Walker Jenkins

Walker Jenkins holds the distinction of being the highest draft pick in Minnesota Twins history at the fifth overall spot. Prior to his draft selection, he was consistently ranked among the top 10 amateur players in the United States by Baseball America, Rivals.com, and Perfect Game USA. Specific rankings varied year-to-year but generally placed him in the top 5 nationally. His rapid rise from high school to the majors without attending college marks a unique achievement for a player of his generation.