The Detroit Tigers made a surprising pick in the 2023 MLB draft, selecting high school outfielder Max Clark with the No. 3 overall pick. Clark, from Franklin Community High School in Indiana, is considered one of the top prep players in his class.

While many expected the Tigers to choose one of the elite college bats available, the team went with Clark, who has been a standout on the high school baseball scene. He was named the 2023 Gatorade National Baseball Player of the Year and has been praised for his pure hit tool, bat-to-ball data, and defensive abilities in center field.

Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris believes that Clark is an elite talent and a five-tool player. The Tigers passed on Florida outfielder Wyatt Langford to select Clark, a move that may lengthen the team's rebuild but could pay off in the long run.

Clark, 18, had an outstanding senior season, hitting .646 with 20 extra-base hits in 28 games. He is a left-handed hitter with above-average defensive skills, top-tier speed, and an impressive arm.

While there is always some uncertainty with high school draft picks, Clark has the potential to become a face of the next generation. He plays an exciting style of baseball and already has a large following on social media.

Only time will tell if the Tigers made the right decision with Max Clark, but his talent and potential suggest that he could be a game-changer for the team in the future.