Several players selected in the 2026 MLB Draft by teams including the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Angels share surnames linked to prominent baseball families, according to reports. The articles highlight that the accomplishments of some players’ fathers or uncles loom large in the background. The names referenced include Barry Bonds, Jim Thome, Andy Pettitte, and pitchers and position players from the Salmon family, as well as C.C. Sabathia-related family ties, depending on the specific player and lineage described. The coverage focuses on the pattern that draft selections can include prospects with relatives who previously achieved major-league success, creating familiarity for fans and teams. While the reports note these family connections, they describe the selections as part of the 2026 draft class rather than as a discussion of their future performance. Overall, both sources present the draft’s notable surnames as a point of interest, underscoring how baseball legacy can appear in player introductions when teams make selections across the league.