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Orioles draft pick Eric Booth Jr. becomes top prospect in MLB

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 1:22 AM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Orioles draft pick Eric Booth Jr. becomes top prospect in MLB

Summary

Eric Booth Jr., selected 7th overall in the 2026 MLB Draft by the Orioles, has been ranked as the club's No. 1 prospect by Baseball America. Despite not yet officially signing, Booth is considered the 65th-best prospect in all of baseball. The 18-year-old outfielder was chosen over a college hitter, marking a significant moment in the Orioles' draft strategy. He boasts elite speed and impressive power, indicating a high ceiling for future performance. The Orioles are expected to finalize his contract before the July 27 deadline.

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By the Numbers

•Eric Booth Jr. ranked No. 1 in Orioles' farm system
•Booth selected 7th overall in the 2026 MLB Draft
•Booth is the 65th-best prospect in MLB
•Orioles expect to sign Booth before July 27 deadline
•Two other Orioles prospects rank in the top 100

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1:22 AMYahoo Sports — Orioles 2026 draft pick cracks top 100 list, becoming club’s No. 1 prospect

What they're saying

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HOUSTON — Eric Booth Jr. hasn’t officially become part of the Orioles organization, but he’s already their top prospect. Baseball America updated its top 100 prospect list Friday to include the top picks in the 2026 MLB draft. Booth, the No. 7 overall selection by the Orioles, was ranked as the sport’s 65th-best prospect — leapfrogging every player already in Baltimore’s farm system. The ...
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