The 2026 MLB draft prioritizes raw tools over polish, with high-upside players like Eric Booth Jr. and Jacob Lombard rising. Teams now emphasize development potential, shifting from traditional college performers to projectable athletes. This trend impacts draft rankings and later-round strategies.
2026 MLB Draft Shifts Focus to Raw Tools Over Polish
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