​The 2026 MLB draft is shaping up to be somewhat more eventful for the Alabama Crimson Tide than in recent years, coming on the heels of Alabama’s appearance in the College World Series. Over the next two days, Alabama is expected to have roughly five to ten players chosen, reflecting a strong level of talent across the roster. The early name most people expect to hear called is shortstop Justin Lebron, a junior whose potential to become Alabama’s highest-drafted player ever has kept him prominently featured in mock drafts, often positioned among the Top 20 picks throughout the past year.
Beyond Lebron, Alabama’s roster includes several other draft-eligible talents who could hear their names called early in the proceedings. Weekend starters Tyler Fay and Zane Adams figure to draw attention on the mound, while some of the Tide’s best hitters, such as Brady Neal and Bryce Fowler, also stand out as possibilities for professional teams. The potential for multiple selections across different rounds underscores the depth of Alabama’s talent this season.
Live coverage and updates will track every Alabama player selected, detailing the team that takes them and the exact timing of their selection. Fans can follow a comprehensive live blog and broadcast schedule to stay up to date on Alabama’s representation in the 2026 draft.
Day 1, Saturday, July 11, will feature Rounds 1-4, with the following broadcast windows: Picks 1-2: 1-2:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock; Picks 11-40: 2:30-4:30 p.m. ET on MLB Network, MLB.com, MLB.TV, and MLB+; and Picks 41-135: 4:30-7:45 p.m. ET on MLB.com, MLB.TV, and MLB+. Day 2, Sunday, July 12, will wrap the event with Rounds 5-20 continuing from 11:30 a.m. ET to 7:30 p.m. ET on MLB.com, MLB.TV, and MLB+.
The 2026 MLB draft is a two-day event held July 11-12 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Saturday covers Rounds 1-4, with Sunday completing Rounds 5-20 and finalizing the selections for the event. This weekend promises to be a pivotal one for Alabama, as the program looks to capitalize on a strong season and showcase the depth of its baseball talent to professional scouts.
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