Rays consider top prospects ahead of No. 2 draft pick
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 8:20 PM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays, currently leading the American League East, hold the No. 2 pick in this summer's MLB draft. Analysts suggest they target either Roch Cholowsky from UCLA or Grady Emerson from Texas, both top shortstop prospects. The White Sox are likely to take one of these players at No. 1, simplifying the Rays' decision. With no need for complex strategies, the Rays aim to make a straightforward selection unless other unexpected options arise.
- •Rays sit five games ahead in the AL East as of July 9, 2026.
- •Team holds the No. 2 pick after last having a top pick in 2008.
- •Top candidates for selection include Roch Cholowsky and Grady Emerson.
- •White Sox are expected to select one of the top shortstops at No. 1.
- 8:20 PMYahoo Sports — Rays advised not to overcomplicate things with their No. 2 pick
"It's clear how the Rays need to attack this draft.
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