2026 MLB Draft: Mississippi’s Rising Stars | Jackson News

The 2026 MLB Draft in Philly is loaded with Mississippi stars, including speedster E.J. Booth Jr. (dad was drafted too), injury-hit Ace Reese, Gatorade-winning Cole Prosek, and elite Ole Miss arms Cade Townsend and Taylor Rabe—both with 100+ mph fastballs and first-round buzz. Also watch Kolby Stringer’s insane strikeout totals and raw Kevin Roberts Jr., committed to Florida. Draft kicks off at noon CT—White Sox hold 1 pick. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/462e67fcd706010a