Roman Martin drafted by Athletics in fourth round of MLB Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 6:37 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Roman Martin, third baseman from UCLA, was selected by the Oakland Athletics with the 111th overall pick in the fourth round of the 2026 MLB Draft. He joins fellow Bruins Roch Cholowsky and Mulivai Levu among UCLA players drafted this year. Martin finished his junior year with a.333 batting average and an on-base percentage of.446. The Athletics have bolstered their infield depth, adding Martin to an existing group that includes Jacob Wilson and Max Muncy. His future with the A's will depend on his performance as he aims for a spot in the major leagues.
- •Martin was drafted 111th overall by the Athletics on July 11, 2026.
- •He had a.333 average and.446 on-base percentage in his junior year.
- •Martin is noted for his strong defensive skills and versatility.
- •He adds depth to the Athletics' infield alongside Jacob Wilson and Max Muncy.
- •Martin is the fourth UCLA player selected in this year's draft.
- 6:37 PMYahoo Sports — Roman Martin stays on the West Coast, being drafted by the Athletics
"UCLA saw another one of their infielders selected with the Athletics drafting third baseman Roman Martin.
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