What happened: The St. Louis Cardinals selected outfielder Kollin Ritchie with the 594th overall pick, their 20th-round selection, in the 2026 MLB Draft. Ritchie was one of several late-round adds for St. Louis on the draft's final day.
Why it matters: Ritchie entered the draft rated No. 84 on the Top 250 Draft prospects list, making him strong value for a 20th-round selection. The pick adds another outfield arm to a Cardinals farm system that has been stacked with multiple selections throughout the day.
By the numbers: Ritchie was ranked No. 84 on the Top 250 Draft prospects list heading into Sunday's selections.
What to watch: St. Louis continues filling out its draft class as the 2026 MLB Draft wraps up.