While power will never be a part of Frelicks game, he can hit the ball with some authority to his pull side when he gets the right pitch. The defense will be something to follow for Amador, not because he isnt capable at shortstop, but rather the presence of Ezequiel Tovar and Amadors elite defensive potential at second base could result in a move to the other side of the diamond at the upper levels. McLain relies on his athleticism and good arm to play solid defense at shortstop, even though he is not the most natural looking at the position. He moves really well behind the dish and is an above average blocker as well. Grid Actions: MLB. He simply dismantled Low-A hitters, punching out 81 batters in 52.1 innings with a WHIP of 0.88. 2022 Stats (A+): 68 G, 309 PA, 9 HR, 19 SB, .314 AVG, .392 OBP, .483 SLG MLB.com Rank: No. A favorite to be selected first overall in the 2021 MLB Draft, Mayer surprisingly fell to the Red Sox with the fourth selection. Of his off-speed offerings, Espinos slider is his strongest. At the same time, Merviss walk rate and OPS steadily climbed. His arm is easily plus, however his near bottom of the scale speed would make a transition to the outfield difficult. His takes are easy and he rarely gets fooled in the box. Even in just 53 games, Davis launched nine homers along with 21 extra base hits, flashing his plus raw power. While he may not have the superstar upside of Elly De La Cruz or Noelvi Marte, McLain has a really good chance to be an above-average regular at the shortstop positionor anywhere else the Reds want to stick himas a flat out gamer who can set the tone for your lineup. He should be a high on base guy with a chance to hit as many as 30 home runs depending on his approach. If Moreno can tap into at least average game power, were probably talking about one of the most well-rounded catchers in the sport. He is an athletic hitter who should consistently post above average contact rates and does not expand the zone too much. The third above average or better pitch for White is his changeup in the upper 80s with late dive. Even with command issues, Harrison gets enough whiffs to be a high strikeout middle of the rotation arm who may struggle with consistency. The improve patience and ability to hit secondary stuff has helped Ruiz bump his walk rate to 12% this season while striking out at a clip below 20% for the first time in his career. Drafted in 2018, injuries and a COVID canceled season delayed Whites debut until 2021, but the right-hander has been well worth the wait. Height/Weight: 60, 180|Bat/Throw: L/R|IFA: $1.3M (2017) CLE|ETA: 2023.
MLB prospect rankings 2022: Keith Law's complete guide to every farm Upright stance with some weight on his back leg, Moreno starts his hands in a relaxed position then uses a barrel tip for timing. Command/control pitchers with high spin rates and big strikeout upside are something the Guardians are known for. Peraza shook off a slow start in Triple-A, mashing from June onwards before earning an audition in the Bronx as a September call up. Carroll has true five-tool upside with elite makeup and instincts. Projecting a player as unique as Harry Ford is difficult, but for nothing but good reasons. Pfaadt sets the tone with his 93-95 mph fastball which has ticked up since last year. With decent defensive tools across the board, Valera should be a fine defender in a corner outfield spot. As he mentioned on our prospect podcast, the Call Up Hassell is still working on his lower half consistency in order to tap into a bit more power. Jones should be a menace on the base paths as well as he is not only fast but very quick, and the aforementioned instincts are evident as a baserunner as well. Like many young outfielders, Veen could clean up his routes, but with plus speed, a plus arm, theres a good chance he will be an above average defender up the middle. He has no problem catching up with velocity and is already an above average hitter. Rocchio could probably use another season in Triple-A as he tries to find more offensive consistency, however his glove is good enough to hold down the shortstop position at the highest level right now. Reliever risk all but gone, Miller is a likely middle-of-the-rotation option with frontline potential. The right-hander has a pair of impressive breaking balls, led by his plus curve that sits in the the upper 70s with a ton of depth and 11-5 break. The adjustments that he has made in the box at 19 years old are remarkable and the fact that he could go from lost in Low-A to finishing the next season in Double-A in barely over a year is a testament to his highly-regarded work ethic and natural talent (and the Yankees PD). Buschs opposite-field power is perhaps the most impressive aspect of his game. The Dominican Republic-native offers 30+ home run upside with an above average OBP and hope for an average hit tool. A well-rounded game with monster offensive upside, Mayer has already shown a solid feel to hit with still plenty of physical projection. Even so, he struck out 28% of batters and gave us glimpses into his elite potential. Neto has enough power to smack 20 homers hitting for a solid average and getting on base. Theres 30+ homer pop to dream on with good on base skills and staying power at short. He uses the whole field well while leveraging his hitters counts to look to do a bit more damage. Halls repertoire is as impressive as anyones and he is clearly the second-best pitching prospect in the Orioles farm system. The Orioles promoted Hall to pitch out of their bullpen as they tried to make a playoff push, but it was also probably to limit his innings a bit as he is on his way to a career-high mark coming off of an injury. Williams is an above average runner with an easy plus arm. The high spin fastball averages more than 19 inches of vertical break, causing hitters to frequently swing under it. It was rough for Dominguez in the early parts of 2021 in the outfield as he struggled with his reads and sometimes looked lost in the outfield. As I speak to Minor Leaguers of who has stood out to them over the last couple seasons, Arandas name comes up as much as anyones. After a strong showing as a 19-year-old in Low-A last season, Matos looked poised for a breakout in 2022. The 21-year-olds set up and swing is reminiscent of Nolan Arenado, starting with his hands somewhat high while using the same unique timing mechanism that starts with the back heel actually coming off of the ground before rocking backwards and picking up his front foot. The early results at the MLB level on top of a dynamite Triple-A season for Brown are hard to deny. Amador has steadily put on some strength since signing and has room for some more muscle as well. Possessing a four pitch mix that rivals any pitching prospect in baseball, Painter has dominated hitters mostly with his 70 grade fastball that sits 95-97 mph and has been clocked as high as 101 mph. If he slows down a step, there is a chance that Merrill could move to second base or third, but for now he looks like he should get every shot at short. Williams put his big tools on display in his first pro season, giving Rays fans plenty to look forward to.
2022 Top 100 Prospects - Baseball America An extremely fundamentally sound third baseman, Jung may not wow with the range, but only made three errors in his final 77 games at the hot corner in the minors. Long viewed as a candidate to be selected first overall in 2021s MLB Draft, Lawlar was the most well-rounded prep prospect in the class and has proved it by climbing all the way to Double-A in his first full professional season. A blend of power, defense and intangibles have Cartaya reminding many of Salvador Perez. A solid receiver, OHoppe checks just about all of the boxes as a catcher and should be an above average defender at the highest level. Davis has elite offensive upside with the ability to play all three outfield spots at a high level. His routes and overall comfort in the outfield makes it easy to forget that he is just 18 years old. One of baseballs higher floor prospects, Turang may never be a star, but he has a great chance to be an MLB regular and potentially a solid one at that. Starting with the right side, Dominguez cut down his leg kick while quieting/simplifying his hand load. The second plus offering for Hall is his slider with late bite in the mid 80s. He is an above average athlete which provides hope that he can develop into at least an average defender. Henderson has done everything possible to improve his stock over the last two seasons. Tovar has a compact swing and uses the whole field well thanks to his barrel and body control. Lesko went down with an elbow injury in early April which resulted in Tommy John surgery. If Carter cleans up his routes he will easily project as a plus defender in centerfield. Throughout his collegiate career and his first pro season, Steer deployed an upright stance with a minimal load. If it all works out, we are looking at a potential Cy Young(s) winner. After hitting 12 homers in his 162 collegiate games, Steer launched 24 homers in his 110 games during the 2021 season. As Ruiz continues to find more comfort in the outfield while maintaining his much improved approach, he could be an above average offensive force and one of baseballs biggest stolen base threats. 2 starter and he is in the right organization to keep developing on the mound quickly. His consistent splits left-on-left further solidify just how safe his bat is. An average runner, Montgomery moves well for his 6-foot-4 frame though he probably wont be the rangiest of shortstops. Combine the defensive versatility and switch hitting with a strong balance of bat-to-ball and intriguing game power, there is a lot to like with Rodriguez. It is difficult to project power for a prospect like Winn. Theres no minor league pitcher with bag of pitches as deep and as nasty as G-Rod. The pitch really explodes out of Painters hand with tons of life, boasting more than 18 inches of induced vertical break which has helps him generate some of the best in zone whiff rates in the minors. Priester may not consistently be a huge strikeout pitcher, though when he is on, he can accumulate Ks in bunches. The former first rounder should be a part of the Orioles 2023 plans. Its hard to poke a hole in Westburgs offensive game. Rafaela controls his body well and has steady numbers against breaking balls and off speed pitches. While he is not a burner, Williams is fast enough to be a factor on the base paths. Lee has flashed above average power to his pull side and will pick his spots to try to do damage. When Caissie is able to keep his weight back and stay in his back hip, the way he can impact the baseball to all fields is impressive and his pull side power can be jaw-dropping. top. Holliday should blossom into an above average defender at short. Brown pitched his way into draft consideration after a lights-out season at Division II Wayne State University in 2019, flashing electric stuff but iffy command. Because of its shape, Abel is able to utilize the pitch with success to both righties and lefties. It was a lost season for Matos who battled injuries all year long. Built-in deception, good stuff and consistently improving command have his stock quickly rising. The ball explodes out of his hand and low release point creates some deception and added life to hitters who consistently have issues timing him up. Abels arsenal has the potential to be frontline caliber. The pitch can get firm on him, though he does have a decent feel for the pitch. Prior to Meyers injury, his fastball ticked up and he showed a much better better feel for his changeup, hedging some of his perceived reliever risk arsenal wise. If Aranda can get a bit better with handling breaking stuff, he will be one of the toughest outs in the Rays lineup. That said, his defensive ability, relatively advanced bat and dynamic speed give him a high floor at shortstop. Four viable offerings and plus command has helped Pfaadt get outs in even the most hitter friendly environments. Aram Leighton | Carter has the speed to be an impactful base stealer, but will need to get more efficient. An above-average runner, Marte is not the biggest threat on the base paths, but he does add some value in that department. Carter impressed with his polish and well-rounded game, reaching Double-A in his first season. Busch features a short, compact swing that produces big exit velos and massive backspin to all parts of the park. After not being seen in a game setting since 2019 due to injuries and 2020s MiLB season cancellation, Lewis looked healthy and much improved at the plate in 2022 before unfortunately re-tearing his ACL. Standing at 6-foot-4, 210 pounds with already impressive present pop, many evaluators are eager to see what kind of power Caissie will be able to generate as he continues to fill out and mature physically and at the plate. After a rough 2019 Minor League season, Lewis broke out as the MVP of the Arizona Fall League. Holliday should start the season in A- Delmarva before getting bumped to A+ Aberdeen. With a litany of talented catching prospects in the Pirates system, Rodriguez has also received reps at second base, first base, and left field. Volpe can do it all, impacting the game in countless ways along with elite makeup. Regardless, Amadors bat and approach should carry him up the ranks quicker than many of his peers. Pages has a swing geared for lifting the ball in the air to the pull-side. Early in his collegiate career, Gasser operated in the upper 80s, using deception to get guys out from a low three-quarters release point. Height/Weight: 64, 240|Bat/Throw: R/R|1st Round (26), 2018 (BOS)|ETA: 2022. Standing at 64, Brock Porter has a starters build and the stats and awards on the mantle to prove it. The big right-handed hitter starts heavily stacked on his backside using a pronounced toe tap as a timing mechanism. The 22-year-old overcame some drifting issues with his swing earlier in the season, finding much more lower half consistency which has helped him make more consistent contact with more impact. He commands the pitch well, getting whiffs at the top of the zone while working east west effectively too. OBP Prospect Rankings - Updated 9/10/2022 (Chris Clegg) Corbin Carroll (OF - ARI) Gunnar Henderson (SS/3B - BAL) Elly De La Cruz (SS - CIN) Jackson Chourio (OF - MIL) Vaughn Grissom (2B/SS - ATL) Anthony Volpe (SS - NYY) Jordan Walker (3B - STL) James Wood (OF - SDP) Jordan Lawlar (SS - ARI) Miguel Vargas (3B - LAD) Cartaya picked up where he left off in 2022 with another great offensive season while impressing with his polish behind the plate. 2022 Fantasy Baseball Prospect Rankings #1-10. Luciano does have a borderline 70-grade arm which helps his outlook, but could also play well at third base. The 20-year-old is extremely mature at the plate and leverages his favored counts really well, looking for a pitch that he can get the head of the bat out on and rarely missing the mistakes. The simplicity of McLains swing helps him control his body well and punish velocity.
Top 60 MLB prospects: Keith Law's updated 2022 midseason ranking Power surge has Turang 'in the conversation'. He has the goods to be one of the better offensive catchers in the game. Already looking like one of the biggest position player steals of the 2020 MLB Draft, Wiemer has enjoyed a spectacular first two professional seasons, launching 48 homers while stealing 61 bases in 232 games. Still probably two years from Fenway Park, Mayer could have a claim as one of baseballs best overall prospects by the end of next year. He identifies spin well and punishes mistakes while lifting the ball as much as anyone in the minors which helps his offensive profile. Like in the box, Veens running and fielding projection is contingent on how his body develops. The improved contact rates have not come at the expense of power for Dominguez, registering a max exit velocity of 113 MPH this season while upping his 90th percentile EV by nearly three mph this season. Height/Weight: 511, 170|Bat/Throw: R/R|IFA: $725K 2018 (SFG)|ETA: 2024. Our team has taken in nine showcase tournaments and been closely monitoring fall scrimmages . Plus defense and speed headline Perazas exciting tools, but the kid can swing it too. While power may not be the catalyst of Rocchios game, he has hit the ball with more authority and carry over the last two seasons. It helps that Paradas load starts early though his athleticism and strong base allows him to repeat the moves. His hands and ability to manipulate the barrel allow him to get to pitches even when he loses his lower half, but he has shown plus power potential when he stays on his back side. Though swing and miss concerns cloud the 21-year-olds outlook a bit, his consistent production has become impossible to ignore. Back to back seasons in the upper minors with gaudy strike out numbers and improving walk rates had Waldichuk continuing his ascent as a highly regarded pitching prospect after being a more under-the-radar guy as a fifth round pick in 2019. Vargas has a silky smooth swing and a barrel that lives in the zone. Hassell has the potential to be an impact, middle of the order bat once/if he fills out. As he stands now, the 19-year-old has a chance to get on base at an impressive clip while mixing in 15-20 homers and plenty of doubles. Busch should be able to keep the strikeouts relatively in check with a lot of homers and walks. The changes really helped Lewis find offensive consistency, lighting up Triple-A to a .313/.405/.534 clip before getting the call up to the big leagues where he did kept things rolling for a dozen games before going down with the injury. Just Baseball's end of season top 100 prospect update for 2022! As you may expect with a tall, lanky hitter, theres some swing and miss concerns with Alcantara, but his athleticism helps him control his large frame through his swing. Arguably 2021s biggest breakout prospect got off to a brutally slow start this season before kicking things in gear the rest of the way. He has the tendency to get very contact-oriented, hitting more balls into the ground than desired, but his pro sample size is extremely small and he was handling aggressive assignments to High-A then Double-A in the early days of his Twins career. Hovers with front leg to help keep weight back. While his power is more apparent to his pull side at this point, Montgomery comfortably barrels the ball to all fields and should develop into home run power to all fields. The improvements to the hit tool make Green an interesting 5-tool prospect. It was huge for Davis to return to the field before the end of the 2022 season to shake off the rust from missing the majority of the season. A compact build with some wiry strength, Arroyo really gets into his lower half with a wide, crouched stance in order to get his entire body into his swing. Through his first 150 professional games, Veen cruised to 50 stolen bases and has continued to get better with his jumps and picking the right spots to run. McLain has as simple of a swing and set up as youre going to find. The Rays very likely have another homegrown stud pitcher on their hands. Possessing as much upside as anyone you are going to find in the back end of the Top 100 list and somehow still just 23 years old, Lewis has the ingredients to become a perennial All-Star. Age: 19|Height/Weight: 510, 210|Bat/Throw: S/R|IFA: $5 million 2020 (NYY)|ETA: 2024. The former Minnesota Golden Gopher did not need to use his changeup much in college thanks to his dominant slider and high velocity fastball, but Meyer has made a concerted effort to improve the quality of his third pitch. He already has a decent approach and feel for the barrel. Lawlar has the ceiling of a perennial All-Star capable of impacting the game in a variety of ways. Consistently punching out batters at a 27% clip or higher, Abel dominated lower level hitters with his fastball/slider combination though his feel for his changeup has improved as the season progressed. Because he has such a great feel for the barrel, Moreno is comfortable using the whole field and can spoil even the toughest of pitchers pitches. A tick harder and tighter, Millers curve has gone from a strike stealing pitch to a legitimate put away offering. The top 20 players for each organization, plus other notables, the 2022 impact, and the risers and fallers. Though his power is above average at best, Rafaelas adjustments have helped him tap into it in games making his jump in HR/FB rate sustainable. Solid reads and instincts along with an above average arm give him a great chance to stick in center, but if he moves to a corner he could profile as a fringe plus defender. When you watch Lee hit, it is easy to understand how he was so consistent through his three collegiate seasons and kept it rolling into his first 31 pro games. Possessing electric stuff, its a matter of command for the tall and talented righty. As the stuff has jumped, Bibees command has remained fantastic, walking just 5% of hitters this season. Height/Weight: 64, 185|Bat/Throw: R/R|2nd Round (59), 2017 (NYM)|ETA: 2022. MLB Draft prospects 2022. Starting with his weight slightly stacked on his back leg, Mayer uses a barrel tip for timing along with a stride. Keegan should start the year in Charleston and should move up the ladder quickly. Still an aggressive hitter, Soderstrom could benefit from cutting down his 31% chase rate, but that will likely come with more at bats. In the Cape Cod league, Lee slashed an astounding .405/.432/.667 with 6 home runs, 16 runs scored and 13 RBIs in 21 games played in 2021. There was no sugar coating how concerning things looked for Dominguez in 2021, however 2022 has served as a perfect example as to why you do not close the door on talented teenagers after a tough seasonespecially when they have the expectations and pressure placed on them like Dominguez did. Flashing plus in the 86-88 mph range, Perezs sharp, late breaking slider is difficult for hitters to differentiate from his fastball until it is too late. Profiling as the best pure hitter in the 2022 draft Johnson profiles as a second-base prospect coming out of the Georgia high school ranks. An average runner at best, Baty is not much of a base stealer, swiping only eight bags in his 237 minor league games. Turang has impressed scouts with his ability to hit and polish dating back to his high school days in Corona, California. Height/Weight: 62, 195|Bat/Throw: L/R|1st Round (26), 2020|ETA: 2023. Wagner slashed .243/.353/.386 with 1 home run, 11 RBIs, and 2 stolen bases in 19 games combined between rookie ball, A- Delmarva, and A+ Aberdeen. Davis earns high marks for his makeup and work ethic, which has been backed up by his consistent progression. The power does come with some swing-and-miss concerns, though it seems the strikeouts pile up due to Buschs willingness to get deep into counts. Amador makes up for it with borderline elite bat-to-ball skills as a righty and low chase rates.
Top 10 MLB Prospects 2022 Rankings It seems like Hassell is not too eager to put on weight and slow down as the speed component of his game is something he prides himself on. He has good bat speed that allows him to produce above-average raw power and hes starting to show he can get to it in games. With its sharp, late break, and his ability to spot it at the bottom of the zone, Miller has used the slider as a ground ball machine in the launchpad that is the Pacific Coast League. Williams will mix in an average changeup as his fourth offering, but it can get firm on him in the 87-90 mph range. Tovar has Gold Glove potential at the position and is already showing it by being one of the best defenders in Double-A at 20 years old. Though limited to first base professionally, he moves well at the position and has a plus arm with soft hands. 2023 Regular Season 2023 Spring Training 2022 Regular Season 2022 Postseason Important Dates Team by Team Schedule National Broadcasts. March 1, 2023. Campusano has a solid approach, picking up spin well and punishing breaking balls to the tune of an OPS above .800. Great stuff and premium athleticism give Bradley frontline upside. His plus speed should make him a consistent threat to steal bases. A virtual guarantee to stay in center field with a hit tool that is trending towards a 70 grade, Frelick is a throwback player who will have Steven Kwan lovers seeing double, but with a bit more exciting tools. Youll see Amador use his leverage counts to let swing for more from the left side more frequently, but he is adept to adjusting within at bats and catering his approach to the situation. A guy with an above-average hit tool and an ability to eke out every ounce of his slightly above-average power is usually a safer bet, which is why Burleson was able to accommodate the aggressive assignments. While there is some present whiff for Cartaya, he controls his body well, repeating his moves in the box. Marte has the tendency to pull off a bit with his front side, resulting in some struggles with breaking balls and too many rollovers to the left side of the infield. His low 80s slider flashes plus with late sweeping break. Theres room for more upside with the 21-year-old, who earns high marks for his tireless work ethic. Like many young hitters, the high fastball has been an area of temptation that he has succumbed to, though I expect the talented hitter to quell his aggressiveness against better pitching in High-A. With two strikes, Neto focuses on getting his foot down early and just letting his natural bat speed do the work. Abels fourth offering is an average curveball that can blend at times with his slider in the low 80s. With above-average speed and a good chance to stick in center, how much power Hassell develops at the plate will ultimately decide whether he is a solid regular or perennial All-Star. Regardless, Merrill has exceeded my expectations in every way, hitting the ball with much more authority than anticipated with his well above average ability to hit immediately shining through. His defensive versatility and offensive consistency should help his case as an everyday player and his added power gives him the upside of an above-average regular. Despite being a below-average runner, Burlesons reads and routes were solid as the year went on and his arm as a former pitcher is comfortably above-average. Wiemers ability to catch up to almost any velocity while holding his own against secondary stuff really improves his outlook in regards to his hit tool. An impressive four pitch mix which features three above average or better offerings, Whites above average command in tandem with the stuff gives him a high probability of being a No. Its a delicate balance for Frelick, who does hit the ball on the ground a lot (51% GB rate), but also racks up so many hits by slapping the ball on the ground and using his wheels. Woods lower half adjustability is extremely impressive for a player of his stature, as is his barrel control. Yet another electric pitching prospect in a loaded Dodgers system, Miller has a good chance to be the best of the bunch. Age: 22|Height/Weight: 63, 210|Bat/Throw: L/R|1st Round (12) 2019 (NYM)|ETA: 2023. Age: 23|Height/Weight: 62, 210|Bat/Throw: R/R|1st Round (1), 2017 (MIN)|ETA: 2022.
Top MLB Prospects Who Could Be Prizes of 2022 Blockbuster Trades How much power he will generate is the biggest question that will ultimately determine his ceiling but 16 homers in 99 games between Low-A, High-A and Double-A is a great sign. Since debuting in 2021, Whites fastball has operated in the mid 90s, topping out at 97 mph with riding life. The 67 Campbell is an intimidating bulldog on the mound, striking out 141 batters in 101.1 innings while posting a 3.82 ERA in 16 starts in 2022. Theres a chance Amador could move to second base, where his defense could be elite, but for now Amador looks to have a solid chance to stick at the position, especially if he improves his arm strength. Already one of the games best catching prospects, Cartaya made up for lost time with a monster 2022 season. McLain has made a concerted effort to be a more aggressive base stealer in the pros, swiping 30 bags on 33 tries in his first 110 games. An above average runner, Westburg has enough athleticism and a good enough arm to stick at shortstop defensively. His routes got better and better as the year went on. On pace for a career-high mark for innings this season, Hall has at least made major strides in regards to the latter this year. Luciano is viewed by many as a candidate to move off of shortstop, though the Giants have exclusively played him at short so far in his career.