Height/Weight: 60, 170|Bat/Throw: R/R|IFA: $800K 2017 (COL)|ETA: 2023. The left-handed hitter has above average power to his pull side and easily backspins the baseball to all fields. The adjustments not only helped Dominguez up his OPS from the right side by more than 200 points, but he also trimmed his pull rate and chase rate, making better overall swing decisions. This selection is particularly difficult. Bradleys progress with his changeup this season is encouraging and he should have a chance to break camp with the Rays next season. An insanely twitchy athlete who was also a highly regarded prospect on the mound, Winn generates impressive bat speed and rotational power. Waldichuks heater sits in the mid 90s and is a high-spin pitch averaging over 2,300 RPMs. Mead has Always featured an extremely advanced swing for his age with proper sequencing that allows his lower half to work extremely well. A borderline plus hit tool and comfortably above average power paired with strong defense behind the dish has OHoppe looking like the Angels backstop of the future. The change has the ability to miss bats, however, it specializes in inducing soft contact. Mori has posted a .400+ OBP in two of the last four seasons, and his batted ball profile was consistent with his career marks, so he is expected to rebound again in 2023 with his new team, the Orix Buffaloes. Harrisons above-average changeup worked in tandem with his fastball to make at-bats extremely difficult on opposite-handed hitters. He was able to get away with some things in college thanks to his absurd arm, but he will need to shore up some defensive fundamentals to provide value on the defensive side of things. There have been starts where the changeup is there for Miller and he is comfortable throwing it to both lefties and righties, providing hope that it can be an above average offering. Busch should be able to keep the strikeouts relatively in check with a lot of homers and walks. Theres potentially 10-15 homers in the tank for Frelick, especially if he calls Milwaukee home when he breaks into the big leagues. His jumps and instincts are already impressive along with an above average arm. Rounding out Burrows arsenal is his above average changeup which has improved massively this season. At times, Collier tends get on his front foot a bit too early, leading to some rollovers and weaker contact. Already posting above average contact rates, Winn could develop into a fringe-plus hitter as he matures at the plate. Millers fastball averaged 99.1 MPH in 2022, which would actually lead all qualified Major League starters. The struggles against velocity are a concern with Pages and he will need to find a way to be more efficient to the baseball. Height/Weight: 62, 205|Bat/Throw: L/R|1st Round (30), 2020 (BAL)|ETA: 2023. The pitch flashes above average with two-plane break, but Graceffo does not land it for a strike enough yet. Perez his one of the favorites to take over the best pitching prospect in baseball title upon Grayson Rodriguezs graduation. He batted .275 with 14 home runs in 2020. White has an assortment of secondaries he is comfortable going to off of his fastball, but his slider is the best of the bunch. A high-floor offensive profile along with plus speed and a solid above-average glove, that can play all over the diamond, McLain is yet another safe prospect in this Reds system who you fans can still hope for fringe All Star upside. He has the upside to be a premier, Gold Glove center fielder. Rounding out Rodriguezs arsenal is an 89-91 mph cutter that he will mix in to get weak contact and provide a fourth speed for the hitter to worry about. Still just 18 years old, Cabrera is ahead of his peers and could tap into 20 home run pop while generating plenty of contact. He finished the season 11-6 overall, leading the Central League in ERA (1.82), complete games (10), shutouts (six), innings (148.2), strikeouts (148) and WHIP (0.87). He identifies spin well and punishes mistakes while lifting the ball as much as anyone in the minors which helps his offensive profile. Lewis has shown he can handle shortstop throughout the Minor Leagues. One of the best power hitting catchers we have seen in the minors in some time, Alvarez has the goods to become one of baseballs best catchers and should arrive in Queens in early 2023. His receiving is better than I thought it would be, and his arm looks average. Impressive balance and plate coverage helps Rodriguez stay back on breaking pitches and drive them with authority to all fields while still being quick and explosive enough to turn on hard stuff in. Thats the biggest thing for me. The top prep pitching prospect in the 2021 draft, Painter is a wunderkind who is tall enough to play forward on the hardwood, young enough to be a college freshman, and yet is polished enough to pound the strike zone with multiple plus pitches. Height/Weight: 510, 230|Bat/Throw: R/R|IFA: $2.7M 2018 (Mets)|ETA: 2023. It produces both swing-and-miss as well as soft contact, and Cavalli is already deploying the offering against both lefties and righties. Though he may not have ace upside, Pfaadt is as much of a virtual lock to stick as a starter and continues to get better each time I watch him pitch. While capable of playing third base and left field in a pinch, Aranda is a below average defender at both spots. The backstop had a particularly impressive July, hitting .325/.435/.481 in 20 games. So why is Suzuki worth the hype? Career-highs in virtually every offensive category have the 23-year-old looking like a potentially dynamic MLB player. Underrated prospect in the Nationals system is OF Jeremy De La Rosa. Hall saw his 2021 season cut short due to a stress reaction in his elbow, but has returned looking as good as ever this season. A two-way player at East Carolina, the Cardinals drafted Burleson as an outfielder andas he explained to Just Baseballback in June, exclusively focusing on hitting has allowed him to take his offensive game to the next level while tapping into more power. The pitch breaks so much that it can be difficult to land for a strike, but Priester racked up a 45% chase rate with the offering while allowing almost no hard contact. He has seen action in all three outfield spots, but the majority of Cowsers starts have come in center this season. 3 starter, Height/Weight: 61, 210|Bat/Throw: R/R|IFA: $300K, 2017 (LAD)|ETA: 2023. Age: 20|Height/Weight: 62, 190|Bat/Throw: R/R|IFA: $2.6M (2018)|ETA: 2023. After 2020s layoff, Jung emerged with a tweaked set up and a swing geared for more lift. Burrows put it all together this year, carving through Double-A and holding his own in Triple-A. Bibees fastball velocity has jumped more than 3 mph this season, helping the rest of his arsenal play up as well. Theres no minor league pitcher with bag of pitches as deep and as nasty as G-Rod. Former Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles General Manager "Chatter Up!" There is a host of other players, from rising stars to veterans, who could be a little bit further down the pipeline. Causing the bat to go in and out of the zone quickly leading to weaker contact and more ground balls. He could probably benefit from getting the ball in the air a bit more (47% GB rate), though Hendersons ability to hit the ball hard to all fields and above average speed should have him routinely above average in the BABIP department. Flashing plus in the 86-88 mph range, Perezs sharp, late breaking slider is difficult for hitters to differentiate from his fastball until it is too late. Just 20 years old and already mashing in Double-A, some of the extreme risk around De La Cruz has been hedged ever-so slightly. For the first two months of the year, Maki looked like one of the best hitters in the league, with an OPS well above 1.000. Though the injury is unfortunate as we were all eager to see Jones make his pro debut, it should hardly delay his timeline assuming he is 100% by the start of next season. As Espino improved on his command, his strikeout rates continued to rise through the 2021 season and into 2022. A slightly above average runner, Valera is a good athlete who moves his feet pretty well along with an average arm. Combine the defensive versatility and switch hitting with a strong balance of bat-to-ball and intriguing game power, there is a lot to like with Rodriguez. The 22-year-old has added some strength over the years and has worked with the Dodgers to translate his high contact rate and impressive bat speed into more game power. Rodriguezs repertoire starts with his mid-to-upper 90s fastball with jump. Williams put his big tools on display in his first pro season, giving Rays fans plenty to look forward to. He struck out 156 batters in 130 innings and allowed just 98 hits. Not only has Mervis been the biggest breakout prospect in 2022, but hes also flat out been one of the best hitters in the Minor Leagues. Top 100 Prospects for FYPD Top 50 International Prospects Positional Dynasty Prospects Catchers First Basemen Second Basemen Shortstops Third Basemen Outfielders Pitchers Top 20 Prospects by Team TheDynastyGuru.com 2022 Top MLB Prospects Top 200 Overall Prospects Top 100 Overall Prospects for Dynasty Using RC+ 2 starter and he is in the right organization to keep developing on the mound quickly. Rafaela is an incredibly unique prospect for all of the right reasons. Though his power is above average at best, Rafaelas adjustments have helped him tap into it in games making his jump in HR/FB rate sustainable. Technically drafted as a shortstop, Johnson profiles as a second baseman and already saw the majority of his starts in Low-A at the position. With that being said, his patience and power offer a higher floor than most prospects and we will likely see him in LA next season. Aside form a slight stretch backwards, Henderson doesnt feature much hand movement with his load, allowing him to repeat his moves and timing. He's a 28-year-old, 5-foot-9 right-handed first baseman with a well-below-average glove and set of wheels. He finished the season with an 8-11 record and 4.22 ERA, playing a role in the Padres stunning collapse from being a strong contender in the National League West to missing the playoffs with a losing record. Theres 30+ homer pop to dream on with good on base skills and staying power at short. Even with the added power, Turang has still maintained his impressive contact rates while commanding the strike zone. 2 overall by the Rangers last year, Leiter received an aggressive assignment to Double-A where he showed flashes of his frontline upside, but really fought command issues. A slightly open stance with a rhythmic leg kick, Aranda has some of the best bat to ball skills in the minors. The right-hander has extreme confidence in the offering, using it in any count and locating it well. All teenage prospects are risky, but Colliers bloodlines, polish at the plate and elite makeup should have the Reds feeling good about the chances of converting their first round pick into an MLB piece. He threw a career-high 143 innings, finished with a 3.58 ERA and struck out 135. Lacking blocking fundamentals earlier in his career, Alvarez has made huge strides in preventing passed balls as well as receiving. High arm slot with a short arm stroke and lower half driven mechanics. 2022 Heritage Minors Adley Rutschman + Gunnar Henderson. Initially looking shaky in the early parts of his professional career, Baty worked hard to improve his footwork and agility and the improvements became noticeable in games. He has a tendency to get on his front foot on occasion, cutting off his swing a bit and leading to occasional top spin ball to right field. Meyer is an ultra-competitor who is not afraid to attack hitters and if he can improve his fastball shape, he projects as a middle of the rotation arm that will provide flashes of a bit more when hes on. Romo is already an advanced defender with a plus arm and earns high marks for the way he commands a game. All Rights Reserved. Even with the high floor, the 22-year-old still has plenty of upside to look forward to, flashing comfortably above average power to his pull side and an ability to drive the ball with authority to all fields. Westburg is quick to the ball which allows him to catch up to velocity and avoid cheating. Plus defense and speed headline Perazas exciting tools, but the kid can swing it too. While it may not feature the same movement as many of the sliders in modern-day baseball, Stones ability to throw it for quality strikes when behind in the count allows the offering to play up. Early in his collegiate career, Gasser operated in the upper 80s, using deception to get guys out from a low three-quarters release point. Because of his difficult to pick up release point, hitters struggle to differentiate Gassers fastball from his changeup until it is too late, helping it play up. Miller was seen as high-risk, high-reward pitching prospect out of Louisville with electric stuff, but a limited track record as a starter. Dominguez shedded some unnecessary weight last offseason, helping him move better in the outfield and on the bases, looking more like the plus runner he has was anticipated to be. When the pitch is working, it features good arm fade from Graceffos over the top release point. De La Cruz has a chance to be one of the most powerful switch-hitters weve seen. Pfaadt impressively lands the pitch for a strike 72% of the time using it as his go-to out pitch against righties, but also has enough confidence with the pitch to back door and back leg lefties. Meyer went to the pitch around 15% of the time in his 15 starts this season as a weak contact weapon even when it is not located perfectly. While the free-swinging aspect to Matos approach presents at least some risk, the combination of his bat-to-ball skills and room for growth within his frame give Matos exiting offensive upside. Colas found more consistency with his swing as the season went on, driving the ball in the air more frequently while using the whole field. It helps that Paradas load starts early though his athleticism and strong base allows him to repeat the moves. Ford reminds me a bit of Daulton Varsho. Drafted as a shortstop, Steer is capable of holding down the position if needed, but he projects more as a second or third baseman. The adjustment likely helps him keep his hands back longer while creating more tension/stored energy prior to uncoiling at launch. Its a big leap from the complex to Low-A and he handled it extremely well as a teenager. Upright stance with some weight on his back leg, Moreno starts his hands in a relaxed position then uses a barrel tip for timing. Turang has impressed scouts with his ability to hit and polish dating back to his high school days in Corona, California. If he can improve his command, then he could be given a different title someday down the road: big-league ace. Vargas made improvements defensively at the hot corner, providing more confidence that he is capable of playing average defense at third base, though that is likely his ceiling. A doubles machine due to his all-fields approach and swing that is geared for hard line drives, Mead has racked up 75 doubles along with 28 homers since the start of last season (180 games). Players. 3. Now starting slightly open with his stance, Campusano uses the toe-tap to close himself off and keep his weight back. The pitch sits in the mid 80s with sweep. Arguably the most advanced prep prospect in his class, Holliday has a chance to climb the minors relatively quickly thanks to his polish and approach to the game. Jones has the potential to be a true five-tool player in center field with an above average hit tool and possibly plus power. Best pitching prospect weve ever seen. Not far behind is Millers above average curveball which he has sharpened this season. The swing takes extreme body control and athleticism that Peraza has a ton of. A decent arm and pretty good mobility behind the plate, Herrera has the tools to be an above-average catcher. An early-summer slump brought him back down to earth, but Maki finished the season strong, compiling 36 doubles, 24 home runs, and 87 RBI. Youll see Williams often finish even his swing more upright than he started, which is a bit of a tell. Possessing electric stuff, its a matter of command for the tall and talented righty. Where he played in 2022: Japan NPB stats: .336 BA (417 AB), 21 HR, 1.007 OPS, 82 . Then, he took it a step further by setting the all-time single-season record for a Japanese-born player with 56 home runs. Simply put, there has never been a two-way player of his stature. Hovers with front leg to help keep weight back. Still with some more room to fill out, Marte has already produced exit velocities as high as 111 mph this season, reinforcing the potential plus power the young infielder has in the tank. This must have lit a fire under him, though, as he posted 4.6 WAR with a .296/.352/.409 slash across 130 games. An under-the-radar Tennessee prep prospect in the 2020 Draft, few pro scouts had seen Carter play. Batys stock has continued to rise as he has hedged his weaknesses and tapped into his strengths as he has progressed through his career. But he was even better this year, decreasing his strikeout rate from 29.2% to 21.5% and still maintaining the same power output. Arihara, 27, has a lot working in his favor as it pertains to coming stateside (something he reportedly has interest in doing). Cavallis upside rivals that of any prospect in the minor leagues, as he features three swing-and-miss offerings and the size and athleticism seen in big league aces. His swing at times can be a bit flat, but he has started to lift the ball with more consistency. Whenever Senga arrives, he has the potential to be at least a mid-rotation starter. That said, Abel also possesses a changeup that has flashed above average with arm-side fade. He showed more feel with his slider and also has a big breaking curveball. Vientos ability to crush heaters and changeups has helped him remain productive in Triple-A, specifically mashing lefties to the tune of .314/.397/.686 this season. The development of Burrows changeup has really helped him make the transition to the upper minors and the right-hander has the confidence to go to all three of his offerings in any count. 2023 Regular Season 2023 Spring Training 2022 Regular Season 2022 Postseason Important Dates Team by Team Schedule National Broadcasts. Like many young hitters, the high fastball has been an area of temptation that he has succumbed to, though I expect the talented hitter to quell his aggressiveness against better pitching in High-A. In addition, he's homered 90 times over the last two seasons, including 43 in 2019, which tied Neftali Soto for the most in the league. Age: 21|Height/Weight: 510, 170|Bat/Throw: S/R|IFA: $1.3M (2017) CLE|ETA: 2023. Nippon Professional Baseball, the world's second most prominent league, launched its season on June 19, three months after its original Opening Day plans were delayed due to the spread of the novel coronavirus. Matt Murton, Hanshin Tigers Legend & NPB "Chatter Up!" He should be an above average defender at the position. His arm is average at best, but he does a good job of getting himself in a good position to make strong throws by beating the ball to the spot. Initially viewed as a high-risk, high-reward power bat, Marte has a higher offensive floor than some may give him credit for. Among qualified batters, no player struck out fewer times. Hardly ever handing out free passes and attacking hitters with an assortment of pitches, Pfaadt has become one of the more fun pitching prospects to watch. Things clicked for, Williams in his fourth season, becoming the teams ace and one of the best pitchers in the country. Campusano has the goods to be at least an average hitter with above average power and on-base skills that keep getting better. Merrill enjoyed a growth spurt in his senior year of high school and seems to just be reaping the rewards of the added physicality. Ota has played in at least 100 games every year since 2017 and finished with double-digit home runs in his last four seasons. An advanced feel to swing the bat and elite defensive potential have PCA making up for lost time this season. Get away with it or B. Like many young hitters, Johnson tends to try to get into his pull side power a bit too much, causing him to be out and around the baseball. Naturally, the 20-year-old should start to impact the baseball with a bit more authority and should be able to tap into 20 homer power, but a 20/20 profile with a high batting average and staying power in center field seems like the most likely profile for Hassell. Only 39 percent of his pitches were in the strike zone, compared to a league-wide average of 48 percent. Jung has a chance to post a batting average in the high 200s, along with 25+ homers and average or better defense at third. If Ford struggles behind the dish like many of his high school catching predecessors, he has a really exciting bat and plus speed to fall back on. A testament to his polish and knack for hitting. Since Rodriguez has arrived to professional baseball, he has done nothing shy of dominating. The pitch can be above average and provides a rare look from Espino that isnt in the upper 80s or upper 90s. Slashing .281/.389/.500 in his 76 MiLB games this season, Casas provided a barometer of what we can expect from him at the big league level once he is fully developed. Romo has some similarities to J.T. Yoshida has a good approach and decent power. Peraza has a silky smooth right-handed stroke that features a big, slow and controlled leg kick and a clean barrel path that stays in the zone for a long time. Sakamoto is unlikely to jump to the majors, but Yamada just might. Kodai Senga dominated the game. Height/Weight: 63, 190|Bat/Throw: L/R|1st Round (4), 2021 (BOS)|ETA: 2024. The Japan Times LTD. All rights reserved. After leaving the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters to sign with the Los Angeles Angels in 2018 and earning American League Rookie of the Year in his first season, Ohtani was hampered by injuries in years two and three. A 13% walk rate and overall struggles to get ahead of hitters plagued Leiter this season, but few pitchers make their professional debut in Double-A. There isnt much more Stone can achieve in the Minor Leagues. The right-handers heater sits 96-98 MPH, reaching triple digits consistently. An above-average runner, Cowser covers plenty of ground in center field with long strides and solid closing speed. He has consistently posted solid HR/FB rates since his High-A breakout in 2019 and should see his power start to translate at the highest level as he gains more comfort. Despite projecting as an impact defender at shortstop, the Brewers have given Turang some making starts this season at third base, second base and even centerfield likely due to the presence of Willy Adames with the big league club. Some scouts were discouraged by Herreras receiving in the early going of his career and that will be something to monitor as he vies for big league reps next season. The 21-year-old has progressed with his command nicely and had only walked four batters in his first four starts in 2022 while striking out 35. He went fourth in the overall draft, and the Boston Red Sox took him on. He followed up his strong 2021 with another ridiculous season this year. Lees swing is almost identical from both sides of the plate, utilizing a simple set up and quiet load while relying on his impressive bat speed and added strength to produce impact. Most importantly, Miller set a career-high for innings pitched at any level, tossing 109.2 frames while maintaining his high-end stuff late into the season and late in games. For hitters, I've really started factoring in a prospect's hit tool more heavily. After an illustrious career at Campbell University where Neto hit over .400 in his three seasons, the first round pick received an aggressive assignment to Double-A where he did not blink. It has the potential to be a 70-grade offering if Jobe can find more consistency and tighten it. Already making an impact at the big league level, we still havent seen the best of Carroll. Seeing gains in just about every tool while demonstrating a veterans maturity at the plate, it is easy to see how the 21-year-old has become one of baseballs best prospects. Prospect Rankings Depth Charts MLB Players Association . A strong hitter with plenty of raw bat speed, Cartaya produces impressive exit velocities with ease along with a swing that is built for lift and carry. Stats. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2008-2023 The Cardboard Connection. A big guy, strong who focuses on staying compact to the ball and minimize his movements, Mervis has the confidence to catch up to velocity while possessing the body control and pitch recognition skills to pick up spin and drive it. He is quick enough to steal a handful of bases annually at the highest level. His offensive breakout makes it easy to overlook the fact that he can really defend behind the dish. Pfaadt sets the tone with his 93-95 mph fastball which has ticked up since last year. His profile is that of a right fielder, but in a pinch, he could likely play an average center field thanks to his reads and 70 grade arm strength. If Graceffo can develop a bit more of a feel for his changeup, he could be an average No. Working off of the fastball for Abel is a plus slider in the mid 80s with late, sharp downward bite. Yet another Yankees hitting development story, Dominguez made adjustments heading into the 2022 season and has looked like a completely different hitter. Paradas catching and throwing improved last season, though his blocking needs work and his arm is average at best. Its hard to argue with a hitter who posts an OPS above .900 from both sides of the plate and while Rodriguezs exit velocities are above average at best, his swing is designed to drive the ball in the air. Its always difficult to peg a breakout prospect and Ruiz in no exception. In three years as a Mariner, he was 15-24 with a 4.97 ERA. Despite the relatively late breakout, Shiomi is quickly emerging as one of the most well-rounded outfielders in Japan. A below-average runner, Luciano has fringy range and choppy actions that have marginally improved over the last year or so. He put up a 6.48 ERA in three 2022 spring training outings, mostly due to a tough day against the Philadelphia Phillies (2.2 innings, three home runs, five earned runs).
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