Cincinnati Reds Pick SS Justin Lebron from Alabama with First Pick in 2026 MLB Draft

The Cincinnati Reds selected Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron with the No. 18 overall pick in the first round of the 2026 MLB Draft. Was it the right pick for Cincinnati? Nick Kirby and Craig Sandlin are joined by special guest Logan Boyle for a full breakdown of the Reds' first-round selection. The crew grades the Justin Lebron pick, analyzes his biggest strengths and weaknesses, and discusses how the talented shortstop fits into the Cincinnati Reds farm system. They also look at other MLB Draft prospects the Reds could have selected with the 18th overall pick, debate the value of Cincinnati's selection and share what Reds fans should expect from Lebron as he begins his professional baseball career. Everything you need to know about Justin Lebron and the Cincinnati Reds' first-round pick in the 2026 MLB Draft.