The Chicago White Sox strengthened their draft position by selecting Vanderbilt infielder Braden Holcomb, the No. 226 MLB prospect, with the 345th pick in the 2026 MLB draft. Holcomb, a draft-eligible junior with five-position experience and a football background, has potential but comes with concerns over his contact issues and defensive consistency. Despite striking out 63 times in 2026, he could develop into a power hitter with 30-homer potential. The White Sox aim to refine his swing and solidify his defensive role as he progresses, likely starting in Kannapolis later this summer.
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