Michael Teasley withdraws from MLB draft to join Tennessee baseball team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 1:32 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Michael Teasley, a former Oak Ridge pitcher and Tennessee baseball signee, has withdrawn from the 2026 MLB Draft. Teasley announced his decision following the draft's first four rounds on July 11, in which he went unselected. He expressed gratitude to MLB teams for their consideration and excitement to begin his college career at Tennessee. Teasley also plays third base and outfield, adding versatility to his game as he joins the Volunteers.
- •Teasley is a former Oak Ridge ace pitcher.
- •He was unselected in the first four rounds of the MLB Draft.
- •Announced his decision via Instagram.
- •Plans to enroll at the University of Tennessee.
- 1:32 AMYahoo Sports — Tennessee signee Michael Teasley, former Oak Ridge star, withdraws from MLB draft
"Former Oak Ridge ace pitcher and Tenneessee baseball signee Michael Teasley is withdrawing his name from the MLB draft and will play for the Vols.
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