For the first time since MLB instituted the Draft Lottery, Atlanta Braves fans have a reason to pay attention. After finishing with the ninth-worst record, the Braves have a 4.54% chance to grab the first pick in the 2026 draft. With the lottery approaching, we thought it would be worth reviewing where the team stands.
Even if the Braves don't beat the odds at the first pick, however, the Draft Lottery should still be of interest to fans, as it will determine not only where the Braves pick with their first overall pick, but also the compensation pick they earned thanks to Drake Baldwin's Rookie of the Year win.