{"id":756768,"date":"2026-06-23T22:33:22","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T22:33:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/756768\/"},"modified":"2026-06-23T22:33:22","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T22:33:22","slug":"maryland-star-brayden-martin-earns-invite-to-the-2026-mlb-draft-combine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/756768\/","title":{"rendered":"Maryland Star Brayden Martin Earns Invite to the 2026 MLB Draft Combine"},"content":{"rendered":"

Maryland baseball standout Brayden Martin<\/a> is set to take another major step in his rising career after earning an invitation to the 2026 MLB Draft Combine,<\/a> scheduled for June 23\u201326 at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona. The sixth annual showcase returns to the home of the Arizona Diamondbacks for the fourth straight year and will feature 334 of the nation\u2019s top draft\u2011eligible players,194 from the collegiate ranks and 140 from high schools across the country. With MLB Network providing live coverage, Martin will now have the national stage to further elevate his draft stock in front of scouts, executives, and decision\u2011makers.<\/p>\n

Martin\u2019s junior season was nothing short of elite, a complete showcase of consistency, plate discipline, and all\u2011around impact that positioned him among the Big Ten\u2019s most dynamic players. Starting all 56 games, Martin slashed an impressive .352\/.488\/.449 for a .937 OPS, piling up 76 hits, 60 runs, 39 RBI, 13 doubles, a triple, and two home runs. His blend of patience and pressure was unmatched. He drew a Big Ten\u2013leading 56 walks, reached base via hit-by-pitch seven times, and swiped 21 bases, ranking second in the conference. No Terp was more reliable: he led Maryland in batting average, on-base percentage, hits, runs, walks, and steals while recording a team-best 22 multi-hit games.<\/p>\n

What truly separated Martin, though, was his historic consistency. He reached base safely in 76 consecutive games dating back to the 2025 season, a streak that underscored his elite approach and ability to impact games even when he wasn\u2019t swinging freely. That steadiness translated into big moments throughout the year. He opened the season scorching hot, stacking multi-hit performances against Wagner, Delaware, and Georgetown<\/a>. His early-season series at UNCW set the tone as well, where he went 4-for-11 with three runs and four steals.<\/p>\n

As conference play arrived, Martin continued to elevate. He tallied six hits with two doubles in the Ohio State series, followed by five more hits against Iowa. His power surfaced at key moments, including a home run and four RBI at Michigan State and another long ball during the USC series, where he totaled four hits and two RBI. Even in midweek matchups, he was a constant spark, reaching base three times with a double at Troy, recording a hit and RBI at No. 22 West Virginia, and going 4-for-5 with two RBI against Richmond.<\/p>\n

Maryland baseball standout Brayden Martin has received an invite to the 2026 MLB Draft Combine \ud83d\udc22 pic.twitter.com\/S9hmGhSH4T<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Inside Maryland Sports (@Terrapins247) June 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Down the stretch, Martin remained a catalyst for Maryland\u2019s offense. He scored four runs with three walks against Georgetown, then added two hits and two RBI against Penn State<\/a>. Whether it was setting the table, driving in runs, or creating chaos on the bases, Martin delivered in every phase. His junior campaign wasn\u2019t just productive. It was the profile of a polished, pro-ready hitter whose discipline, athleticism, and reliability made him one of the most complete players in the Big Ten.<\/p>\n

The 2026 MLB Draft Combine will unfold across a tightly structured, five\u2011day schedule designed to evaluate every facet of a prospect\u2019s game, from on\u2011field performance to athletic testing to face\u2011to\u2011face interactions with MLB clubs. <\/p>\n

Player arrivals begin June 22\u201324, setting the stage for a busy week at Chase Field. The action starts immediately on June 23 with the High School Simulation Game, giving prep prospects a chance to showcase their skills in a live\u2011game environment. That same day marks the beginning of the On\u2011Field Showcase, which runs through June 24 and features batting practice, defensive workouts, throwing sessions, and other evaluations that allow scouts to compare players side\u2011by\u2011side.<\/p>\n

While the on\u2011field portion draws the most attention, the Combine\u2019s off\u2011field testing and interviews are just as critical. Player interviews run June 23\u201327, offering teams extended opportunities to learn more about each prospect\u2019s makeup, preparation, and long\u2011term development outlook. Strength and conditioning assessments take place June 25\u201326, followed by biomechanical testing on those same days, a data\u2011driven evaluation that measures movement efficiency, swing mechanics, and athletic explosiveness. Together, the schedule provides a comprehensive look at every player in attendance, giving prospects like Martin a full platform to elevate their draft stock.<\/p>\n

Congratulations to Brayden Martin on receiving an invite to the MLB Draft Combine! \ud83d\udc22<\/p>\n

The Combine will be shown on @MLBNetwork<\/a> beginning tomorrow at noon ET!<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcf0 https:\/\/t.co\/F1LKEHfdQH<\/a>#DirtyTerps<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/5QuoF3YY2Q<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Maryland Baseball (@TerpsBaseball) June 22, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

Martin now heads into the 2026 MLB Draft Combine with the momentum of a complete, all\u2011around junior season and the resume of a player who consistently delivered at the highest level. His blend of elite on\u2011base skills, speed, and reliability made him one of Maryland\u2019s most valuable pieces and one of the Big Ten\u2019s most difficult hitters to keep off the bases. With a week in Phoenix that will test everything from his athleticism to his baseball IQ, Martin has a prime opportunity to showcase the traits that defined his breakout year. <\/p>\n

As scouts and front offices converge on Chase Field, he\u2019ll arrive not just as a participant, but as a polished, proven prospect ready to elevate his draft stock on a national stage.<\/p>\n

More from Maryland On SI<\/p>\n

Stay up to date with the Terrapins by bookmarking\u00a0 Maryland On SI<\/a> and follow us on Twitter.<\/a><\/p>\n

\"\"Add us as a preferred source on GoogleFollow<\/a>