USC’s latest selections continue a remarkable MLB Draft streak

This past weekend marked the 2026 MLB Draft. The USC baseball program saw four players selected, highlighted by All-American pitcher Mason Edwards, who went in the second round to the Athletics.

With the selections, the Trojans continued a remarkable streak. USC has had at least one player selected in every MLB Draft, dating back to the inaugural draft in 1965.

USC’s first ever MLB Draft pick was catcher Don Johnson, who was taken by the Milwaukee Braves in the second round of the 1965 draft. Interestingly, Johnson himself never actually made it to the major leagues. However, he was one of seven Trojans selected that year, including legendary pitcher Tom Seaver and Heisman Trophy running back Mike Garrett, who ultimately chose football over baseball.

Under current head coach Andy Stankiewicz, USC has now had a player taken in the first three rounds in each of the past three years. Edwards joins outfielder Austin Overn, who the Baltimore Orioles took in the third round in 2024, and infielder/pitcher Ethan Hedges, who went in the third round to the Colorado Rockies last year.

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