2024 MLB Draft: times, date and how to watch online and on TV

Get ready, baseball fans! The 2024 MLB Draft is just around the corner, and a new wave of talent is about to hit the big leagues. The Draft and the Midsummer Classic happen at the same time, making it a weekend to remember for baseball fans. While everyone’s tuning in to watch the top players shine in the All-Star Game, they’re also getting a sneak peek at the future stars during the Draft. It’s the perfect blend of celebrating today’s heroes and anticipating tomorrow’s legends.

When does the 2024 MLB Draft start?

Mark your calendars for Sunday, July 14, when the 2024 MLB Draft kicks off. It’s a two-day event wrapping up on Tuesday, July 16. The excitement begins with the first round at 5 PM ET on Sunday, July 14. The action continues at 12 PM ET on both Monday (rounds 3-10) and Tuesday (rounds 11-20).

You can stream all the MLB All Star action live on FuboTV (free trial available).

How can you watch the 2024 MLB Draft?

Catch all the Draft drama live on MLB Network and ESPN, with streaming available on MLB.com. Day one (rounds 1 and 2) will be on MLB Network and ESPN, while days two and three will be streamed on MLB.com.

You can also stream day one of the Draft on fuboTV, which offers users a free trial.

Enjoy the MLB Draft on fuboTV.

Where’s it happening?

This year’s Draft is set at the Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas. Since 2021, the Draft has been held in the same area as the MLB All-Star Game, which in 2024 is at the Texas Rangers’ Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. Before that, the Draft took place at MLB Network studios in Secaucus, New Jersey.

How is the Draft order decided?

The Draft order is determined by a combination of a lottery system and the previous year’s regular season records. The first six picks are decided by a lottery involving all 18 non-playoff teams from the previous season, with the teams having the worst records getting better odds. In 2024, the Cleveland Guardians snagged the top pick despite only having a 2% chance. Picks beyond the top six are based on the teams’ regular season records.

There are 20 rounds in the 2024 MLB Draft, with over 600 players set to be selected. So, get ready for all the excitement as the next generation of MLB stars begins their journey!