Brewers Shock with First Round Pick, Make Late Draft Splash
The Milwaukee Brewers made a surprising first-round pick in the MLB draft by selecting high school outfielder Braylon Payne, deviating from their recent trend of choosing college bats. Payne, known for his speed and contact abilities, was ranked lower by national draft outlets but highly valued by the Brewers. They also picked University of Tennessee first baseman Blake Burke and two New Jersey high school pitchers, Bryce Meccage and Chris Levonas, aiming to maximize their draft bonus pool for over-slot deals.
