Tennessee Sees Six Players Selected in MLB Draft

The 2026 MLB Draft is now in the books, and the University of Tennessee saw six of its players selected by major league clubs. This marks another successful draft for the Volunteers' program, continuing a trend of developing talent ready for the professional ranks.

Among the drafted Volunteers was Tegan Kuhns, who was selected at pick number 32 by the St. Louis Cardinals, according to CB-A's rankings. The draft spanned two days, providing a platform for numerous collegiate athletes to begin their professional careers.

While this year's draft class didn't feature the same surge of Tennessee players as in 2024 or 2025, the selection of six individuals underscores the sustained quality of the program. A more detailed look at each player's selection and destination will reveal the specific teams investing in Tennessee's talent pool.