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Tanner Sagouspe drafted by Colorado Rockies in MLB Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 1:53 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Tanner Sagouspe drafted by Colorado Rockies in MLB Draft

Summary

Tanner Sagouspe, a Madera native, was selected by the Colorado Rockies in the ninth round of the MLB Draft on July 16, 2026. Sagouspe transitioned from outfielder to pitcher during his collegiate career, tallying 120 strikeouts at Cal Poly and another 43 at Texas Christian University. After receiving the draft news in the morning, Sagouspe expressed joy at the opportunity to play professionally, especially considering the proximity of the Rockies' minor league team, the Fresno Grizzlies. He is set to sign his contract and begin spring training at the Rockies' facility in Arizona soon.

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Status Watch

•Sagouspe selected 254th overall by the Rockies
•Transitioned from outfielder to pitcher in college
•Accumulated 163 strikeouts across college career
•Set to begin contract signing and spring training in Arizona
•Potential to play for the Fresno Grizzlies soon

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1:53 AMYahoo Sports — Madera pitcher’s dream comes to life after being drafted by the Colorado Rockies

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Madera native Tanner Sagouspe was selected by the Colorado Rockies in the ninth round of the MLB Draft after transitioning from an outfielder to a pitcher during his collegiate career.
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