Texas Rangers eye AJ Gracia in upcoming MLB Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 3:00 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The Texas Rangers are considering outfielder AJ Gracia from the University of Virginia with their draft picks. The first round of the 2026 MLB Draft takes place on July 11, and the Rangers hold the 16th overall selection. Gracia has shown strong hitting capabilities, slashing.354/.489/.632 this season. While projecting as a first-round talent, he may be selected before Texas' turn if his value continues to rise as anticipated. Current rankings place him anywhere from 2nd to 27th overall in various scouting reports.
- •Gracia is a 6'3" left-handed batter from Virginia.
- •He had a strong season with a.354 batting average.
- •Rangers have the 16th, 54th, and 89th picks in the draft.
- •Gracia's future depends on increasing his power numbers.
- •He played previously at Duke and excelled in walks and contact.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 MLB Draft Preview: AJ Gracia
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