Gavin Gallaher goes undrafted in 2026 MLB Draft, returns to UNC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 12:08 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Gavin Gallaher, an infielder for the University of North Carolina, was not selected in the 2026 MLB Draft, which concluded on July 12, 2026. Many observers expected Gallaher to be drafted, making his omission surprising. He will return to the Tar Heels for the 2027 season, where he is anticipated to play a key role in the lineup alongside other returning players. Gallaher enters next season as the highest-ranked four-year player returning to college baseball according to MLB.com. North Carolina looks to rebound after finishing as the runner-up the previous year, bolstered by Gallaher's presence.
- •Gavin Gallaher went undrafted in the 2026 MLB Draft.
- •He will return to North Carolina for the 2027 season.
- •Gallaher was previously ranked in the top 250 by MLB.com.
- •North Carolina aims to compete for the title next year.
- •The draft concluded on July 12, 2026.
- 12:08 AMYahoo Sports — Gavin Gallaher goes undrafted in 2026 MLB Draft
"A key infielder for the UNC baseball program will return in 2027
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