Four members of the University of Virginia’s baseball squad have earned invitations to the 2026 MLB Draft Combine, set to take place in Phoenix, Arizona, later this year.
A Milestone for the Cavaliers
The selections mark a rare concentration of talent from the Charlottesville program, highlighting the impact of the team’s recent development pipeline.
AJ Gracia, a top‑17 prospect nationally, enters the event after a breakout season in which he batted .354 with a 1.121 OPS, launching 14 home runs and driving in 48 runs.
Eric Becker, ranked #26, posted a .317 average and a .961 OPS, adding seven homers and 42 RBIs during the 2026 campaign.
Joe Tiroly, the team’s #144 prospect, contributed a team‑high 16 homers and 66 RBIs while maintaining a .319 average and a .981 OPS.
Kyle Johnson, listed at #148, showed modest contributions both on the mound and at the plate, reflecting a versatile but less statistically dominant profile.
The combine will bring together 335 aspiring draftees — 195 from college and 140 from high school — providing a comprehensive showcase for scouts.
Historical data from the previous year indicates that 256 of the 309 participants were eventually selected in the MLB Draft, underscoring the event’s role as a gateway to professional contracts.
Broadcast and Streaming Details
MLB Network will provide live coverage beginning at noon Eastern Time on Tuesday, with the Wednesday workout sessions streamed across MLB’s digital platforms, ensuring fans can follow the action in real time.