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Five Florida Gulf Coast Eagles baseball players have been drafted in the 2026 MLB Draft and signed professional contracts totaling close to $2 million, highlighting a historic draft class for the program.
The 2026 MLB Draft revealed evolving front‑office philosophies, bold moves by traditional powerhouses, and the growing impact of the NIL era on player availability.
Kaiden McCarthy, a highly ranked right-handed pitcher from Vermont, inked a $2.5 million bonus with the Atlanta Braves after being selected in the second round of the 2026 MLB Draft.
Damian Ruiz signs a $147,500 deal with the Cincinnati Reds after a standout college season, joining a group of Arkansas draftees heading to the majors.
After being selected in the ninth round of the MLB Draft, Damian Ruiz agreed to a signing bonus below the slot value, becoming the third Arkansas player to turn professional this year.
Draft‑eligible sophomore Tegan Kuhns signs a four‑year, $3,044,600 agreement with the St. Louis Cardinals, capping a season that saw him dominate the SEC and earn national recognition.
The Miami Marlins have sealed agreements with two of their highest‑rated 2026 draft selections at below‑slot values, preserving roughly $740,000 in bonus pool allocations.
Trey Beard, a right‑handed pitcher who capped his college career at Florida State, has agreed to a $496,400 contract with the Miami Marlins, the team announced on Tuesday. The deal comes after the Marlins selected Beard with the 147th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, a sixth‑round selection that underscores the club’s confidence in his upside.
The San Francisco Giants selected Peyton Bonds in the 2026 MLB draft, a move that ties the franchise to baseball’s most famous family. With limited power numbers but elite physical tools, the gamble hinges on Barry Bonds’ mentorship and the team’s long‑term vision.
The Detroit Tigers selected Florida Gulf Coast’s Evan Dempsey with the 69th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a collegiate career marked by back‑to‑back John Olerud awards and elite two‑way performance.
A look at the 75-player draft assembled by Baseball America’s editorial team, highlighting key selections such as Roch Cholowsky by the White Sox and Vahn Lackey by the Rays, and what they signal for the next generation of MLB talent.
With the 2026 MLB Draft set for July 11 in Philadelphia, the Kansas City Royals must decide whether to select outfielder Drew Burress from Georgia Tech, a talent whose rising profile comes with both promise and questions about durability and swing mechanics.
The April release of Baseball America's 2026 draft rankings expands to 400 players, highlighting Arkansas' nine selections, LSU's SEC-leading 15 commitments, and a host of high school standouts.