​Oklahoma looks set to be well represented once again in the MLB Draft, which will take place July 11-12 in Philadelphia just ahead of the 2026 MLB All-State Game. Coming off their victory in the 2026 NCAA Baseball Men’s College World Series, Oklahoma shortstop Jaxon Willits is projected to be the Sooners’ first player selected in this year’s draft.
In the previous draft, Oklahoma produced multiple high-profile picks. Fort Cobb-Broxton’s Eli Willits and Stillwater’s Ethan Holliday both earned top-10 selections, with Willits going No. 1 to the Nationals and Holliday going No. 4 to the Rockies. OU ace Kyson Witherspoon also heard his name called in the first round, going No. 15 to the Boston Red Sox.
As the 2026 draft approaches, fans can follow a number of Oklahoma-connected players who could hear their names called. The field includes talents from both OU and other Oklahoma programs who have made their mark on the national stage. The draft is scheduled for July 11-12 in Philadelphia, with coverage split across several outlets and streaming services.
Details for fans planning to watch:
– Dates: July 11-12
– Time: Noon Central Time on Saturday, 10:30 a.m. CT on Sunday
– Location: Philadelphia
– TV and streaming: NBC and MLB Network will carry the first 10 picks on Saturday, after which coverage shifts to MLB Network. Streaming options include MLB.com, Fubo, and Peacock.
For ongoing updates on every pick and the Oklahoma ties to be announced, readers can track the selections as they unfold with USA Today Sports’ live tracker. Local coverage will come from The Oklahoman, including updates from Colton Sulley, who covers the Oklahoma Sooners. Colton’s reporting and related coverage can be found in The Oklahoman, where he provides in-depth analysis of the Sooner program’s draft prospects and the organization’s journey through the 2026 season.
Additionally, fans can explore related content about OU baseball’s run to the NCAA title, including examinations of how the Sooners will reshape their program for the 2027 season, and what the championship season could mean for recruiting and development moving forward. For readers seeking more context, there are features such as a timeline of the Sooners’ epic 2026 run and recommendations for ordering a copy of “Boom Times: The Oklahoma Sooners’ Epic Charge to the 2026 College World Series Title.”
This article originally appeared with coverage focused on MLB Draft 2026 live tracking for Oklahoma State and Oklahoma, highlighting where OU and OSU talent might land in the upcoming draft. As the event draws closer, expect continued updates, player profiles, and expert analysis as draft boards tighten and teams prepare their selections. If you have a story idea for Colton Sulley or want to reach him with tips or questions, he can be contacted at csulley@oklahoman.com or on X/Twitter at @colton_sulley. Subscriptions to The Oklahoman can support Colton’s reporting and the broader work of Oklahoma journalists by visiting subscribe.oklahoman.com.