Ole Miss signee Cole Prosek picked by Chicago White Sox in 2026 MLB Draft
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OXFORD — The Chicago White Sox selected Ole Miss baseball signee Cole Prosek in the 2026 MLB Draft on July 11.
Prosek was selected No. 41 overall and was the first pick in the second round. He is the second Ole Miss signee selected in the draft, joining Taj Marchand. Prosek has the option to sign with the White Sox or play at Ole Miss.
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His pick has an assigned slot value of $2.45 million.
Here's what Prosek, 19, brings to the White Sox.
What Cole Prosek brings to Chicago White Sox in 2026 MLB Draft
Prosek is a smooth player who can play shortstop, third base or in the outfield.
He is a 6-foot-1, 195-pound prospect from Senatobia, Mississippi, who has been extremely productive in high school at Magnolia Heights. He was named the 2026 MaxPreps Mississippi Player of the Year after batting .585 with 18 home runs.
Cole Prosek highlights, strengths, weaknesses at Ole Miss
Prosek is a left-handed hitter with a powerful swing. He has built his draft stock by barreling up baseballs.
Hitting is Prosek's best attribute. He has a great combination of bat speed and repeatability that allows him to hit for average and power.
Prosek was a team leader for Magnolia Heights, where he played a major role in winning the MAIS Class 4A-Division I championship.
Cole Prosek stats at Magnolia Heights
Prosek had 76 hits, 62 runs, 19 doubles and 18 home runs in his 2026 high school season. He batted .585 with a 1.177 slugging percentage.
Sam Hutchens covers Ole Miss for the Clarion Ledger. Email him at [email protected] or reach him on X at @Sam_Hutchens_
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