Dodgers 2026 MLB Draft Picks Overview

First‑Round Staple: Bo Lowrance

The Dodgers began their 2026 MLB Draft with high‑school shortstop/third baseman Bo Lowrance, selected 40th overall. At 18 years old, Lowrance bats left‑handed and throws right‑handed, coming to Los Angeles from Christ Church Episcopal High School in South Carolina. His recommended slot value sits at $2,504,200, reflecting the premium placed on his defensive versatility and hitting potential. Lowrance represents the first of 16 total selections the team will make across 20 rounds.

Free‑Agent Moves Shape the Bonus Pool

In the previous offseason, the Dodgers signed ace reliever Edwin Díaz and power hitter Kyle Tucker as free agents. Those acquisitions forced the club to forfeit draft picks in the second, third, fifth, and sixth rounds, trimming their available selections to 16. As a result, the Dodgers’ total bonus pool—just over $3.95 million—is considerably lower than in years past. The bonus pool is calculated from the recommended slot values of the first ten rounds, plus any signing bonuses above $150,000 for later‑round picks and undrafted free agents.

Mid‑Round talent Acquisitions

The Dodgers continued adding depth after the first round with a mix of collegiate and high‑school talent. They selected Russell Sandefer (RHP, Florida) in the fourth round for $575,300, followed by left‑handed pitchers Charlie West (Connecticut, $260,300) and Miles Gosztola (Oregon, $218,500) in rounds seven and eight. Kentucky‑generated outfielder Kyeler Thompson (Texas Tech) debuted in round nine with a $201,700 slot, while Oregon’s Devin Bell (RHP) rounded out the tenth round at $191,900. Later selections included Cody New (LHP, Cal Baptist) in round 11 and Gavin Van Kampen (RHP, East Carolina) in round 12, though their slot values were not published.

Full Draft List

• Round 1: Bo Lowrance, 3B/SS, L/R, 18, Christ Church Episcopal HS (SC), Slot $2,504,200
• Round 4: Russell Sandefer, RHP, R, 21, Florida, Slot $575,300
• Round 7: Charlie West, LHP, L, 20, Connecticut, Slot $260,300
• Round 8: Miles Gosztola, LHP, L, 20, Oregon, Slot $218,500
• Round 9: Kyeler Thompson, OF, R/R, 21, Texas Tech, Slot $201,700
• Round 10: Devin Bell, RHP, R, 22, Oregon, Slot $191,900
• Round 11: Cody New, LHP, L, 21, Cal Baptist
• Round 12: Gavin Van Kampen, RHP, R, 21, East Carolina
• Rounds 13‑20: No further selections were listed.

Signing Deadline Approaches

All 2026 draft picks must be signed by Monday, July 27 at 2:00 p.m. PT, or else the contracts revert to the amateur free‑agent pool. The shortened bonus pool means the Dodgers will need to allocate funds strategically across the remaining 14 picks to maximize roster depth. Keeping an eye on the July 27 deadline will be crucial for fans hoping to see these prospects join the red‑lampped club.