Landon Thiel Goes Undrafted in 2026 MLB Draft
Despite a standout high school career and a top‑100 ranking, pitcher Landon Thiel was not selected in the 2026 MLB Draft. He now looks ahead to recovery and college baseball at Ohio State.
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Despite a standout high school career and a top‑100 ranking, pitcher Landon Thiel was not selected in the 2026 MLB Draft. He now looks ahead to recovery and college baseball at Ohio State.

After being drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft, Ethan Surowiec announced he will stay with the University of Florida, citing three years of eligibility and a desire to build on his Northwoods League MVP performance.

The 2026 MLB Draft in Philadelphia showcased the rise of West Virginia University players, from Montesa’s 72nd‑overall pick to Casteel’s high school dominance, highlighting both achievement and the looming decision on collegiate eligibility.

The 2026 MLB Draft brought a quartet of Mississippi State standouts into the professional ranks, highlighting the program's continued pipeline of talent.
Vanderbilt expects at least five top‑100 prospects to join the program, while key undrafted players consider returning for another season.

Two UNCW standouts were selected on the second day of the MLB Draft, highlighting the program’s continued pipeline to the majors.

Despite slipping out of the 2026 MLB Draft, Gavin Gallaher will stay with the North Carolina Tar Heels, bringing back a top‑250 talent and boosting the team’s championship hopes.
After a breakout season at Florida, infielder Ethan Surowiec announced he will use his remaining eligibility to return for another year, citing his draft experience and future goals.

Junior right‑hander Sam George was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 19th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a three‑year collegiate career that includes a 7‑3 record, 3.53 ERA and 63 strikeouts.
After a breakout season that saw him bat .317 with 14 doubles and 12 homers, Ethan Surowiec confirmed he will use his remaining eligibility to play another year for the Florida Gators.

Jack Dugan, a highly ranked high school shortstop, decided to play for the University of Tennessee, turning down the MLB Draft and joining a Volunteers team that just completed a breakout season.

Two senior players from the University of California were selected on the second day of the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing a program’s strong tradition of producing professional talent.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw former USC Upstate pitchers Amp Phillips and Chris Torres selected by the Tampa Bay Rays and Seattle Mariners, capping a season that included a Big South regular‑season title and an NCAA Tournament win.

Two North Carolina standouts hear their names called on day two, tying a franchise record and underscoring a coaching legacy that has produced 27 draft picks.

Parker Dillhoff, a right‑handed pitcher from Ohio, was selected in the 18th round of the 2026 MLB Draft by the Cleveland Guardians, capping a college career that included a district title at Lebanon High School and a 94‑strikeout season at UNLV.

Science communicator Bill Nye presented custom All‑Star jerseys to Washington Nationals prospects James Wood, CJ Abrams and Foster Griffin before their matchup against the New York Yankees.

On July 12, 2026, the San Francisco Giants edged the Colorado Rockies in a tightly contested game, highlighted by a pivotal double play that sparked visible excitement from key infielders.

Wichita State’s baseball program celebrated a draft milestone as three of its top seniors were chosen by MLB teams, continuing a streak of consecutive selections that spans nearly five decades.

The 2026 MLB Draft saw former LSU right‑hander Grant Fontenot selected in the tenth round by the Kansas City Royals, joining three other Tigers who were also drafted.

Former Iowa baseball infielder Kooper Schulte was chosen by the New York Mets in the 20th round of the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a collegiate career that included strong offensive numbers and solid defensive work.

On the last day of the 2026 MLB Draft, Kansas right‑hander Mathis Nayral and utility player Brady Ballinger were chosen, capping a season that delivered three conference titles and a program‑tying 45 wins.
The Bison Baseball Club opened its season at Cadwell Park on July 11, 2026, dropping a 9‑8 decision to the Oahe Zap after Emmanuel Ealey’s ninth‑inning home run.
Four‑star quarterback Matt Ponatoski was drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the 18th round of the 2026 MLB draft and now faces a July 27 deadline to sign, a choice that could affect both the Reds’ bonus pool and the University of Kentucky’s football backup plans.
The 2026 MLB Draft saw six Tennessee players drafted, highlighted by first‑round pitcher Tegan Kuhns and late‑round picks Jake McCoy and Andrew Duncan, while prospects such as Henry Ford and Bo Rhuby signed with major‑league clubs.