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Revisiting Robby Snelling's football, baseball prep career ahead of MLB debut
- Robby Snelling is slated to debut in Major League Baseball for the Miami Marlins on May 8, marking the culmination of a rapid rise from high school two-sport star to pro pitcher.
- The left-handed pitcher is ranked No. 32 among baseball prospects and No. 2 in the Marlins' farm system after a 1.86 ERA in Triple-A this season.
- Snelling has posted a 1.86 ERA with 44 strikeouts in six starts for Jacksonville, highlighting his steady progression in the Marlins' system.
- In high school, Snelling excelled as both a baseball star and quarterback, earning Nevada Baseball Player of the Year honors in 2022.
- Snelling set Nevada state strikeout records and displayed power, hitting 21 home runs at the 2021 All-Star High School Home Run Derby.
- Snelling initially committed to Stanford for baseball in 2019, then shifted toward football recruiting before signing with LSU for baseball after coaching changes.
- Drafted by the Padres with the 39th overall pick in 2022, Snelling signed a $3 million contract before pivoting toward professional baseball.
- Snelling also starred as a quarterback for Reno's McQueen High, guiding the team to a state championship game appearance.
- The article notes Snelling’s journey from two-sport high school star to MLB debut reflects a unique cross-sport path.
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