The 2026 Major League Baseball Draft has added a new arm to the Miami Marlins' future rotation.
Ethan Kleinschmit, a left‑handed pitcher out of Oregon State, was selected in the second round, marking the club's continued investment in collegiate talent.
A Collegiate Journey Defined by Consistency
Kleinschmit concluded his college career with a 17‑7 record, a 3.64 earned run average and 210 strikeouts, numbers that helped him earn All‑American honors.
His contributions were pivotal in guiding Oregon State to the Men's College World Series, where the Beavers made a deep run.
From Community College to the Big Leagues
Before arriving in Corvallis, Kleinschmit honed his craft at Linn‑Benton Community College in Oregon, a stepping stone that prepared him for the rigors of Division I baseball.
He is now the tenth Oregon State player to be drafted by the Marlins, underscoring a growing pipeline between the program and the franchise.
The organization expressed excitement about the prospect, citing his poise on the mound and his ability to command a variety of pitches.