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Red Sox pitching prospect Anthony Eyanson, a 2025 LSU alum and third-round pick, touched 100 mph for the first time and struck out the side in a Spring Breakout game against Orioles minor leaguers, showcasing his fastball, a developing splitter, and a wipeout curve.
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.
The Yankees were impressed by Carlos Lagrange’s 100 mph fastball and his strike-throwing through the minor leagues, but multiple stolen bases allowed (three in his final High-A start and four in his Somerset debut) served as a wake-up call that helped convert the organization to believers in his upside and potential fit.
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.
Righthander Tyler Uberstine, once a high school afterthought who failed to walk on at USC, later endured an elbow injury and years in the minors, has emerged as a surprising member of the Red Sox spring training roster and will start the club's first exhibition game against Northeastern, signaling his ascent from the minors to the 40-man roster with potential early-season recall opportunities.
MMO unveils a 2026 Mets prospect preview with a Top 50 list (vs. Mets Minors’ Top 30), arguing a deeper ranking helps fans track players who could contribute through development, trades, or late-season callups. The Mets’ farm system remains strong after offseason moves that sent Williams and Sproat to the Brewers for Freddy Peralta and Tobias Myers, plus new signees Wandy Asigen, Cleiner Ramirez, and Yordan Rodriguez. Nolan McLean and Carson Benge are expected to lead the list, with a robust Top 20 and optimism for the organization’s 2026 outlook.
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.
Infielder/outfielder Samad Taylor cleared outright waivers and elected free agency after Seattle designated him for assignment to make room for Yosver Zulueta. The 27-year-old has a limited MLB track record (83 games, .205/.272/.260) but strong minor-league numbers and speed, with versatility across infield and outfield. With no 40-man spot and after previously being outrighted, he’ll seek minor-league opportunities as clubs assess his upside and defensive versatility.
Baseball America releases its 2026 preseason Top 100 MLB prospects based on staff input, sharing personal Top 50 lists to show how the rankings were built and highlighting top names like Walker Jenkins, Max Clark, Samuel Basallo, Jesús Made, JJ Wetherholt, Konnor Griffin, Leo De Vries, Colt Emerson, Trey Yesavage and Nolan McLean.
Baseball Prospectus crowned the Mets’ farm system as the best in baseball, naming Nolan McLean No. 1, Carson Benge No. 2, and Jonah Tong No. 3, followed by A.J. Ewing, Jett Williams, Jacob Reimer, Brandon Sproat, Ryan Clifford, Will Watson and Mitch Voit in the Top 10, each with an MLB ETA and a reckless fantasy comp.
Jonah Tong, a promising prospect for the Mets and a 2022 seventh-round pick, is gaining attention for his impressive rise in the minor leagues, highlighting the Mets' focus on improving their pitching development.
Ronny Mauricio is being promoted to the Mets after a strong minor league performance, and will join the team in Los Angeles for their game against the Dodgers, with a possible roster move involving Mark Vientos due to a hamstring tweak.
Detroit Tigers' top prospect Josue Briceño had a historic night, hitting three home runs and a double in a game, significantly boosting his season stats and highlighting his potential to rise quickly through the ranks toward the MLB.
Keith Law provides an updated ranking of the top 50 MLB prospects after two months into the 2025 season, with Roman Anthony remaining the top prospect, highlighting their recent performances, potential, and development status across various minor league players.
MLB is expanding the use of an automated ball-strike (ABS) system, known as "robo umps," to all Triple-A games starting June 25, with potential future implementation in the majors. The ABS system uses Hawk-Eye camera technology to tailor the strike zone to each hitter, aiming to improve accuracy and fairness. The challenge system allows players to contest umpire calls, with the ABS system making the final decision. Full implementation in MLB is not expected until at least 2026.