ST. LOUIS — With their highest first-round draft pick in nearly two decades, the St. Louis Cardinals snagged left-handed pitcher Liam Doyle with the fifth overall selection in MLB’s amateur draft Sunday. In doing so, they acquired one of the most tantalizing arms available — and someone who could impact the major-league club much sooner than later.

On Sunday, New Hampshire pitcher Liam Doyle became one of the highest drafted baseball players from the Granite State. The 21-year-old was selected fifth overall by the St. Louis Cardinals in the Major League Baseball draft.