Brady Aiken Will Re-Enter 2015 MLB Draft: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction

Pitcher Brady Aiken didn't sign with the Houston Astros after being selected No. 1 overall in the 2014 MLB draft, but the talented lefty is now eligible to re-enter the draft in 2015.

According to ESPN.com's Keith Law, Aiken has opted to pitch for the post-graduate team at the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, rather than attending UCLA, which means he will be placed back into the draft pool.

Per Evan Drellich of the Houston Chronicle, the IMG Academy released a statement expressing its approval of the 18-year-old hurler's decision:

There was a great deal of controversy surrounding the inability of the Astros and Aiken to come to terms last year. According to The Associated Press (h/t ESPN.com), MLB Players Association head Tony Clark accused the Astros of conducting unfair negotiations with Aiken and fifth-round pick Jacob Nix.

"Today, two young men should be one step closer to realizing their dreams of becoming Major League ballplayers," Clark said. "Because of the actions of the Houston Astros, they are not. The MLBPA, the players and their advisers are exploring all legal options."

Regardless of the circumstances surrounding the failure to agree on a contract, Aiken is now in position to be a high pick once again in 2015.

The San Diego native has electric stuff and a strong track record, so he figures to land in a good spot despite the controversy attached to him in 2014.

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