Draft LIDOM 2025: Who will be the first pick? Analysis and candidates

Santo Domingo – The Dominican Republic Professional Baseball League (LIDOM) is preparing for its annual talent selection event.

Draft of Rookies Tano Martino 2025

This Wednesday, September 10th, starting at 7:00 PM, the auditorium of the Sambil Shopping Center will be the setting for the 23rd edition of the Tano Martino Rookie Draft 2025. The event is crucial for the future of the teams, as it allows them to strengthen their squads with young prospects.

Featured Players

Among the most discussed prospects for this edition are Jesús Made, Felnin Celesten, Luis Peña, and Rainel Rodríguez, who lead the expectations to be selected in the first round.

Candidates for the First Pick

Jugador	Equipo MLB	Posición	Edad	Ranking MLB	Estadísticas 2025	Posible equipo en LIDOM
Jesús Made	Cerveceros de Milwaukee	SS	18 años	#5 MLB	.343 / 2 HR / 12 RBI	Toros del Este / Gigantes
Felnin Celesten	Marineros de Seattle	SS	19 años	#94 MLB	.273 / 6 HR / 59 RBI / 21 BR	Toros del Este
Luis Peña	Cerveceros de Milwaukee	SS	18 años	#16 MLB	.270 / 9 HR / 64 RBI / 44 BR	Gigantes / Águilas
Rainel Rodríguez	Cardenales de San Luis	C	18 años	#96 MLB	.276 / 20 HR / 63 RBI	Gigantes / Águilas / Estrellas

Los Toros del Este, upon having the first overall pick, have the responsibility to start the draft. Although Jesús Made seems to be the most likely choice, Felnin Celesten’s proximity to La Romana and his connection with the organization could change the course. The Gigantes del Cibao, with the second pick, could focus on Rainel Rodríguez, considered the best catcher in the class. The Leones del Escogido, with the third pick, could look for an immediate impact hitter, while the Tigres del Licey, Águilas Cibaeñas and Estrellas Orientales will seek to cover strategic needs. The live broadcast will be available via Digital 15 and LIDOM TV on YouTube. This draft will serve as a preamble to the start of the 2025-2026 Winter Baseball Championship, which will begin on October 15th and will be dedicated to the Hall of Fame Juan Marichal.