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2026 MLB Draft picks become hot collectible cards for fans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 8:16 PM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

2026 MLB Draft picks become hot collectible cards for fans

Summary

Following the 2026 MLB Draft held in Philadelphia over the weekend, several top draft picks are highlighted as potential collectibles. Roch Cholowsky of the Chicago White Sox, the first overall pick, and Grady Emerson of the Tampa Bay Rays, the second overall pick, have card options already available. Other players, including Vahn Lackey and Jackson Flora, also have early cards on the market, while Eric Booth Jr. remains card-less despite his achievements. Family connections among draftees are noted, with notable names like Landon Thome and Peyton Bonds entering the league. Collectors are advised to keep an eye on these players as interest grows in their cards.

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By the Numbers

•Cholowsky and Emerson are top picks with available collectible cards.
•Collectors can find cards from past years and this year's Stars and Stripes sets.
•Family ties to MLB stars add intrigue to some drafted players.
•Booth Jr. has yet to enter the trading card market despite accolades.
•Bowman products slated for winter release will feature these prospects.

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What they're saying

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Most prospects picked in the 2026 MLB Draft are still a few years away from their big-league debut, but this is prime time for card collectors.
— Yahoo Sportsby Susan Lulgjuraj

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