Pirates Top 30 Prospects: Zander Mueth
Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Zander Mueth aims for an injury-free 2026 season. This is part of a series on PBN's Top 30 Pirates prospects.
Mueth was drafted 67th in 2023 for nearly $1.8 million, lured away from the University of Mississippi. The 6-foot-6, 205-pound right-handed pitcher was selected in the compensation B round.
- Selected 67th in the 2023 draft
- Received nearly $1.8 million signing bonus
- Started in the Florida Complex League in 2024
In 13 FCL appearances, Mueth went 6-1 with a 1.58 ERA, striking out 56 batters in 51.1 innings. He was later promoted to the Low-A Bradenton Marauders, owning a 3.97 ERA in seven starts.
Author's summary: Pirates prospect Zander Mueth seeks injury-free season.