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Grady Emerson, a former Argyle High School star now at Fort Worth Christian, is a semifinalist for the Golden Spikes Award and the leading candidate for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft.
Dylan Volantis leads the SEC with a 2.13 ERA, while Aiden Robbins tops the conference in slugging and home runs. Both are among the finalists for the Golden Spikes Award, as is Texas A&M’s Gavin Grahovac and Caden Sorrell. High school star Grady Emerson, projected as the No. 2 pick in the 2026 MLB draft, could command a $10 million signing bonus. Texas prepares for a key series against Missouri, with Volantis slated to start on the mound.
USA Baseball announced the 25 semifinalists for the 2026 Golden Spikes Award, highlighting school representation, repeat honorees, and the role of fan voting in the upcoming ceremony.