Brewers' Draft Strategy: Mason Edwards at 25?

0:00On April 16th, Milwaukee Brewers always seemed to turn mid-round picks into gold, and their front office knows how to scout smart. Last time they grabbed the top five selection was back in 2016, but they built contenders from later spots. This summer, they land the 25th overall pick in the first round of the MLB draft. Over the past four years, the Brewers stuck to position players, mixing college studs with high school talents like last year's 32nd pick. Shortstop Brady Evel from California. That strategy paid off, but now Mott drafts say they might switch gears. Bleacher reports latest projection has them eyeing left-handed pitcher Mason Edwards from USC, a high floor college arm with serious starter. Potential. The six-foot two South Pals breaking out this spring as a full-time starter after swingman duties. Edwards boasts a 1.35 earned run average, 0.88 walks plus hits per inning, and 95 strikeouts over, 53.1 innings. His three-pitch mix fastball, touching 95 mph, curveball, and change-up generates tons of swings and misses.

1:08He's not the flashiest name, but that polished profile could make him a steal at 25 from Milwaukee, especially if they pivot from position. Players keep an eye on draft day, the Brew crew might just ace it again. That's your update from Milwaukee Brewers News today, powered by AI. I'm Cory with the story.