On April 18, 2024, the MLB draft featured teams strategically enhancing their rosters with new talent.

The Arizona Diamondbacks secured players like SS/3B Jordan Lawlar, SS Tommy Troy, and OF Druw Jones.

The Atlanta Braves focused on pitching, acquiring RHPs AJ Smith-Shawver and Hurston Waldrep.

The Baltimore Orioles made a total of five selections, including standouts SS Jackson Holliday and C Samuel Basallo.

The Boston Red Sox strengthened their lineup with OF Roman Anthony, SS Marcelo Mayer, and C Kyle Teel.

The Chicago Cubs expanded their team with seven new players, highlighting OF Pete Crow-Armstrong and 3B Matt Shaw.

The Detroit Tigers' draft choices included 2B Colt Keith and OF Max Clark, aiming to add depth to their team.

Several other teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers, Milwaukee Brewers, and New York Yankees, also made significant picks.