{"id":104123,"date":"2025-07-16T22:06:21","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T02:06:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/?p=104123"},"modified":"2025-09-16T11:08:36","modified_gmt":"2025-09-16T15:08:36","slug":"grading-brewers-2025-mlb-draft-picks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/baseball\/2025\/07\/16\/grading-brewers-2025-mlb-draft-picks\/","title":{"rendered":"Grading the Brewers’ Day 1 and 2 Draft Picks"},"content":{"rendered":"

After two days of the 2025 MLB Draft, it\u2019s time to take a closer look at how the Milwaukee Brewers fared so far. The front office, helmed by Matt Arnold, took picks from both the college and high school ranks. The Crew\u2019s office was aiming for an infusion of both power and projection at the plate. Here\u2019s how each draft pick stacks up as the next wave of Brewers prospects prepares to enter the pipeline.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Brewers 2025 MLB Draft Grades: Days 1-2<\/h2>\n

Round 1: Andrew Fischer, 1B\/3B University of Tennessee\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Grade: B+<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Brewers doubled down on established college production to kick off the draft, taking Tennessee\u2019s slugging corner infielder Andrew Fischer<\/a>. Fischer brings a potent left-handed bat. He boasts a .341\/.497\/.760 slash line with 25 homers this past collegiate season. <\/span><\/p>\n

His elite power and impressive plate discipline give him a real chance to move quickly through the pro ranks. However, Fischer\u2019s defensive limitations mean his value almost entirely rides on his bat. He profiles more as a first baseman than a third baseman, lacking range and athleticism at the hot corner. Still, the Brewers have a need for a long-term answer at the corners. The likelihood they\u2019ll sign him under slot means this is a strong, although not risk-free, selection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Tennessee’s Andrew Fischer (11) pumps his fist after completing a double play to end the inning during game one of the NCAA baseball tournament Fayetteville Super Regional between Tennessee and Arkansas held at Baum-Walker Stadium on Saturday, June 7, 2025.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Competitive Balance Round A: Brady Ebel, SS\/3B Corona HS (CA)\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Grade: C+\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

With their compensation pick from the Willy Adames<\/a> departure<\/a>, Milwaukee dipped into the high school ranks. The Crew selected Brady Ebel from a loaded Corona High team. Ebel, the son of Los Angeles Dodgers coach Dino Ebel, has a mature approach and solid all-around skills. The big question is projection. His arm is a major asset, but his overall athleticism may push him toward third base as a pro. Right now, his hitting tools are ahead of his power. <\/span><\/p>\n

Some external analysts questioned the pick, citing his ranking outside the consensus top 60. This was labeled as a bit of a reach, with Ebel possessing limited \u201cwow\u201d factor. This made the pick a classic high-floor, moderate-ceiling bet. The Brewers will hope their development team can coax out more pop as his body matures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Round 2: J.D. Thompson, LHP, Vanderbilt University\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Grade: B\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

With their standard second-round pick, Milwaukee selected lefty starter J.D. Thompson out of Vanderbilt. Thompson checks the box for college experience and durability. He\u2019s coming off a season with 16 starts and 122 strikeouts in 90 innings. Thompson also has a deep arsenal. <\/span><\/p>\n

He brings a standout fastball and a slider that flashes as a legitimate out pitch. Thompson’s 4.00 ERA suggests he\u2019s hittable at times, but the strikeout numbers and pitchability are strong foundation pieces for a rotation prospect. Thompson\u2019s track record against SEC competition gives him a solid floor, though there\u2019s not a ton of frontline upside.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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JD Thompson could be a potential Round 2-3 steal.<\/p>\n

His arsenal is headlined by a 92.3 MPH (T96.3) FF w\/ 18.3\u201d IVB, thrown from a low launch. He\u2019ll also mix in an effective mid-80s gyro-SL, a solid CH w\/ 12.3″ vertical separation off the FF, and a CB that has performed well. pic.twitter.com\/L0SrgQCZ3g<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Kareem (@KareemSSN) May 31, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n