Several baseball players with Southeast Georgia roots are transitioning to the professional ranks following the conclusion of the 2026 MLB Draft.
Dreams became reality for several baseball players with ties to Southeast Georgia as the conclusion of the 2026 MLB Draft ushered in the next chapter of their careers.
Whether selected during the draft or signing professional contracts shortly afterward, these former local standouts are now one step closer to reaching Major League Baseball after years of development at the high school and collegiate levels.
Eric Guevara. Photo Courtesy of Auburn University Athletics
Eric Guevara, Auburn University, Georgia Premier Academy
Team: Miami Marlins
Drafted: Round 7, Pick 205
Position: Shortstop
Class: Junior
Tre Phelps. Photo Courtesy Conor Dillon/University of Georgia Athletics
Tre Phelps, University of Georgia, Georgia Premier Academy
Team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Drafted: Round 9, Pick 258
Position: 3rd Basemen
Class: JuniorÂ
Martin Shelar . Photo Courtesy of Perfect Game
Martin Shelar, Marist School (HS)
Team: Boston Red Sox
Drafted: Round 9, Pick 274
Position: Outfielder
Class: 2026 (High School)Â
Cameron Jackson. Photo Courtesy of Prospect Select Baseball
Cameron Jackson, Georgia Premier Academy
Team: Los Angeles Angels
Drafted: Round 15, Pick 439
Position: Outfielder
Class: 2026 (High School)
Brady Pendley. Photo Courtesy of AJ Henderson/GS Athletics
Bradley Pendley, Georgia Southern University
Team: Los Angeles Dodgers
Signed as Free Agent
Position: Pitcher
Class: Senior