Davis Daniel faced a tough decision last summer. He could pursue his MLB dreams and accept an offer from the Milwaukee Brewers or he could return to Auburn and try to improve upon his 11th round draft spot. He bet on himself and returned to school.
Unfortunately for Daniel, he injured his elbow in the season opener and ultimately required Tommy John surgery. He did not pitch in 2019.
Angels GM Billy Eppler and his staff has seen enough, however, and drafted Auburn junior and sent him to the team’s facility in Tempe to rehab and get ready for his professional career.