MLB · Amateur Draft · 2026
MLB Draft 2026 Date
First round · Mid-July 2026 (TBA) · ESPN
Event
2026 MLB First-Year Player Draft
Expected Dates
Mid-July 2026 (TBA)
TV
ESPN / MLB Network
Rounds
20 rounds (current format)
The MLB Draft 2026 assigns amateur players to all 30 clubs. Fans track the draft date, first-round order, and top prospects on ESPN. SportBusy updates when MLB confirms the schedule.
Event Details
Event
2026 MLB First-Year Player Draft
Expected Dates
Mid-July 2026 (TBA)
TV
ESPN / MLB Network
Rounds
20 rounds (current format)
Order
Reverse MLB standings + competitive balance picks
Coverage
Pick-by-pick on broadcast & MLB.com
FAQ
When is the MLB Draft 2026?
Traditionally mid-July during All-Star break. MLB announces exact dates in the spring.
How to watch MLB Draft 2026?
ESPN and MLB Network have carried recent drafts with streaming on ESPN+ and MLB.TV.
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