Watters Drafted by the Athletics

West Virginia starting pitcher Jacob Watters was selected by the Oakland Athletics in the 2022 MLB Draft

On Monday, the Oakland Athletics selected West Virginia starting pitcher Jacob Watters in the fourth round of the 2022 Major League Baseball Draft. 

Watters appeared on the Preseason Stopper of the Year Watch List but in need, made the transition to day one weekend starter by the start of Big 12 Conference play. He ended the season 3-7 with a 6.22 ERA and 75 strikeouts, including a career-high 15 strikeouts against Texas. The Rocky Gap, Virginia native holds a 5.27 ERA at WVU with a 7-8 record and 139 strikeouts. 

West Virginia pitcher Jacob Watters / Christopher Hall - Sports Illustrated: West Virginia

He's made two appearances for the Chatham Anglers in the Cape Cod Baseball League over the summer, allowing two runs and striking out nine in six innings of work. 

Watters has two years of eligibility remaining and has the option to return to compete at the collegiate level. 

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