The Toronto Blue Jays have taken Will Brick with the 131st overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, awarding the Memphis-born catcher a slot value of $581,100.
A Crossroads for a Young Catcher
Brick, a standout backstop from Christian Brothers High School in Memphis, Tennessee, entered the draft after being named the top high school catcher by MLB.com and ranked No. 46 overall.
The selection places him at a crossroads: sign with the Blue Jays and begin his professional career, or honor his commitment to Mississippi State University, a path that would keep him draft‑eligible again only in 2029.
Coach Brian O'Connor, who took the helm of the Bulldogs' program last fall, had secured Brick's verbal pledge before the draft, adding a layer of intrigue to the teenager's choice.
Brick's senior season saw him bat .526 with five home runs and 25 RBIs, earning him the 2026 Gatorade Player of the Year in Tennessee and helping Christian Brothers reach the TSSAA Division II‑AA state quarterfinals.
Whether he opts for the bright lights of the majors or the collegiate experience at Mississippi State, his next move will be closely watched by scouts, fans and the baseball community alike.