The 2026 MLB Draft Lottery did not go in the Miami Marlins’ favor. For the second consecutive year, they were leapfrogged by multiple teams that finished ahead of them in the standings. Miami was projected to get the ninth pick in the first round. However, they fell five spots and are locked in at pick #14. Not only will have they have to wait longer to get access to amateur talent, but their overall bonus pool is smaller than it would’ve been otherwise, which will limit their flexibility in later rounds.

The Marlins have had some success with the 14th overall pick. Drafting from the same position in 2011, they selected two-time All-Star and NL Rookie of the Year right-handed pitcher José Fernández.

With the 2026 draft still seven months away, here are six prospects who could be an option for the Marlins with the 14th pick.

 

1. Tyler Spangler, SS, De La Salle HS (CA)

Stanford commit Tyler Spangler looks to be the next top California high school product to be taken in the top of the first round.

Spangler looks to have plus power potential, with the chance for plus-plus as he matures. He does a great job of hitting pull-side and getting backspin on the ball. He combines this power with an above-average hit tool for his age and the ability to play shortstop. The 6’3” left-handed hitter will be 18 on draft night.

 

 2. Chris Hacopian, SS, Texas A&M

One of the top hitters available in the 2026 MLB Draft is Texas A&M infielder Chris Hacopian. The 6’1”, 200-pound infielder spent his first two seasons at the University of Maryland before entering the Transfer Portal last offseason.

During the 2025 season, Hacopian slashed .375/.502/.656 with 72 hits, twelve doubles, fourteen home runs, 61 RBIs, 40 walks, and a 1.158 OPS. Hacopian is the 14th-ranked draft prospect on Baseball America and the 16th-ranked draft prospect on MLB Pipeline.

At the plate, Hacopian might be the best pure hitter in the draft not named Roch Cholowsky. He has an excellent feel for the strike zone and rarely chases out of the zone. He consistently makes loud contact and possesses above-average power. Hacopian projects to play third base at the next level.

 

3. Brady Harris, OF, Trinity Christian HS (FL)

Going back multiple years, Brady Harris has been a highly regarded piece of the 2026 draft class.

With the stick, Harris has a natural swing and a presence in the batter’s box. Generating strong exit velocities and a knack for hit the ball into both gaps of the outfield defense, Harris utilizes his speed to pull off extra base hits. He has shown some holes in his swing and will need to work on his plate approach moving forward.

The Florida native’s stock has fallen slightly after a tough summer, but Harris continues to get first-round buzz due to his strong floor and projections. He has shown the requisite speed, instincts, and arm strength that point in the direction of sticking at center field. Brady Harris will be fun to keep track of as the MLB Draft nears.

 

4. A.J. Garcia, OF, Virginia

Another position player who entered the Transfer Portal this offseason was outfielder A.J. Garcia. The Duke transfer is coming off a monster sophomore campaign and could be an option for the Marlins with the 14th pick.

In his final season at Duke, Garcia slashed .294/.445/.558 with 63 hits, ten doubles, one triple, fifteen home runs, 54 RBIs, 57 walks, and a 1.007 OPS. After two seasons at Duke, Garcia entered the Transfer Portal and committed to Virginia. Garcia is the ninth-ranked draft prospect on Baseball America and the fifteenth-ranked draft prospect on MLB Pipeline.

At the plate, Garcia is one of the top power hitters in the 2026 draft class. His raw power is rated at a 60 grade. He has a good approach at the plate and makes great swing decisions. He broke Duke’s record for most walks in a season with 57 free passes. While he played center field last season, Garcia projects as a corner outfielder in the pros.

 

5. Gio Rojas, LHP, Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS (FL)

South Florida native and University of Miami committee Gio Rojas is the top high school pitcher in the 2026 draft class.

Rojas is 6’4”, 190pounds and will be 19 on draft day. His fastball sits 92-95 mph and he has some deception in his delivery. Coming from a lower arm slot, his velo plays up. Rojas also has a great changeup and breaking ball, which showcases his feel for spin.

It may be unlikely that Gio Rojas is available at pick 14, but some teams may be unwilling to select a high school lefty so high, something the Marlins historically have not feared. Rojas is extremely projectable and may be able to move through a system fast. His ability to throw strikes, offer three plus pitches, and dominate hitters have teams excited about him.

 

6. Liam Peterson, RHP, Florida

Florida Gators right-handed pitcher Liam Peterson is one of the top pitchers available in the 2026 MLB Draft. Peterson was once a Top 100 draft prospect coming out of high school and could be a top-15 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft.

In his sophomore season, Peterson made sixteen appearances and fifteen starts for the Gators. Peterson posted an 8-4 record with a 4.28 ERA, 1.43 WHIP, and 96 strikeouts in 69 ⅓ innings pitched. Peterson is the fourth-ranked draft prospect on Baseball America and the thirteenth-ranked draft prospect on MLB Pipeline.

On the mound, Peterson has a four-pitch arsenal, including one of the best fastballs in the draft class. Peterson’s fastball sits in the mid-90s and has been clocked at 99 mph with good carry. His 12-6 curveball and slider are above-average pitches and can generate swing-and-miss. Peterson needs to be more consistent and improve his command. The Sunshine State native is incredibly talented, but needs to put it together heading into the 2026 season.