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The Chicago Cubs chose right‑handed pitcher Dylan Blomker, an LSU signee from New Mexico, with the 159th overall pick in the 2026 MLB draft, a slot value of $441,300, and he is expected to sign and abandon his college commitment.
The Chicago Cubs selected Dylan Blomker, a highly touted but unranked pitcher from New Mexico, in the fifth round of the MLB draft, a move that could reshape their pitching depth.
Three LSU players were drafted on the second day, joining earlier picks as teams bolster their rosters with college prospects.
Day two of the MLB Draft saw several LSU standouts selected, highlighting the Tigers' deep talent pool.
LSU’s star outfielder Derek Curiel was chosen fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB draft, concluding a two‑year stint that produced a championship ring, freshman‑of‑the‑year honors and a string of record‑setting performances.
The Pittsburgh Pirates opened the 2026 MLB draft with a flurry of selections, tapping LSU’s Derek Curiel as their fifth‑overall pick and adding high‑school standouts Aiden Ruiz and Andruw Giles among their early choices.
Derek Curiel, the LSU standout known for his adaptability and bat, was chosen fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB Draft, marking the fourth consecutive top‑five pick for the program.
Deven Sheerin, a former LSU baseball reliever, was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the fourth round of the 2026 MLB Draft after a standout college career marked by record‑setting strikeouts, a torn ACL, and a fastball that reaches 100 mph.
Three LSU players were drafted on the opening day, highlighting the program's sustained excellence and future prospects.
The first day of the 2026 MLB Draft saw Derek Curiel, Jake Brown and Deven Sheerin selected, while Coleton Brady chose to remain at LSU.
Deven Sheerin, a 20‑year‑old LSU pitcher, was selected 128th overall by the Philadelphia Phillies, joining a wave of Tigers talent heading to the majors.
After a standout sophomore year at Louisiana State, Deven Sheerin was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2026 MLB Draft, capping a journey marked by a conference rookie award, a knee injury and a fastball that now hits the upper 90s.
The Seattle Mariners drafted LSU outfielder Jake Brown with the 65th pick, rewarding a three‑year career that blended national‑championship glory with a $1.38 million slot value.
LSU junior outfielder Jake Brown was selected 59th overall by the Seattle Mariners, capping a season that saw him lead the Tigers with 16 home runs before a right‑hand fracture ended his campaign.
The Pittsburgh Pirates made a splash in the 2026 MLB draft, selecting LSU outfielder Derek Curiel fifth overall, high school shortstop Aiden Ruiz 44th, and Auburn second baseman Chris Rembert 51st, underscoring a strategy that blends elite upside with polished collegiate bats.
The 2026 MLB draft began Saturday at 1:30 p.m. ET, with the Chicago White Sox selecting Roch Cholowsky first overall, followed by a cascade of high‑profile picks.
Derek Curiel was chosen fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB Draft, continuing the team's tradition of investing in LSU talent after the rise of Paul Skenes.
With the first four rounds of the MLB Draft set to begin Saturday at noon Central, LSU’s Derek Curiel is projected as a top‑15 pick, drawing attention from leading analysts and major league clubs.
The Pittsburgh Pirates selected LSU outfielder Derek Curiel with the fifth overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, a move that underscores the club’s focus on adding polished college talent.
Derek Curiel, the LSU sophomore who has been a standout in college baseball for two seasons, was selected fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB Draft, earning a projected slot value of $8.34 million. His impressive collegiate stats, ongoing discussions about a potential return to LSU, and statements of loyalty to coach Jay Johnson have made his draft journey a focal point of the baseball world.
LSU sophomore outfielder Derek Curiel was chosen fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB Draft, earning a $8.34 million slot value while confirming his intention to stay with the Tigers and coach Jay Johnson
The latest mock draft reveals a crowded field of prospects, with clubs weighing college and high‑school talent, bonus pool implications, and the ripple effects of recent trades and injuries on their decisions.
The 2026 MLB Draft will begin at noon CT on Saturday, with Curiel expected to be chosen in the first round by either the Nationals or the Diamondbacks.
Four LSU Tigers were recognized by the Louisiana Sportswriters Association for their standout 2026 seasons, highlighting both offensive firepower and defensive excellence.