Alabama’s standout pitcher‑turned‑outfielder Justin Lebron has quickly become the talk of the 2026 baseball conversation, emerging as a top prospect for the upcoming MLB Draft.
Over three collegiate seasons he compiled a .313 batting average, launched 45 home runs and stole 36 bases, while also crossing the plate 172 times, numbers that place him fifth in the Crimson Tide’s record books.
Draft Timeline and Broadcast Details
The draft will commence on Saturday, June 11, at 12 p.m. Central Time, and will be streamed live on MLB.com, giving fans nationwide a chance to follow each selection as it happens.
Scouting services have varied in their rankings, but ESPN’s Kiley McDaniel placed Lebron eighth overall in his final 2026 draft board, while other analysts project a range between the 14th and 16th picks.
Projected Destination
If the projections hold, several clubs could reach for the Alabama product, with the Miami Marlins, Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers among the most frequently mentioned suitors.
Beyond the draft, Lebron’s rise reflects a broader trend of collegiate players who blend power and speed, a combination that continues to reshape how teams evaluate talent in the modern game.