All articles tagged with #baseball prospects
Keith Law's MLB Draft 2026 ranking 2.0 keeps Roch Cholowsky at No. 1 while Vahn Lackey's breakout season narrows the gap, highlighting a class still dominated by high-school pitching with Jackson Flora as the top college pitcher and a deep pool of college and prep arms shaping the early outlook. This is a ranking, not a mock draft, and teams will weigh medicals and swing decisions.
Didier Fuentes has dazzled in Braves spring training, throwing 9 innings with 0 hits, 0 walks, 1 hit-by-pitch and 17 strikeouts, while sitting at 97–99 mph and flashing three above-average pitches. Braves coach Jeremy Hefner says he’s a work in progress but showing real development, making a late-opening-day call-up unlikely but increasing the odds of a future big-league role as the season unfolds after more minor-league seasoning.
Left-handed outfielder A.J. Ewing, a 2023 Mets draftee, has surged through the minors—showing elite speed (70 steals in 2025) and improving center-field defense—posting a combined .315/.401/.429 across Single-A to Double-A in 2025 and positioning as a top Mets prospect for 2026.
Bleacher Report's 2026 Top 10 ranks the best prospects at each MLB position, converting the offseason Top 100 into position-specific lists (with grouped outfielders and split pitching) and weighing potential, tools, and rookie eligibility to project MLB impact; notable names include Samuel Basallo, Bryce Eldridge, JJ Wetherholt, Ethan Holliday, Kevin McGonigle, Josue De Paula, Bubba Chandler, and Thomas White, with notes highlighting several rising talents.
Munetaka Murakami, Japan's top slugger, is expected to sign with an MLB team within the next five days after being posted by the Yakult Swallows, with his market evaluation focusing on his power potential and contact issues, and teams weighing the risks and rewards of a potentially prime-age superstar.
Baltimore Orioles signed top catching prospect Samuel Basallo to an eight-year deal worth up to $88.5 million, securing his services through his 20s and potentially controlling his arbitration and free agency years at a low cost, based on his high offensive potential.
Red Sox first-round draft pick Kyson Witherspoon, a college pitcher from Oklahoma known for his high velocity fastball reaching up to 99 mph, is considered a strong candidate to debut in MLB by 2026, with potential to quickly advance through the minors due to his impressive performance and pitch mix.
The Pittsburgh Pirates' first day of the 2025 MLB Draft saw them selecting a highly regarded high school pitcher, Seth Hernandez, with their first pick, earning an A grade, followed by promising prospects including another high school pitcher, Angel Cervantes, and college players Murf Gray and Easton Carmichael, with overall positive evaluations emphasizing potential and organizational needs.
The article discusses the Pittsburgh Pirates' recent struggles and management issues, highlighting the promising talent of Seth Hernandez, a high-school pitcher drafted sixth overall, and emphasizing the need for organizational stability and development to support their young pitchers. Despite frustrations with GM Ben Cherington's tenure, Hernandez's potential and the team's drafting success offer some hope for the future.
The article provides live analysis and scouting reports for every first-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, highlighting top prospects like Eli Willits, Tyler Bremner, Kade Anderson, Ethan Holliday, and others, with insights into their skills, potential, and draft implications.
The Chicago White Sox are promoting 23-year-old prospect Colson Montgomery for his MLB debut against the Rockies, after his strong June performance and his status on the 40-man roster, signaling the team's plans to give him regular playing time at shortstop.
Aaron Judge was voted as a starting outfielder for the AL in the upcoming MLB All-Star Game, marking his seventh appearance. Max Fried is also a strong contender to start for the AL, with Yankees prospects like Cam Schlitter gaining recognition. The season features notable player interactions and ongoing team developments.
The Giants released outfielder Calvin Mitchell, a former top prospect with a fluctuating career, after struggles in the majors and minor leagues, leaving his future options open including potential international or independent league play.
The article discusses Jac Caglianone's potential as a power hitter for the Royals, comparing his early career trajectory and power potential to historical left-handed sluggers, and emphasizing the importance of patience and adjustments for his future success.
The Kansas City Royals are calling up prospect Jac Caglianone, who has shown promising hitting ability and growth in plate discipline in Triple-A, but will face challenges adjusting to major league pitching. Despite high expectations and pressure, Caglianone's grounded nature and recent improvements suggest he could adapt, though success is not guaranteed.