A familiar name from Alabama baseball is making waves in the minor leagues. Former Crimson Tide right-hander Connor Prielipp has officially been promoted to Double-A, continuing his steady rise through the professional ranks. The announcement came earlier today as part of the May 8, 2025, Roll Call for player transactions, and it marks a significant step forward for the promising pitcher.
Prielipp, who starred at Alabama before being drafted in the second round by the Minnesota Twins in 2022, has battled back from injury setbacks and is now showing the form that made him one of the top collegiate arms in the country. In High-A, he posted an impressive 2.75 ERA with 38 strikeouts over 30 innings, earning praise for his sharp slider and improved command.
His promotion to Double-A places him just two levels away from the majors, and fans in Tuscaloosa are watching closely as one of their own climbs the ladder. For Alabama’s baseball program, Prielipp’s progress is another feather in the cap, reinforcing the school’s growing reputation for developing big-league talent.
“Connor’s always had the stuff,” said one scout. “Now he’s healthy and confident — and that’s dangerous for hitters.”
As he suits up for his new team, Prielipp brings with him not just talent but the competitive spirit that defined his college days. Alabama fans have reason to be proud — and perhaps to start dreaming of seeing him in a big-league uniform soon.
