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Argyle native Grady Emerson selected No. 2 overall by Tampa Bay Rays in 2026 MLB draft
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· July 11, 2026
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Argyle native Grady Emerson earned a chance to play professional baseball Saturday, when the Tampa Bay Rays selected him No. 2 overall in the 2026 MLB draft. The star shortstop's selection has a slot value of more than $10.5 million.
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Key points The star shortstop's selection has a slot value of more than $10. Argyle native Grady Emerson earned a chance to play professional baseball Saturday, when the Tampa Bay Rays selected him No. More government Today’s briefing Local events
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What is this story about? Argyle native Grady Emerson earned a chance to play professional baseball Saturday, when the Tampa Bay Rays selected him No. 2 overall in the 2026 MLB draft. The star shortstop's selection has a slot value of more than $10.5 million.
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