Bryce Hacopian, a standout infielder from the University of Tennessee, was selected 11th overall by the Washington Nationals in the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft. The announcement was made on July 12, 2026, during the draft's first round.
Hacopian, known for his powerful bat and defensive versatility, played three seasons for the Volunteers. In his junior year, he batted .345 with 18 home runs and 55 RBIs, earning All-SEC honors. The Nationals, his hometown team, had been closely scouting him throughout the season.
This selection marks the first time the Nationals have drafted a player from the University of Tennessee in the first round since 2019. Hacopian expressed excitement about joining the organization he grew up supporting.
