Why Brewers fans should be confident in this recent first-round pick's future

In the 2025 MLB Draft, the Milwaukee Brewers selected prep infielder Brady Ebel with one of their two first-round selections. Third baseman Andrew Fischer was the first selection at 20th overall, but Ebel, a shortstop and third baseman, was just 12 picks behind him.

The Brewers had multiple reasons for selecting Ebel so high. His physical profile, standing 6-foot-3 and 195 pounds at the time of the Draft, which was just weeks before his 18th birthday, certainly stood out. But just as important were the organization’s familiarity with him, his upbringing, and deep understanding of the game -- all of which played significant roles in the Brewers selecting Ebel with their second overall selection.

The Brewers have found success drafting players like Brady Ebel, who played for the organization's Area Code Team

Since the age of 14, Ebel has competed on the Brewers Area Code Team, giving regional scout Corey Rodriguez an extended opportunity to evaluate his development up close. Notably, Rodriguez also played a significant role in scouting and ultimately helping Milwaukee draft Brice Turang -- who, like Ebel, hails from Corona, California -- out of high school in 2018, another standout who came through the Area Code program.

On Ebel, Rodriguez praised his polish, preparation, discipline, maturity, and strong desire to win, as reported by Andrés Soto of MLB.com shortly after the 2025 MLB Draft. Those qualities closely align with what the Brewers value throughout their organization, particularly a commitment to winning. From the minor leagues up through manager Pat Murphy at the big league level, the message is consistent: do whatever it takes to secure a win that night.

As for his background, Brady is the son of current Los Angeles Dodgers third base coach Dino Ebel. With baseball in his bloodline, along with advanced preparation, sound mechanics, and a strong understanding of the game, Ebel wasn't eased into things after his selection; he appeared in 16 Low-A games last season, and he’s likely to return there to begin 2026, which will mark his first full professional campaign.

While he enters the year ranked as MLB Pipeline's No. 13 prospect in Milwaukee's system, a strong season could send his stock soaring. If he proves capable of tapping into consistent power to match his imposing frame, he has the tools to climb quickly, potentially even cracking the organization’s top five prospects.

Given his pedigree, physical upside, and advanced feel for the game, fans should have great confidence in Ebel, who will be a fun player to watch for in the Brewers' farm system this year.