Cody New and Jacob Webster drafted by Dodgers, Red Sox in 2026 MLB Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:14 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Cody New and Jacob Webster were selected in the second day of the 2026 MLB Draft. New, a left-handed pitcher from California Baptist, was picked by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 11th round as the 343rd overall selection. Jacob Webster, a standout shortstop from Oak Hills, was chosen by the Boston Red Sox in the 12th round, 364th overall. This draft continues the tradition of High Desert athletes entering professional baseball. New's injury history included Tommy John surgery, while Webster’s future remains uncertain as he is also committed to play at Loyola Marymount University.
- •Cody New was drafted in the 11th round by the Dodgers.
- •Jacob Webster was selected in the 12th round by the Red Sox.
- •New had Tommy John surgery earlier this season.
- •Webster excelled as both a baseball and football player.
- •Webster's college commitment adds uncertainty to his decision.
- 12:14 AMYahoo Sports — Cody New and Jacob Webster are selected on Day 2 of the 2026 MLB Draft
"Two High Desert standouts are headed to pro baseball. Cody New was drafted by the Dodgers, while Jacob Webster was selected by the Red Sox.
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