Reds Draft UCLA First Baseman Mulivai Levu
The Cincinnati Reds utilized their 70th overall selection in the 2026 MLB Draft to pick UCLA first baseman Mulivai Levu. This move followed the team's earlier decisions to draft two college shortstops with their initial picks in the draft.
After focusing on collegiate shortstops with their first two selections in the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft, the Cincinnati Reds pivoted to bolster their lineup with power by choosing UCLA first baseman Mulivai Levu. The Reds made Levu their 70th overall pick, adding a different positional profile to their early draft haul.
Levu, a prominent player for the UCLA Bruins, represents a significant addition to the Reds' farm system. His selection suggests the organization is looking to diversify the skill sets within their drafted talent pool, moving from middle infield prospects to a corner infield bat with potential offensive impact.
The Reds' draft strategy shows a clear intent to balance positional needs, but prioritizing a corner infielder over other potential needs at pick 70 could be a gamble.
