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MLB Draft opens with Chicago White Sox holding No. 1 overall pick

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 3:01 PM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

MLB Draft opens with Chicago White Sox holding No. 1 overall pick

Summary

The 2026 MLB Draft commenced on July 11, starting with the Chicago White Sox selecting first overall. Pre-draft predictions highlight UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky, Texas high school infielder Grady Emerson, and Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey among the top prospects. The draft will feature multiple rounds over two days, with the first four rounds taking place today and the remaining rounds tomorrow. Live coverage is available on NBC and Peacock for the initial picks, and further updates can be tracked on MLB’s platforms.

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By the Numbers

•2026 MLB Draft features first four rounds on July 11.
•Chicago White Sox hold the first overall pick.
•Top prospects include Cholowsky, Emerson, and Lackey.
•Coverage available on NBC, Peacock, and MLB platforms.
•Draft implications influenced by labor negotiations.

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