Minnesota Twins MLB Draft Tracker: Live Updates, Picks and Analysis

The 2026 MLB Draft is here, and it is an exciting day for Minnesota Twins fans. The team has the opportunity to add another premium talent to its farm team.

The Twins jumped up to the No. 3 overall pick in the Draft Lottery, so they have the highest first-round selection they have had in years. With the No. 9-ranked farm system by MLB Pipeline, the Twins have a great chance here to really improve.

They are also loaded with more than $9.7 million in bonus pool funds, which should give the team some flexibility through the first 10 rounds.

The Twins have done an excellent job of developing homegrown talent to choose from when needs arise. Walker Jenkins, Emmanuel Rodriguez, and Marek Houston are a few examples of players strengthening this team.

With a top choice in the draft, Minnesota could add a cornerstone piece and also continue to build a pipeline capable of supporting this team’s long-term future.

Follow along below as we track every Twins selection in the 2026 MLB Draft.

The draft starts at 1 p.m. ET and can be found on NBC and Peacock.

Minnesota Twins Draft Pick Tracker

Round 1, Pick No. 3: Vahn Lackey, C, Georgia Tech

Vahn Lackey is known for his versatility. He has patience on offense, and when you pair that with his raw power, he should be able to make the jump to the next level without a big struggle.

He is strong on defense and was known for his play behind the plate well before he experienced an offensive outburst. His arm strength and receiving ability should allow him to be a major league catcher, but should a move be necessary, Lackey has played third base as well.

Round 2, Pick No. 43: Carson Tinney, C, Texas

After taking Vahn Lackey at No.3, the Minnesota Twins doubled down on catching upside by selecting Texas catcher Carson Tinney with the No.43 pick in the 2026 MLB draft.

Unlike Lackey, Tinney's appeal is much more direct. He is a power bat first and foremost. His 70-grade power can have a huge impact on games if it translates against professional pitching.

However, there are holes in his approach. Tinney swings and misses often, which puts pressure on his ability to draw walks and do serious damage when he makes good contact. If he can control the strike zone and avoid chasing too often, strikeouts won't be an issue. If not, the power could come with too much swing-and-miss to fully play.

There is also a defensive question. Tinney does not have much experience at positions besides catcher, which makes his ability behind the plate important. If he sticks at catcher, his offensive upside will be far more valuable. If he has to move, the Twins need to figure out where he slots defensively.

That makes Tinney a high-upside selection with a range of outcomes. The power gives Minnesota a defining skill to build on, but the pick will come down to whether his approach and defense develop enough around it. If both pieces come together, Tinney could become one of the premier players in the Twins' system

Competitive Balance Round B, Pick No. 74: Brett Renfrow, P, Virginia Tech

Round 3, Pick No. 79:

Round 4, Pick No. 107:

How to Watch the MLB Draft

July 11-12 will be full of Major League Baseball coverage. You can tune in starting at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday and at 11:30 a.m. ET on Sunday.’

2026 MLB DRAFT
Day 1: Saturday, July 11 (Rounds 1-4)
• 1:00-2:30 p.m. ET - Preview show + Picks 1-10 (NBC/Peacock)
• 2:30-4:30 p.m. ET - Picks 11-40 (MLB Network, Peacock, MLB.com, MLB.TV, MLB+)
• 4:30-7:45 p.m. ET - Picks 41-135 (Peacock, MLB.com, MLB.TV, MLB+)

Day 2: Sunday, July 12 (Rounds 5-20)
• 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. ET (MLB.com, MLB.TV, MLB+)

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