Will Watson, a right-handed pitcher and infielder, showcased his talent at Burlington Edison High School and California Lutheran University before transferring to San Joaquin Delta College, where he excelled with a 2.97 ERA. Selected by the Seattle Mariners in the 20th round of the 2023 MLB Draft but opting not to sign, he later joined USC. The New York Mets drafted him in the 7th round of the 2024 draft, leading to a successful minor league debut with a cumulative 2.60 ERA in 121.1 innings over 28 games in 2025. Watson features a five-pitch mix, with a mid-90s fastball and an improving slider, making him the Mets’ 22nd top prospect for the 2025 season.
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