​The New York Yankees selected Florida outfielder Blake Cyr with the 548th overall pick in the 18th round of the 2026 MLB draft. Teams in the later rounds each receive $150,000 that does not count against the signing bonus pool, which means Cyr’s projected value aligns with a potential pro signing at that amount. As a senior, Cyr faced limited leverage in negotiations and could realistically accept a deal at the slot value. He becomes the 237th Gator drafted in program history and the 122nd selection under Florida coach Kevin O’Sullivan. With Cyr’s selection, Florida has produced six or more draft picks in three of the last four seasons, and in 14 of 18 drafts since 2009.
Cyr spent the past two years in Gainesville after transferring from the University of Miami. His junior year in Gainesville was modest by his standards, posting a .254 batting average, a .358 on-base percentage, and a .429 slugging percentage for a .788 OPS, along with nine home runs and 34 RBIs. The season was emotionally challenging as Cyr endured the loss of his father, a personal tragedy that weighed heavily on him in the dugout. He used that hardship as motivation in 2026, frequently expressing gratitude to head coach Kevin O’Sullivan and his teammates for supporting him through the tough period. That resilience translated into one of Florida’s most productive bats in 2026.
As a senior, Cyr enjoyed a breakout campaign, slashing .316/.398/.591 for a .988 OPS, with 14 home runs and 58 RBIs over 255 plate appearances. His strikeout rate dipped below 20 percent for the first time in his college career, and his 2026 power output marked his strongest season since bursting onto the scene as a freshman with Miami. His performance earned him a 2026 ABCA/Rawlings Second Team Southeast All-Region nod, recognizing his contribution as a top hitter in the region.
Prior to his Florida tenure, Cyr put up strong numbers with Miami, batting .298/.418/.593 across 295 at-bats in 85 games, with 34 homers, 15 doubles, and 84 RBIs. He was a consensus 2023 Freshman All-American and earned All-ACC Freshman Team honors. His sophomore season was cut short due to a thumb injury, which briefly interrupted his trajectory. He began his collegiate career as a second baseman before transitioning to the outfield after the injury. At Florida, he assumed the role of everyday left fielder for most of two seasons, establishing himself as a steady presence in the lineup.
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