Live MLB Draft update: Bring on the pitchers. Cardinals take 'unicorn' fastball, another Vol
The St. Louis Cardinals prioritize pitching and athleticism as they select Tennessee signee Trevor Condon in the 2026 MLB Draft.
📍 Where it landed
The Cardinals selected Tennessee signee Trevor Condon with their first-round pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, marking their top selection. The story quieted without a definitive conclusion in follow-up reporting.
Epilogue added 43d ago, after coverage quieted.
The reporting (5)
- Cardinals take high school outfielder Trevor Condon with their top pick in MLB Draft; includes Randy Flores interview stlsportspage.com · 45d ago
- Tennessee signee Trevor Condon taken No. 13 overall in 2026 MLB Draft by Cardinals Knoxville News Sentinel · 45d ago
- Top pick Trevor Condon adds lofty ambition to athleticism, swing Cardinals chased in draft STLtoday.com · 45d ago
- LIVE: Cardinals Draft Day 1 picks are in. Day 2 is underway MLB.com · 45d ago
- Live MLB Draft update: Bring on the pitchers. Cardinals take 'unicorn' fastball, another Vol STLtoday.com · 45d ago
Where it stands
Louis Cardinals selected high school outfielder Trevor Condon as their top pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Coverage notes Condon was selected 13th overall.
The team has since shifted its focus toward pitching acquisitions during the draft proceedings. Reporting from stlsportspage.com, the Knoxville News Sentinel, STLtoday.com, and MLB.com highlights the organization's interest in Condon's athleticism and swing.
With Day 1 of the draft concluded, attention shifts to Day 2, which is currently underway. Observers are watching for further additions to the team's pitching staff as the draft progresses.
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Answered
Who did the Cardinals select with their top pick?
The Cardinals selected high school outfielder and Tennessee signee Trevor Condon.
What position did Trevor Condon go at in the draft?
Condon was selected 13th overall.
What is the team's current focus in the draft?
Following the selection of Condon, the Cardinals are focusing on drafting pitchers.
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