Guardians Fail To Sign Second-Rounder Logan Schmidt
The Cleveland Guardians failed to sign second-round draft pick Logan Schmidt as the MLB signing deadline passed.
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The brief
Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak are the only two players selected in the first 10 rounds of the 2026 MLB Draft who did not sign with their respective teams by the deadline. Coverage from The New York Times, ESPN, and MLB.com emphasizes that this represents a rarity for top-round picks.
MLB Trade Rumors specifically highlights the Guardians' inability to secure Schmidt, while Yahoo Sports reports that Schmidt is passing on professional baseball for the time being. Future developments will depend on whether Schmidt eventually pursues professional baseball, as coverage indicates his decision to pass is current.
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Quick answers
Who were the players in the top 10 rounds who didn't sign?
Logan Schmidt and Aidan Knaak.
Which team drafted Logan Schmidt?
The Guardians.
How many players in the first 10 rounds failed to sign by the deadline?
Two players.
Coverage (5)
- Logan Schmidt, Aidan Knaak only MLB Draft picks in top 10 rounds not to sign by deadline The New York Times · 2h ago
- Logan Schmidt to pass on professional baseball… for now Yahoo Sports · 2h ago
- Drafted pitchers Logan Schmidt, Aidan Knaak don't sign with teams ESPN · 2h ago
- Only 2 players in first 10 rounds of 2026 Draft didn't sign by deadline MLB.com · 2h ago
- Guardians Fail To Sign Second-Rounder Logan Schmidt MLB Trade Rumors · 2h ago
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