What happened: The Baltimore Orioles selected outfielder Eric Booth Jr. out of Oak Grove High School (MS) with the No. 7 overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Booth becomes the headline addition to Baltimore's draft class as the club adds a prep bat to the system.
Why it matters: Baltimore's front office has been evaluating outfield depth ahead of the trade deadline, and Booth adds a left-side prep bat at the position. The Orioles are 44-51 this season, on a two-game win streak entering the weekend series against Kansas City.
By the numbers: No. Baltimore is 44-51 this season, averaging 4.6 runs scored and 4.9 allowed per game, on a two-game win streak entering the weekend.
What to watch: Booth joins Baltimore's farm system as the draft continues and the Orioles turn to their weekend series against Kansas City.