Babylon's Max Watt Selected in MLB Draft

Babylon’s own Max Watt is heading to the big leagues.

The 20-year-old was selected in the 2015 MLB Draft by the Boston Red Sox on Wednesday.

Watt, who helped lead the Babylon High School Panthers to the Long Island title in 2012, was selected in the 22nd round with the 651st overall pick.

It’s familar territory for the 6-foot-9 pitcher.

SB Nation writes:

You might remember Watt from such events as the 2013 MLB Draft, in which Boston selected the right-hander out of high school in the 37th round. He struck out 85 batters in 69 innings this spring for Lynn University, and he won’t turn 21 for a few more months yet, but it’s pretty clear the Sox want him in their organization.

Watt, a lifelong Yankees fan, spoke with Patch in 2013 about being drafted by the Yankees’ biggest rival.

“I’m just grateful for any team to give me the chance,” he said. “I know the Red Sox are a great organization with a great history.”