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Minnesota Twins sign first-round pick Walker Jenkins

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MINNEAPOLIS -- The Minnesota Twins on Tuesday announced the signing of the team's 2023 first-round draft pick.

Walker Jenkins from South Brunswick High School in North Carolina was signed for just over $7.1 million. Jenkins was selected fifth overall.

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Jenkins, 18, was ranked fourth on MLB's 2023 prospect rankings.

MLB's scouting report said Jenkins was the best high-schooler in the draft. They say Jenkins, at his 6-foot-3 frame, is built to hit for power.

The team has signed 19 of its 21 selections from the 2023 First-Year Player Draft.

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