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Atlanta Braves make five selections on opening day of MLB Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 1:04 AM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Atlanta Braves make five selections on opening day of MLB Draft

Summary

The Atlanta Braves participated actively in the 2026 MLB Draft on July 12, selecting five players in the first four rounds. Their top pick was outfielder AJ Gracia from Virginia, picked ninth overall, followed by Indiana State's Carter Beck at 26. The Braves also drafted high school pitchers Kaiden McCarthy, Jensen Hirschkorn, and Cole Dennis at 48, 84, and 112, respectively. The Braves are recognized for identifying overlooked talent and will continue drafting Rounds 5-20 on July 13.

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By the Numbers

•Braves selected AJ Gracia with the 9th overall pick.
•Carter Beck was a surprising choice at 26 overall.
•Kaiden McCarthy, ranked 61, was selected 48th overall.
•Jensen Hirschkorn, considered a first-round talent, was picked 84th.
•Cole Dennis rounded out their day at 112.

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1:04 AMYahoo Sports — The Atlanta Braves Began the MLB Draft with a Bang

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Braves Enjoy Strong Opening Day of 2026 MLB Draft The 2026 MLB Draft began Sunday with Rounds 1-4, while Rounds 5-20 are scheduled for Monday. The Atlanta Braves made five selections on the opening day, picking at Nos. 9, 26, 48, 84 and 112 overall. Atlanta also received a compensation pick in the first round…
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