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Grand Canyon Infielder Beau Ankeney Emerges as 2026 MLB Draft Prospect

Grand Canyon Infielder Beau Ankeney Emerges as 2026 MLB Draft Prospect
Sports Talents · 19:32:28 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

Grand Canyon University infielder Beau Ankeney has drawn attention from MLB scouts after a strong 2026 season that placed him on the prospect radar. The right-handed hitter, who wears number 35 for the Lopes, showcased his power potential in a March 29, 2022 matchup against the Arizona Wildcats at GCU Ballpark in Phoenix.

Photographed taking a big swing during that contest, Ankeney's development has been tracked by SB Nation's Brandon Day, who reported on November 6, 2026 that the college infielder has "mashed his way onto the prospect radar" ahead of the upcoming draft. His performance against Pac-12 competition highlighted the offensive tools that have evaluators intrigued.

As a senior infielder for Grand Canyon, Ankeney represents the type of college bat that often garners interest in the middle rounds of the MLB Draft. His ability to drive the ball against quality pitching will be a key factor in his draft stock as the 2026 selection process approaches.

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