Rangers Draft Injured Pitcher Brody Bumila

The Texas Rangers selected Brody Bumila, a promising left-handed pitcher, in the third round of the MLB Draft with the 89th overall pick. Bumila, who had been projected as a late first-round talent, informed teams that he requires UCL surgery following his 2026 senior season at Bishop Feehan High School in Attleboro, Massachusetts. This decision means he will forgo his college career at the University of Texas to focus on his recovery and professional baseball aspirations.

Despite the impending surgery, the Rangers saw enough potential in the 6-foot-9 prospect to take a chance on him. Bumila, ranked 23rd by MLB.com, routinely hit 100 mph with his fastball and showcased a slider and changeup during his senior year. He finished his season with a 6-0 record and a 1.10 ERA, including a 20-strikeout no-hitter. The Rangers prioritized pitching in the draft, also selecting Gio Rojas in the first round. Bumila's selection is viewed as a low-risk, high-reward move for the team.