Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Zander Mueth aims for an injury-free 2026 season, focusing on throwing more strikes.
Mueth was drafted 67th in 2023, with the Pirates investing nearly $1.8 million to secure him from the University of Mississippi.
Standing at 6-foot-6 and 205 pounds, Mueth is a big right-handed pitcher who was selected in the compensation B round.
In his first professional season, Mueth achieved immediate success, going 6-1 with a 1.58 ERA in 13 appearances for the FCL.
He struck out 56 batters in 51.1 innings and was later promoted to the Low-A Bradenton Marauders, owning a 3.97 ERA in seven starts.
Author's summary: Pirates prospect Zander Mueth seeks injury-free season.