While Power Four players take up the spotlight of the college draft landscape, particularly in the early rounds, Mid-Majors will pump out their fair share of major leaguers. Apart from the occasional first-round-caliber prospect, teams will often try hitting the bargain bin, searching for their Tarik Skubal, Cam Schlittler, or Jeremy Peña.
Past the Jackson Floras of the world, who are a few less heralded Mid-Major sleepers that could emerge as key pieces in major league farm systems this summer?
Gage Peterson, RHP — Appalachian State
In his first year in the NCAA, Peterson has racked up 58 punch-outs in 38 innings to go along with a 1.42 ERA. Standing 6-foot-5, 220 pounds, Peterson delivers a fluid motion with ample arm speed from a well over-the-top slot. Despite his solid extension, his extreme trunk tilt and high arm angle give him a steep 6-foot-3 release height. …