The Milwaukee Brewers have signed fourth-round draft pick Julian Garcia to a $1.5 million signing bonus, according to MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis.

Garcia was selected with the 130th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, a selection that carried a slot value of $585,700. The agreement comes in at more than double the assigned slot value, highlighting Milwaukee's determination to sign one of the top prep arms available after the opening rounds.

The St. John Bosco High School standout was committed to Long Beach State, making him one of the more intriguing signability cases in the draft. The Brewers ultimately secured his signature with one of the largest overslot bonuses given to a fourth-round selection this year.

According to MLB.com's scouting report, Garcia possesses one of the most electric pitch combinations in the 2026 draft class.

The 6-foot-3 right-hander features a fastball that ranges from 92-97 mph, with the ability to maintain mid-90s velocity deep into starts. His four-seam fastball also generates excellent riding life, allowing it to miss bats at the top of the strike zone.

His calling card, however, is a devastating 12-to-6 curveball that MLB.com's evaluators describe as one of the best breaking balls in the entire draft. The pitch has produced spin rates approaching 3,000 rpm, giving it sharp vertical break and legitimate swing-and-miss potential.

Garcia also throws a developing changeup, though his fastball and curveball already form an impressive two-pitch foundation.

While Garcia's raw stuff grabs attention, his polish may be just as impressive.

MLB.com's scouting report notes that Garcia consistently throws both his fastball and curveball for strikes, displaying command that is uncommon for a high school pitcher.

Scouts have also praised his competitive mentality and composure, traits that helped ease earlier concerns about a potential future in the bullpen.

Garcia significantly boosted his draft stock throughout the spring while pitching for nationally ranked St. John Bosco.

Among his standout performances was an appearance at USA Baseball's National High School Invitational, where he ranked near the top of the event in both average fastball velocity and breaking-ball spin rate.

With the signing now complete, the Brewers have added one of the highest-upside high school pitchers in the 2026 draft.

Their substantial financial commitment reflects the organization's confidence that Garcia's premium arsenal and advanced strike-throwing ability can translate into a high-ceiling starting pitching prospect as he begins his professional career.

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