2026 MLB Draft Profile: Bo Lowrance

Leading up to the 2026 MLB Draft, Fish On First brings you a series of scouting reports on top prospects in this draft class who could realistically wind up in Miami.

Position: 3B

Height: 6’5″

Weight: 200 pounds

School: Christ Church Episcopal School (SC)

Commitment: Virginia

Bo Lowrance is a 6’5”, 200-pound third baseman who plays at Christ Church Episcopal School in Greenville, South Carolina. Lawrence has been one of the top rising high school prospects in this draft class. He’s also one of the most well-rounded prospects in the 2026 MLB Draft class.

On Perfect Game, Lowrance is the 61st-ranked prospect and the fourth-ranked third baseman in the Class of 2026. He’s also the second-ranked prospect in South Carolina. Lowrance is signed to play college baseball at the University of Virginia.

At the plate, Lowrance has one of the most advanced approaches for high school prospects in this draft class. He has a smooth, short, compact left-handed swing with tons of power potential.

Lowrance has a ton of physical maturing to do, but he also needs to learn how to lift the ball more often to tap into his raw power potential. He runs pretty well for a player of his extra-large frame.

Defensively, Lowrance has the arm strength to be a third baseman at the next level. However, he could potentially grow out of that position as he starts to fill out his very large frame. He could be a corner outfielder or first baseman if he moves off of third base.

Strengths

• Well-rounded player
• Plenty of raw power potential
• Projectable body frame
• Hit well against tough competition in the summer circuit
• Above-average arm strength

Weaknesses

• Needs to learn how to lift the baseball
• Might grow out of third base

Pro Comparison: TJ Rumfield

Projection: Top 30 pick

Bottom Line

The Marlins have not had recent success when using their first-round selection to sign players to underslot deals (PJ Morlando, Noble Meyer, etc.). However, Bo Lowrance has a more balanced profile with a higher floor compared to prospects who are typically in that situation.

On MLB Pipeline, Lowrance is the 21st-ranked draft prospect. On ESPN, Lowrance is the 22nd-ranked prospect in the 2026 MLB Draft. He’s also a five-star prospect and the 45th-ranked draft prospect according to Baseball America.

The Marlins will have the 14th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft and should be able to grab one of the top prospects in this draft class. Lowrance could be an option if they decide to save signing bonus money for the later rounds.