Houston Astros Draft Houston Native Brice Matthews in 1st Round
The Houston Astros selected former high-school quarterback and University of Nebraska shortstop Brice Matthews with the No. 28 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. Matthews, a Houston-area native and product of the Astros Urban Youth Academy, expressed his excitement and gratitude for the opportunity. Known for his power and speed, Matthews had an impressive season at Nebraska, earning first-team All-Big Ten honors. His family was thrilled that he was chosen by the hometown Astros.