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Rob Manfred mispronounces Roch Cholowsky's name in brutal MLB draft scene
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Roch Cholowsky was selected as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft by the Chicago White Sox, confirming his status as a top prospect from UCLA.
- MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred mispronounced Cholowsky’s last name during the announcement, saying "chuh-LEW-skee" instead of the correct "cha-LAU-skee."
- Cholowsky, the son of former minor leaguer Dan Cholowsky, is highly regarded for his hitting, power, and arm, with strong statistics including a .329 batting average and 52 home runs at UCLA.
- The White Sox, currently leading the AL Central, view Cholowsky as a key piece for their future success, and the player expressed emotional excitement and readiness to begin his professional career.
