Drafting pitchers in first round typically hasn't paid off for Twins Ex-Twin became All-Star, more of a rarity than sluggers' success. July 11, 2021 — 12:15am Text size Copy shortlink: Kyle Gibson figures to pitch an inning for the American League in Tuesday's All-Star Game at Coors Field, vindication not only for the veteran righthander but also for members of the Twins' scouting department: They were right about him. Yet Gibson, drafted with the Twins' first pick, 22nd overall, is also a timely and glaring reminder of how difficult it is to forecast the future of any amateur player, and particularly pitchers. Because while his rise to the top of his profession reflects well on those who scouted, drafted and signed him, it's also true that he's a rarity among Twins draftees.