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2025 MLB Draft Day 2 Thread
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392nd on Baseball America, up to 96 mph on the fastball alongside a 12-6 curveball. Reported to have some loud stuff, the high schooler has a commitment to Kentucky. The curveball is a plus pitch but he does struggle throwing strikes. Also has a fringe slider and changeup -
2025 MLB Draft Day 2 Thread
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Joshua Flores the 4th round pick -
2025 MLB Draft Day 2 Thread
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I'm still not fully sold on him, but we'll see! If anyone can make pure velocity into something more polished, it's the Brewers. There are rumours he'll cost several million minimum to peel away from College, and could be a tough sign -
2025 MLB Draft Day 2 Thread
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Damn I missed that. Shame! Korbyn Dickerson is another fascinating, really toolsy player and in the OF no less. Could be a really nice fit, big big speed, big power potential (19 Homers in 2025) and strong center field defense -
2025 MLB Draft Day 2 Thread
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Day two is here, and a lot of high school talent is still on the baord. Some may be expensive, but the Brewers may have saved # $1m in round one, perhaps more depending on the deal struck with Cairone who was taken ahead of expectations but is a HS arm. Personally, I would love to see Josh Owens come to the crew, I adore his swing, but there's a lot of other talent on the board including names like Cameron Appenzeller. Could the Brewers get into some bigger High School names early? What do you think their strategy is on day two? Most importantly, how many names will Ginger Poulson sign for the Crew? -
This year's draft will once again feature 20 rounds, albeit with a notable twist: it will last just two days, meaning a change to the existing format. Rounds one to three will be covered on day one, and rounds four through twenty will be squeezed into a long day two. After an eventful day one, prepare for more intrigue to come on day two. Marco Dinges was the Brewers' 4th round pick in 2024, while they have also snagged Tyson Hardin, Cooper Pratt, Bishop Letson, and more over the last two draft cycles in the fourth round onwards. Where Can I Watch Day Two Of The 2025 MLB Draft? Day One begins at 11.30 a.m. Eastern Time and can be viewed on MLB.com, MLB Network, and ESPN How Many Picks Do The Brewers Have on Day Two of The 2025 MLB Draft? The Milwaukee Brewers have 17 picks in rounds four through twenty of the MLB Draft, selecting with the 125th, 155th, 185th, 215th, 245th, 275th, 305th, 335th, 365th, 395th, 425th, 455th, 485th, 515th, 545th, 575th, and 605th picks of the draft. What Is The Milwaukee Brewers' Bonus Pool in The 2025 MLB Draft? The Brewers have $13,138,100 in their slot value for the draft, which, despite trading the 32nd pick to the Boston Red Sox in the Quinn Priester trade, leaves them with the 10th largest bonus pool overall. How Can I Keep Up To Date With The Milwaukee Brewers Draft Picks? We have our very own draft tracker that we will endeavor to update as quickly as possible with news of each selection, not only through the draft but also through the entire signing period, so make sure to come back for updates! There will be lots going on on what should be a hectic night for the Milwaukee Brewers. Having shown a penchant for left-field selections and high upside talent in recent drafts, it promises to be an exciting evening, and we will try to make updates to the story (and add links) as things happen, so keep refreshing!
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This year's draft will once again feature 20 rounds, albeit with a notable twist: it will last just two days, meaning a change to the existing format. Rounds one to three will be covered on day one, and rounds four through twenty will be squeezed into a long day two. After an eventful day one, prepare for more intrigue to come on day two. Marco Dinges was the Brewers' 4th round pick in 2024, while they have also snagged Tyson Hardin, Cooper Pratt, Bishop Letson, and more over the last two draft cycles in the fourth round onwards. Where Can I Watch Day Two Of The 2025 MLB Draft? Day One begins at 11.30 a.m. Eastern Time and can be viewed on MLB.com, MLB Network, and ESPN How Many Picks Do The Brewers Have on Day Two of The 2025 MLB Draft? The Milwaukee Brewers have 17 picks in rounds four through twenty of the MLB Draft, selecting with the 125th, 155th, 185th, 215th, 245th, 275th, 305th, 335th, 365th, 395th, 425th, 455th, 485th, 515th, 545th, 575th, and 605th picks of the draft. What Is The Milwaukee Brewers' Bonus Pool in The 2025 MLB Draft? The Brewers have $13,138,100 in their slot value for the draft, which, despite trading the 32nd pick to the Boston Red Sox in the Quinn Priester trade, leaves them with the 10th largest bonus pool overall. How Can I Keep Up To Date With The Milwaukee Brewers Draft Picks? We have our very own draft tracker that we will endeavor to update as quickly as possible with news of each selection, not only through the draft but also through the entire signing period, so make sure to come back for updates! There will be lots going on on what should be a hectic night for the Milwaukee Brewers. Having shown a penchant for left-field selections and high upside talent in recent drafts, it promises to be an exciting evening, and we will try to make updates to the story (and add links) as things happen, so keep refreshing! View full article
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2025 MLB Draft Day 1 Thread
Jake McKibbin replied to Jake McKibbin's topic in MLB Draft & International Signings
So I had a chat about Frank Cairone and his progress with Baseball Performance Centre this morning and here's what they said about his growth in the last year "He’s made big improvements over the last year, going from around 90 to touching 95. Worked on his initial move in the delivery and staying stacked longer in the throw. On the data side, worked to add VeLo to his Sweeper that got up to 82 with 15 sweep at 3000 RPMs. Added a cutter at 85-86 and refining the CH currently. Strike throwing machine with unique release characteristics and 7+ FT of extension. Kids really good" -
I'm sure he'll get a shot there but the lack of speed/mobility does concern me a little. There's potential for those to improve and he becomes passable over there, like Brock Wilken appears to be, but I'd say there's a strong chance if he reaches the majors that he won't be manning the hot corner. Obviously a far better situation if he can however!
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Image courtesy of MLB The Milwaukee Brewers selected Brady Ebel with the 32nd Pick of the 2025 MLB Draft. Ebel is a shortstop from Corona, California. The slot value for this pick is $2,970,900, and Ebel was ranked 60th on our MLB Draft Consensus Board. A lefty bat on the infield, Ebel is an LSU commit. Here's what our writeup of Ebel by Jamie Cameron stated before the draft: What do you think of the pick? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! View full article
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The Milwaukee Brewers selected Brady Ebel with the 32nd Pick of the 2025 MLB Draft. Ebel is a shortstop from Corona, California. The slot value for this pick is $2,970,900, and Ebel was ranked 60th on our MLB Draft Consensus Board. A lefty bat on the infield, Ebel is an LSU commit. Here's what our writeup of Ebel by Jamie Cameron stated before the draft: What do you think of the pick? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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The Milwaukee Brewers selected Andrew Fischer with the 20th Pick of the 2025 MLB Draft. Andrew Fischer is a first baseman/outfielder from Tennessee. The slot value for this pick is $4,268,100 and Fischer was ranked 26th on our MLB Draft Consensus Board. Here's what our write up of Andrew Fischer by Jamie Cameron stated before the draft: "Andrew Fischer is one of the more complete college hitting profiles in this class, having established a track record of performance and consistent improvement in both the ACC and SEC. A transfer from Ole' Miss to Tennessee, Fischer has a physical frame at 6' 1, 200 and an approach that's consistently improved throughout his time in college ball. He takes his walks, and strikes out an acceptable amount. There's a ton of bat speed and juice in the profile, Fisher had a 113 mph Max EV and a EV90 north of 106 mph in 2024. Fischer has answered some questions about his hit tool so far in 2025. He's become more selective at the plate and cut into his strikeout rate significantly. He has an above average arm, but the speed and defense are lacking. The 2025 offensive production ameliorates some of the less exciting supplementary tools. Fischer finished with a .341/.497/.760 line with 25 home runs, an absurd 21.6 BB%, and a 14.4 K% he trimmed ~5% off from 2024. Under the hood, Fischer doesn’t have a ton of holes in his swing. He rocked an average exit velocity, barrel rate, walk rate, and slugging percentage all at least in the 90th percentile in D1 baseball. His approach and his damage on contact is impressive. He’s one of the few college hitting profiles in this class I feel confident will mash at the next level." Andrew Fischer is a fascinating selection leaning into the Brewers recent philosophy of picking players they believe they can save money on by going under slot (and that should be the case with Fischer, who was projected more towards the back end of the first round) while picking dynamic bats with upside. Brock Wilken, Blake Burke and now Andrew Fischer represent three first rounders in the last three drafts, and it may in part be because slugging bats cost too much for the small market Brewers in the open market. Like the two names mentioned above, there are concerns about Fischer's defensive home. His lack of speed presents limitations to his outfield presence meaning he's expected to be a first baseman/designated hitter in the Majors, although he does have a strong arm that could allow him to survive in right field if he can improve his mobility. That being said, his bat is exceptional with few holes. The low strikeout rate, strong eye at the plate and consistency of quality contact is exceptional and Fischer has no problem clearing the fences. It's a bat expected to translate well into the majors. He combines an ability to pull the ball in the air with strong bat speed and natural loft in his swing, all of which allow him to tap into his raw power and easily translate it to in game production. He crushes fastballs but he has had trouble on occasion with breaking pitches, albeit he's shown improvements in a small sample size. This fits the Brewers recent mold to a "T". He's a powerful, impact bat that they're hoping to find a position for somewhere while saving money to deploy in alter rounds on some high upside high school selections. He'll certainly be fun to watch in the Brewers system, likely initially deployed in the outfield due to the overflow of corner infielders they currently possess. What do you think of the pick? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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Image courtesy of © Brianna Paciorka/News Sentinel / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The Milwaukee Brewers selected Andrew Fischer with the 20th Pick of the 2025 MLB Draft. Andrew Fischer is a first baseman/outfielder from Tennessee. The slot value for this pick is $4,268,100 and Fischer was ranked 26th on our MLB Draft Consensus Board. Here's what our write up of Andrew Fischer by Jamie Cameron stated before the draft: "Andrew Fischer is one of the more complete college hitting profiles in this class, having established a track record of performance and consistent improvement in both the ACC and SEC. A transfer from Ole' Miss to Tennessee, Fischer has a physical frame at 6' 1, 200 and an approach that's consistently improved throughout his time in college ball. He takes his walks, and strikes out an acceptable amount. There's a ton of bat speed and juice in the profile, Fisher had a 113 mph Max EV and a EV90 north of 106 mph in 2024. Fischer has answered some questions about his hit tool so far in 2025. He's become more selective at the plate and cut into his strikeout rate significantly. He has an above average arm, but the speed and defense are lacking. The 2025 offensive production ameliorates some of the less exciting supplementary tools. Fischer finished with a .341/.497/.760 line with 25 home runs, an absurd 21.6 BB%, and a 14.4 K% he trimmed ~5% off from 2024. Under the hood, Fischer doesn’t have a ton of holes in his swing. He rocked an average exit velocity, barrel rate, walk rate, and slugging percentage all at least in the 90th percentile in D1 baseball. His approach and his damage on contact is impressive. He’s one of the few college hitting profiles in this class I feel confident will mash at the next level." Andrew Fischer is a fascinating selection leaning into the Brewers recent philosophy of picking players they believe they can save money on by going under slot (and that should be the case with Fischer, who was projected more towards the back end of the first round) while picking dynamic bats with upside. Brock Wilken, Blake Burke and now Andrew Fischer represent three first rounders in the last three drafts, and it may in part be because slugging bats cost too much for the small market Brewers in the open market. Like the two names mentioned above, there are concerns about Fischer's defensive home. His lack of speed presents limitations to his outfield presence meaning he's expected to be a first baseman/designated hitter in the Majors, although he does have a strong arm that could allow him to survive in right field if he can improve his mobility. That being said, his bat is exceptional with few holes. The low strikeout rate, strong eye at the plate and consistency of quality contact is exceptional and Fischer has no problem clearing the fences. It's a bat expected to translate well into the majors. He combines an ability to pull the ball in the air with strong bat speed and natural loft in his swing, all of which allow him to tap into his raw power and easily translate it to in game production. He crushes fastballs but he has had trouble on occasion with breaking pitches, albeit he's shown improvements in a small sample size. This fits the Brewers recent mold to a "T". He's a powerful, impact bat that they're hoping to find a position for somewhere while saving money to deploy in alter rounds on some high upside high school selections. He'll certainly be fun to watch in the Brewers system, likely initially deployed in the outfield due to the overflow of corner infielders they currently possess. What do you think of the pick? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! View full article
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2025 MLB Draft Day 1 Thread
Jake McKibbin replied to Jake McKibbin's topic in MLB Draft & International Signings
Wehiwa Aloy might be available for the Brewers, he'd be fast fascinating pick. The Brewers love makeup too, and it's a key reason for his golden spikes trophy -
2025 MLB Draft Day 1 Thread
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This draft is crazy -
2025 MLB Draft Day 1 Thread
Jake McKibbin replied to Jake McKibbin's topic in MLB Draft & International Signings
Option one on Spencers favourites is going to the Reds, who are about to select Steele Hall per Joe Doyle -
2025 MLB Draft Day 1 Thread
Jake McKibbin replied to Jake McKibbin's topic in MLB Draft & International Signings
Bremners gone to the Angels.. wow! Surprise already compared to projections -
2025 MLB Draft Day 1 Thread
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Eli Willits 1:1 -
2025 MLB Draft Day 1 Thread
Jake McKibbin replied to Jake McKibbin's topic in MLB Draft & International Signings
So draft day is finally here everyone. Who are our favourite (reasonable) picks for the first two rounds? Have we any one we don't want to see in Brewers uniform? For me, I'd love to see upside more than anything. We've seen that in every first round pick since 2022, and as such I'm a little wary of the Caden Bodine's and Marek Houston's of the world, despite their defensive pedigree -
This year's draft will once again feature 20 rounds, albeit with a notable twist: it will last just two days, meaning a change to the existing format. Rounds one to three will be covered on day one, and rounds four through twenty will be squeezed into a long day two. Round one usually holds the most intrigue, and it will be fascinating to see how the Brewers approach their day one picks. Do they attempt to spread their bonus pool around? Will they splurge on high school talent in the first round? Will there be another surprise on day one to rival their Braylon Payne pick in 2024? Tune in to find out! Where Can I Watch Day One Of The 2025 MLB Draft? Day One begins at 6 p.m. Eastern Time and can be viewed on MLB.com, MLB Network, and ESPN. How Many Picks Do The Brewers Have on Day One of The 2025 MLB Draft? The Milwaukee Brewers have five picks on the first day of the draft, picking 20th (1st Round), 32nd (Compensation Pick Free Agency - Willy Adames), 59th (2nd Round), 68th (Compensation for Chris Levonas in 2024), and 94th (3rd Round) overall on day one. What Is The Milwaukee Brewers' Bonus Pool in The 2025 MLB Draft? The Brewers have $13,138,100 in their slot value for the draft, which, despite trading the 33rd pick to the Boston Red Sox in the Quinn Priester trade, leaves them with the 10th largest bonus pool overall. How Can I Keep Up To Date With The Milwaukee Brewers Draft Picks? We have our very own draft tracker that we will endeavor to update as quickly as possible with news of each selection, not only through the draft but also through the entire signing period, so make sure to come back for updates! There will be lots going on on what should be a particularly busy night for the Milwaukee Brewers. Having shown a penchant for left-field selections and high upside talent in recent drafts, it promises to be an exciting evening, and we will try to make updates to the story (and add links) as things happen, so keep refreshing! This is the place to be for tonight's draft. Still, suppose you'd like some additional content. In that case, we have the fabulous Jeremy Nygaard and Jamie Cameron on a live stream here, dissecting picks as they come through in a comprehensive analysis running through the night. The draft will continue on Monday, starting from 11.30 a.m. Eastern Time for the Brewers selections in rounds four through twenty. Buckle up! Wh
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This year's draft will once again feature 20 rounds, albeit with a notable twist: it will last just two days, meaning a change to the existing format. Rounds one to three will be covered on day one, and rounds four through twenty will be squeezed into a long day two. Round one usually holds the most intrigue, and it will be fascinating to see how the Brewers approach their day one picks. Do they attempt to spread their bonus pool around? Will they splurge on high school talent in the first round? Will there be another surprise on day one to rival their Braylon Payne pick in 2024? Tune in to find out! Where Can I Watch Day One Of The 2025 MLB Draft? Day One begins at 6 p.m. Eastern Time and can be viewed on MLB.com, MLB Network, and ESPN. How Many Picks Do The Brewers Have on Day One of The 2025 MLB Draft? The Milwaukee Brewers have five picks on the first day of the draft, picking 20th (1st Round), 32nd (Compensation Pick Free Agency - Willy Adames), 59th (2nd Round), 68th (Compensation for Chris Levonas in 2024), and 94th (3rd Round) overall on day one. What Is The Milwaukee Brewers' Bonus Pool in The 2025 MLB Draft? The Brewers have $13,138,100 in their slot value for the draft, which, despite trading the 33rd pick to the Boston Red Sox in the Quinn Priester trade, leaves them with the 10th largest bonus pool overall. How Can I Keep Up To Date With The Milwaukee Brewers Draft Picks? We have our very own draft tracker that we will endeavor to update as quickly as possible with news of each selection, not only through the draft but also through the entire signing period, so make sure to come back for updates! There will be lots going on on what should be a particularly busy night for the Milwaukee Brewers. Having shown a penchant for left-field selections and high upside talent in recent drafts, it promises to be an exciting evening, and we will try to make updates to the story (and add links) as things happen, so keep refreshing! This is the place to be for tonight's draft. Still, suppose you'd like some additional content. In that case, we have the fabulous Jeremy Nygaard and Jamie Cameron on a live stream here, dissecting picks as they come through in a comprehensive analysis running through the night. The draft will continue on Monday, starting from 11.30 a.m. Eastern Time for the Brewers selections in rounds four through twenty. Buckle up! Wh View full article
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The DSL Brewers are facing from the 2025 class. Both Dustin Mayorquin and Joan Peña have no issues with strikeouts in the early goings. One of the few takeaways we have is "can you get strikeouts" and "can you keep walks down" and both have done admirably in that sense. Spencer has talked about Peña recently but here's some ore-season refresher on his Mayorquin video/Prospect Tilt
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The problem is who? The shortstop trade availability is pretty low this year with a lot of long, big contracts out there or young stars with a ton of control remaining
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I knew I'd missed someone! Gasser is expecting to start rehab outings in the ACL soon enough, I think within the next week? If not then, two weeks
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