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Draft split on Delmon Young and Weeks for Rays top pick
The Rays face a choice between high school outfielder Delmon Young, brother of Dmitri Young, and Rickie Weeks of Southern University as the No. 1 pick. Budget constraints push for a big league deal or multi-year option, while other clubs weigh college versus high school talent and the evolving role of scouts in shaping draft strategy.
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