Joliet Catholic grad taken in MLB draft by Cleveland

Louisville’s Christian Knapczyk (9) battles at the plate during an NCAA baseball game on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Kelly Sheehan)

A Joliet Catholic grad has been selected in the MLB draft. Louisville shortstop Christian Knapczyk was selected in the fifth round by the Cleveland Guardians.

Last season, the junior hit .331/.455/.408 with one home run and 24 RBI. Knapczyk also had eight double, a triple, 21 walks and 19 stolen bases.

According to Sports Illustrated, should he sign with Cleveland, the 161st pick has a slot value of $371,000.