Arizona Diamondbacks draft Brayden Dowd in 2026 MLB Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 10:13 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
The Arizona Diamondbacks have selected Brayden Dowd with the 88th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Dowd, a former FSU outfielder, previously played at USC and was making strides in his only season with the Seminoles. He finished the season with a.293 batting average, 10 home runs, and 36 RBIs, also excelling in stolen bases. Dowd is FSU's second position player to be drafted this year, highlighting the program's strength under coach Link Jarrett. The announcement comes as the draft continues, with further selections expected.
- •Brayden Dowd drafted by the Diamondbacks in third round of 2026 draft.
- •He hit.293 with 10 home runs in final season at FSU.
- •Dowd previously played for USC, making significant contributions there.
- •He is FSU's third overall player drafted this year.
- •Diamondbacks aim to bolster their roster with young talent.
- 10:13 PMYahoo Sports — Brayden Dowd selected by Arizona Diamondbacks in the 2026 MLB draft
"The Arizona Diamondbacks have drafted former FSU outfielder Brayden Dowd in the third round of the 2026 MLB Draft.
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