Braves focus on Georgia Tech's Drew Burress for 2026 draft pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
As the 2026 MLB Draft approaches, the Atlanta Braves are prominently considering Georgia Tech outfielder Drew Burress with their ninth overall pick. Burress, known for his strong hitting and speed, has maintained impressive performance stats throughout his collegiate career. He has recorded a significant OPS and demonstrated power with 35 home runs over the last two seasons. Concerns remain about his ability to handle breaking balls and offspeed pitches. The Braves are looking to finalize their selection strategy ahead of the draft next month.
- •Drew Burress has 35 home runs in his last two college seasons.
- •Braves hold the ninth overall pick in the upcoming draft.
- •Burress has an OPS never lower than 1.130 in his college career.
- •Concerns revolve around his performance against breaking and offspeed pitches.
- •Braves are finalizing draft strategy ahead of the event next month.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Braves 2026 Draft Candidate Drew Burress Scouting Report
"Scouting report on Georgia Tech OF Drew Burress, one of the Atlanta Braves candidates at #9 in 2026 MLB Draft.
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