Cody Brasch, a right‑handed pitcher from Louisiana, heard his name called in the eighth round of the 2026 MLB Draft, sealing a partnership with the San Francisco Giants. The selection, accompanied by a projected slot value of $234.7 k per MLB.com, marks the 115th draft pick in the program’s history and the first since 2024.
Brasch’s college career at the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns was defined by durability and precision. Over 74.2 innings he posted a 2.77 ERA, struck out 82 batters and allowed just 53 hits, underscoring his ability to control opposing offenses.
A Program on the Rise
His journey includes a prior stint at Tyler Junior College in Texas, where he honed his craft before returning in 2025 after a missed 2024 season due to injury. In nine appearances that year he made seven starts, demonstrating the resilience that ultimately attracted the Giants’ attention.
Brasch joins a growing list of Cajun alumni hoping to hear their names called in later rounds, a testament to the program’s increasing visibility on the national stage. The draft moment not only highlights his personal achievement but also signals a promising future for Louisiana baseball.