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Braves sign 11 of first 12 Draft picks by using slot money wisely

The Atlanta Braves have secured 11 of their first 12 2026 MLB Draft picks, highlighted by a record-setting deal for pitcher Jensen Hirschkorn.

By · Published July 18, 2026  08:46 UTC · Updated July 18, 2026  11:36 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: The Atlanta Braves have secured 11 of their first 12 2026 MLB Draft picks, highlighted by a record-setting deal for pitcher Jensen Hirschkorn.
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The Atlanta Braves have finalized contracts with 11 of their first 12 picks from the 2026 Draft. This sequence includes the signing of high school pitcher Jensen Hirschkorn, a third-round selection from Kingsburg, California.

Coverage from MLB.com, Sports Illustrated, Yahoo Sports, ABC30 Fresno, and kmph.com highlights the team’s strategic use of slot money to facilitate these early signings. Reports specify that Hirschkorn signed a $3.9 million deal, opting to join the Braves organization over attending LSU.

Hirschkorn is scheduled to depart for Florida as part of the transition. Observers are tracking the remaining unsigned draft picks as the organization works to finalize its 2026 roster selections.

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How many of the Braves' early draft picks have signed?

The Braves have signed 11 of their first 12 draft picks.

Who is Jensen Hirschkorn?

Hirschkorn is a 6-foot-7 high school pitcher from Kingsburg, California, who was selected in the third round of the 2026 Draft.

What is the value of Hirschkorn's contract?

According to coverage, Hirschkorn signed a $3.9 million deal.

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