Two Kentucky Wildcats drafted on Day 1 of MLB Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 10:40 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
Tyler Bell was selected 10th overall by the Colorado Rockies and Jaxson Jelkin went 135th overall to the Philadelphia Phillies on Day 1 of the MLB Draft. As the draft continues into Day 2, eyes are on signee Grayson Willoughby, who may be picked early today. Other prospects to watch include Matt Ponatoski, junior college star Jimmy Anderson, and catcher Carson May. Day 2 begins at 11:30 AM Eastern today.
- •Tyler Bell drafted 10th overall by the Colorado Rockies.
- •Jaxson Jelkin selected 135th overall by the Philadelphia Phillies.
- •Grayson Willoughby expected to be a top pick on Day 2.
- •Matt Ponatoski may choose professional baseball over college.
- •Day 2 of the MLB Draft starts at 11:30 AM Eastern.
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats News: MLB Draft Day 2
"A lot of names to watch for Kentucky Baseball on Day 2 of the MLB Draft
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