Edwards Breaks USC Draft Drought | Oakland Athletics News

USC’s 17-year first-round MLB draft drought continues, but Mason Edwards breaks the mold by being selected 47th overall by the Athletics — the eighth pick in the second round. Though not a first-rounder, Edwards’ dominant college career speaks volumes: he led the Big Ten in strikeouts (169 total), posted a 2.07 ERA (5th nationally), and earned Big Ten Pitcher of the Year honors. After rising from obscurity to elite status on the Trojans’ mound, Edwards is now poised to begin his pro journey with Oakland — a major milestone for both him and USC’s pitching legacy. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/16f930c93a1a9c12