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The Atlanta Braves used the 26th pick in the 2026 MLB Draft to select Indiana State outfielder Carter Beck, a move that sparked discussion online about the Braves’ draft strategy and underslot budgeting, with Beck described as athletic with tools and developing power who could bolster the Braves’ future outfield depth.
The Braves opened the 2026 MLB Draft by drafting ninth overall AJ Gracia on underslot terms to maximize bonus pool savings, then added toolsy outfielder Carter Beck via a Prospect Promotion Incentive, before going big with high-upside overslot prep pitchers Kaiden McCarthy and Jensen Hirschkorn and adding Cole Dennis in the fourth round, a plan that spreads money across the draft to bolster both floor and ceiling and strengthen pitching depth for the farm system.
The Atlanta Braves selected Indiana State outfielder Carter Beck with the 26th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Beck is a toolsy, left-handed hitter from Saskatchewan who showed strong college numbers and elite speed, with potential to develop into a center fielder or left fielder as his hit tool and power continue to progress.