The San Diego Padres have a notable MLB draft history, with impactful selections this century, despite frequently trading prospects for immediate success, like the 2022 deal for Juan Soto. Among their top five draft picks, David Freese (9th round, 2006) stands out, accumulating 18.8 bWAR and becoming a postseason hero for the St. Louis Cardinals during the 2011 World Series.
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