Chicago Cubs Draft Ole Miss Righty Cade Townsend with Their First Round Pick
The Chicago Cubs have selected Ole Miss pitcher Cade Townsend in the first round of the 2026 MLB Draft.
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Townsend was selected 23rd overall. Coverage from Yahoo Sports, Ole Miss Athletics, Chicago Sun-Times, MLB.com, and Bleacher Nation highlights the selection.
Reports emphasize Townsend's elite spin and his status as a top prospect. The next steps for Townsend will involve negotiations with the Cubs and his integration into the team's minor league system.
Coverage does not yet specify the terms of his contract or his immediate plans.
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Quick answers
Who did the Chicago Cubs draft with their first-round pick?
The Chicago Cubs drafted Cade Townsend, a right-handed pitcher from Ole Miss.
What is notable about Cade Townsend?
Townsend is known for his elite spin, which has made him a highly regarded prospect in the 2026 MLB Draft.
What is the next step for Cade Townsend?
Townsend will enter negotiations with the Cubs and is expected to join the team's minor league system.
Coverage (6)
- Cade Townsend and Taylor Rabe become highest MLB Draft Picks in program history Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- Cade Townsend on being 23rd overall pick in the draft Yahoo Sports · 7h ago
- Townsend and Rabe Selected In First Round of 2026 MLB Draft Ole Miss Athletics · 7h ago
- Cubs take Ole Miss pitcher Cade Townsend with 23rd overall pick Chicago Sun-Times · 7h ago
- Cubs grab RHP Townsend and his elite spin with 23rd overall pick MLB.com · 7h ago
- Chicago Cubs Draft Ole Miss Righty Cade Townsend with Their First Round Pick Bleacher Nation · 7h ago
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