Chandler Newman was projected to be chosen in the first 10 rounds of the Major League Baseball draft, but wasn’t called through its first two days.He didn’t have to wait long on Day 3, though, as the Cleveland Indians selected the Richmond Hill High School graduate in the 11th round Wednesday with the 334th overall pick.“I was looking forward to top 10, but 11th round, I’m fine with it,” Newman said. “Just getting the opportunity to get drafted is a dream come true.”Newman, a 6-foot-2, 175-pound right-hander, impressed scouts in pre-draft workouts by consistently throwing around 95 mph and reaching 97.“We’re excited for him,” RHHS baseball coach Stacy Bennett said. “He’s worked hard for the last four years.
RH Wildcat pitcher drafted by Cleveland