OSU and OU baseball prospects set for 2026 MLB Draft in Philadelphia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 7:39 PM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
The 2026 MLB Draft takes place on July 11-12 in Philadelphia, featuring a strong representation from Oklahoma. Jaxon Willits, fresh off leading OU to the NCAA championship, is projected as the top Sooners selection. Last year's draft saw two Oklahoma high school players, Eli Willits and Ethan Holliday, selected in the top 10, highlighting the state's growing talent. Live updates will track the selections, with coverage available on NBC and MLB Network.
- •Draft is scheduled for July 11-12 in Philadelphia.
- •Jaxon Willits is projected to be the first OU player selected.
- •Eli Willits and Ethan Holliday were top-10 picks last year.
- •NBC and MLB Network will provide live coverage of the event.
- •Oklahoma's baseball programs enhance their recruiting profiles through draft success.
- 7:39 PMYahoo Sports — MLB Draft 2026 live tracker: Where will OSU, OU baseball go in draft?
"The state of Oklahoma once again figures to be well-represented in the MLB Draft, which runs July 11-12 in Philadelphia. Follow for live updates.
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