Cardinals Draft Rocco Maniscalco, Weighing College or Pro Path
The St. Louis Cardinals selected high school shortstop Rocco Maniscalco with the 50th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, assigning him a slot value of $1.98 million. The decision pits family legacy, a viral defensive showcase and a promising but unfinished hitting tool against a committed college scholarship at Mississippi State.
Jul 11, 2026