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Baez's four-homer burst fuels Cardinals' call-up buzz
sports24 days ago

Baez's four-homer burst fuels Cardinals' call-up buzz

Joshua Baez’s four-homer game at Triple-A underscores a power breakout that could push him to the majors, though his elevated strikeout rate remains a concern; the Prospects Report also highlights Josiah Hartshorn as this year’s major breakthrough and notes Luis Lara’s strong defense and recent seven-year extension as likely precursors to a big-league look, with other notable names like Karson Milbrandt, River Ryan, and Yohandy Morales watching closely as teams balance timing and roster needs.

Hartshorn Sparks Cubs’ Prospect Boom with Breakout Start
sports26 days ago

Hartshorn Sparks Cubs’ Prospect Boom with Breakout Start

Josiah Hartshorn, the Cubs’ 2025 sixth‑round pick who signed for a record $2 million, has burst onto the scene in 2026, posting eye‑opening numbers after promotions—eight homers in 18 High‑A games with a sky‑high 211 wRC+ and a .424 OBP earlier—fueling talk that he could rise quickly and eventually fill an outfield role as the Cubs navigate future openings.

Brewers Move Quinn Priester to Complex League for Rehab Reset
baseball1 month ago

Brewers Move Quinn Priester to Complex League for Rehab Reset

Milwaukee sent pitcher Quinn Priester from Triple-A Nashville to the Arizona Complex League to continue rehab from thoracic outlet syndrome after a rough stretch that included a poor Nashville outing and a 21.60 ERA over six minor-league starts. The Brewers want a low-pressure environment to rebuild his form, with manager Pat Murphy saying Priester isn’t progressing in Triple-A and could be out for about another month. Priester had shown promise in 2025 (157 1/3 innings, 3.32 ERA after adding a cutter), but the club is managing rotation injuries while he restarts his recovery.

White Sox Call Up Jacob Gonzalez as Murakami Lands on IL
sports1 month ago

White Sox Call Up Jacob Gonzalez as Murakami Lands on IL

The White Sox plan to add Jacob Gonzalez to the MLB roster after Munetaka Murakami is sidelined by a right hamstring injury, pending a 40-man move that could involve Jordan Leasure going to the 60-day IL. Gonzalez, a 2023 first-round pick from Ole Miss, has exploded in Triple-A Charlotte in 2026 with 18 homers in 54 games and a .308/.414/.646 line, leading the minors in homers and posting a strong OPS as he nears his 24th birthday debut; he’s versatile enough to handle shortstop and other infield duties, likely sharing the left side of the infield with Colson Montgomery while Murakami is out.

Jesús Made Leads May 2026 MLB Top 100 Prospects Update
sports1 month ago

Jesús Made Leads May 2026 MLB Top 100 Prospects Update

TJStats releases its May 2026 update of the MLB Top 100 Prospects, with Jesús Made at No. 1 (Milwaukee), followed by Max Clark, Colt Emerson, Trey Yesavage, and Ryan Sloan rounding out the top five. The piece highlights numerous risers, fallers, and new entrants like Anthony Eyanson and Jhonny Level, and explains its scouting process using the 20-80 grading scale (PV/FV) along with individualized tools for contact and swing decisions. It also directs readers to an interactive version and detailed reports for each prospect.

Jesús Made Tops BR's 2026 MLB Top 100 Prospects at Quarter Mark
sports1 month ago

Jesús Made Tops BR's 2026 MLB Top 100 Prospects at Quarter Mark

Bleacher Report releases its midseason Top 100 MLB Prospects for 2026 at the quarter mark, noting a notable turnover as 21 players have exhausted rookie status since Opening Day. The list is built on future upside, present tools and rookie eligibility, with Jesús Made leading as the No. 1 prospect and other highlights including Ethan Salas (No. 20) and A.J. Ewing (No. 40). The piece provides notes on multiple players across the tiers and a team-by-team breakdown of the top ranks, reflecting how recent minor-league performances and development trajectories are shaping the 2026 midseason rankings.

Mets Promote Prospect A.J. Ewing to Majors to Jump‑Start Offense
sports2 months ago

Mets Promote Prospect A.J. Ewing to Majors to Jump‑Start Offense

The Mets are calling up top prospect A.J. Ewing from the minors to the majors, hoping his strong .339/.447/.514 line between Double-A and Triple-A this season—with speed (17 steals) and solid defense in center—gives the struggling club a much-needed offensive spark alongside Carson Benge in the outfield as they head into a series with the Tigers.

Yankees Hint Lombard Jr. May Fast-Track to MLB on Minor-League Tear
sports2 months ago

Yankees Hint Lombard Jr. May Fast-Track to MLB on Minor-League Tear

The Yankees are signaling that George Lombard Jr. could be fast-tracked to the majors if his strong minor-league performance continues, with a swing tweak for power and added third-base experience at Double-A. His defense is viewed as MLB-ready, and if his bat proves undeniable in Triple-A—potentially after about 30 strong games—he could earn a big-league debut sooner than expected.

MLB to trial codified check-swing reviews in the minors with two-challenge limit
sports3 months ago

MLB to trial codified check-swing reviews in the minors with two-challenge limit

MLB will test a semi-codified Check-Swing Challenge in the minors, allowing two challenges per team on swing/no-swing or ball/strike calls and using a 45-degree bat-angle criterion; trials in the Florida State League and Arizona Fall League in 2025 reduced strikeouts by over 3% and increased balls in play, with the Pacific Coast League starting midseason while the International League won’t apply the check-swing to that call (though umpires will use the same criterion). The move aims to reduce umpire discretion on check-swings and could affect batting strategy and MLB play, prompting debate on downstream effects.

Yankees roll out future-facing Spring Breakout roster for 2026
sports4 months ago

Yankees roll out future-facing Spring Breakout roster for 2026

New York’s 2026 Spring Breakout roster is loaded with top prospects (including Lombard Jr., Elmer Rodríguez and Carlos Lagrange) and budding pitchers like Ben Hess, Bryce Cunningham, Henry Lalane and Chase Hampton, who’ll showcase their talents against the Braves on March 21 at Steinbrenner Field, giving fans a preview of players likely headed to the minors.