MLB Draft 2017: 1st-Round Mock Draft, Breakdown of Top Prospects

While it doesn't have the immediate impact of the NFL or NBA drafts, teams can turn around their fortunes with the MLB draft as well.

The 2017 class features quality prospects throughout the first round, both hitters and pitchers, with the potential to become stars at the next level. At the very least, there will be some quality players who will be in the majors before too long.

Here is a look at some of those prospects who could hear their name called in the first round on June 12.

2017 First Round Mock Draft

1. Minnesota Twins: Brendan McKay, 1B/LHP, Louisville

2. Cincinnati Reds: Hunter Greene, RHP/SS, Notre Dame HS (Calif.)

3. San Diego Padres: Kyle Wright, RHP, Vanderbilt

4. Tampa Bay Rays: Royce Lewis, SS, JSerra Catholic HS (Calif.)

5. Atlanta Braves: MacKenzie Gore, LHP, Whiteville HS (N.C.)

6. Oakland Athletics: Pavin Smith, 1B, Virginia

7. Arizona Diamondbacks: J.B. Bukauskas, RHP, North Carolina

8. Philadelphia Phillies: Alex Faedo, RHP, Florida

9. Milwaukee Brewers: Adam Haseley, OF, Virginia

10. Los Angeles Angels: Jordon Adell, OF, Ballard HS (Ky.)

11. Chicago White Sox: Jeren Kendall, OF, Vanderbilt

12. Pittsburgh Pirates: Shane Baz, RHP, Concordia Lutheran HS (Texas)

13. Miami Marlins: Austin Beck, OF, North Davidson HS (N.C.)

14. Kansas City Royals: Trevor Rogers, LHP, Carlsbad HS (N.M.)

15. Houston Astros: D.L. Hall, LHP, Valdosta HS (Ga.)

16. New York Yankees: David Peterson, LHP, Oregon

17. Seattle Mariners: Keston Hiura, 2B/OF, UC Irvine

18. Detroit Tigers: Jake Burger, 3B, Missouri State

19. San Francisco Giants: Nick Pratto, 1B, Huntington Beach HS (Calif.)

20. New York Mets: Sam Carlson, RHP, Burnsville HS (Minn.)

21. Baltimore Orioles: Seth Romero, LHP, Houston

22. Toronto Blue Jays: Tanner Houck, RHP, Missouri

23. Los Angeles Dodgers: Bubba Thompson, OF, McGill-Toolen Catholic HS (Ala.)

24. Boston Red Sox: Evan White, 1B, Kentucky

25. Washington Nationals: Logan Warmoth, SS, North Carolina

26. Texas Rangers: Griffin Canning, RHP, UCLA

27. Chicago Cubs: Alex Lange, RHP, LSU

28. Toronto Blue Jays: Nate Pearson, RHP, Central Florida Junior College

29. Texas Rangers: Matt Sauer, RHP, Ernest Righetti HS (Calif.)

30. Chicago Cubs: Nick Allen, SS, Parker School (Calif.)

Top Prospects

Brendan McKay, 1B/LHP, Louisville

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Few players can go through college as a top prospect both as a pitcher and a hitter.

Brendan McKay proved to be an elite hitter this season, batting .343 with 17 home runs and 56 RBI. He also showed great poise at the plate while getting on base in nearly half of his plate appearances.

Unlike other top hitters who sometimes pitch innings in relief, McKay is actually a top prospect on the mound as well. He put up a 10-3 record in 16 starts during the regular season, posting a 2.34 ERA with 140 strikeouts.

He was named the National Player of the Year, and Louisville coach Dan McDonnell called him "the greatest player to ever play here," per Steve Jones of the Courier-Journal.

Although college success doesn't necessarily guarantee the same level of play in the majors, McKay has enough talent to make a difference either as a pitcher or a hitter.

Hunter Greene, RHP/SS, Notre Dame H.S. (Calif.)

It's understandable for teams to want to go with safer selections at No. 1 overall. There is certainly risk involved in taking a high school player without a defined position.

However, Hunter Greene could be the top player in the class.

Both MLB.com and Baseball America list him at No. 1 overall, each of them considering him a top prospect as either a pitcher or a hitter.

His best chance to make an impact is likely on the mound thanks to his rocket of an arm. He can hit 100 mph with his fastball, and while his off-speed stuff still needs some work, the pure talent is a lot to work with once he reaches the next level.

If he doesn't make it as a pitcher, his strong arm will help him as a shortstop. The athletic player is also solid at the plate with the ability to hit the long ball with consistency. This makes him a good enough prospect to be taken within the first few picks of the draft.

Kyle Wright, RHP, Vanderbilt

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There is a decent chance Kyle Wright is the No. 1 pick of the draft thanks to his impressive repertoire that's only getting better.

Hudson Belinsky of Baseball America described the Vanderbilt starter against quality competition in Clemson:

His ability to reach the upper 90s makes him a threat with his fastball alone, but Wright also has a curveball and slider as well as a changeup to keep hitters off balanced.

With command that is only improving as he gains experience, he has the potential to be a front-line starter at the next level.

The only downside is his consistency, which could allow him to slide a few spots down the board.

Royce Lewis, SS, JSerra Catholic HS (Calif.)

The thing that stands out about Royce Lewis is his speed. He has the potential as a top-of-the-order threat who can do plenty of damage on the basepaths.

While he is listed as a shortstop, he can also play outfield and use his speed to cover a lot of ground.

His athleticism allows him to be a quality fielder regardless of where he lines up.

This is not to overlook his ability at the plate, where Lewis can be a consistent hitter with enough power to make him a terror on opposing pitchers. With his ability to play multiple premium defensive positions, this keeps the young player a valuable commodity.

Wherever he lands, Lewis could move quickly through the minor league system.

Note: Statistics via team sites.