Houston Astros Draft MTSU Outfielder Owen Nowak in 12th Round
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The Houston Astros have added Middle Tennessee State outfielder Owen Nowak to their organization, selecting him in the 12th round of the 2026 MLB Draft. This pick marks a significant step for Nowak as he begins his professional baseball journey.
The Houston Astros have bolstered their minor league system by selecting Owen Nowak, an outfielder from Middle Tennessee State University, in the twelfth round of the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft. The selection signals the organization's interest in Nowak's potential as he transitions from collegiate play to the professional ranks.
Nowak, who played his college ball for the MTSU Blue Raiders, joins a crop of drafted talent aimed at developing future major league contributors for the Astros. The timing of the selection, in the latter stages of the draft, suggests a strategic move by Houston's scouting department to acquire players with upside.
Selecting a player in the 12th round is rarely a franchise-altering decision, but for Owen Nowak, it's a crucial opportunity to prove his worth and climb the minor league ladder. The Astros are banking on his raw talent translating to the professional game.
