Andrew Williamson, a 21‑year‑old outfielder from St. Petersburg, Florida, has emerged as one of the most talked‑about prospects heading into this year’s Major League Baseball draft.
Ranked No. 50 by ESPN and No. 52 by MLB Pipeline, he is projected to be selected within the first four rounds, and there is a realistic chance he could become the first UCF player drafted in the first round since 2004.
His collegiate career at the University of Central Florida was marked by a .322 batting average, 16 home runs and 48 RBIs, numbers that have drawn the attention of scouts across the league.
Family legacy and early inspiration
The outfielder’s pedigree extends beyond the college diamond; his uncle, Sean Rodríguez, enjoyed a 13‑year Major League career, and Williamson has credited former Dodgers star Andre Ethier as a childhood inspiration.
After standout performances in the Cal Ripken League and the Cape Cod League, he earned all‑tournament honors at the Auburn Regional, where he launched three home runs in a single game.
Scouts have drawn parallels between his swing and that of former MLB outfielders Nate McLouth and Alek Thomas, praising not only his raw talent but also his work ethic and competitiveness as highlighted by UCF coach Rich Wallace.