Live MLB Draft update: Bring on the pitchers. Cardinals take 'unicorn' fastball, another Vol
The St. Louis Cardinals have selected outfielder Trevor Condon with their top overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft.
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The St. Louis Cardinals selected high school outfielder Trevor Condon with their 13th overall pick during the first day of the 2026 MLB Draft. Following the selection, reports indicate the team is shifting focus toward pitching prospects.
Coverage from stlsportspage.com, the Knoxville News Sentinel, STLtoday.com, and MLB.com highlights both Condon’s athleticism and the organization's broader draft strategy. Reports emphasize that the team has moved into the second day of the selection process.
Future reports will track the team’s subsequent picks as the draft continues. Coverage does not yet specify which additional players will be selected as the team pursues pitching talent.
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Quick answers
Who did the St. Louis Cardinals select with their top pick?
The team selected high school outfielder Trevor Condon.
At what position was Trevor Condon selected?
He was selected No. 13 overall.
What is the team's reported focus following the first pick?
Coverage indicates the team is focusing on pitchers.
Coverage (5)
- Cardinals take high school outfielder Trevor Condon with their top pick in MLB Draft; includes Randy Flores interview stlsportspage.com · 3h ago
- Tennessee signee Trevor Condon taken No. 13 overall in 2026 MLB Draft by Cardinals Knoxville News Sentinel · 3h ago
- Top pick Trevor Condon adds lofty ambition to athleticism, swing Cardinals chased in draft STLtoday.com · 3h ago
- LIVE: Cardinals Draft Day 1 picks are in. Day 2 is underway MLB.com · 3h ago
- Live MLB Draft update: Bring on the pitchers. Cardinals take 'unicorn' fastball, another Vol STLtoday.com · 3h ago
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