Multiple College Pitchers Drafted by MLB Teams in 2025

Several notable pitchers were selected in the 2025 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, highlighting strong collegiate and high school performances. Samford pitcher Cameron Keshock, who has Auburn ties, was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 12th round at No. 353 overall after a season with the Bulldogs that featured 74 strikeouts in 77 innings. Auburn had three pitchers drafted on the same day: Samuel Dutton was picked by the Oakland Athletics in the 10th round, following Dylan Watts and Cam Tilly, with Dutton recording a 7-3 record and 95 strikeouts in 2025. Vanderbilt baseball commit Talon Haley, despite his injury and cancer history, was selected by the Los Angeles Angels in the 12th round at No. 349; he is highly regarded for his polished left-handed pitching. Clemson's relief pitcher and closer Lucas Mahlstedt was taken by the Angels in the seventh round with the 199th pick, noted for his strong collegiate performance, including 15 saves and a 3.00 ERA, as well as academic achievements. These picks reflect a range of talents from established college players to promising high school signees, with teams investing in pitchers with diverse backgrounds and skill sets.