Baltimore Orioles

Orioles prospect Pat Connaughton taken in NBA Draft, immediately traded

Published Jun. 25, 2015 11:48 p.m. ET

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Baltimore Orioles right-handed pitching prospect Pat Connaughton had a solid debut in 2014 after being taken in the fourth round out of Notre Dame in the 2014 MLB Draft.

On Thursday, night he was drafted again - by the Brooklyn Nets:

And then immediately traded to the Portland Blazers:

Earlier in the year, Connaughton said he did not prefer which sport he will ultimately pursue, but it seems he has two great options on his plate.

Also, related:

#Orioles farmhand Pat Connaughton drafted by the Brooklyn Nets with the 41st overall pick in the #NBADraft.
— Eduardo A. Encina (@EddieInTheYard) June 26, 2015