MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred stumbled at the start of the 2026 MLB Draft on Saturday by mispronouncing or misreading the name of the first overall pick. The gaffe came at the highest-profile moment of the event, drawing attention on social media and turning what should have been a celebratory announcement into a viral misstep.

The Chicago White Sox held the top selection in this year's draft and used it to take UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky. According to the article, Manfred read the young star's name incorrectly as he announced the pick to open proceedings, adding an awkward note to the draft's opening moments.