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Texas Rangers eye potential first-round picks ahead of MLB Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 12:31 AM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Texas Rangers eye potential first-round picks ahead of MLB Draft

Summary

The Texas Rangers will select 16th overall in the MLB Draft on Saturday, aiming to continue a trend of drafting quality players. Recent history shows the team has typically chosen college prospects, but last year they selected prep player Gavin Fien. Amateur scouting director Kip Fagg noted a strong draft class and highlighted the need for depth in pitching, particularly as veteran players Jacob deGrom and Nathan Eovaldi approach the end of their careers. Potential picks include Liam Peterson from Florida, Hunter Dietz from Arkansas, and Cameron Flukey from Coastal Carolina, all cited in mock drafts. The Rangers have a total of four picks on Saturday and 16 on Sunday.

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By the Numbers

•Rangers select 16th overall in the MLB Draft on Saturday
•Team has drafted mostly college players in recent years
•Gavin Fien was the first prep player chosen last year
•Kip Fagg highlights need for starting pitcher depth
•Potential picks include Liam Peterson, Hunter Dietz, and Cameron Flukey

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12:31 AMYahoo Sports — Past trends could help identify Texas Rangers’ first-round pick

What they're saying

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The Texas Rangers will pick 16th overall Saturday in the MLB Draft, where the team has selected a bevy of college players in recent years. ARLINGTON — Gavin Fien represented...
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