"After making just one appearance in 2024, there was plenty of intrigue surrounding Bagwell coming into his first full professional season. In his lone appearance in 2024, Bagwell produced mixed results - giving up two runs in the first inning, but bouncing back to retire five of the next seven batters he faced. While it was just one appearance, it gave enough hope and promise to make Bagwell one of the "must-watch" prospects this year."
"Overall, between Augusta and the FCL, Bagwell put up encouraging numbers in 2025. In 13 appearances - 12 starts - Bagwell spun an ERA of 3.05 in 59 total innings. He also managed to strikeout 45 batters to 19 walks as well. The questions about the command were somewhat answered in his first full season, but there's still plenty to learn about and see with Bagwell moving forward."
Bagwell was drafted by Atlanta out of Collinsville High School (Ga.) in the sixth round (191st overall) of the 2024 draft and received an $822,500 over-slot signing bonus to keep him from a commitment to the University of Missouri. He made one appearance in 2024, allowing two runs in the first inning before retiring five of the next seven batters. Entering 2025, expectations focused on command, workload, and developing secondary pitches. A shoulder-related injury limited his season; he made three April starts (1.88 ERA in 14.1 innings), three rehab starts in the FCL, and returned July 22. Across Augusta and the FCL he totaled 13 appearances (12 starts), a 3.05 ERA, 59 innings, 45 strikeouts and 19 walks. The primary objective for 2026 is remaining healthy and proving the ability to handle a full-season workload.
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