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The local kid went to the Mariners' most bitter rival Sunday, as Houston selected Mount Vernon star Xavier Neyens with the 21st pick in the 2025 MLB draft.

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MLB draft got underway on Sunday ahead of the All-Star festivities. The Houston Astros selected Mount Vernon High School star Xavier Neyens with the No.

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Neyens, a left-handed-hitting third baseman and shortstop, graduated in 2025 from Mount Vernon High School in Mount Vernon, Wash. He's a 6'4", 210-pound slugger with plenty of raw power.