Theo Gillen Explained

Theodore Gillen (born September 12, 2005) is an American professional baseball shortstop in the Tampa Bay Rays organization.

Career

Gillen attended Westlake High School in Austin, Texas, where he played baseball.^[1] Injuries to his labrum and knee forced him to miss playing time early in his high school career.^{[2] [3]}

Gillen was selected by the Tampa Bay Rays with the 18th overall pick in the 2024 Major League Baseball draft.^{[4] [5]} On July 26, 2024, Gillen signed with the Rays on a $4.37 million contract.^[6]

Notes and References

1. Web site: Konnor Griffin, Cam Caminiti among top 10 high school MLB Draft prospects. MaxPreps. Kevin. Askeland. 8 May 2024.
2. Web site: Texas college baseball talent on display in 2024 MLB Draft . 13 July 2024 .
3. Web site: 8 high risers who could land in the first round of the Draft . .
4. Web site: Westlake graduate Theo Gillen drafted by Tampa Bay Rays in first round of MLB draft . 14 July 2024.
5. Web site: Texas SS commit Theo Gillen selected in 2024 MLB Draft . 15 July 2024 .
6. Web site: Rays Agree To Terms With First-Round Pick Theo Gillen. July 26, 2024. mlbtraderumors.com. en.