Day Two Highlights
The second day of the 2026 MLB Draft delivered a flurry of activity, with teams reaching into the later rounds to secure promising arms. The Athletics and the Los Angeles Dodgers each made notable selections that could shape their pitching depth for years to come.
David Rossow, a right‑handed pitcher from the University of Illinois, heard his name called in the seventh round by the Athletics. A consensus All‑American, Rossow capped his senior campaign with a 2.53 earned run average and ten victories, underscoring his dominance on the mound.
Rossow’s Stellar Senior Season
Beyond the win‑loss record, Rossow’s impact was reflected in his 104 strikeouts, tying him for fourth place in program history for a single season. He also led the league in ERA, wins and strikeouts, effectively capturing the league’s triple crown for pitchers.
In 81.2 innings pitched, Rossow posted a 10‑2 record while maintaining a sub‑3.00 ERA. His ability to command the strike zone and limit baserunners made him a coveted prospect, and the Athletics will look to integrate his polished repertoire into their development pipeline.
Wimbish Joins the Dodgers
The Los Angeles Dodgers selected Camden Wimbish in the 17th round, rewarding the right‑hander for a solid collegiate career. Wimbish finished the season with a 5.61 ERA across 51.1 innings, going 2‑2 while fanning 59 batters.
Opponents struggled to find gaps in Wimbish’s repertoire, as he held them to a .251 batting average. Though his ERA is higher than Rossow’s, his strikeout rate and ability to keep hitters off balance suggest a projectable future, especially with the Dodgers’ renowned pitching development staff.