McLennan's Cheney drafted by Baltimore Orioles
July 18, 2022
McLennan pitcher Wyatt Cheney was selected by the Baltimore Orioles on the second day of the 2022 MLB Draft. Cheney, a right-handed sophomore from Bertram, was chosen in the 10th round with the 287th pick. He appeared in 16 games for the Highlanders in 2022, claiming a 10-3 record on the mound with 122 strikeouts and a 3.20 ERA in 81.2 innings. He was named the NTJCAC Co-Pitcher of the Year, First-Team All-Conference, NJCAA All-Region V and a NJCAA Honorable Mention All-American. He has signed with The University of Texas.