Twins Pick Alabama's Riley Quick at No. 36

Alabama pitcher Riley Quick was selected by the Minnesota Twins with the 36th overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, following a notable comeback season after Tommy John surgery. Quick, a 6-foot-6 right-hander and former four-star football recruit, posted an 8-3 record, a 3.92 ERA, and 70 strikeouts in 62 innings as a redshirt sophomore. He was rated the 33rd-overall prospect by MLB Pipeline and earned All-SEC Second Team honors. Known for his upper-90s fastball, sharp breaking ball, and physical presence, Quick faces some risk of ending up in the bullpen due to his limited starting experience and walk rate. His selection continues Alabama's tradition of producing MLB-caliber pitchers and leaves a significant gap in the Crimson Tide rotation. The Twins are betting on his upside and potential to become a major asset for their pitching staff.