
From Backyard Drills to the MLB Draft
A Mississippi prodigy turns humble beginnings into a multimillion‑dollar contract with the Baltimore Orioles, earning accolades and a bright future.
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A Mississippi prodigy turns humble beginnings into a multimillion‑dollar contract with the Baltimore Orioles, earning accolades and a bright future.
Eric Booth Jr., the 18‑year‑old son of a former Southern Miss star, was drafted seventh overall by the Baltimore Orioles, bringing a legacy of athletic excellence to a franchise eager for fresh talent.

With the fourth overall selection and an additional 29th pick, the San Francisco Giants are poised to reinforce a farm system that already sits among the league’s top ten, leveraging a $17.35 million bonus pool and a focus on the best available player.

The San Francisco Giants hold the fourth and 29th picks in the 2026 MLB draft, backed by a $17.35 million bonus pool, and are poised to choose the best player available while leveraging local talent.