Brewers select Texas State's Chase Mora as a pitcher in MLB draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 7:30 PM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
The Milwaukee Brewers drafted Chase Mora from Texas State University as a pitcher with the 281st overall pick in the ninth round of the 2026 MLB draft on July 13. Mora, who holds the Bobcats' record for career home runs, transitioned to pitching despite having limited experience on the mound, having pitched only 1⅓ innings in college. He had an impressive freshman season, hitting 17 home runs, but his hitting production waned over the years. The Houston Astros also selected a Texas State player, catcher Rashawn Galloway, in the 16th round. Galloway had a strong senior season, showcasing both batting average and power, with 11 home runs.
- •Mora is Texas State's all-time home run leader.
- •Mora was drafted as a pitcher despite limited pitching experience.
- •Galloway had a standout senior season with a.318 batting average.
- •Brewers hope to develop Mora's pitching potential.
- •Galloway will likely focus on contact hitting in the pros.
- 7:30 PMYahoo Sports — Brewers draft Texas State baseball's all-time home run leader Chase Mora as a pitcher
"The Brewers took Texas State baseball IF Chase Mora on Sunday in the 2026 MLB draft as a pitcher. The Astros selected Bobcats catcher Rashawn Galloway.
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