White Sox expected to draft Texas prep shortstop Grady Emerson first overall
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
The Chicago White Sox are linked to Texas prep shortstop Grady Emerson as they prepare for the upcoming MLB draft. Emerson has had a standout season, hitting.532 with seven home runs and 31 stolen bases. He is being considered for the No. 1 overall pick, the team's first since 1977. Scouts believe Emerson's skills could make him a future star in the majors, highlighted by his strong arm and high baseball IQ. The White Sox look to build on their surprising 2026 season performance as they focus on future talent.
- •Grady Emerson hits.532 with seven home runs this spring.
- •Emerson is a finalist for the Golden Spikes Award.
- •The White Sox have the No. 1 pick for the first time since 1977.
- •Emerson shows promise with a strong arm and quick hands.
- •Sources indicate a shift away from UCLA’s Roch Cholowsky in draft predictions.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — White Sox linked to blazing fast prep shortstop hitting over .500 this spring
"White Sox predicted to draft HS shortstop at No. 1 overall.
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