​With the 25th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, the Milwaukee Brewers selected shortstop Trey Ebel from Corona High School in California. This choice mirrors a prior selection by Milwaukee: last year, the Brewers chose Trey’s older brother, Brady Ebel, also from Corona High School, with the 32nd overall pick. Trey’s standout senior season at Corona featured a dazzling slash line of .417/.496/.796 through 45 hits in 108 at-bats, including 10 doubles, two triples, nine home runs, 47 RBIs, and 37 runs in 31 games. According to MLB Pipeline, some evaluators believe Trey is a more complete package than Brady was at the time of his draft, projecting him as a somewhat more polished hitter while still envisioning him as roughly a 20-home-run threat at the major league level.
MLB Pipeline’s grades for the two brothers are closely aligned, with Trey receiving a slightly higher 55-grade for the hit tool compared to Brady’s 50, while Brady holds the edge in arm strength with a 60-grade versus Trey’s 55. Although Ebel ranked as Pipeline’s No. 107 draft prospect, making this a bit of a reach on paper, the Brewers entered the draft with the 25th-largest bonus pool. Selecting an underslot player at this juncture could provide additional flexibility later in the draft, though that development does not diminish the perceived quality of the pick. Trey is regarded as the stronger defensive shortstop between the brothers and, at just 17 years old, has already demonstrated an advanced approach at the plate. Pipeline highlighted that the younger Ebel possesses “more quality at-bats than just about any high school hitter.” He has also shown a commendable work ethic, including time spent training with Corona High School alum Brice Turang to improve his speed. That kind of drive fits the Brewers’ profile well.
Beyond his performance in high school, Ebel’s potential is underscored by his defensive versatility and room to grow as a hitter against professional competition. While committed to Texas A&M, conventional wisdom suggests that, as a first-round pick, he’s widely expected to sign with Milwaukee rather than enroll in college. Fans and analysts alike will want to monitor the draft signing tracker for updates as the signing period concludes and Ebel’s professional journey with the Brewers begins.
Looking ahead, the Brewers’ strategy with Trey Ebel could involve leveraging his underslot value to broaden their late-round options and signings as the draft progresses. His profile suggests a speedy ascent through minor league development, with a high ceiling tied to his advanced approach at the plate and brilliance in the field. If Milwaukee leverages Ebel’s skill set effectively, the shortstop could become a foundational piece in the club’s future infield alignment. As the organization charts its farm system trajectory, Ebel’s progress will be watched closely by scouts and fans who remember Brady Ebel’s draft experience and hope for a similar, if not greater, impact from Trey in the years to come.