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The 2026 MLB Draft is underway today, and the Cincinnati Reds have already made several notable selections on Day 1. Here are the Reds' top picks so far: Round Overall Pick Player Position School 1 No. 18 Justin Lebron Shortstop University of Alabama 2 No. 58 Eric Becker Shortstop University of Virginia Competitive Balance B No. 70 Mulivai Levu First baseman UCLA 4 No. 122 Ethan Norby Left-handed pitcher East Carolina University These selections have a clear theme: Justin Lebron (No. 18) is considered one of the best all-around college position players in the draft. Scouts praise his combination of power, speed, defense, and arm strength, giving him the potential to remain at shortstop as a professional. Eric Becker is another polished college shortstop known for his defensive reliability and on-base skills, adding depth to an already strong Reds middle-infield pipeline. Mulivai Levu brings left-handed power after a productive career at UCLA. Ethan Norby is a strike-throwing left-hander who could move through the minor leagues relatively quickly. Overall, Cincinnati appears to be emphasizing up-the-middle athleticism and advanced college talent rather than taking high-risk high school prospects early. The additions of Lebron and Becker strengthen an already impressive collection of young infielders in the organization. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.