Cody Boshell, a highly touted recruit from Tennessee, has agreed to a $750,000 contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks after being chosen in the 11th round of the 2026 MLB Draft.
The agreement represents a sizable payout for a late‑round selection, positioning Boshell as the 124th overall prospect nationally, the fifth‑best first baseman, and the 16th‑best player in Florida according to Perfect Game.
Tennessee’s Draft Momentum
The Volunteers continued a six‑year streak of drafting at least six players, adding six more names this year and bringing the total to 51 draftees this decade and 58 since Josh Elander assumed leadership in 2018. Since 2019, 45 Vols have been selected in the first ten rounds, and this year’s class also includes five high‑school signees and two transfer commits.
Among the notable decisions, South Carolina transfer left‑hander Jake McCoy and Wright State transfer center fielder Andrew Duncan opted not to sign with their respective organizations, choosing instead to remain with Tennessee for the 2027 season.
The draft class underscores the program’s ability to produce talent that attracts substantial compensation, even from later rounds, and signals continued growth for the Volunteers’ player development pipeline.