2026 MLB Draft begins with multiple teams making their selections
Yahoo Sports • 2 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
The 2026 MLB Draft is underway today, with teams making selections from Rounds 1-4. The first ten picks are scheduled to be broadcast on NBC/Peacock from 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EDT, followed by picks 11-40 on MLB Network. The Seattle Mariners, selecting at 24, have highlighted their interest in potential draftees available in the first round. Coverage details include a recap from the Mariners' draft room, expected to feature insights and updates throughout the day. Fans and analysts are actively engaging in discussions about the draft via an open thread.
- •The draft starts today with Rounds 1-4 being selected.
- •First ten picks broadcast on NBC/Peacock from 1:00 PM EDT.
- •Seattle Mariners choose at 24, hoping for strong draftees.
- •Draft updates will include details from the Mariners' draft room.
- •Fans are encouraged to participate in live discussions.
- 5:19 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 MLB Draft Day 1 Tracker and Open Thread
- 5:09 PMYahoo Sports — Washington Nationals MLB Draft tracker and thread
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona Diamondbacks 2026 Draft: Open Thread, Day 1
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 MLB Draft open thread
- 4:26 PMYahoo Sports — Cincinnati Reds 2026 MLB Draft Tracker, Open Thread
- 4:23 PMYahoo Sports — Minnesota Twins 2026 MLB Draft Tracker
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 MLB Draft Draft Tracker, Open Thread
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Open thread: MLB Draft, Rounds 1-4, 7/11/26
"The 2026 MLB draft gets under way right now, and there have been a few changes on previous years. Not the least that we are starting on the Saturday morning before the All-Star break. Last year, things got under way on the Sunday night, with the first three rounds, and the bulk of the action […]
"It is draft day! And that means we need a thread so we can discuss whatever it is the Royals end up doing with their picks! First, let’s talk about how you can watch, because it’s not as simple as you might have hoped. Draft coverage starts at noon Central Time on NBC and Peacock. […]
"Stay tuned to this page for the next two days as we’ll be tracking each pick the Twins make. Come chat about it with us!
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 5:19 PM2026 MLB Draft Day 1 Tracker and Open Thread
The draft is set to get underway with the Braves holding the 9th and 26th overall picks
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 5:09 PMWashington Nationals MLB Draft tracker and thread
Follow along as we track each pick the Washington Nationals make in this 2026 MLB Draft
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 5:00 PMArizona Diamondbacks 2026 Draft: Open Thread, Day 1
The 2026 MLB draft gets under way right now, and there have been a few changes on previous years. Not the least that we are starting on the Saturday morning before the All-Star break. Last year, things got under way on the Sunday night, with the first three rounds, and the bulk of the action […]
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 4:30 PM2026 MLB Draft open thread
It is draft day! And that means we need a thread so we can discuss whatever it is the Royals end up doing with their picks! First, let’s talk about how you can watch, because it’s not as simple as you might have hoped. Draft coverage starts at noon Central Time on NBC and Peacock. […]
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 4:26 PMCincinnati Reds 2026 MLB Draft Tracker, Open Thread
Can the fortunes of the franchise be turned around by this year’s MLB Draft?
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 4:23 PMMinnesota Twins 2026 MLB Draft Tracker
Stay tuned to this page for the next two days as we’ll be tracking each pick the Twins make. Come chat about it with us!
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 4:05 PM2026 MLB Draft Draft Tracker, Open Thread
Come talk about Day One of the 2026 MLB Draft with us!
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 4:00 PMOpen thread: MLB Draft, Rounds 1-4, 7/11/26
If you’re watching the draft, this is the place to chat about the Mets’ picks.
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