Panamanian Eric Guevara Selected in 2026 Major League Baseball Draft

Panamanian infielder Eric Guevara has been selected in the 2026 Major League Baseball Draft, marking a significant achievement for the young player. Guevara was chosen by the Miami Marlins in the seventh round, with his overall pick number being 205.

The 21-year-old, who hails from Parque Lefevre in Panama City, developed his collegiate career with the Auburn Tigers. He had a standout 2026 season in the SEC, playing in 62 games. During that season, he recorded a .322 batting average, hit 13 home runs, and drove in 55 runs.

Guevara's selection adds to a growing list of Panamanian talent in professional baseball. The draft also saw other players with Panamanian connections being chosen. William Cutshall was selected by the New York Yankees, and Dylan Lugo Stennett, the grandson of former MLB player Rennie Stennett, was also part of the draft class.