Oregon shortstop Maddox Molony is selected by the Detroit Tigers in the sixth round of the 2026 MLB Draft, according to reports from The Oregonian and Yahoo Sports. The announcements identify Molony as a local player from Oregon who plays shortstop and joins the Tigers through the late first portion of the draft’s sixth round. One source notes that Molony’s offensive production takes a step back during the 2026 season, while still describing him as having the potential to develop an MLB role. The other source focuses on the selection itself, confirming the team, round, and that the pick is part of the 2026 draft. Both accounts agree on the key details: Molony is drafted by Detroit, and the selection occurs in the sixth round. The coverage does not report additional specifics such as the overall pick number, contract terms, or whether Molony has a particular projection or timeline beyond the general developmental outlook mentioned by The Oregonian.