Hurricanes closer Brian Walters is first UM player picked on second day of MLB draft

Brian Walters, younger brother of former UM closer Andrew Walters, was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the eighth round of the MLB draft, making him the second UM player drafted this year. After a season-ending injury in 2023, Walters rebounded in 2024 with a 3.29 ERA and 11 saves, concluding the season with a 4.94 ERA and 56 strikeouts in 51 innings pitched.

Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: Brian Walters, who is the younger brother of a big-league pitcher, got picked by the Philadelphia Phillies to play in the major leagues after having a strong season in college baseball.

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