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Braves' 9th pick AJ Gracia could be a fast-tracked cornerstone
sports1 month ago

Braves' 9th pick AJ Gracia could be a fast-tracked cornerstone

Atlanta selected Virginia outfielder AJ Gracia with the 9th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, a choice Battery Power views as a premium, fast-tracking prospect who could become a cornerstone of Atlanta’s future. Gracia is praised for elite plate discipline, barrel control, and the ability to hit for average while projecting solid power gains; he handles velocity well and has a strong on-base profile, with potential to climb through the system quickly and reach the majors by 2028. Concerns include a swing that’s a bit stiff, limited big-power upside (not likely to be 35+ homers), and gaps against inner-half pitches and some right-handed sliders, but overall the pick is highly celebrated and seen as the best Braves draftee in the Alex Anthopoulos era.

via Battery Power|
#aj-gracia#atlanta-braves#baseball-prospect
Braves swing for upside with AJ Gracia at No. 9 in 2026 MLB Draft
baseball1 month ago

Braves swing for upside with AJ Gracia at No. 9 in 2026 MLB Draft

The Atlanta Braves selected Virginia outfielder AJ Gracia with the No. 9 pick in the 2026 MLB Draft. Gracia profiles as a left-handed hitter with a plus hit tool and strong on-base skills, offering future power potential while still filling out his frame. His strong 2026 Virginia line (.354/.489/.632, 14 HR, 48 RBI in 272 PA) supports the upside and a high floor, though exit velocity concerns linger. Scouts see an All-Star ceiling and a path to the big leagues by 2027, with defense likely moving to left field and fringe speed.

via Battery Power|
#aj-gracia#atlanta-braves#baseball
Yankees Promote Spencer Jones as Domínguez Goes on IL
sports3 months ago

Yankees Promote Spencer Jones as Domínguez Goes on IL

The Yankees recalled outfielder Spencer Jones to fill Jasson Domínguez's roster spot after Domínguez left Monday's game and was placed on the injured list with a left shoulder sprain; Domínguez will miss weeks, while Jones—a power-first, high-strikeout prospect—gets a major-league look as New York, 26-12, navigates injuries. Jones was added to the 40-man roster in November and can be optioned back if he struggles.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball-prospect#injured-list#jasson-dominguez
Pedro Ramirez Sparks a Hitting Transformation for the Cubs
sports4 months ago

Pedro Ramirez Sparks a Hitting Transformation for the Cubs

Cubs 22-year-old prospect Pedro Ramirez has emerged as a dramatically different hitter, combining elite zone contact with surprising power in the minors. After a standout Iowa Cubs game that included a grand slam and an 8-RBI effort, he’s posted a .333/.396/.678 line with a 170 wRC+ through about 96 plate appearances, showing minimal whiffs and a strong 90th-percentile exit velocity. Baseball America highlighted the unusual combination of contact quality and power he’s displaying, suggesting he could become one of baseball’s top prospects if this pace holds. Ramirez is currently blocked at the MLB level by established Cubs infielders, so a big league promotion this year seems unlikely, but the transformation could accelerate his ascent in the Cubs’ system.

via Bleacher Nation|
#baseball-prospect#cubs#iowa-cubs
Sox Promote Schultz Ahead of MLB Debut vs Rays
sports4 months ago

Sox Promote Schultz Ahead of MLB Debut vs Rays

The Chicago White Sox promote left-handed pitching prospect Noah Schultz to the majors, with a scheduled Tuesday debut against the Rays to help fill a rotation gap after Shane Smith was sent down and Jonathan Cannon nears a return. Schultz has pitched well in Triple-A, delivering a four-inning hitless start followed by five innings with one earned run, all while posting a high strikeout rate. His ascension gives Chicago a second lefty in the mix behind Anthony Kay as Grant Taylor continues to open games, and comes as the club expects Cannon to join soon.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#baseball-prospect#mlb-debut#noah-schultz
Pirates prospect Griffin belts two homers in spring action
sports5 months ago

Pirates prospect Griffin belts two homers in spring action

19-year-old Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin belted two home runs in a Grapefruit League win over the Red Sox, showcasing the power and speed that fuel his status as baseball’s top prospect and drawing early comparisons to a young Alex Rodriguez, while Pittsburgh weighs Opening Day implications amid an offseason reshaping of the roster.

via The Boston Globe|
#baseball-prospect#grapefruit-league#konnor-griffin
Jack Bauer: The High School Pitcher with a 103 mph Fastball and MLB Draft Buzz
sports1 year ago

Jack Bauer: The High School Pitcher with a 103 mph Fastball and MLB Draft Buzz

Kiefer Sutherland, famous for playing Jack Bauer on '24,' is a fan of MLB draft prospect Jack Bauer, a 103-mph-throwing pitcher. Sutherland finds it fun to root for someone with his character's name, while the young pitcher, who wears No. 24, is expected to be drafted soon and may choose between signing with an MLB team or playing college baseball. Sutherland's interest is partly inspired by his father's love for baseball.

via New York Post|
#baseball-prospect#fastball#jack-bauer
Red Sox Promote Top Prospect Roman Anthony
sports1 year ago

Red Sox Promote Top Prospect Roman Anthony

The Boston Red Sox have promoted top prospect Roman Anthony, a highly skilled 21-year-old outfielder, to the major leagues in hopes of revitalizing a struggling team. Anthony, known for his power and plate discipline, will start in right field and is expected to bring a much-needed boost to the team, which has faced numerous challenges this season.

via ESPN|
#baseball-prospect#mlb#red-sox