Five Diamond Heels expected to be selected in 2026 MLB Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 4:01 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The MLB Draft is scheduled from July 10-12, with five players from the University of North Carolina projected to be selected. Starting pitchers Ryan Lynch and Jason DeCaro, along with shortstop Jake Schaffner, outfielder Owen Hull, and second baseman Gavin Gallaher, have generated attention due to their impressive performances this season. Lynch and DeCaro led the pitching staff, while Hull and Schaffner were standout hitters. The selection of these players reflects a successful season for the Diamond Heels, who reached the College World Series. Their futures now hinge on the upcoming draft, though all are eligible to return to college.
- •MLB Draft to occur July 10-12, 2026.
- •Ryan Lynch and Jason DeCaro are top prospects for the draft.
- •UNC reached the College World Series this season.
- •Players are eligible to return to college if not drafted.
- •Offensive leaders included Schaffner and Hull.
- 4:01 PMYahoo Sports — Five Diamond Heels projected as 2026 MLB Draft Selections
"The MLB Draft runs from July 10-12. Five Diamond Heels are projected as 2026 selections.
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