With the 1421st pick...

(47th Round) The Astros select Matt Branham, 6'5" 220lb RHP, a junior from University of South Carolina Upstate.

In 2009, Branham posted the best ERA on the team with a 4.39 ERA. He was 2-5 in 13 starts. 82IP, 87H/40ER, 82K:27BB, .267 BAA.