Codey Gauff aims for MLB Draft selection after impressive season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 9:07 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Codey Gauff, the younger brother of tennis star Coco Gauff, is pursuing a spot in the MLB Draft, set to take place on July 11 or 12. A switch-hitting catcher, he had an outstanding season, earning league MVP honors with a nearly.500 on-base percentage. Gauff has trained at the Elite Squad Baseball Academy and participated in the MLB Draft Combine in Phoenix. He has committed to play at Missouri, although he may consider going pro if he is drafted. Gauff cites his sister's work ethic as a major influence on his career aspirations.
- •Codey Gauff is a 22-year-old switch-hitting catcher.
- •He played for Elite Squad Baseball Academy and has drawn significant interest from scouts.
- •Gauff has committed to Missouri but may enter the MLB Draft.
- •He earned league MVP honors with an impressive on-base average this season.
- •Coco Gauff supports her brother's career while focusing on her own tennis success.
- 9:07 AMYahoo Sports — Coco Gauff's brother Codey forging own path as MLB Draft prospect
"Coco Gauff's brother Codey is forging his own path as a baseball prospect hoping to be selected in the MLB draft.
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