Mason Steele Drafted by Diamondbacks | Huntsville News

Huntsville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

Mason Steele, UAB’s standout two-way star pitcher and outfielder, was drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 10th round—pick 296, with a slot value of $196,500. Known for his dominant mound presence (6-3 record, 4.66 ERA, 68 strikeouts in 75.1 innings) and solid bat (.222 in 18 PA), Steele’s talent wasn’t new—he was named Alabama’s 2023 Class 5A Hitter of the Year and earned NJCAA Two-Way Player of the Year honors in 2024 while helping Shelton State reach the World Series. This pick marks the next big step in a rising local phenom’s journey, and fans are already watching to see how he…