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Mason Edwards drafted by Athletics after falling out of first round

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 9:05 PM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Mason Edwards drafted by Athletics after falling out of first round

Summary

USC left-handed pitcher Mason Edwards was selected by the Oakland Athletics with the 47th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, marking the eighth pick in the second round. Edwards had been projected to end a 17-year streak without a first-round selection from USC, the last being Grant Green in 2009. During his collegiate career, Edwards excelled, establishing himself as a top pitcher with 169 total strikeouts in the 2026 season and a 2.07 ERA. He was also named Big Ten Pitcher of the Year, highlighting his significant contributions to the Trojans.

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Key Details

•Mason Edwards drafted by Athletics in 2026 MLB Draft.
•He finished his USC career with a 2.07 ERA.
•Edwards led the nation with 169 strikeouts in 2026.
•His selection follows a 17-year first-round drought for USC.
•Grant Green was the last USC player selected in the first round in 2009.

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11:07 AMYahoo Sports — USC’s Mason Edwards selected in second round of MLB Draft by Athletics
9:05 PMYahoo Sports — USC Ace Falls Out of First Round, Lands With Athletics in MLB Draft

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Before Saturday, USC went 17 years without a player being selected in the first round of the MLB Draft. The last player to do that from USC was Grant Green, who was drafted by the Athletics with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2009 MLB Draft. Left-handed pitcher Mason Edwards was projected to end […] The post USC Ace Falls Out of First Round, Lands With Athletics in MLB Draft appeared first on LA Sports Report.
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