Brewers’ Prospects Shine in Spring Breakout, Bitonti’s Power on Display

Milwaukee Brewers prospects are making a strong impression during 2026 Spring Training, highlighted by impressive performances from third baseman Eric Bitonti and shortstop Brady Ebel. Bitonti’s powerful hitting and Ebel’s exceptional arm strength are drawing attention as the team evaluates its future talent.

Bitonti’s Explosive Power

First baseman Eric Bitonti is turning heads with his raw power. In a recent game, Bitonti hit a home run with an exit velocity of 115.4 mph, marking the hardest-hit ball by any Brewer during 2026 Spring Training. This velocity would be the second-highest exit velocity for any Milwaukee home run in the Statcast era (since 2015), trailing only Avisaíl García’s 116.7 mph homer on September 12, 2021 MLB.com.

“You don’t really feel it,” Bitonti said, laughing, after the hit. “When you hit it and you don’t feel it come off the bat, that’s when you know you got it pretty excellent.” MLB.com

Bitonti, the club’s No. 26 prospect, believes the team’s success is interconnected. “When one guy goes, we all move,” he stated. “It’s kind of just a domino effect. Especially with the talent here, it’s fun to watch.” MLB.com

Ebel’s Rocket Arm

Shortstop Brady Ebel, the 32nd overall selection in the 2025 Draft, is showcasing an elite throwing arm. During a recent game, all three of his assists were recorded with throws exceeding 88 mph, with the fastest reaching 91.8 mph. MLB.com

This arm strength surpasses the top infield assist velocity from the 2025 season for Milwaukee, which was 88.7 mph by Brice Turang on September 19. MLB.com Ebel is tied with five other Brewers prospects with a 60-grade arm tool, the highest mark in the system. MLB.com

The organization is evaluating Ebel’s potential to remain at shortstop long-term, but he also has experience playing third base during his high school career at Corona (Calif.). MLB.com

Recent Transactions and Background

Eric Bitonti was assigned to the Milwaukee Brewers Prospects on March 20, 2026, and subsequently activated. He was previously assigned to the Milwaukee Brewers Prospects on March 5, 2026, and to the Milwaukee Brewers on February 22, 2026. MLB.com MiLB.com

Bitonti was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 3rd round of the 2023 MLB June Amateur Draft from Aquinas HS (San Bernardino, CA). MLB.com MiLB.com He was born on November 17, 2005, in Hesperia, California. MLB.com MiLB.com Baseball-Reference.com

Bitonti’s Minor League Stats

In 2025, Bitonti played in 428 games, recording a .238 batting average, 19 home runs, 77 RBIs, 17 stolen bases, and a .762 OPS. MiLB.com Throughout his minor league career, he has appeared in 761 games, with a .252 average, 37 home runs, 152 RBIs, 29 stolen bases, and an .832 OPS. MiLB.com