Clemson's Aidan Knaak returns for 2027 season after MLB draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 7:14 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
Clemson pitcher Aidan Knaak will return to the Tigers for the 2027 season despite being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2026 MLB draft. Knaak's father confirmed his decision, noting his son's excitement to compete following changes to his mechanics. The report comes just before the signing deadline for MLB draftees on July 27. Knaak had a notable junior season, finishing with a 5.81 ERA and 88 strikeouts over 57.1 innings, pitching 13 games as a starter. Previously, he earned All-ACC first team honors in 2024 and 2025.
- •Aidan Knaak pitched for Clemson in 2026.
- •He was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers.
- •Knaak has a 5.81 ERA with 88 strikeouts in 2026.
- •He confirmed his return before the signing deadline.
- •Knaak was an All-ACC first team member in 2024 and 2025.
- 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — RHP Knaak returning to Clemson
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — Clemson pitcher Aidan Knaak to return in 2027 despite being drafted, per report
"CLEMSON, S.C. – Aidan Knaak will return for his fourth season at Clemson, announced Monday by the righthander. Knaak was drafted in the fifth round (No. 163 overall) by the Milwaukee Brewers as the first of five Tigers selected in the 2026 MLB draft. “I’m extremely grateful to the Brewers for believing in me and […]
"Clemson pitcher Aidan Knaak is reportedly returning to the Tigers in 2027 despite being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2026 MLB draft.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 4:05 AMRHP Knaak returning to Clemson
CLEMSON, S.C. – Aidan Knaak will return for his fourth season at Clemson, announced Monday by the righthander. Knaak was drafted in the fifth round (No. 163 overall) by the Milwaukee Brewers as the first of five Tigers selected in the 2026 MLB draft. “I’m extremely grateful to the Brewers for believing in me and […]
- Yahoo SportsJul 27, 2026, 7:14 PMClemson pitcher Aidan Knaak to return in 2027 despite being drafted, per report
Clemson pitcher Aidan Knaak is reportedly returning to the Tigers in 2027 despite being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2026 MLB draft.
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