​The 2026 MLB Draft is slated to begin in Philadelphia today at 1:00 pm, and it promises to be a landmark day for the Atlanta Braves. Coming off a disappointing 2025 campaign, Atlanta holds the ninth overall pick—their highest selection since 2019—along with an extra first-round pick at 26th overall, earned in part thanks to Drake Baldwin winning Rookie of the Year. Battery Power will provide wall-to-wall draft coverage over the next two days, and we’ll be tracking every selection from day one. This article will be updated as each pick is announced, so follow along, enjoy, and join us in the comments for discussion.
Tampa Bay Rays – Shortstop Grady Emerson, Fort Worth Christian High School (TX).
Athletics – Outfielder Drew Burress, Georgia Tech.
Atlanta Braves – Outfielder AJ Gracia, University of Virginia. The Braves are once again expected to allocate their money carefully in this draft, dipping slightly down the consensus boards to select a premier hitter with the upside to handle middle-infield duties at the next level. Gracia joins a system that is replenishing its position-player depth. For more insights, check Battery Power’s draft expert Matt Powers in our main Braves prospects post here: https://www.batterypower.com/atlanta-braves-prospects/135309/braves-select-aj-gracia-with-9th-pick-in-2026-mlb-draft
Miami Marlins – Shortstop Jacob Lombard, Gulliver Prep High School (FL).
Texas Rangers – Left-handed pitcher Gio Rojas, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (FL).
26. Atlanta Braves – Outfielder Carter Beck, Indiana State.
27. New York Mets – Right-handed pitcher Carson Wiggins, University of Arkansas.
28. Houston Astros – Right-handed pitcher Jack Radel, University of Notre Dame.
29. San Francisco Giants – Left-handed pitcher Carson Bolemon, Southside Christian High School (SC).
30. Kansas City Royals – Right-handed pitcher Taylor Rabe, University of Mississippi.
31. Arizona Diamondbacks – Right-handed pitcher Blake Bryant, Citizens Christian High School (GA).
32. St. Louis Cardinals – Right-handed pitcher Tegan Kuhns, University of Tennessee.
33. Tampa Bay Rays – Shortstop Taj Marchand, James Island High School (SC).
34. Pittsburgh Pirates – Shortstop Landon Thome, Nazareth Academy High School (IL).
35. New York Yankees – Left-handed pitcher Hunter Dietz, University of Arkansas.
36. Philadelphia Phillies – Shortstop Tyler Spangler, De La Salle High School (CA).
37. Colorado Rockies – Catcher Daniel Jackson, University of Georgia.
38. Colorado Rockies – Right-handed pitcher Logan Reddemann, UCLA.
39. Toronto Blue Jays – Left-handed pitcher Cole Carlon, Arizona State.
40. Los Angeles Dodgers – Shortstop Bo Lowrance, Christ Church Episcopal High School (SC).
41. Chicago White Sox.
42. Washington Nationals.
43. Minnesota Twins.
44. Pittsburgh Pirates.
45. Los Angeles Angels.
46. Baltimore Orioles.
47. Oakland Athletics.
48. Atlanta Braves.
49. Tampa Bay Rays.
50. St. Louis Cardinals.
51. Pittsburgh Pirates.
52. Miami Marlins.
53. Arizona Diamondbacks.
54. Texas Rangers.
55. San Francisco Giants.
56. Kansas City Royals.
57. Houston Astros.
58. Cincinnati Reds.
59. Cleveland Guardians.
60. San Diego Padres.
61. Detroit Tigers.
62. Chicago Cubs.
63. New York Yankees.
64. Philadelphia Phillies.
65. Seattle Mariners.
66. Milwaukee Brewers.
67. Boston Red Sox.
68. St. Louis Cardinals.
69. Detroit Tigers.
70. Cincinnati (CIN) for better SEO.
Notes: The Braves are again prioritizing a balanced approach—targeting elite talent while applying strategic financial discipline. The draft coverage will extend beyond the ninth pick, with ongoing updates and expert commentary as selections are announced. Stay tuned for live updates, expert breakdowns, and community discussion as the 2026 MLB Draft unfolds in Philadelphia and across the league.