The 2026 MLB draft has a ton of talent at the top and is led by one of the better college crops we’ve seen in years. There is also some intrigue bubbling up in the first five picks as we approach the July 11 start date.
UCLA’s Roch Cholowsky has been the projected No. 1 overall pick for nearly a year after a fantastic showing as a sophomore. While he may still be the top selection, he is now facing competition from Grady Emerson, a prep shortstop out of Texas. The rest of the first round is a bit up in the air, as a strong college class appears to be edging out many of the high school players who usually dot the first round.
