When the Angels step up to the draft podium, chaos usually follows—just not this kind. In a rare plot twist, they didn’t overpay or overthink. Instead, they played the numbers game like seasoned Wall Street sharks. Tyler Bremner, their shiny No. 2 overall pick, came at a discount. That’s right—Anaheim just pulled off a budget-friendly heist, and for once, it wasn’t the front office getting robbed.
The 2025 MLB Draft was full of surprise picks, and the pick of Tyler Brmner surprised most fans. The Angels fans were not only surprised, but some were even unhappy that they could have picked other players and would overpay this player. It looks like the Angels have flipped the script.
It was reported by Carlos Collazo that the Los Angeles Angels have paid less than what the No. 2 pick demands. He posted, “The Angels signed 1st-rounder Tyler Bremner to a $7,689,525 deal. Slot value for the 2nd overall pick is $10,252,700. A $2,563,175 under slot deal.“
The Angels signed 1st-rounder Tyler Bremner to a $7,689,525 deal. Slot value for the 2nd overall pick is $10,252,700.
A $2,563,175 under slot deal.
— Carlos Collazo (@CarlosACollazo) July 18, 2025
The Angels landed Tyler Bremner for $7,689,525—nearly $2.6 million under slot value. That financial finesse boosted flexibility, lifting their total pool spend to $16.72 million from $17.49M. With $767,495 still available, they’ve preserved crucial room to negotiate with Haley, Cascino, and Tatis. Bremner’s deal wasn’t just a draft steal—it’s the financial anchor for a deeper class.
The Angels took heat on draft night—but in hindsight, the boos might’ve saved bucks. What looked like a head-scratcher is aging like fine wine in a front office cellar. In a league where overpaying is tradition, the Angels pulled a masterclass in budget ball. They didn’t just draft talent—they engineered flexibility. And if Bremner delivers on the mound, Anaheim’s accounting department might deserve a plaque next to the Cy Young.
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