Yankees conclude 2026 MLB Draft rounds 11-15 with key selections

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 9:31 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Yankees conclude 2026 MLB Draft rounds 11-15 with key selections
Summary

The New York Yankees continued their selections in the 2026 MLB Draft on July 11, focusing on pitchers and infielders. In the 11th round, they picked Anthony Potestio, a shortstop from UC San Diego, who previously made the All-Conference team. The 12th round brought Austin Berggren, a college reliever from Miami (Ohio), known for his impressive strikeout rate. Lee Garris, an outfielder from Maury High School in Virginia, was chosen in the 13th round, adding a left-handed bat to the organization. The Yankees aim to strengthen their minor league system with these selections, which follow a pitcher-heavy strategy established in earlier rounds.

Source Links
By the Numbers
  • Yankees select Anthony Potestio, SS from UC San Diego, in round 11.
  • Austin Berggren, P from Miami (Ohio), chosen in round 12.
  • Lee Garris, OF from Maury HS in Virginia, picked in round 13.
  • Team has focused on pitchers and infielders throughout the draft.
  • Further updates expected as selections continue.
Latest Updates
  • 9:50 PMYahoo SportsYankees Draft: 2026 Rounds 16-20 pick analysis
  • 9:31 PMYahoo SportsYankees Draft: 2026 Rounds 11-15 pick analysis
What they're saying
"

A look at the Yankees’ last five picks in the 2026 MLB Draft.

Related Teams & Leagues

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days