BSBWrites Top 100: Final Full Update of 2024

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For the first time ever, I’m going to be taking on the tall task of ranking the top 100 prospects in Minor League Baseball. Those of you who have followed my work in the past would have seen the previous top 50 lists I’ve done. These have always been a lot of work but, for the first time ever, I’ve needed to do a draft update to include the new prospects. While I was updating this list, I found it too difficult to shorten to 50 players. So, I decided to expand the top 50 to the top 100. The only catch is that just the top 50 players will have longer, more detailed write ups, with the following 50 players getting shorter write ups. This way, I can properly shed more light upon those who deserve it. Something else to note is that we already have some graduates, as the writing process for this article took about a month in total. Those players, along with any other future graduates, will be listed at the very bottom of the article.

The main thing that differs from our top prospect rankings is that once a player reaches the Major League Level, they are immediately removed from the list regardless of prospect statuses. This is in effort to recognize more players, and to not spend too much time treating players who may be blossoming into some of the game’s best as prospects. With this adjustment, more prospects will be recognized, leaving less to be overshadowed. This list will be fully updated three times in full throughout the year. This will include one full revamp right before the season begins in the later part of March, once around the All-Star Break to include players from the most recent MLB Draft, and once at the end of the MLB season. In my eyes, this is the best way to space out when we re do our lists to include the most talent possible. Updates will also be taking place right after a featured player is promoted to the big leagues, but only to fill that one space. The grade scale used will be 20-80 with 20 being well below average, and 80 being superstar potential. With around a months worth of work, and 22,592 words later, I am proud to present to you, The BSBWrites Top 100.

Prospect #1: Roman Anthony, OF, Boston Red Sox

Previously Ranked: #5 Overall | Improvement: +4

After having an absolutely incredible season to this point, Red Sox Minor League superstar Roman Anthony is the new BSBWrites number one prospect! During the early part of his career, Roman Anthony was a name that flew relatively under the radar as opposed to other superstars such as Jackson Holliday, and more taking the spotlight. Even in his own organization, Roman still flew under the radar. But now, a year later, Roman is the new number one prospect in the game. Anthony began his season with the Red Sox Double-A affiliate, the Portland Sea Dogs, and he would hit fantastically, posting a wRC+ of 140. He would then earn a call-up to Triple-A, where he’s currently hitting on par with his numbers at Double-A. Roman is truly a complete player, and his abilities have shown through this year at every level he’s played at. If you take a look back at his 2023 season, a very similar thing happened, where Roman raked at each level, flying up the system. There’s a good chance that Roman doesn’t spend much time as our number one prospect, as an MLB promotion could be coming incredibly soon. Anthony is truly a fantastic talent, and he’s deserving of the crown as baseball’s number one prospect.

Anthony, similarly to his Red Sox teammate Marcelo Mayer, has an incredibly easy to replicate swing. His sweet lefty stroke is easy to replicate, and it has the capability to produce high power, while also not sacrificing hard hit line drives. His good eye at the plate will be something special once he hits the big league level. Be on the lookout for Anthony to become one of the most dangerous hitters at the MLB level within the next year. Roman Anthony is my number one prospect, largely due to these factors, alongside his pure athleticism and projectability.

Prospect #2: Jackson Jobe, RHP, Detroit Tigers

Previously Ranked: #2 Overall | Improvement: 0

Jackson Jobe, the third pick in the 2021 MLB Draft, has really showed how good he can be through his first pro seasons. As I previously mentioned, Jobe was taken number three overall during the 2021 MLB Draft, and he would sign with the club for $6.9 million. Jobe had extremely high expectations coming out of the draft, as his almost 3,000 RPM slider was one of the best pitches the game had seen in years. Jobe would miss all of that year, but would show decent signs during the 2022 season. Fast forwarding to 2024, and Jobe has proved himself to be the best pitching prospect in baseball. Jobe would face an injury earlier this season that would sideline him for awhile, but he’s been fantastic since returning to the mound. So far, in Double-A, Jobe has posted a 2.14 ERA and a strikeout rate over 27% through 59 innings pitched. Jobe has struggled with walks some, but I’m certain he’ll figure it out. Jobe has touched triple-digits at times, which has been incredibly impressive from a prospect of his age.

Jobe’s pitch mix is one of the more effective mixes you’ll find in Minor League Baseball. With Jobe having an elite fastball on the mound, pairing that with his wipeout slider at almost 3,000 RPM is a dangerous combination. With high strikeout rates at every level so far, and limiting contact, Jobe is a dangerous pitcher to face. Given all of these factors, Jobe is easily the best pitching prospect in the Minors, and he legitimately could be the best overall prospect in the game as well.

Prospect #3: Walker Jenkins, OF, Minnesota Twins

Previously Ranked: #4 Overall | Improvement: 0

Walker Jenkins, the 5th overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft has certainly proved himself to be one of the better prospects in Minor League Baseball. Going into just minutes before the draft, Jenkins was projected to go as high as number one overall, but fell to the Minnesota Twins at number 5 overall. This was far from Jenkins’ fault, as he was the best high school prospect available, but fell anyways. He would earn a little over $7 million dollars in his signing bonus, which was the full slot value. Jenkins has faced his fair share of adversity this year with some injury concerns, but he’d put up a 139 wRC+, alongside more walks than strikeouts at Low-A. Jenkins would be promoted to High-A where he’s struggled a little more than he has previously. Although there still aren’t a large amount of statistics to take a look at, Jenkins is by far on the track to do great things. I remain impressed with Walker, and I just don’t see what he’s doing in any other MiLB player behind him in these rankings.

Jenkins’ rare combo of power, speed, and overall hitting ability will be a huge thing for him going forward. Jenkins’ ceiling is unlimited given his well rounded skills, especially as he continues to fill out. Keep in mind, Jenkins is just coming out of high school, so his physical makeup is only going to get better. With this much power at his age, there’s only room for improvement. Jenkins slots in here due to his overall raw abilities and the production he’s shown so far, and I believe he only has room to improve with time.

Prospect #4: Samuel Basallo, C/1B, Baltimore Orioles

Previously Ranked: #8 Overall | Improvement: +3

Samuel Basallo, an International Free Agent signing by the Orioles back in 2021, has shown his strengths in a huge way during the 2024 season. The Orioles knew they liked what they saw in Basallo, as he was given $1.3 million out of the Dominican Republic when he was really young. Basallo was solid during his 2021, and 2022 seasons, but nothing like how good he was during the 2023 season where he initially broke out. Moving into this year however, Basallo has put up incredible marks all across the board. In 101 games at Double-A this year, Basallo has hit 15 homers, slashed .283/.348/.451 with a .360 wOBA and a 125 wRC+. These numbers are fantastic, as Basallo has become the number one prospect in all of the Orioles farm system in my eyes. Basallo’s plate discipline is the main concern of his game, but he’s maintained an impressive strikeout rate under 20% to this point.

Basallo has one of the best eyes in all of Minor League Baseball, as his ability to seak out his pitch is a very important one. His ability to hit the ball hard to all fields is also huge, as he hits a lot of balls hard. Basallo is one of my favorite prospects to watch, especially because of how much room he has to grow. Basallo sees a slight bump in this updatem due to his fantastic production this year at the dish, and raw tools. Basallo has a shot to be one of the game’s biggest future stars, and I can’t wait to watch.

Prospect #5: Emmanuel Rodriguez, OF, Minnesota Twins

Previously Ranked: #12 Overall | Improvement: +6

Emmanuel Rodriguez, a star prospect in the Minnesota Twins organization, comes into this in the midst of a fantastic 2024 season. Rodriguez has spent all of his 2024 season in Double-A, as he’s played 37 games this year as well. During his time at Double-A this year, he’s hit 8 homers, walk rate just over 25%, and a 202 wRC+. Rodriguez has a really solid swing from the left-handed side of the plate. Even though he has high walk rates, I don’t think he is too hesitant to swing, as he still puts the ball in play a solid amount. With him not switching levels at all this year, there isn’t as much to talk about, but Rodriguez is an incredible hitter with a very bright future ahead.

Like I previously mentioned, Rodriguez has a mechanically sound swing that provides him with a lot of chances to succeed. Rodriguez also boasts his solid eye at the plate, which will forever help his on base percentage. Rodriguez slots in here because of his bat, and his skills at the plate. His hit tool is one of my favorites in this entire list, and I can’t wait to see him grow.

Prospect #6: Travis Bazzana, 2B, Cleveland Guardians

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Travis Bazzana, the highest ranking member of the 2024 MLB Draft class on the BSBWrites Top 100, has truly impressed everyone in the baseball world with his abilities so far. Cleveland picked Travis with the first overall pick in this year’s draft, where he ended up earning an amazing signing bonus of $8.95 million. During his final year of college baseball at Oregon State, Bazzana was incredible, hitting 28 homers, 16 doubles, slashing .407/.568/.911 with a 248 wRC+. As you can tell, these numbers are absolutely incredible, and they really speak to the volume of the kind of player Bazzana can be. Travis has spent 13 games at High-A so far, where he’s continued to hit. He’s posted a 135 wRC+ so far, but due to the limited sample size, there isn’t as much to talk about with Bazanna as some of the others on this list. One thing’s for certain, Travis Bazzana might just be the best pure hitter in all of Minor League Baseball, and he might be one of the top few prospects on this list by the next update.

Bazzana’s left-handed swing is incredibly quick, and easy to replicate, which is a great tool to have at this level. Travis has some of the best bat-to-ball skills of anyone on this list as well. When you pair this with his elite plate discipline and swing decisions, he’s without a doubt one of the top talents in Minor League Baseball, and I truly expect him to become a superstar in the near future. I’m fairly confident Bazzana has the best overall hit tool in this year’s draft, which is largely the reason he slots in here. I think Travis could continue to climb, but I want to see him face some professional pitching before I jump the gun.

Prospect #7: Marcelo Mayer, SS, Boston Red Sox

Previously Ranked: #10 Overall | Improvement: +2

Marcelo Mayer, a former 4th overall pick by the Red Sox in 2021, turned a lot of heads with his raw tools and talent. Mayer was one of the more hyped prospects during his draft class, as many expected him to go number one overall. However, he did not, and fell to Boston at number 4. Mayer is relatively known for his well rounded play, and solid tools across the board. Mayer began his 2024 season in Double-A, and he would hit fantastically. In 77 games, the 21-year-old hit 8 homers, with a 139 wRC+, and showing good plate discipline. He would be promoted to Triple-A shortly after, where we’re still awaiting to see him make his debut at that level as of the time I’m writing this. After seeing Mayer in person this year when he played my hometown Altoona Curve, I was even more impressed than I was before. He’s truly a spectacular talent, and I can’t wait to see what he does as he progresses through the Minor Leagues.

Mayer has some of the easiest mechanics in all of Minor League Baseball, as his smooth lefty swing and quick hands make him extremely effective. Mayer never appears as though he has to try at the plate, making his game just overall really easy. I’ve always had my reservations about Mayer, but after seeing him in person, these have been put to rest. Due to his quick bat, and raw tools, I feel comfortable placing him this high in this update of my list.

Prospect #8: JJ Wetherholt, SS/2B, St. Louis Cardinals

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

JJ Wetherholt, a first round pick by the St. Louis Cardinals with the 7th overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, has quickly become one of the more slept on prospects in the league. Ahead of this year’s college season, the Pittsburgh native was projected to be in the mix for the number one overall pick. However, due to an injury that sidelined him for most of the college season, Wetherholt fell straight into the Cardinals’ lap at pick number 7 overall. While most people have seemed to forget the true talents that JJ possesses, it’s important to remember just how good he is. He’s begun his professional career at Low-A, where he’s raked in the 17 games he’s played. He’s hit to a 124 wRC+, with a .369 wOBA, and incredible BB/K splits. Wetherholt has been hitting the ball incredibly hard for outs as well, so his 6% barrel rate, and 48% hard hit rate may be more telling. Wetherholt flat out rakes, and I can’t wait to see what he does as his pro career progresses.

JJ Wetherholt has one of the cleanest and best approaches out of anyone on this list. Not only is his swing fantastic, but he has shown incredible plate discipline to this point. Wetherholt’s ability to drive the ball in the gap and lay off of bad pitches will be a dangerous combination. Look for him to be an all-star in the future. On the surface, Wetherholt really isn’t that different from Bazzana, the only main difference is the pulled fly ball rates. Due to this, Wetherholt places very closely to Travis, but slightly below him.

Prospect #9: Charlie Condon, 3B, Colorado Rockies

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Charlie Condon, college baseball’s home run king, and this year’s number 3 overall pick by the Colorado Rockies, is one of my favorite prospects on this list by far. Condon is far and beyond the best power hitting prospect in the Minors, as he really showcased that this year at Georgia. Condon hit 37 home runs in just 60 games for the Bulldogs this year, which put him on pace to hit over 99 home runs during a 162 game season! While this may not be the most realistic thing at the MLB level, it’s still crazy that this is how Condon was pacing during his last year at Georgia. Oh, and he also hit, .433 with a .556 OBP, while slugging over 1.000. Condon also posted a wRC+ of 251! Condon was truly incredible, at Georgia, which led to him being picked by the Rockies in the first round of the 2024 MLB Draft, where he was paid an astounding $9.25 million. While Condon has yet to play a whole lot, he’s currently at High-A, and I look forward to seeing what he’ll do at the next level.

Condon’s approach is built for power, as there’s a reason he was referred to as “College Baseball’s Barry Bonds”, and I think this approach will do him wonders in Coors Field. Once Condon adjusts to professional baseball and settles in, he’s going to be a threat for 50 home runs a season at the big league level. Condon is truly a strong and talented player, and I can’t wait to see what his powerful, righty swing looks like in purple and black. Condon’s power is truly out of this world, which is the main reason he slides in here.

Prospect #10: Leodalis De Vries, SS, San Diego Padres

Previously Ranked: #44 Overall | Improvement: +33

Leodalis De Vries, the top international signer in 2024’s international signing class, has impressed player evaluators everywhere thus far. De Vries, a switch-hitting shortstop with all the potential in the world, looks to be taking the same path as Ethan Salas had following his international signing a few years back. De Vries is currently just 17-years-old, and playing at Low-A for the Padres, which is absolutely incredible. He was signed by the Padres for around $4.65 million dollars, which is a testament to what San Diego believes he can be given his age. So far this year, De Vries has played 75 games at Low-A, where he’s been incredible. He’s hit 11 homers, posted a BB% of nearly 14%, while also throwing up a 116 wRC+. Scouts have awed at his plate discipline, and pitch recognition, which will lead him to a lot of success as he continues along his professional journey. He’s also very fast in comparison to his elite bat, which when paired with one another, make for a dangerous combination.

Even though he’s just 17-years-old as of the time I’m writing this, De Vries has already impressed me with some of the best tools on this list, especially as he continues to grow into his body. His bat speed has really impressed me for his age, and when you add in the plate discipline with this, you can start to see the makings of a hitter who will do damage at the plate. It wouldn’t surprise me at all if De Vries ends up being in the top 5 of this list by the next time I update this, and I honestly fully expect the teenage phenom to be baseball’s number one prospect at a point in the near future. Due to all of this, I feel comfortable placing De Vries higher up than most people have to this point.

Prospect #11: Brandon Sproat, RHP, New York Mets

Previously Ranked: #47 Overall | Improvement: +35

Sproat, a right handed pitcher that the Mets have fallen in love with, has pitched incredibly well thus far. He’s a very interesting prospect, as he was a product of the Florida Gators during his college years. Also, Sproat was drafted two years in a row by the Mets, as they weren’t going to let him get away easily. Sproat has spent this year between A+ and AA, but he’s looked really solid at both levels. He’s spent the majority of his season with Binghamton, where he pitched to a K% over 33%, with an ERA under 2.50. Since then, he’s earned a call-up to Triple-A, where he’s struggled in limited time on the mound. He’s one of the more interesting types of pitchers on this list, as he likely profiles to be a #2-3 starter at best. But, he’ll still be darn good no matter how he’s utilized.

Sproat is a legitimate 4 pitch pitcher, and his arsenal is in an interesting place right now. His fastball has often touched the triple digits this year, but it’s shape is interesting. He isn’t a high IVB pitcher, but due to his release, his fastball may find some efficiency similarly to Paul Skenes. His curveball and changeup are both solid pitches, with his changeup especially tunneling well off of his heater. His slider may be more like a cutter, but it’s still super effective. Sproat will be a pitcher to keep an eye on in the next few year’s of his career. Due to his upside, Sproat slots in extremely high on my list.

Prospect #12: Colt Emerson, SS, Seattle Mariners

Previously Ranked: #42 Overall | Improvement: +29

Colt Emerson, a first round pick in last year’s MLB Draft, has shined ever since he made the jump to the professional scene. Emerson was one of the top prep bats in the draft, and some people were surprised to see him slip to the Mariners at pick number 22 overall. Scouts were slightly concerned about his size and projectability, as he comes in at just 6’1″, 190 LBS, which in today’s athletic culture, tends to be on the smaller side of things. This year, Emerson has spent most of this year in Low-A, where he’d go on to post an 18% BB%, alongside a .421 wOBA, and a 142 wRC+ in just 40 games. He would earn a promotion to High-A where he currently is, but he’s seen some struggles across his first 13 games. His eye is the thing that stands out to me, as his selections at the dish have always been solid. He has a quick bat, which will help him a lot in tougher counts. His power isn’t quite there, but it will develop with more time and as he grows into his body. This year, he headed back to Low-A, with hopes to climb the rankings later this year.

Emerson’s main trait is his raw ability with the bat, as I touched on earlier. His discipline is very good, as his ability to look for and hit his pitch will be increasingly valuable as he climbs the levels of the Minor Leagues. He’s able to work counts in his favor, and he stays alive till he gets his pitch. He plays solid defense, with a good speed trait, and his bat is just as good. If everything goes right this year, I could very easily see a world where he reaches Double-A before season’s end. Emerson’s amazing bat-to-ball skills are widely the reason as to why he’s this high on my list.

Prospect #13: Noah Schultz, LHP, Chicago White Sox

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 50 | Changeup: 55 | Slider: 65 | Control: 55 |

Previously Ranked: #29 Overall | Improvement: +15

Noah Schultz, a 6’9” left-handed pitcher in the Chicago White Sox organization, has made a huge name for himself during his 2024 campaign. Schultz, a former first-round pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, didn’t pitch during his draft year. Schultz has thrown the majority of his innings during this season at Double-A, where he has been absolutely incredibly. In this 45.1 inning stretch, Schultz struck out just over 28% of the batters he faced, while pitching to an ERA of just 1.59. Schultz dominated the hitters he faced, as he became a big asset to the White Sox future. Schultz is truly one of the best pitching prospects in all of the Minor Leagues, and I can’t wait to see him grow as a pitcher as he continues to make his way up the system.

Schultz attacks hitters with a decent fastball, but his real dominating factor is his sweeping-slider. It sits in the low 80s, and is a huge key to his strikeout numbers. Schultz also has a solid changeup under his belt as well to keep hitters off balance. Although Schultz hasn’t logged too many innings throughout his professional career, I truly believe he’s the best left-handed pitcher in the Minor Leagues without a doubt. The sky is truly the limit for Schultz, and I can’t wait to see what he does at the next level

Prospect #14: Colson Montgomery, SS, Chicago White Sox

Previously Ranked: #3 Overall | Improvement: -12

Colson Montgomery, a 2021 first round selection out of high school has looked really solid since joining professional baseball. As I previously mentioned, Montgomery was drafted in the first round in the 2021 MLB Draft, and some labeled him as a steal of a pick. Montgomery has spent all of his 102 games at Triple-A, where he hasn’t really impressed much to this point. He’s hit 13 homers, while striking out near a 30% clip. Not only this, but Montgomery has put up a less-than-impressive .318 wOBA, with a 83 wRC+. At this point last year, I really thought Colson Montgomery was a surefire all-star level player, but after his struggles in Triple-A, I’m beginning to slightly rethink this. Montgomery has also posted poor plate discipline numbers, which also scares me. But, Colson is still just 22-years-old, so he has plenty of room to grow and improve his abilities.

Prospect #15: Chase Burns, RHP, Cincinnati Reds

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Chase Burns, the second overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, debuts on the BSBWrites Top 100 as baseball’s 16th best prospect. Ahead of the draft, not many people expected Burns to go to Cincinnati, but the Reds were ready to pick him, as they didn’t think twice. Once he was drafted, Burns was handed a signing bonus of $9.25 million dollars. Though Burns has yet to pitch in professional baseball, he was absolutely dominant during his final college season at Wake Forrest. Burns would throw 100 innings, pitching to an ERA of just 2.70, with 191 strikeouts. Burns has yet to pitch in professional baseball, but I’m certain he’s going to dominate the second he touches the mound. However, his upside is truly going to be something to keep an eye on.

Burns possesses a lethal, 4 pitch mix, with the best of his arsenal coming through his fastball and slider, which have both received a 70-grade from me. Burns has touched triple-digits with his four-seamer, which when paired with his 70-grade, wipeout slider, makes for a disgusting 1-2 punch. Burns has arguably the most upside of anyone on this list, and I expect him to only continue to climb as he begins his professional career.

Prospect #16: Jac Caglianone, LHP/1B, Kansas City Royals

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Jac Caglianone, a two-way player from the University of Florida, looks to become the closest thing we’ve seen to Shohei Ohtani’s abilities yet in Major League Baseball. The LHP/1B phenomenon had a fantastic final year at Florida, where he’d hit 35 homers, slash .419/.544/.875 with a 219 wRC+. As you can see, these numbers are absolutelty incredible, especially when you remember that this was across just 66 games. As a pitcher, Caglianone had his moments, but he would ultimately look to be just solid, as he’d pitch to a 4.76 ERA, with 83 strikeouts in 73.2 innings. While I see Caglianone as a much better hitter, it’s hard to ignore his success both ways. Caglianone would go on to be picked by the Royals at number 6 overall, where he’d be given a signing bonus of $7.5 million dollars. Caglianone is just now beginning to play in professional baseball, but due to the small sample size, there isn’t nearly as much to cover on that side of things.

Caglianone is an extremely talented player on both sides of the baseball, but as I previously mentioned, I see him as a hitter first. While his swing is strong, and built for the home run, he tends to expand the zone and chase often. While he’s steadily improving, this is the one downside to his offensive game. As a pitcher, I view Caglianone as a 3-5 starter, with stuff closer to a high-leverage reliever. I believe Caglianone can make the two-way thing work, but it will take some serious time and dedication to make it work.

Prospect #17: Max Clark, OF, Detroit Tigers

Previously Ranked: N/A | Improvement: 0

Max Clark, a former first round pick by the Detroit Tigers in the 2023 MLB Draft, has really burst on to the scene during his 2024 campaign. Clark was given $7.7 million out of the draft, and he’s been worth every single penny to this point. Clark has spent the majority of his 2024 campaign in Low-A, where he flat out raked. He hit 7 homers, recorded a solid BB/K ratio, while also putting up a wRC+ North of 130. This was far more than I expected from Clark, as it appeared as though he was going to take some time to develop. Clark would be promoted to High-A shortly after his 70th game at Low-A. So far, he’s been fantastic, recording a 149 wRC+ in 21 games thus far. Clark is a tremendous hitter, and I fully expect him to continue to take strides as he finds his own in professional baseball. With some more time and development, Clark has a chance to be one of the top 10 prospects in baseball during the next update.

Clark, a former two-sport athlete in high school, is one of the best overall athletes inside of this top 100 list. Clark is incredibly fast, and he drives the ball hard into the gap often. While I was previously concerned about holes in his swing and approach, he’s put these rumors to bed this year, and truly left me with almost no more questions about his skills. I believe Clark is far better than I initially anticipated, and I fully expect him to keep making strides as he progresses throughout the Minor Leagues.

Prospect #18: Carson Williams, SS, Tampa Bay Rays

Previously Ranked: #17 | Improvement: -2

Carson Williams, the first member of the Tampa Bay Rays on this list, has risen up the prospect rankings very quickly in the past season. Williams was drafted in the later portion of the first round of the 2021 MLB Draft by Tampa Bay, and he’s seen himself develop beyond expectations. Most experts saw the selection of Williams as a reach, but they couldn’t have been more wrong. Williams has spent all 98 games during the 2024 season at the Double-A level, where he currently has 15 homers, 139 wRC+, and display good plate discipline. While Williams has reached Triple-A before the 2023 season finished, but it was likely in an effort to get him more playing time at the end of the year.

Coming out of the draft, Williams wasn’t the biggest power guy in most people’s eyes, but that narrative has completely changed since entering pro ball. With 23 homers across his 115 games this past year, he may have flipped the script on his game. And with 15 more in 98 games this year, I’m feeling convinced this is realistic for his future. His simple righty swing will be valuable going forward, along with a solid eye at the plate. All things considered, Williams is an easy choice to be inside of the top 20 prospects in the game.

Prospect #19: Bubba Chandler, RHP, Pittsburgh Pirates

Previously Ranked: #37 | Improvement: +18

Bubba Chandler, a former two-way prospect as well as a two-sport athlete, has made himself into one of the more intriguing Minor League pitching prospects the game has to offer. Chandler is one of the best arms in the Pirates system, but also MiLB as a whole. Chandler has played most of his 2024 season for the Double-A Altoona Curve, where he was fantastic. He’d pitch to a 3.70 ERA in addition to a strikeout rate around 30%. Chandler has since been promoted to Triple-A, where he’s shined in limited action thus far. However, I’d like to focus more on his raw stuff. With Bubba Chandler spending most of his 2024 with Double-A Altoona, I got to watch him up close a lot this year. I also had trackman access during his Curve debut, which made observing this start even more fascinating. His fastball is truly incredible, and it would likely grade out to be one of the better fastballs in the Majors if he debuted today. I often saw consistently easily reaching over 20 IVB, as well as getting solid HB around the 9-13 range. Also, it would often reach around 2,400-2,500 RPM. This fastball shape is phenomenal, and it would be almost unhittable to a hitter. His slider is also really good, as it gets some solid “cutter” like shape. I often saw it around 7 or so IVB, and -4 or so HB. His curveball and changeup both play up also, and with a fastball as good as his, everything else becomes harder and harder to pick out.

All things considered, on a raw movement scale, Bubba Chandler likely possesses one of the best fastballs in all of Minor League Baseball, which will he a huge tool for him going forward. His slider which ends up being more of a cutter is also extremely well thrown. As well as his changeup which plays well off of his fastball. By year’s end, Chandler might be a top 3 pitching prospect in the game.

Prospect #20: Cade Horton, RHP, Chicago Cubs

Previously Ranked: #13 | Improvement: -7

Cade Horton, the 7th overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, made his pro debut during the 2023 season, and he impressed a lot of people. Horton began his 2024 season at Double-A, where he would pitch just above 16.1 innings before he earned his next call-up. Horton would pitch in 4 separate games at Double-A, posting a 1.12 ERA, and a K rate just over 29%. Horton would then head to Triple-A, where he’s continuing his dominance. He’s struggled in 5 games, posting 7.50 ERA, 27.2% K rate, and a WHIP of 1.56. Horton currently remains at Triple-A amidst his struggles, but I have no doubt he’ll turn things around in the near future. However, his struggles against the best hitting he’s seen yet, have me asking more questions than I was before.

Horton is a 4 pitch starter, but his arsenal is mainly dominated by his fastball and slider combination. His fastball earned a 60 grade on my system, followed by a 70 grade slider. These two pitches led to a lot of his strikeouts. His changeup and slider are on the more average side of things, but they help to keep hitters off balance instead of just using his two best pitches. Due to his high potential, Horton sticks closer to where he was during the last update, but if he continues to struggle, look for Horton to find himself a little lower on this list with the next update.

Prospect #21: Hagen Smith, LHP, Chicago White Sox

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 60 | Slider: 65 | Splitter: 50 | Control: 55 |

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Hagen Smith, a talented left-handed pitcher from the University of Arkansas, debuts on the BSBWrites top 100 at the number 21 spot. Smith was drafted 5th overall by the Chicago White Sox, after a fantastic 2024 college season. Smith pitched to 2.04 ERA, with 161 strikeouts in just 84 innings during his final collegiate season. Smith was truly one of the most talented pitchers in the country, and he showcased this all throughout the year. Smith would go on to be nominated for the Golden Spikes Award, but after falling short to Charlie Condon, Smith would head into the draft on a high note. As previously mentioned, Smith was picked by the White Sox 5th overall, where he would eventually sign for $8 million dollars, which would be the highest ever for a left-handed pitcher in baseball history. While we’re still awaiting Hagen’s professional debut, it’s clear that the tools are there for Smith to be a perennial all-star in the future.

Smith attacks hitters with mainly three pitches, including a truly incredible fastball. Hagen can run it up to the high 90s, and even touch triple digits with the pitch. Hagen’s best pitch however, is his 65-grade slider, which absolutely decimates and confuses hitters at the dish. He has the ability to play with it’s shape also, throwing it more like a cutter as opposed to his usual sweeper shape. His splitter is serviceable, but will likely use some work to fully refine the pitch. Hagen is truly a talented pitcher, as his mechanics are smooth and easy to replicate. I fully believe in the stuff we see from Smith, as I think he could become one of the best pitchers in all of baseball in a very short amount of time.

Prospect #22: Matt Shaw, SS, Chicago Cubs

Previously Ranked: #30 | Improvement: +8

Matt Shaw, a first round pick by the Chicago Cubs in 2023, blossomed into a consensus top 100 prospect by most outlets as soon as he was drafted. However, I think Shaw is even better than that. Shaw signed for roughly $8.49 million after the draft, and with a deal done, it was time for him to play ball. Shaw hit really well in his first professional season, never recording a wRC+ below 120 during his first year. This year, Shaw has been just as good. Shaw began the year at Double-A, where he played a fantastic 86 games. He’d hit 14 homers, put up a BB% just over 12%, maintain a low K% of just 17.5%, while putting up a .387 wOBA, and a 147 wRC+. Shaw would earn a call-up to Triple-A, where he’s currently playing very well once again, hitting to a wRC+ just over 120. With Shaw hitting this well, the chance he earns a promotion in September is very possible, but I can’t wait to see what the future holds for him.

Matt Shaw was one of the more experienced college bats in the entire draft, and he proved that in pro ball. His easy, right-handed swing generates a lot of power and hard hit balls. He has a solid eye at the plate, and it should improve with time in pro ball. Shaw is a solid shortstop, but he will probably be moved to second base in the future. With this much versatility and raw talent, I fully believe Shaw to be one of the better prospects in all of the Minor Leagues.

Prospect #23: Felnin Celesten, SS, Seattle Mariners

Previously Ranked: #46 | Improvement: +23

Felnin Celesten, a member of the Seattle Mariners loaded farm system, looks to be one of the more intriguing names on this list. Celesten was the number 2 international prospect during the 2023 signing class, and the Mariners scooped him up for a crisp $4.7m. Due to his age, Celesten has gotten little experience in professional baseball so far, only playing at the Complex Leagues. One thing is for sure though, the switch-hitting shortstop flat out rakes. Celesten has played in 32 games so far this year, and he’s hit 3 home runs, driven in 27 runners, stolen 5 bases, posted a 12.5% BB%, 19.4% K%, slashed .352/.431/.568 with a .458 wOBA, and a 150 wRC+. Although Celesten hasn’t shown the power ability just yet, he’s one of the best pure hitters on this entire list. I’ll be incredibly interested to see more of Celesten as he works his way through the Minors, but I think we’re looking at a really solid prospect here.

Celesten has shown the ability to hit well to all fields, and he’s occasionally shown some serious power potential. Celesten has blasted a ball off of the batters eye in his career, and if he can start doing that more consistently, he has a shot to be very similar to Francisco Lindor. His speed is very good, and his fielding is solid. But, overall, Celesten is a fantastic player from head to toe.

Prospect #24: Kevin McGonigle, SS, Detroit Tigers

Previously Ranked: #48 | Improvement: +24

McGonigle, a former Comp-A pick by the Detroit Tigers in 2023, has looked really solid through his professional career so far. McGonigle was signed for around $2.85 million in the draft, and he’s been worth every single penny. This year, Kevin has played the majority of his games at Low-A, where he his 4 homers, drove in 37, stole 20 bases, put up a 12.9% BB%, 8.9% K%, slashed .326/.407/.470 with a .412 wOBA and a 150 wRC+.McGonigle was then promoted to Double-A, where he’s played well in limited time, posting a wRC+ of 113 through 14 games. McGonigle was always anticipated to be a solid player, especially given the fact that he was projected to be one of the steals of the draft last year, but I don’t think many people expected this rise to the top. McGonigle is likely one of the best pure hitters on this entire list which is a huge testimony to his game.

McGonigle’s main skill is his ability to hit the ball to all fields, and use tremendous plate discipline at the dish. His power isn’t tremendous, but it will certainly play at the MLB level. His fielding and speed are all solid tools as well. He honestly reminds me of another Tigers top infield prospect, Colt Keith, and I think that’s exactly who he profiles to be throughout his time in the Minor Leagues.

Prospect #25: Konnor Griffin, SS/OF, Pittsburgh Pirates

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Konnor Griffin, the number one high school prospect off of the board during the 2024 MLB Draft, debuts on the BSBWrites top 100 at the number 25 spot. Griffin was named the Gatorade National Player of the Year after coming off of an amazing senior high school season, where he blew scouts away. Griffin’s skills grabbed the attention of the Pittsburgh Pirates, who would select him with the 9th overall pick, where he’d receive a signing bonus of just over $6.5 million. Though Griffin has yet to play much in professional baseball, he’s currently playing his first few games in the FCL. Griffin is a physical specimen, as he comes in at 6-foot-4, 215 LBS, with a ton of athleticism on his side. While Griffin would never step foot on campus at LSU, many scouts and experts in the field agree that if he had, we’d be looking at the number one overall pick in the MLB Draft in a few years time.

As I touched on previously, Griffin is not only one of the best athletes in all of the 2024 MLB Draft, but he’s also one of the best athletes on this list as a whole. He’s extremely fast, and a good baserunner, which led him to get a 70 grade on his run tool from me. Griffin’s swing is very clean, and his overall raw power is something to be excited about. Pittsburgh plans to develop him as a shortstop for now, but I think he’s better suited as a center fielder. Regardless, look for Griffin to be one of the top Minor League prospects here in a few years time.

Prospect #26: Ricky Teidemann, LHP, Toronto Blue Jays

Previously Ranked: #6 | Improvement: -20

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 65 | Slider: 50 | Changeup: 65 | Control: 45 |

Ricky Teidemann, a former 3rd round pick back in 2021, has blossomed into one of the best left-handed pitchers in all of MiLB since joining the pro scene. After being drafted, he didn’t pitch at all in 2021, as the Blue Jays let him take the year off. His first year in pro baseball would be the next season in 2022, when he started out in Low-A. He’d pitch his way into Double-A during his first season, as scouts across the nation would begin to take notice of the things he was doing for the Blue Jays. After making a name for himself during the 2022 season, 2023 would be a big year for Teidemann. He would battle some injuries during the season, but he’d spend the most time in Double-A. In his 32 innings with the Fisher Cats, Tiedemann would pitch to a 5.06 ERA, but he would strike out almost 40% of the batters he faced. Ricky has pitched his way to Triple-A for 12 innings across the last two years, but due to some injuries he’s not had much action. Ricky has since gotten Tommy John surgery, which should sideline him at least another full season, if not until the beginning of the 2026 season. Due to his limited action and the possibility Teidemann won’t pitch until 2026, he had to be bumped down on the list quite a few spots.

Teidemann is by far one of my favorite prospects in the MiLB. His ability to balance his pitch mix is incredible, as his changeup is the perfect pitch to play off his fastball. My main concern is his walk problem, but with some work on control, he should be okay. But if not, you may see some issues arise in his future. When Ricky is on, he’s dangerous, but with some health concerns, he’s tough to place on this list.

Prospect #27: Josue De Paula, OF Los Angeles Dodgers

Previously Ranked: #22 | Improvement: -5

Josue De Paula, another young outfielder on this list, has really begun to make a name for himself in the prospect community. De Paula has now jumped another young outfielder in Lazaro Montes as well. Now, amongst those people who are familiar with these two players, they are compared to one another very often. Similarly to Montes, De Paula has some of the best raw tools on the board, and especially given his age of just 18-years-old, they will only improve like Montes. De Paula has spent most of his season in Low-A, where he showed signs of being a really strong prospect. De Paula hit just 6 homers across 55 games, while also posting a 13.5% BB%, and a 125 wRC+. De Paula has since been promoted to High-A, where he’s produced a 116 wRC+ in limited time. While De Paula is still a really young, and raw prospect, his raw tools are a fantastic sign of things to come.

While De Paula still has a way to go, he is still an incredible prospect on all cylinders. Given the fact that he’s just 18-years-old, his ceiling is incredibly high, and his future is very bright. De Paula really only dropped in this list simply to the fact that we have a lot of newcomers due to the draft, otherwise he’d still be just as high. Similarly to Montes, make sure you get on the bandwagon before it’s too late.

Prospect #28: Lazaro Montes, OF, Seattle Mariners

Previously Ranked: #19 | Improvement: -9

Lazaro Montes, a Seattle Mariners outfielder, may be a name that not many people will recognize, as he’s flown significantly under the radar in most lists. Montes has spent the most time this season at Low-A, where in 65 games he’d hit 13 homers, 13.9% BB%, and a 148 wRC+. Montes was incredibly good during this stint, which was great to see given his age of just 19-years-old. Montes has since been promoted to High-A, where he’s continued his dominance. In 39 games, he’s hit to a 111 wRC+. Although these metrics aren’t as good as his time in Low-A, with Montes being so young and his raw talents being off the charts, he only has room to improve.

Montes has some of the best raw talents you’ll find in the top half of this list. His overall ability to hit well, mixed with power which would produce over 32 homers at a 162 game rate, should be catching more eyes across the levels. He’s often referred to as “Baby Yordan”, as he compares well to Yordan Alvarez. Just like De Paula, Montes really only dropped due to the large amount of new prospects entering the list, but I look for him to be even higher again in the future. With his age, his tools will only improve, so make sure you jump on the Montes bandwagon before it’s too late.

Prospect #29: Xavier Isaac, 1B, Tampa Bay Rays

Previously Ranked: #39 | Improvement: +9

Xavier Isaac, a former first rounder by the Tampa Bay Rays in 2022, was often seen as a reach when he was first chosen. But, since making his way into pro baseball, this is not the case. When we focus in on his time with Low-A, where he spent the majority of this season, we see how talented of a hitter he could be. In 71 games, he hit 15 homers, 12.3% BB%, .411 wOBA, and a 155 wRC+. Isaac regularly posted exit velocites above 110 MPH, which is a super impressive sign to see. Isaac has since earned a promotion to Double-A, where he’s preformed well in 16 games, putting up a 113 wRC+. Isaac is still very young, coming in at just 20-years-old, so he has plenty of time to grow.

Isaac is a player I love watching hit, and he’s truly talented in all aspects of the game. From high exit velocities, to working favorable counts, Isaac is genuinely one of the most talented players the game has to offer.

Prospect #30: Andrew Painter, RHP, Philadelphia Phillies

Previously Ranked: #14 | Improvement: -17

Andrew Painter, a first round selection during the 2021 MLB Draft, has become one of the better pitchers in all of Minor League Baseball. He’s struggled with injuries badly, which is why he’s fallen on my lists, but when he’s healthy he’s one of the better pitchers on this list. Since Painter did not pitch at all last year, I will be focusing more on his raw talent and stint at Double-A in 2022. In this stint, Painter pitched to a 2.54 ERA, with an almost 34% K%, and a 1.8% BB%. His last stint in pro baseball was incredible overall, but the fact he can’t stay healthy is what will hurt him. As for how he’ll be in the future, we’ll just have to wait and see.

Painter’s overall raw tools are some of the best I’ve seen in awhile. His control is phenomenal, and his ability to pair his very good fastball with his strikeout breaking pitches is really a sight to see.

Prospect #31: Harry Ford, C, Seattle Mariners

Previously Ranked: #27 | Improvement: -5

Harry Ford, a former first round pick by the Mariners in 2022 and World Baseball Classic hero for Great Britain, has begun to climb the rankings more and more the last few years. Ford was drafted in hopes to be the Mariners next big hitting prospect, and he might just be that. He’s spent all of this season with the Double-A affiliate of the Seattle Mariners, where he put up really solid numbers. Ford has played 99 games, and hit 7 homers, 14.1% BB%, and a 119 wRC+. Ford’s plate discipline has been solid, but he’s taken a slight step backwards due to facing better pitching. With Ford only playing at one level this year, there’s not that much to discuss numbers wise, but Ford has taken huge strides this year.

Ford has a swing that’s built for extra base hits. His unique speed for the catcher position will also help him turn singles into doubles, and it’s done just that. Ford is also a solid catcher, but needs some work. With his swing, and his unique speed at the catcher position, the sky is the limit for Ford in the big leagues.

Prospect #32: Aidan Miller, 3B, Philadelphia Phillies

Previously Ranked: NR | Improvement: 0

Aidan Miller, a first round pick by the Philadelphia Phillies during the 2023 MLB Draft, has really been making a name for himself this year. Out of the draft, everyone knew Miller was talented, but I don’t think people expected Miller to be this good. Miller began the season at Low-A, where he was incredible. He hit 5 games, walked just over 14% of the time, while also recording a .418 wOBA, and a 154 wRC+. After that 39 game stint in Low-A, the Phillies would promote him to High-A, where he’s been just as good. In 50 games, he’s hit 5 homers, walked 12.4% of the time, while slashing .253/.356/.433 with a .364 wOBA and a 126 wRC+. As you can see, he’s been worth every penny of his $3.1 million dollar signing bonus so far this year. Miller is one of my favorite hitting prospects, and he’s definitely going to be a name to watch on these lists for years to come.

Miller boasts a strong, right-handed swing, which allows him to drive the ball hard into gaps, occasionally tapping into some serious power. With Miller still being just 20-years-old, and already tapping into this power, I can only imagine he has more room to grow. I think Miller is one of the more talented players on this list, and I could easily see him continue to fly up these rankings.

Prospect #33: Kyle Teel, C, Boston Red Sox

Previously Ranked: 34 | Improvement: +1

Kyle Teel, a Red Sox first round pick in 2023, and who they hope to be their catcher of the future, has looked really good during his first full professional season this year. Teel, a really strong catcher drafted out of Virginia University, has all the makings to be a star. Teel would spend most of this season at Double-A, where in 84 games, and he was great. Teel hit 11 homers, posted a BB% of 12.6%, and a wRC+ of 143. Teel would also slash .298/.390/.462 with a .387 wOBA. This is also where I saw Teel up close and personal, as he really impressed me when he played against my hometown Altoona Curve. The Red Sox have since made the call to give Teel a shot at Triple-A. While Teel has yet to play in many games, I’m confident in his abilities, and that they’ll continue to develop even further at this level. Teel is something special, and I can’t wait to see what happens next with him.

Teel is a really special hitter all around. Teel’s swing is similar to others in this list in the sense that it’s built for line drives and balls in the gap. Teel has done just that, but I still believe his power will develop more down the line. Although he hasn’t shown that yet, it’s definitely inside of him. His pop time however carries his defense as a catcher, as his framing and receiving could use some work. However, Teel is a huge threat to face, and I look forward to seeing more of him in 2024.

Prospect #34: Braden Montgomery, OF, Boston Red Sox

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Braden Montgomery, yet another member of the 2024 MLB Draft’s first round, slides into this list for the first time at number 35 overall. Braden is a freak athlete, with one of the best overall games in this entire list. During his final year at Texas A&M, he’d end up hitting 27 homers in 61 games, while also slashing .322/.454/.733, with a 1.187 OPS, and a 174 wRC+. Montgomery, a switch-hitting beast out of the Texas A&M, was one of the more well rounded players in all of the draft, and some publications had him going as high as fourth overall in the draft. However, due to a broken ankle, Montgomery would end up sidelined for the rest of the year, thus tanking his stock far enough for Boston to scoop him up at pick number 12. Montgomery would go on to sign for $5 million dollars, and he’ll likely be worth every single penny. While we’re still anxiously awaiting Braden’s professional debut, I can’t wait to see what he ends up accomplishing.

As I previously mentioned, Montgomery has one of the best overall skillsets in this entire list. His switch-hitting approach at the plate, allows for a powerful swing on both sides. Montgomery has unreal power, but unlike some hitters, he doesn’t exchange that for fewer trips to first base. Instead, he balances them both. Montgomery is truly talented, and I can’t wait to see what he does next.

Prospect #35: Termarr Johnson, 2B, Pittsburgh Pirates

Previously Ranked: 16 | Improvement: -20

Termarr Johnson, a first round pick by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2022 MLB Draft has had quite the impact on the franchise thus far. Johnson was drafted 4th overall during that draft, with many people saying he had the best raw power and hit tool in the entire draft. Johnson would sign with the Pirates for $7.2 million, and he’s continuing to prove his worth day in and day out. This past year, he’s played all of his 108 games at High-A, where he’s hit 13 homers with a 123 wRC+. Though Johnson started out the year extremely slow, he’s picked things up as of late. Though, due to his iffy plate discipline at best, Termarr has seen a significant drop in my rankings. But, Termarr is still just 20-years-old, and he has all of the potential in the world.

The main thing that jumps off the page when it comes to Termarr Johnson is obviously his high power grade. Johnson has the ability to find often, loud barrels at the plate, which is a huge key to his success. With the ability to play a solid second base, and a decent speed tool as well. Overall, Johnson’s unique power/contact combo makes him a big threat in year’s ahead.

Prospect #36: Cam Smith, 3B, Chicago Cubs

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Cam Smith, one of the best power hitters in all of this year’s MLB Draft, slides into the BSBWrites Top 100 at number 37 overall. Smith was one of two Florida State Seminoles to be taken in the first round of the MLB Draft, as he’d be a big part of their College World Series bid this year. Smith would be amazing in his final year, hitting 16 homers, slashing .387/.488/.654 with a 1.142 OPS, and a 183 wRC+ in 66 games. While Smith his fewer homers in college this year than others on this list, he remains as one of the most powerful names in all of the Minor Leagues. When watching him, it’s easy to see how he gets this reputation. Smith would go on to be taken 14th overall by the Chicago Cubs, where he’s since gotten his first taste of professional baseball for the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. In 13 games thus far, Smith has hit 5 homers in his last 5 games, while also posting a 210 wRC+. While it’s still early, all of these things are great signs to see for Cubs fans.

As I mentioned, Smith has one of the stronger and more powerful swings you’ll ever see, as his setup, and approach are both built for the long ball. He’s incredibly strong, as he often posts eye-popping exit velocities, which helped catch the eyes of many people all across the industry. Smith tends to get a little aggressive, but it’s not something I’m concerned about just yet. All things considered, Smith is going to be a staple in the corner infield for years to come in the Windy City.

Prospect #37: Edgar Quero, C, Chicago White Sox

Previously Ranked: NR | Improvement: 0

Edgar Quero, one of the better catching prospects in all of baseball, debuts on the BSBWrites Top 100, here at number 38 overall. As some of you may recall, Quero was a key piece of the trade that sent Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez to the Angels last year, and I’m fairly confident that Los Angeles is regretting this move. Quero began his 2024 season at Double-A, where he looked really good in the 72 games he played. He hit 12 homers, while slashing .275/.360/.463 with a .381 wOBA, and a 144 wRC+. After this stint, the switch hitting catcher would be promoted to Triple-A, where he’s looked very good through his first 23 games at the level. He’s hit 4 homers, posted a 13.3% BB%, slashed .313/.408/.506 with a .406 wOBA, and a 139 wRC+. Quero was someone I’ve considered for these lists for a few updates now, but he’s just missed the cut every single time. However, this time, that is certainly not the case. The 21-year-old catcher has finally cemented himself as a top 50 prospect in my eyes.

Quero’s main draw is his switch-hitting bat, which allows him to drive the ball for power, without losing much in his plate discipline. As you’ve probably seen, this is a huge factor I look for when projecting Minor League Prospects, and Quero has this tool in a big way. Quero isn’t the best defender, and he isn’t exactly the quickest player you’ll ever see. But, the ball jumps off his bat. I wouldn’t be surprised if he doesn’t stick at catcher, but wherever he ends up, you can expect to see a solid big leaguer here in Edgar Quero.

Prospect #38: Arjun Nimmala, SS, Toronto Blue Jays

Previously Ranked: #40 | Improvement: +1

Arjun Nimmala, a first round pick in 2023, has the chance to make Major League history the first time he steps on the field at that level. Arjun has the chance to become the first Indian born player to ever make the Major Leagues, which is some added pressure. He’s already become the first Indian born player to be picked in the first round also. But, Arjun is the definition of a player who does everything well, and is extremely balanced when it comes to his game. He has fantastic bat speed, and an incredibly projectable skillset. Arjun has been amazing this year in 69 games at Low-A to this point, where he’s hit 14 homers, walked 8.2% of the time, while also recording a .369 wOBA, and a 124 wRC+. Nimmala has been one of my favorite players to watch this year in the Minors, as his swing is good enough to watch on repeat. While he still has a long way to go, look for Arjun’s name to become even more recognizable in the future.

As I previously mentioned, Nimmala’s bat speed and raw talents are all very projectable, making him a true asset to the Blue Jays organization. Since he was a high schooler, Nimmala worked with Francisco Lindor in Florida, which is a testament to his skill level. It’ll be interesting to see how he finished his first full pro season, but for now, Nimmala is one of the most exciting players on this list.

Prospect #39: Chase DeLauter, OF, Cleveland Guardians

Previously Ranked: #20 | Improvement: -20

Chase DeLauter, a former first round pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, has truly made a name for himself since jumping on to the professional scene. DeLauter has unfortunately been sidelined for most of the year, but when he’s been on the field, he’s done some damage. DeLauter played 30 games at Double-A, where he’d hit 5 homers, walk around 11% of the time while maintaining a strikeout rate near 15%, while also putting up a .345 wOBA, and a 116 wRC+. Cleveland would then decide he’s had enough time in Double-A, because they’d promote him to Triple-A after this 30 game stint. DeLauter is playing his first Triple-A series as I’m writing this, but I look forward to seeing how he does in the near future.

DeLauter provides a lot of offensive upside, paired with solid plate discipline, making him an easy choice for a spot on this list. DeLauter gets a lot of hate for his unorthodox finish to his swing, where he doesn’t really finish fully, but with the numbers he’s put up, it’s not that big of a deal. If everything goes right, DeLauter will be a great hitter as he climbs the rankings, transitioning into a fantastic future big leaguer.

Prospect #40: Owen Caissie, OF Chicago Cubs

Previously Ranked: #24 | Improvement: -17

Owen Caissie, a trade acquisition by the Chicago Cubs in exchange for Yu Darvish, has been worth every bit of this deal so far. When he was brought over to the Cubs, many scouts and experts thought that Caissie was unestablished, but had a strong future, and they’re starting to see that future develop. Caissie has spent all of the 2024 season in Triple-A with the Cubs, where he’s put up some solid numbers. In 103 games, he’s hit 13 homers, put up a 13.2% BB%, slashed .265/.365/.437 with a .360 wOBA, and a 110 wRC+. While I still believe Caissie is going to be a star, his offensive drop off from his 2023 season is staggering, which is why he dips slightly. However, he’s still put up pretty good numbers this year, so I’m really not worried.

Heading into the season, the Cubs future outfield was mainly structured around Pete Crow-Armstrong, but I honestly think Caissie outplays PCA in some areas. Caissie has seen developments all across his game, but especially in his power. His power stroke combined with no sacrifice of fewer balls in play is a huge advantage he has, especially to continue to have the eye he has. Caissie is far from a complete project, especially defensively, but he is hugely underrated, and deserves to be in this spot.

Prospect #41: Dalton Rushing, C/1B, Los Angeles Dodgers

Previously Ranked: #41 | Improvement: -1

Dalton Rushing, a consensus top 50 prospect among most outlets, has blossomed himself into becoming one of the top prospects the Dodgers have to offer. Rushing was drafted in the 2nd round of the 2022 MLB Draft, and Rushing has been fantastic since. He began the season with the Dodgers Double-A affiliate, where he played a fantastic 77 games. Rushing hit 17 homers, 11.4% BB%, while also posting a wRC+ of 148. He’s since been promoted to Triple-A, where he’s recorded a 140 wRC+ through his first 16 games at the level. Rushing has been a truly incredible hitter this year, and I believe he’s only unlocked a fraction of his potential.

Rushing is a very talented hitter, as his swing consistently produces hard hit balls across the diamond. His power is by far the most impressive part of his game, as his 19 homers in 93 games would produce 33 homers in a 162 game pace. Rushing still needs a lot of improvement defensively, but he probably will move to first base in the future.

Prospect #42: Luke Keaschall, 2B/OF, Minnesota Twins

Previously Ranked: NR | Improvement: 0

Luke Keaschall, a second round pick by the Minnesota Twins during the 2023 MLB Draft, has really come into his own since making his way into professional baseball. Keaschall was someone who scouts were high on out of the draft, but I don’t think anyone expected him to be this good. So far this season, he began the year at High-A, where he played in 44 games, hit 7 homers, walked more than he struck out, while also slashing .335/.457/.544 with a .459 wOBA, and a 186 wRC+. After this absolutely incredible stretch, Minnesota promoted him to Double-A, where he’s continued his dominance. In 58 games, he’s hit 8 homers, posted a 12% BB%, slashed .281/.393/.439 with a .385 wOBA, and a 137 wRC+. While it seems as though Keaschall has been amazing this year, I truly believe he’s just getting started.

Keaschall’s swing reminds me a lot of Isaac Parades’ swing, but he has an approach similarly to Jacob Wilson. If he could end up being close to either one of these players, I’m sure Minnesota will be thrilled. His power has some room to develop, and his defense has a way to go also. But, Keaschall has a chance to be one of the best pure hitters in all of Minor League Baseball.

Prospect #43: Brady House, 3B, Washington Nationals

Previously Ranked: #25 | Improvement: -19

Brady House, a former Nationals first round pick in the 2021 MLB Draft, has continued to impress fans all year. House was always regarded as a good hitter, but he took that to new heights in the last two years. House started out in Double-A, where he played in 75 games. House hit 13 homers, 7.8% BB%, 108 wRC+, and a .333 wOBA. The Nationals would like what they saw in House and his approach, as they promoted him to Triple-A after this 75 game stretch. House is currently just over 30 games deep into his Triple-A career, where he’s trended more towards league average. He’s put up a 92 wRC+ thus far, which is definitely a drop off from his time in Double-A. While I still believe House is an incredibly talented and special player, I feel like due to him playing closer to league average, I had to drop him a little bit in this list.

House was one of the prospects I was lucky enough to see in person a few times in Altoona, and he blew me away. House didn’t seem to chase much, and played above what his BB-K ratio would suggest of his plate discipline. All of his contact was very loud, and hit very hard. House’s simple swing will also help him when it comes to hitting velocity, something he’ll see more of soon.

Prospect #44: Jonny Farmelo, OF, Seattle Mariners

Previously Ranked: #45 | Improvement: +0

Farmelo, one of the Mariners few first round picks during the 2023 MLB Draft , has really made a name for himself during the 2024 season. Farmelo was picked by the Mariners with the pick they earned from the ROY campaign of Julio Rodriguez, and he was signed for $3.2m. Farmelo has been worth every single penny. Farmelo has played in 46 games thus far. where he’s hit 4 home runs, driven in 25 runners, stolen 18 bases, posted a 16.3% BB%, a 23.5% K%, .264/.398/.421 slashline with a .392 wOBA, and a 124 wRC+ to this point. Farmelo has shocked a lot of people with his tools so far this year, as most people saw his fellow first rounder Tai Peete as the better player. However, Farmelo has put this narrative to rest, as he’s hit like the hitter we all knew he could be this year. Farmelo has shown tremendous plate discipline for a player of his age and caliber, and there’s a good chance that with more time he’ll shoot up this list in no time.

Farmelo is a pretty well balanced player, as his swing is built for line drives to the whole field. Farmelo has also shown that his speed can allow him to stretch almost any ball in the outfield to a potential extra-base hit. Farmelo’s power is still very raw, but he may not profile to be a 30 home run hitter. Still there’s a really good chance Farmelo is a top 30 prospect in all of baseball within the next year’s time frame.

Prospect #45: Nick Kurtz, 1B, Oakland Athletics

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Nick Kurtz, a standout first baseman from Wake Forest University, slides into the BSBWrites Top 100 for the first time ever at spot number 46. During his last year at Wake, Kurtz impressed many people across the baseball world, as he was absolutely incredible. In 54 games, Kurtz would hit 22 home runs, posting a 78:42 BB/K ratio, while also slashing .306/.531/.763 with a 1.294 OPS, and a 208 wRC+. Ahead of the MLB Draft, Kurtz was seen dropping to somewhere between picks 7-10, however, Oakland would like him enough to draft him the 4th overall pick. He’d go on to sign for $7 million, where he’s since been incredible in his first taste of professional baseball. He’d put up a 273 wRC+ in High-A, and putting up a 128 wRC+ in Double-A.

Kurtz is an incredible strong first baseman, who’s drawn some incredible player comparisons to this point. His strong, athletic frame, and the way he elevates the ball have reminded people of Baseball Hall of Famer Jim Thome. While Kurtz still has a ways to go, this is a great sign to see early on.

Prospect #46: Bryce Rainer, SS, Detroit Tigers

Previously Ranked: N/A (Drafted in 2024) | Improvement: 0

Bryce Rainer, one of the top high school prospects in this year’s draft, came into the season looking to do some damage, and raise his stock. Ahead of his senior season at Harvard-Westlake Rainer was well known by scouts, but widely considered to be the third or fourth best prep prospect in the nation. However, after a strong season, Rainer was widely considered to be the most complete high schooler in the draft. With Konnor Griffin heading off the board at the 9th overall pick, the Tigers would scoop up Rainer with the 11th overall pick in the draft. Rainer would take home a signing bonus just shy of $6 million dollars, as the Tigers would pair him with Max Clark to round out their future core. Rainer is set to make his professional debut any day now, and it’ll be fun to see what’s in the cards for his future.

Rainer is full of tools, and very athletic. Coming in at a frame of 6’3″, Rainer already has the frame to be a superstar shortstop. His bat is incredible solid, as he’ll hit line drives to all fields, occasionally tapping into some serious power. His glove is also solid, and when paired with his speed, his range is tremendous. Rainer should do some damage immediately after entering professional baseball, and I look forward to seeing it unfold.

Prospect #47: Roderick Arias, SS, New York Yankees

Previously Ranked: #33 | Improvement: -15

Roderick Arias, a former top international signer from the Dominican Republic, posseses all the tools to be an MLB superstar someday in the near future. He already has a lot of hype riding behind him, as the Yankees gave him $4 million to sign with them. Since signing, Arias has become a superstar. Arias has spent all of this year in Low-A, where he’s preformed to an above-average rate. Arias has played in 112 games thus far, where he’s hit 11 homers, while posting an 11.8% BB%, and also putting up a .340 wOBA with a 106 wRC+. While Arias seems to be taking strides in his power development, his eye might be suffering, as he’s posted an alarming strikeout rate of nearly 32%. Due to this, Arias slips a solid amount on this update. However, I still think Arias has as much potential as anyone on this list.

Arias possesses some of the best bat-to-ball skills on this entire list, as some people even think he has a chance to project to be better than Jasson Dominguez. As Arias continues to rise on this list, his on-base skills will continue to show themselves to the world. With his elite bat-to-ball abilities, and other skills, Arias is a perfect prospect to attempt to project.

Prospect #48: Brayden Taylor, 3B/SS, Tampa Bay Rays

Previously Ranked: #49 | Improvement: +0

Brayden Taylor, a first round pick by the Tampa Bay Rays during the 2023 MLB Draft, is really starting to blossom into the player we all knew he could be once he reached professional baseball. Taylor was one of my favorite prospects of last year’s draft, as the TCU star has shown amazing tools to this point. Taylor has the majority of this season thus far at High-A, where he was phenomenal. In 84 games, he hit 14 home runs, recorded a 15.9% BB%, 24.8% K%, .269/.389/.513 slash line, with a .408 wOBA, and a 153 wRC+. The Rays would then promote Taylor to Double-A, where he’s seen some struggles in 17 games, posting a 96 wRC+. As you can see, Taylor is incredibly talented, and as he matures even further as a professional hitter, I’d expect him to slide up this list. Taylor profiles as a third baseman in the future, where he would end up as one of the best in all of our game.

As I mentioned before, Taylor has a solid amount of power although it isn’t the key focal point of his game on the field. He has a really quick bat, with solid direction in his swing. His pull-side power will be the place where he’ll shine the most, but he’ll use all fields to the best of his advantage as he matures.

Prospect #49: Cole Young, SS/2B, Seattle Mariners

Previously Ranked: #11 | Improvement: -39

Cole Young, another star middle infielder on this list, really impressed a lot of people in the pro baseball world during his 2023 season. Young, a first rounder back in 2022, came into baseball extremely hot. Many people felt like this was just an unrealistic pace for Young to play at, but he’s played close to the same level in 2024. Young has played all season at Double-A, where the 20-year-old has been great. Young has played in 107 games at Double-A, where he’s hit 8 homers, recorded a 12.2% BB%, just a 15.5% K%, slashed .264/.361/.389 with a .350 wOBA, and a wRC+ of 115. While Young has taken a step back, I don’t think it’s anything to be concerned about, as he still looks very good.

Cole Young is an incredibly talented hitter, as his ability to limit strikeouts and put the ball in play is very valuable as he climbs the MiLB ladder. As well as limiting strikeouts, Young has very good bat-to-ball skills which will help him a lot throughout his career.

Prospect #50: Christian Moore, 2B, Los Angeles Angels

Christian Moore, one of the more talented second baseman on this list, takes the number 51 spot on the BSBWrites Top 100. Moore has a fantastic swing, which allows for base hits as well as long homers. His defense and speed are both serviceable, and I project Moore to be a very solid big-leaguer soon. With all the raw talent in the world, I look for Moore to shoot up this list within the next year, as long as the Angels don’t fast track him like they tend to do with their top prospects.

Half-way Point

Now that we’ve covered the first 50 prospects, we’ve officially reached the half-way point. The player profiles will now change slightly, focusing on more of the raw tools and evaluation for each player, rather than full write-ups including stats and history. This is in an effort to emphasize the best talents on this list, while also creating a drastic difference between a top 20 prospect, and a top 100 prospect. When players cross into the top 100, they’ll get a longer, more detailed write-up. But without further ado, let’s take a look at prospects 51-100.

Prospect #51: Blake Mitchell, C, Kansas City Royals

Blake Mitchell, a former Royals first round pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, looks to be one of the better catchers in all of Minor League Baseball so far this year. Mitchell is a very talented hitter, as his lefty stroke allows for consistent barrels. A disciplined hitter, Mitchell takes his time to find his pitch, which has led to a lot of success this year after a slow start to his pro career in 2023. Mitchell has one of the best arms in all of the Minor Leagues, but his glove as a whole could use some work. As the 19-year-old continues to develop, look for him to be even higher on the list in 2025.

Prospect #52: Quinn Matthews, LHP, St. Louis Cardinals

Quinn Matthews, a left-handed pitcher who’s known mostly for his 156-pitch game at Stanford in 2023, has really impressed everyone in baseball with the way he’s preformed this year. The left-hander has touched triple-digits this year, a mark he wasn’t close to before this year. His best pitch is his changeup, which has helped him lead the Minor Leagues in strikeouts this year. The battle for the best Cardinals pitcher is tough between Matthews and Tink Hence, but Matthews just barely gets the edge in my book. This is widely due to his changeup, which has devastated hitters this year. The rest of his arsenal is solid, but could use some fine tuning. However, look for Matthews to only continue to improve.

Prospect #53: Thomas White, LHP, Miami Marlins

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 65 | Changeup: 55 | Curveball: 60 | Control: 50 |

Thomas White, a competitive balance selection by the Miami Marlins in the 2023 MLB Draft, has been spectacular this season. White came into the season unranked by most outlets, and will likely finish the year as a consensus top 70 prospect at the absolute minimum. White has a fantastic fastball, and when paired with his 60-grade curveball, and solid changeup, White’s mix is devastating. Some scouts consider White’s ceiling to be higher than other big name pitchers such as Tink Hence, and Noble Meyer, which is a huge testimony to his game. I believe White could be a 1-3 starter at the big league level, and with Miami in need of pitching, I’m sure it’s all they could ask for in his development.

Prospect #54: Tink Hence, RHP, St. Louis Cardinals

Tink Hence, a former first round pick by the Cardinals back in 2020, has taken some time to find his own, but he’s been absolutely filthy this year. As you can see when looking at his grades, Hence’s stuff grades out as one of the best arsenals on this list, but due to his lack of control, I have some concerns with Hence. His development has taken some serious time, but I believe that in the end, he’ll be a front line starter for years to come. If you’re a hitter in the National League Central, look out, as Hence may become a future nightmare for you at the dish.

Prospect #55: Sebastian Walcott, SS/3B, Texas Rangers

Sebastian Walcott, a very talented infielder from the Texas Rangers, has really been climbing prospect lists over the past two seasons. Walcott, a prized international prospect during the 2023 signing period, has preformed well in his first few professional seasons. The 18-year-old is as talented as anyone on this list, as his swing is short, and easy to replicate. The way in which he stays on the ball reminds me of Bobby Witt Jr., which is why I value Walcott so high. He’ll drive the ball hard into gaps, occasionally tapping into some power. His speed and fielding abilities are also great. I’d like to see some more consistency from Walcott at the dish, but with some time, he’s someone who could work his way into the top 15 prospects by mid-season next year.

Prospect #56: Jesus Made, SS/3B, Milwaukee Brewers

Jesus Made, a name that isn’t that familiar in the prospect industry just yet, has really caught my attention this year. Although he’s just 17-years-old, and only in the Dominican Summer League, he reminds me a lot of what I saw in both Lazaro Montes and Josue De Paula in their early stages. Made has been nearly a 170 wRC+ hitter in 51 games this year, which is very impressive. His approach plays well above what his age may suggest, and with him being so young, there’s only room to grow. His hit tool is solid, leading to occasional power. His best area however, is his arm, which grades out at a 60 in my opinion. With time, you may be looking at the next quickly rising prospect in the Minor Leagues.

Prospect #57: James Tibbs III, OF, San Francisco Giants

James Tibbs III, another Florida State Seminole superstar, as well as another 2024 first round pick, makes his debut on the BSBWrite Top 100 at the number 58 spot. Tibbs is one of my favorite hitters in professional baseball currently, as his overall offensive toolset is one of the best in all of the Minor Leagues. His 60-grade tools in both power and his overall hitting ability are truly impressive. His defense is lackluster at best, and he may profile as more of a DH in the future. However, Tibbs is still incredibly talented, and I believe that he has 30-homer potential. His approach is incredibly advanced, and his swing is built for hard hit baseballs. Look for James Tibbs III to be one of the quicker risers on this list.

Prospect #58: Deyvision De Los Santos, 1B/3B, Miami Marlins

Deyvision De Los Santos, part of the deal that sent A.J. Puk to Arizona at the trade deadline, has blossomed into one of the better power hitters in all of Minor league Baseball. De Los Santos currently leads all of the Minor Leagues in home runs with 35 to this point, and I truly believe he could be this type of hitter in the Major Leagues. While it’s sometimes difficult to project big power hitters such as De Los Santos, I genuinely view him as one of the more sound hitters the league has to offer. His power is definitely his main draw, but his hit tool isn’t bad either. His defense is nothing special, but it’ll do the job. Overall, Deyvision may become a solidified big-leaguer by the next time this list is updated.

Prospect #59: Spencer Jones, OF, New York Yankees

Spencer Jones, a former first round pick by the New York Yankees, and one of their more prized possessions in the Minors, takes a significant step down on my rankings with this update. While Spencer’s ceiling is higher than almost anyone here, he really hasn’t tapped into his full potential at Double-A this year. Jones’ power is unreal, but his inability to find consistent barrels will certainly hurt his potential going forward. After seeing Jones in person when he played against Altoona this year, I can confidently say that he’s less complete than most people were led to believe. While I believe his ceiling is very high, I’m beginning to wonder if the same can be said for his floor. His left-handed swing is long, and built for the long ball. So, if everything goes to plan, the Yankees may have a 40 home run hitter in Spencer Jones.

Prospect #60: Zyhir Hope, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers

Zyhir Hope, another prospect who makes his way onto this list as a relatively unknown player, but, he should be a household name. The 19-year-old outfielder is incredibly talented, and he’s shown that in Low-A this year. Hope is a solid hitter, as his power and overall offence grade out similarly in my book, but they’re both very good tools. Hope is one of the quicker runners on this list, as his 70-grade speed places him near the top of all players in the Minor Leagues. Hope still has a lot of room to go, but his beautiful swing, and raw abilities will take him extremely far, as he continues to develop on his baseball journey.

Prospect #61: Jarlin Susana, RHP, Washington Nationals

Jarlin Susana, one of the key names that was sent to Washington in the Juan Soto trade, has had quite the career so far. Not only was he a part of one of the more memorable trades in MLB history, but he was also once the number one prospect in the 2022 international signing class. Susana is an electric arm. His fastball often reaches triple-digits, sitting in the high 90s. He has a solid slider, but the rest of his arsenal is relatively incomplete. If Susana could fine tune the rest of his pitches, you’re looking at a front-line starter. If not, you’re looking at a perennial all-star closer, similar to the likes of Emmanuel Clase. Which way will he end up going? I’m not sure just yet. But, he has plenty of time to grow and develop, so, only time will tell.

Prospect #62 Jacob Misiorowski, RHP, Milwaukee Brewers

Jacob Misiorowski, one of the best young right handed pitchers in all of baseball, has had an interesting 2024 season to this point. Misiorowski began the year as a starting pitcher, but he’s transitioned into a reliever role as of late, which he’s been unfair at. It’s unclear to me whether the Brewers plan to keep Misiorowski as a reliever going forward, or if he’s just doing this to potentially pitch in the bullpen down the stretch for them. Regardless, he’s been dominant. Misiorowski posses a dominant arsenal, consisting of a 75-grade fastball, as well as two 65-grade pitches in his slider and his curveball. I believe that Misiorowski will be dominant in whatever roll he takes going forward, and he’ll be a name to watch the whole way.

Prospect #63: Chase Dollander, RHP, Colorado Rockies

Chase Dollander, a first round pick by the Colorado Rockies out of the University of Tennessee, has really impressed me this year. He’s reached Double-A Hartford, and he’s looked good the whole way. I’ve been high on Dollander since his time at Tennessee, but due to him landing in Colorado, I’ve been hesitant to project him as a front line starter since he got drafted. However, he’s beginning to make it impossible to wait any longer. His fastball and slider both grade out at a 65-grade, with his changeup and curveball also being good pitches. I think Dollander has the potential to be a number one starter for Colorado, I just worry about what the run environment in Coors Field could mean for him.

Prospect #64: James Triantos, 2B/OF, Chicago Cubs

James Triantos, a second rounder by the Chicago Cubs in the 2021 MLB Draft, has really blossomed into a solid prospect over the last two seasons. Triantos is currently just one step away from reaching the big leagues, and despite struggling early on in his Triple-A career, I think he’ll make it before too long. Triantos has a solid bat, with his gap to gap skills taking priority over his power. His power still has a ways to go, but he’s a very complete hitter. Triantos is a solid fielder as well, but time will tell as to where he ends up in the field going forward.

Prospect #65: Justin Crawford, OF, Philadelphia Phillies

Justin Crawford, a first round pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, is one of the more interesting prospects on this list. Crawford arguably the fastest players in the Minor Leagues, as his ability to leg out extra bases with his 75-grade speed has been a sight to see. His bat is very solid, but I have some concern for his power going forward. He’s only hit 10 home runs since being drafted, but he’s never posted a wRC+ below 119 at a level. His speed will translate to good range in the outfield, giving him unlimited potential with his glove. If Crawford can continue to lean into his line drive hitting ability, while playing good defense, we’re looking at a really solid player. Even with his lackluster power, Crawford could be a very solid player.

Prospect #66: Cam Caminiti, LHP, Atlanta Braves

Cam Caminiti, one of the better high school prospects drafted in 2024, has all of the potential in the world. He entered draft day at just 17-years-old, after reclassifying to be eligible a year sooner than originally planned. Caminiti fell into the Braves’ lap with the 24th overall pick, where they picked him without much hesitation. I was a big fan of Caminiti coming out of the draft, as I believed he was one of the better pitchers selected. His fastball is his money maker, as it grades out at a 60. The rest of his arsenal is solid, but the 18-year-old has some work to do going forward. However, I believe that his ceiling is one of the highest for the young pitchers I’ve highlighted in this Top 100 list. With some experience in the Minor Leagues, don’t be surprised when Caminiti is at the very top of this list.

Prospect #67: Jaison Chourio, OF, Cleveland Guardians

Jaison Chourio, brother of Milwaukee Brewers superstar Jackson Chourio, has really begun to make a namr for himself this year. He’s hit very well this year, recording a 143 wRC+ in Low-A this season. Chourio is one of my favorite prospects here on this list, as his game is incredibly unique. He has a 60-grade hit tool, which may not be the best on this list, but it’s incredibly impressive for a 19-year-old prospect. Chourio has a solid glove, as well as the ability to occasionally tap into his power, and if he can do it more often, opposing pitchers will be very scared. Chourio has a lot of room to grow, and I look forward to seeing just how much better he’s going to get.

Prospect #68: Cooper Pratt, SS, Milwaukee Brewers

Cooper Pratt, a guest of the BSBWrites Podcast, slots into the BSBWrites Top 100, at the 69th spot on the list. Cooper Pratt came into the 2023 MLB Draft, as one of the top prep prospects outside of the first round. However, he quickly fell from a projected second rounder, to a 6th round pick by the Brewers due to concerns about his signability. However, Pratt signed, and he’s been fantastic ever since. Pratt has played most of this year at Low-A, where he put his 60-grade hit tool on full display. Pratt’s swing is easy to replicate, which leads to plenty of consistency and confidence at the dish for the 19-year-old. He’s already a good fielder, and with plenty of range at shortstop, he may be the perfect replacement for Willy Adames if he decides to leave in free agency. Pratt still has some room to grow, but what we’ve seen has been incredibly promising thus far.

Prospect #69: Ethan Salas, C, San Diego

Ethan Salas, a young prospect who many consider a prodigy due to the fact that he made his professional debut at just 16-years-old, slides down this list a considerable amount, to the 70th spot. Salas debuted and got off to a hot start in his first taste of professional baseball, but he has since cooled off a large amount. Salas has really struggled since this hot start, and most people have looked past this due to his incredibly high ceiling. However, I find Salas harder to project because of his age, and how he’s been so good, while also struggling so mightily at times. Salas has a good bat, with the ability to drive the ball. He’s consistently been a fantastic fielder, as he’s truly the commander of the field when he’s on it. While I still believe Salas has the chance to be one of the top prospects in the game, I have to move him down a considerable amount. His raw talent is unbelieve able, but the results have not been anywhere near worthy of being considered a top 10 prospect like he once was. However, don’t count him out just yet, as he’s still just 18-years-old.

Prospect #70: Thomas Harrington, RHP, Pittsburgh Pirates

Thomas Harrington, a right-handed pitcher from the Pittsburgh Pirates organization, has really stood out this year, while remaining under the radar in most prospect lists. Harrington, the 36th overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, has always had high expectations, but nobody expected his ceiling to be this high. Harrington began the year in Double-A, after missing some time early in the year, but has since made his way to Triple-A where he’s been phenomenal. Harrington’s arsenal grades out solidly, with his fastball being his best pitch at a 60-grade. His slider plays well off the pitch, but the rest of his arsenal could use some fine tuning. However, Harrington looks to be a star in the making, and I’m a big fan of everything I’ve seen from him thus far.

Prospect #71: Bryce Eldridge, 1B, San Francisco Giants

Bryce Eldridge, a former first round pick by the Giants in 2023, has had an interesting career so far. He came into professional baseball as a high school standout, as his 6’7″, 223 frame gives him a very projectable frame. Eldridge also began his career as a two-way talent, but the Giants would elect to use him just as a hitter. I’d say this has been the correct decision, as his bat has been very impressive so far. His main draw is his 60-grade power, which due to his frame, gives him the potential to hit 30-40 home runs at the big league level. His hit tool as a whole is decent, and with some more time in the MiLB, it should only continue to improve. His arm is the best part of his defensive game, where outside of that, he’s a below average fielder. However, I believe in Eldridge’s potential, as I think he could end up being a very good hitter in the near future.

Prospect #72: Tre’ Morgan, 1B, Tampa Bay Rays

Tre’ Morgan, a member of the stacked, 2023 LSU National Championship team, has been off to a fantastic start to his professional career thus far. Morgan is one of the few first baseman in professional baseball who goes against the narrative that first baseman are bad fielders, as he’s actually one of the best on this list. Morgan is very smart when it comes to baseball, as his IQ for the game is off the charts. His overall hit tool is very, very impressive, as his ability to drive the ball to all fields remains very impressive. Morgan is flying through the Minor Leagues so far and he’s only improving at every level. With Morgan being part of the Tampa Bay Rays organization, I feel like any weakness to his game will be turned around before we know it. Morgan is a very good athlete, and he’s someone to be excited about going forward.

Prospect #73: Jairo Iriarte, RHP, Chicago White Sox

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 60 | Slider: 55 | Changeup: 50 | Control: 50 |

Jairo Iriarte, a standout right-handed pitcher in the Chicago White Sox organization, has really come into his own this season. Iriarte was sent to Chicago in the deal that sent Dylan Cease to the Padres, which already speaks volumes as to the kind of player he is. Iriarte is a three pitch pitcher, with the best of his offerings being his 60-grade fastball. His raw stuff is incredibly good, but I have some concerns about his control and high walk rates he’s shown at almost every level. Similarly to Jarlin Susana, I think Iriarte has the upside to be a 2-3 starter, but he’ll likely have more upside as a high-leverage reliever in the state he’s currently in.

Prospect #74: Kash Mayfield, LHP, San Diego Padres

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 60 | Curveball: 55 | Changeup: 55 | Control: 50 |

Kash Mayfield, a first round pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, is one of my favorite arms in the Minor Leagues. Mayfield was given a hefty signing bonus of just over $3.4 million, and I firmly believe he’ll be worth every single penny. Mayfield has one of the easiest, and most replicable deliveries in all of the Minor Leagues, which should lead to plenty of consistency as he moves up the Padres system. Mayfield’s fastball is pretty solid, and his curveball plays well off of the pitch as well. His changeup also gives hitters a slightly different look, which should make his fastball play even better. While Mayfield still has a ways to go, I’m confident in his abilities on the mound.

Prospect #75: Jeferson Quero, C, Milwaukee Brewers

Jeferson Quero, the second Quero on this list, comes onto the BSBWrites Top 100 at number 76 overall. Quero is a player I’ve considered for my prospect lists for a little while now, but I’ve been hesitant due to his average bat. However, Quero’s real upside comes from his defensive skills behind the dish. His fielding gets a 70-grade from me, with his arm being very strong, at a 65-grade also. Unfortunately, Quero has been sidelined for the year, which will put him a year behind in his development. I think Quero is a solid catcher overall, but his bat may trend more towards league average. However, he has a lot of upside overall.

Prospect #76: Kevin Alcantara, OF, Chicago Cubs

Kevin Alcantara, a 22-year-old standout outfield prospect in the Chicago Cubs organization, has become quite the player over the last two seasons. Alcantara spent most of the 2024 season at Double-A, where he was a very solid hitter. Alcantara appears to be a 55-grade prospect all across the board in my eyes, as he grades out very solid across the board. Alcantara still has a long way to go before he’s big league ready, but I see him becoming similar to Bryan De La Cruz at the Major League level. Time will tell as to what his ceiling will actually be, but I think he has the potential to be a 5-tool player.

Prospect #77: Cam Collier, 3B, Cincinnati Reds

Cam Collier, a first round pick in the 2022 MLB Draft, has taken a little time to come into his own in professional baseball, but he’s really made waves this year in the Minor Leagues. This year, Collier has put his hit tool, as well as his 60-grade power on display, where he’s played all of the year at High-A. In his time there, he’s nearly hit 20 home runs, and he’s put up a wRC+ North of 130. Collier’s glove is serviceable, but his bat is his best tool by far. If he can continue to tap into the power he’s found this year, there’s no doubt in my mind that Collier could be a future cornerstone in Cincinnati.

Prospect #78: Agustin Ramirez, C/1B, Miami Marlins

Agustin Ramirez, part of the trade that sent Jazz Chisholm to the Bronx, has looked very solid through his time in the Minor Leagues so far. Ramirez has as much power as almost anyone on this list, which is the main thing that impressed me about his game. I saw Ramirez play earlier this year with the Somerset Patriots, which is where I was first impressed by his skills. His power was the most impressive part of his game, as his constant ability to hit the ball hard consistently impressed me. While Ramirez may not be the best fielder, he could still come along nicely at first base. Ramirez is very talented however, and I look forward to seeing what he’ll do in the future.

Prospect #79: Trey Yesavage, RHP, Toronto Blue Jays

Trey Yesavage, a first round pick by the Toronto Blue Jays during the 2024 MLB Draft, has a chance to be one of the best right-handed pitchers in all of Minor League Baseball. Ahead of the draft, there were rumblings that Yesavage could be taken by the Angels at pick #10, but he’d end up slipping to pick #20 which was possessed by the Blue Jays. Yesavage was a standout pitcher at East Carolina, where I was really impressed with his abilities. Yesavage has a solid arsenal, which includes a 65-grade fastball, as well as a 60-grade slider and splitter which play well off of the pitch. While his curveball isn’t to the same level as the rest of his arsenal, it can have some really solid moments as well. His control could also use some work, but overall I think Yesavage is a really safe bet to be a very good pitcher at the Major League level.

Prospect #80: Ryan Clifford, OF/1B, New York Mets

Ryan Clifford, a part of the trade that sent Justin Verlander to back to Houston, looks to be a key pillar of the next phase for the New York Mets future. From the moment Clifford made it into professional baseball, player evaluators all over the country had their eyes on Clifford. Clifford possesses a powerful, left-handed stroke, which could translate to plenty of home runs at the next level. His hit tool is good, but inconsistent at times. His defense isn’t his main draw, but it’s good enough to keep him in the field. Clifford is a very solid prospect, and I believe he could blossom into a very good big leaguer within the next year or so. Be on the lookout for Clifford, as he could definitely make his way into the top 50 prospects by the next time I update this list.

Prospect #81: Ralphy Velazquez, 1B, Cleveland Guardians

Ralphy Velazquez, a first round pick by the Guardians with the 23rd pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, has really become one of the better hitters in all of the Minor Leagues. Coming out of the draft, I was very high on Velazquez, as his bat leads to incredibly loud contact. Due to this, I see him as having a 60-grade power tool at the plate. While his left-handed swing translates to this loud contact, it’s not at the expense of plate dicipline, as he’s remained strong in that area as well. Although his defense is below average, it shouldn’t matter at the first base position. Velazquez has become a key piece of Cleveland’s plans for the future, and as he continues to grow and develop, he’s only going to get better.

Prospect #82: Moises Ballesteros, C/1B, Chicago Cubs

Moises Ballesteros, a product of Major League Baseball’s international signing system, has begun to really impress people throughout the Minor Leagues. Ballesteros has a very unique build, coming in at just 5’7″. But with his level of power, you’d never to expect to see this from someone of his size. Ballesteros’ power and hit tools are on par with one another in my opinion, but I wouldn’t be surprised if his power continued to develop before he makes his long awaited Major League debut. His defense is lackluster, likely meaning his future will be at first base rather than behind the plate. He’s not a quick runner, but with the amount of round trippers he may hit, this isn’t exactly a make or break part of his game.

Prospect #83: Travis Sykora, RHP, Washington Nationals

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 70 | Slider: 60 | Splitter: 60 | Control: 50 |

Travis Sykora, a third round pick by the Washington Nationals back in 2023, has looked incredible this year in the time he’s spent on the mound. He’s spent around 80 innings on the mound so far, and in those 80 innings he’s been very good. His heater has touched 101 miles-per-hour at points this season, which is part of the reason I feel good enough to give it a 70-grade. His slider and splitter are both very good, and they both play well off of his fastball. Similarly to a few other young pitchers I’ve covered in this list, his control is his only main concern. But, with Sykora having 3, plus pitches, there’s a good chance he could end up being a high leverage closer with the absolute worst outcome.

Prospect #84: Luke Adams, 3B/1B, Milwaukee Brewers

Luke Adams, a name that many prospect evaluators are unfamiliar with, has blown me away this year in High-A for the Milwaukee Brewers. Adams is an incredibly disciplined hitter, as his BB/K ratios are almost on par with one another. This is a great sign, as a typical drawback to a very impressive hitter, is average plate discipline. Adams has some great power, as well as a good overall hit tool. Similarly to many of the hitters on this list, Adams isn’t the best fielder, but him being a corner infielder, this shouldn’t hurt his value much at all. While I may be jumping the gun a little bit in comparison to other lists, I see this as a completely reasonable reaction to how good Adams has been this year.

Prospect #85: Kristian Campbell, 2B/OF/SS, Boston Red Sox

Kristian Campbell, a utility star in the Red Sox Minor Leagues, has made quite the name for himself after his showing at the plate this year. Campbell has hit so well this year in fact, that his Minor League teammates have reportedly been calling him, “Barry Bonds”. While Bonds’ name is almost impossible to reach, Campbell is deserving with how he’s played this year. He began the year at High-A, but he’s currently in Triple-A after a recent promotion. At every level, he’s posted a wRC+ between 168 and 195. Campbell has a very smooth swing, which has been a big factor to his offensive success. He’s also very fast, but his glove tends to be closer to average. Campbell could honestly be closer to the top 30 prospects on this list, but due to how quickly he’s come on to the scene, I want to try and avoid overeating. However, purely based on results, Campbell is better than nearly everyone on this list.

Prospect #86: Aidan Smith, OF, Tampa Bay Rays

Aidan Smith, a truly talented outfielder in the Tampa Bay Rays organization, makes his BSBWrites Top 100 debut at spot number 87. Smith came to Tampa Bay in the deal that sent Randy Arozarena to Seattle, and he’s been great ever since coming over. Smith is currently just 19-years-old, and he’s mashed all year in Low-A. Smith has what some consider to be the “textbook” right-handed swing, which is impressive. His swing can get a little long at times, but it’s nothing the Rays organization can’t fix. He’s a very quick runner, which can help him turn singles into doubles, and doubles into triples. Smith will continue to develop for the Rays, and if I had to bet on a Rays prospect to take strides throughout the next year, my bet would be on Aidan Smith.

Prospect #87: George Klassen, RHP, Los Angeles Angels

George Klassen, one of the most underrated pitchers in all of Minor League Baseball, makes his way on to the BSBWrites Top 100, here at the 88th spot. Klasssen, a former Phillie who made his way to Los Angeles during the Carlos Estevez trade, has really impressed me this year. His 70-grade fastball has touched the triple-digits, and his slider can be more like a sweeper at times. His whole arsenal has it’s upsides, with his curveball and changeup also projecting to be very good pitches in the future. Klassen is a pitcher with 1-2 starter potential, and he’s an excellent tunneller. While Klassen is still a diamond in the rough, be on the lookout for him to debut sometime within the next year with how quickly the Angels promote their prospects.

Prospect #88: Vance Honeycutt, OF, Baltimore Orioles

Vance Honeycutt, a standout outfielder from UNC, and 2024 first round pick, debuts on the BSBWrites Top 100 at the 90th overall spot. Honeycutt, one of the most talented players on this list, really blew me away during his time at UNC. The 21-year-old outfielder has some of the best fielding ability on this list, as his 65 grade-speed gives him unlimited range in the outfield. Aside from Honeycutt’s 70-grade glove, he also possesses a strong bat, giving him the ability to drive the ball hard into gaps, and occasionally over the wall. While Honeycutt’s bat is very good, some scouts worry about his high strikeout rates that he put up throughout his time in college. Honeycutt is a very talented outfielder, and I’m very excited to see him begin to play in Minor League Baseball.

Prospect #89: Edwin Arroyo, SS, Cincinnati Reds

Edwin Arroyo, a second round pick in the 2021 MLB Draft, takes the number 91 spot on the BSBWrites Top 100. Arroyo, most notably known for being included in the trade that sent Luis Castillo to Seattle, has looked very good throughout his professional career thus far. While he’s been injured for all of this season, while he was on the field, he was very solid. Arroyo is a balanced hitter, as he grades out at a 55 for both of his offensive tools. While Arroyo has a 55-grade glove as well, I could see this improving due to his 60-grade speed. While it’s tough to gauge where Arroyo will be once he’s back from injury, I still think he has the skill set to be a top-of-the-line talent.

Prospect #90: Eric Bitonti, 3B/SS, Milwaukee Brewers

Eric Bitonti, a third round pick by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 2023 MLB Draft, has been another prospect who’s really impressed me this year. Bitonti is just 18-years-old, and the level of production he’s put up already at such a young age is not something to scoff at. In 2024 he’s spent the majority of his time in Low-A, where he put up a wRC+ just South of 160. Bitonti stands in at 6’4″, 218 LBS, which is a very projectable frame. Bitonti is a solid defender, with his main defensive tool being his 60-grade arm. He’s not the quickest player, and due to this, I think the chances that Bitonti ends up at 3B are very likely, especially with the emergence of another BSBWrites Top 100 prospect in Cooper Pratt. While there’s a long time to go until we’ll see the arrival of Bitonti at the big-league level, I have a lot of confidence in the tools of the young slugger.

Prospect #91: Eduardo Tait, C, Philadelphia Phillies

Eduardo Tait, a product of the 2023 International signing class for the Philadelphia Phillies, has really become an intriguing prospect in my eyes. The 18-year-old catcher has shown early indications of becoming one of baseball’s most skilled players, and although it’s still early on in his development, I can’t say I disagree. Tait has played most of his professional games in the Dominican Summer League, and the Complex Leagues, where he’s looked like a very solid hitter. While I haven’t seen the production from him power wise just yet, he’s very young and has a lot of room to grow. But, he’s also shown a 55-grade hit tool which is incredibly impressive from an 18-year-old. He’s on the slower side, but his defense has already looked very solid, leading me to label his arm with a 60-grade. While Tait still has a long ways to go in his development, I’m already seeing the early signs of a superstar.

Prospect #92: Enrique Bradfield Jr., OF, Baltimore Orioles

Enrique Bradfield Jr., a speedster and former Vanderbilt baseball superstar, has made a lot of noise this year on the field. Bradfield, a first round pick by the Orioles with the 17th pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, is known mostly for his speed, but his bat isn’t something to sleep on. After watching Bradfield play in person this year in Altoona, I was much more impressed than I was before that series. His speed is off the charts, and I can confidently say that I think he’s the fastest player on this list. Bradfield’s speed leads him to have one of the best gloves in all of the Minor Leagues as well, as his elite speed allows for him to track down almost any ball hit in his direction in the outfield. Bradfield sneakily has a very good hit tool, but his power will likely always sit around a 30-40 grade in my opinion. Look for Bradfield to get a lot of singles and doubles, as well for him to be a pain for opposing teams to manage on the basepaths. All things considered, Enrique is a really sound player, and I look for him to have a skill set which is comparable to Billy Hamilton as he continues to progress.

Prospect #93: Seaver King, OF/SS/3B, Washington Nationals

Seaver King, a first round pick by the Washington Nationals in the 2024 MLB Draft, was one of my favorite players to watch in this year’s NCAA season. King, a utility player, gets a lot of his value from his versatility, which gives Washington plenty of flexability going forward. I’m higher than most outlets on King’s hit tool, which I think plays above the label it’s often given. His bat speed is very fast, and he’s incredibly direct to the ball. He’s a quick runner, which allows him to turn a lot of base hits into extra base hits as well. While it may have been a slight reach to take King with the 10th overall pick in the draft, I do think there is value and upside in Seaver’s game.

Prospect #94: Braxton Ashcraft, RHP, Pittsburgh Pirates

Braxton Ashcraft, another product of the Pittsburgh Pirates pitching development team, has really spun his career back around into something special. Ashcraft has the most professional baseball experience out of anyone on this list, as the 24-year-old was first drafted in 2018. Ashcraft has had an injury ridden career to this point, but since he’s been able to stay healthy, he’s been electric. Ashcraft has a great fastball, with plenty of vertical break, but the rest of his arsenal could use some fine tuning. Given this and the fact that he still has had some injury concerns, I could see him becoming a high leverage reliever, although only time will tell as to how it plays out.

Prospect #95: Alex Clemmey, LHP, Washington Nationals

Alex Clemmey, a second round pick by the Cleveland Guardians in the 2023 MLB Draft, has already bounced around a little bit since being picked. Clemmey was traded at this year’s deadline for Lane Thomas, and it’s safe to say this deal has worked out in the favor of Washington to this point. Clemmey has been very good since the trade, mostly headlined by his 70-grade fastball, and 65-grade curveball. Clemmey can get a little wild at times, hence why he was given a 35-grade control. But, I can see Alex becoming a really solid arm in the near future with a little fine tuning.

Prospect #96: George Lombard Jr., SS, New York Yankees

George Lombard Jr., the last name on the BSBWrites Top 100, is in the midst of a solid season for the Yankees. Lombard was drafted with the 26th pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, and he’s been one of my favorite young prospects ever since. To be, he’s a very well rounded player, who as he continues to develop, has a ceiling as high as anyone on this list. Lombard grades out with 55s all across the board, which is very impressive. While the 19-year-old has a lot of room to grow, he’s already a solid player. His swing is one of my favorites in the top 100, as it should allow for him to occasionally tap into some power once he grows into his body. But, as for right now, I wouldn’t be surprised to see Lombard climbing up this list over the next year.

Prospect #97: Alex Freeland, SS, Los Angeles Dodgers

Alex Freeland, yet another member of the Los Angeles Dodgers loaded farm system, makes his first appearence on the BSBWrites Top 100, here with the fall update. Freeland is entering his second full professional season, after being a 3rd round pick in 2022. Freeland has been a really impressive hitter thus far in professional baseball, and I truly could see him being flying up this list in the coming year. Freeland debuts on this list as a solid, complete, all-around prospect, and I look forward to seeing the type of player the sweet-swinging left-hander becomes in the near future.

Prospect #98: Robby Snelling, LHP, Miami Marlins

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 55 | Changeup: 50 | Curveball: 55 | Control: 55 |

Robby Snelling, the centerpiece of the Tanner Scott trade, has really turned his season around since being traded at the deadline. For me, Snelling was going to drop off of this list, but since being dealt to Miami, his ERA dropped almost a full 2 points, going from a 6.01 ERA, to an ERA of 4.00. He’s since earned a promotion to Triple-A, where he’ll finish the 2024 campaign. He’s got a solid pitch mix, with his curveball and changeup both playing well off of his fastball, which should help him a lot moving forward. I think Snelling could be a frontline pitcher in the Marlins rotation by the time he debuts, which is definitely going to be a sight to see.

Prospect #99: Chandler Simpson, OF, Tampa Bay Rays

Chandler Simpson, the fastest player in all of Minor League Baseball, makes his first appearance on the BSBWrites Top 100 here at spot number 99 overall. It goes without saying that the 104-stolen-base man is one of the fastest young players in the world, but his offensive game took a huge step forward as well. Simpson had almost no deeply hit fly balls this year, but he did manage to post a wRC+ near or above 140 at every level he played this year. Simpson is never going to be a big power bat, but he may very easily become one of the better contact hitters in the league once he debuts.

Prospect #100: Charles McAdoo, 3B, Toronto Blue Jays

Charles McAdoo, the key return for the Toronto Blue Jays in the Isiah Kiner-Falefa trade this summer, has really made a name for himself in the 2024 season. McAdoo was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates with pick number 377 in the entire draft, and he has played far beyond that draft slot. McAdoo flew threw the Minors in his first two seasons, already making it to Double-A. He’s dominated at every level, showcasing solid power along with consistent play overall in the box. McAdoo profiles to be a 20-30 home run hitter, and I really think he could fly up this list in the coming season.

Conclusion

This updated version of the BSBWrites Top 100 aims to be the new style of doing these rankings, even though it takes some time. I feel that with this list I was able to properly showcase as much talent as possible, without having the mental battle of snubbing someone who deserved to be recognized. I’m sure more changes will come in the future, but for now, I’m extremely happy with how this turned out. For those of you who read the entire article, I’m extremely thankful for your time. I aim to get better and better at making these lists in the future, and your support means more than I could ever express. I’m hoping to write a short article about the BSBWrites Top 100, focusing on some fun facts about this list. This would include, who has the most players, and who leads certain categories. But, once again, I am very pleased with how this list turned out.

Graduations

Prospect #3: Dylan Crews, OF, Washington Nationals

Previously Ranked: #1 Overall | Improvement: -2

Dylan Crews is a prospect who I genuinely believe to be a generational talent. For those of you who have been following along with my content since before the 2023 MLB Draft, you’ve heard me ring this same sentiment for awhile now, and I continue to believe this fact. Crews is one of the more well rounded prospects in all of Minor League Baseball, as the tools he presents are off the charts all across the board. Being one of the best hitters to take on the college stage, many had high expectations for him once he made it to pro ball, and he hasn’t let them down. Crews began the 2023 season at Double-A, where he’d post far better numbers than his 2023 campaign. Crews would swat 5 homers, slash .274/.343/.446 with a .355 wOBA and a 122 wRC+ alongside solid BB/K ratios. Crews would earn a promotion to Triple-A, where he’s flirted more with being a league average hitter, posting a wRC+ around the 100 mark. However, Crews has really begun to heat up lately, and I wouldn’t be surprised if we saw him in Major League Baseball before too much longer. As long as his plate discipline continues to improve, I have zero doubt Crews will be one of baseball’s best players someday in the future.

Crews possesses one of the most mechanically perfect swings in all of Minor League Baseball, as his short but quick approach will help him along the way. Crews impressed scouts and coaches across the nation as he displayed one of the best eyes for the strike zone they’ve ever seen. This pairing of a quick but powerful swing along with good defense and his unique two-strike approach makes him a well rounded talent. Although I still believe Crews is a generational talent, he slips a few spots mainly due to his lack of production at times, alongside his struggles with plate discipline since entering professional baseball. While I’m not concerned, it’s definitely still something to closely monitor.

Prospect #29: Rhett Lowder, RHP, Cincinnati Reds

Previously Ranked: #21 | Improvement: -8

Jay’s Grades: Fastball: 60 | Slider: 55 | Changeup: 60 | Control: 65 |

Ahead of the 2023 MLB Draft, the world got a look at Rhett Lowder during Wake Forrest’s College World Series run. This included an epic pitching dual where Lowder would go toe-to-toe with MLB’s number one overall pick, Paul Skenes. Lowder would end up being drafted by the Reds 7th overall, but due to arm injuries he didn’t get to pitch at all during his first pro season. However, just a year later, Lowder has already made it to Triple-A. Lowder began the year at High-A, but after recording a 2.49 ERA in 25.1 innings, he’d end up heading to Double-A, where he’d spend the next 77.1 innings. Lowder would slightly struggle, as his ERA would be inflated to 4.31 while his strikeout rate would drop to 23.8%. Lowder would then be promoted to Triple-A, in a move that I saw as kind of surprising, where he’s pitched well through his first 6 games. Despite some of his struggles in Double-A, I still think Lowder’s potential is unlimited.

The way Lowder dominates hitters is by using his pitch mix to his advantage. His fastball is very good, and his slider and changeup both play well off of it. Watching him pitch in the College World Series was a sight to see, and he’s incredibly talented. If his mix continues to develop, Lowder might see himself pushing for a spot in the big league rotation come the beginning of next year.

Prospect #95: Kumar Rocker, RHP, Texas Rangers

Kumar Rocker, a two-time first round pick, and current Texas Rangers right-handed pitching prospect, has had quite the career to this point. After being drafted and going unsigned by the New York Mets, Rocker would be taken with the third overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft by the Texas Rangers. Rocker has had quite a lot of injury concerns, leading to questions about his long-term stability, but when he’s on the field, he’s someone fans have to watch. His arsenal is electric, headlined by his 70-grade slider, 65-grade fastball, as well as a solid curveball which has led to swings and misses. While Rocker is still very unproven, what he’s shown this year at Double-A has truly been spectacular. While I believe that with time, Rocker will become one of the top pitchers on this list, we really haven’t seen a lot from Kumar which is part of the reason he’s this low. In addition, his injury history still scares me. But, all things considered, Rocker may become a future ace in Texas.

Prospect #89: Caden Dana, RHP, Los Angeles Angels

Caden Dana, an 11th round pick by the Angels in the 2022 MLB Draft, has blown away his expectations since being drafted. With Dana being an 11th round pick, there isn’t a lot of pressure on the righty. However, he’s fully made a name for himself. Dana is regarded as the Angels top prospect in some outlets, and it’s easy to see why. His fastball and slider are both solid pitches, with his changeup and curveball still needing some work. Unlike some outlets, I see Dana as less of a complete prospect, yet I’ve still been very impressed with the things I’ve seen from him to this point.