MLB Draft 2026 top 100 prospects: Roch Cholowsky, Vahn Lackey hold steady at the top
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The draft class began with high expectations, but the top tier of high school pitchers has underperformed, and there is a lack of depth among college arms.
- Despite this, there remains significant value for teams selecting between picks 20-50, especially given the overall depth in high school pitching prospects.
- The ranking presented is based on in-person evaluations, video analysis, data, and extensive conversations with MLB scouts and executives, without considering players' signability or bonus demands.
- The list will be updated as the draft approaches, reflecting ongoing player performances and additional workouts or summer league participation.
- Scouting grades used in the ranking follow the traditional 20-80 scale.