Pirates sign 51st overall pick Chris Rembert from Auburn
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 1:35 AM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed Chris Rembert, the 51st overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, making him the highest draft pick in their class to sign thus far. Rembert, a 21-year-old outfielder from Auburn University, was selected after the Pirates received the pick due to failing to sign Angel Cervantes, the 50th pick in 2025. This past season, Rembert was a standout player, hitting.343 with 46 RBIs and 12 stolen bases. His selection reflects the Pirates' focus on strengthening their roster with young talent. Rembert was ranked as a top-50 prospect by both MLB Pipeline and Baseball America.
- •Chris Rembert is the highest draft pick signed by the Pirates in 2026.
- •Rembert was selected 51st overall in the MLB Draft.
- •He had a notable collegiate season with Auburn, achieving a.343 average.
- •His performance included 13 doubles, four home runs, and 12 stolen bases.
- •The Pirates received the 51st pick after failing to sign the 50th pick in 2025.
- 1:35 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates Draft Signings: 51st overall pick Chris Rembert
"Chris Rembert becomes the highest draft pick in the Pirates’ 2026 class to sign so far.
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