The Milwaukee Brewers have a knack for finding value in the MLB Draft, a skill they'll need to deploy again this summer. Holding the 25th overall pick, the Brewers are projected to break a recent trend in the latest mock draft from Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter.
After selecting position players with their last four first-round choices, Reuter predicts Milwaukee will turn to the mound, targeting USC left-handed pitcher Mason Edwards. The "high-floor" college arm is enjoying a stellar breakout season, transitioning from a swingman role into a dominant starter.
Edwards's numbers this spring are eye-popping: a 1.35 ERA, a 0.88 WHIP, and 95 strikeouts in 53.1 innings. While his fastball may not light up radar guns consistently, his advanced pitchability and three-pitch mix—featuring a fastball, curveball, and changeup—allow him to miss bats effectively.
For a Brewers organization that has excelled at developing pitching, Edwards represents the polished, pro-ready profile they often covet. He may not be the flashiest name available at pick 25, but his consistent performance and high floor could make him a strategic steal, helping to bolster the club's future rotation.
