Grady Emerson selected No. 2 by Rays in 2026 MLB Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 8:05 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
High school shortstop Grady Emerson was picked second overall by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2026 MLB Draft on July 11. Emerson, previously committed to play at the University of Texas, is the highest high school player chosen in this draft. He had a standout career at Fort Worth Christian High School under coach Rusty Greer. The Rays sought to address their shortstop position, and Emerson's selection suggests he is expected to sign. The No. 2 pick is associated with a signing bonus value estimated at $10.5 million.
- •Grady Emerson chosen No. 2 overall in MLB Draft by Tampa Bay Rays.
- •Emerson previously committed to University of Texas.
- •He's seen as the top high school prospect in this draft.
- •Selected after UCLA's Roch Cholowsky was picked first.
- •Signing bonus for No. 2 pick valued at $10.5 million.
- 8:05 PMYahoo Sports — Texas commit Grady Emerson taken No. 2 in MLB Draft by Tampa Bay Rays
"It's doubtful the jewel of Jim Schlossnagle's Longhorns recruiting class will wear Burnt Orange. SS Grady Emerson picked No. 2 in MLB Draft by Tampa.
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