​There are indications of budding brotherly synergy on the horizon for the Milwaukee Brewers organization. With the 25th overall pick in this year’s Major League Baseball draft, Milwaukee selected Trey Ebel, a high-school shortstop from Corona, California, who happens to be the 17-year-old brother of Brady Ebel, their first-round selection from last year. The 6-foot, 180-pound shortstop hails from the same hometown as Brice Turang and is currently committed to Texas A&M. The slot value attached to the 25th pick this year stands at $3,696,000.
Trey Ebel entered the draft with projections suggesting he would likely be a mid-second-round selection, so Milwaukee’s decision appears to reflect a blend of their belief in his projectable tools and the comfort level derived from the familiarity they already have with Brady in the organization. Additionally, there is a strong likelihood that the Brewers can sign Trey to an under-slot deal, allowing them to push some of the saved value toward later selections in the draft. By contrast, Brady Ebel, who went No. 32 overall last year, signed for $2.75 million, with a slot value of $2,970,900.
The Ebels carry impressive baseball lineage as the sons of Los Angeles Dodgers third-base coach Dino Ebel. Baseball America offered insights into Trey’s profile, noting that while he might not possess the same ceiling as his brother at the same stage, he has worked to add physicality and elevate his stock this spring with Corona High. Trey shares a common thread with his brother in style: a patient, selective approach at the plate from the right side. He has demonstrated a solid understanding of the strike zone, refraining from expanding it, and has a prep history characterized by more walks than strikeouts. Trey also displayed broad contact skills during the 2025 circuit, favoring an all-fields approach and delivering solid line-drive contact into the gaps.
According to evaluators, Trey’s added physicality this spring translated into more power, including over-the-fence blasts, which in turn raised his ceiling in the eyes of many clubs. Defensively, he is described as a below-average runner who moved from second base to shortstop as a senior, partly in deference to Billy Carlson. He has reliable hands and above-average arm strength, with most scouts projecting that he will eventually slide to either third base or second base at the next level. In those positions, he has a chance to be an above-average defender.
As for Trey’s immediate status, the Brewers’ selection at No. 25 places him on a development path that will be watched closely. He is currently listed as the shortstop at Corona High and has continued to gain traction as a player with growing projection. In the minors, he would likely be tested at the infield corners as he advances, with his bat-to-ball skills and plate discipline intended to mature against higher-level pitching.
Meanwhile, Brady Ebel is continuing his professional journey after being selected No. 32 overall a year ago, when he signed for $2.75 million. The Brewers’ confidence in Brady and their ongoing assessment of Trey create an intriguing dynamic within the organization, offering the potential for a long-term overlap that could bear fruit as both players progress through the system.
In other Brewers news, preparations for the 2026 season include notable updates such as the team’s choices at the draft and upcoming minor-league assignments. For context, Milwaukee’s next official selection after Trey Ebel falls at No. 66 in this year’s draft. The club’s broader development pipeline remains a focal point as they continue to shape their roster with a blend of seasoned prospects and young talent from the diamond’s various levels.
This report reflects the information surrounding the Brewers’ draft decisions and the Ebel family’s continued presence within the organization, highlighting the potential for continued franchise-building through player development and strategic acquisitions. For follow-up context and updates, readers can refer to ongoing coverage from the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and related outlets as the 2026 season unfolds.