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Dan Zielinski III has covered the MLB draft for 10 years. He has interviewed 580 of the top draft prospects in that period, including four No. 1 overall picks. Multiple publications, including Baseball America, USA Today, MLB.com, The Arizona Republic and The Dallas Morning News, have quoted his work, while he has appeared on radio stations as a “MLB draft expert.” Follow him on Twitter @DanZielinski3.
