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USA Baseball unveils 2026 Golden Spikes Award preseason watch list
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USA Baseball has announced the preseason watch list for the 2026 Golden Spikes Award, featuring 55 top amateur players from high school and college ranks. The list highlights standout performances from 2025 and sets the stage for a competitive season leading to the winner's announcement on June 29. Notable inclusions include seven semifinalists from last year and all top 10 MLB Draft prospects.
USA Baseball and Major League Baseball announced during the 2025 MLB Draft Lottery that MLB Network will become the new home for the Golden Spikes Award presentation, starting in 2026 with the 48th winner. The Emmy Award-winning network will also expand its coverage of USA Baseball by recognizing top amateur players leading up to the award announcements. This collaboration builds on their partnership since 2006 to grow the sport at all levels.