Still extremely talented and young, theres plenty of reason to believe that Matos can bounce back in 2022. This allows him to keep his weight back and spray the ball all over the field. Arihara, 29, spent much of last season on the injured list following shoulder surgery, made three ineffective appearances in September, and was designated for assignment on September 21. Already pretty maxed out physically, Green has flashed exit velocities that you rarely see from a player his age. Age: 20|Height/Weight: 62, 190|Bat/Throw: R/R|IFA: $2.6M (2018)|ETA: 2023. Campusano has a solid approach, picking up spin well and punishing breaking balls to the tune of an OPS above .800. Despite being younger than the average player at every Minor League stop hes been at, Peraza has held his own with both the bat and his glove along the way. Height/Weight: 60, 175 | Bat/Throw: S/S | $1.55M 2018 (CIN) | ETA: 2025. Pfaadts preferred weapon for left-handed hitters is his above average changeup with late arm side fade in the mid 80s. On pace to set a career high in stolen bases, he has also been the most efficient of his career, swiping his first 29 bags on 31 tries this season. Walker starts slightly open with his stance and does not close himself off totally, sometimes even stepping in the bucket a bit. His fastball sits in the mid-90s and he throws a splitter. 6-keys: media/spln/mlb/reg/free/stories, at Trey Hillman, NPB/KBO/MLB 2x Champion Manager (02/05/21), "Chatter Up!" He identifies spin well and punishes mistakes while lifting the ball as much as anyone in the minors which helps his offensive profile. Gasser was traded at the 2022 MLB Trade Deadline in a package for Josh Hader. Still an aggressive hitter, Soderstrom could benefit from cutting down his 31% chase rate, but that will likely come with more at bats. 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. The right-hander has a four seamer and sinker along with a plus curve, slider and changeup. Regardless of where he ends up on the defensive side of things, Soderstoms bat will be his ticket to becoming an above average big league regular. Manzardo has a patient approach, rarely chasing and leverages his hitters counts well. There isnt much more Stone can achieve in the Minor Leagues. He made his 2020 debut on July 7, a few weeks after NPBs June 19 start, and pumped in a fastball at 100 mph against the very first batter he faced. Height/Weight: 63, 210|Bat/Throw: L/R|2nd Round (42), 2019 (BAL)|ETA: 2023. Colson Montgomery, SS. There are few catchers in Major League Baseball who can swing the bat as well as Moreno does while providing the athleticism that he brings to the table. Amador is a polished hitter who repeats his moves well with great timing. If he moves to third, Marte should be good defender at the position, though there is still hope that he can continue to find consistency up the middle. There are dozens of relievers worthy of recognition, but none more so than Moinelo. The hit tool and raw power were never a question for Jung, but he struggled to tap into his plus raw pop in his first professional season. Abels arsenal has the potential to be frontline caliber. The hype around Yamamoto coming into 2020 made his starts appointment viewing in 2020. The newly-turned 20-year-old has some work to do to achieve his frontline ceiling, but theres potential for three plus pitches and above average command if all goes right with Jobes development. Upright stance with some weight on his back leg, Moreno starts his hands in a relaxed position then uses a barrel tip for timing. The hard-throwing right-handers maturation was immediately visible (1.83 ERA across 22 Low-A and High-A starts). He gave up 27 home runs and walked 62 batters in 157 innings. Casas is still working to tap into his light-tower power more consistently in games and injuries over the last couple seasons have like effected that. He is rangy with actions that have continuously become smoother along with an 80 grade arm. Theres a lot to like with Johnsons bat as a potential plus hitter with plus raw power. An above-average arm is just the icing on the cake for a guy who should command the outfield as well as anyone in the business once he gets to the big leagues. Given the confidence that PCA has in his ability to put bat on ball, he can get a bit swing happy at times. If Moreno can tap into at least average game power, were probably talking about one of the most well-rounded catchers in the sport. The 22-year-old has added some strength over the years and has worked with the Dodgers to translate his high contact rate and impressive bat speed into more game power. A plus runner who played all over the field in his collegiate career at UCLA, McLain could be the best candidate to see more action at another position. On the base paths, PCA has already made his speed known, swiping 13 bags in his 38 Low-A games prior to his promotion. 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. No league or continent qualifiers are necessary: Murakami and Sasaki are the best young hitter and pitcher, respectively, in the world. As Chourio improves with his patience and approach, he should develop into an above average hitter with plus raw power. Even with the added power, Turang has still maintained his impressive contact rates while commanding the strike zone. An easy plus runner, Ford stole 23 bases on 28 tries this season. 3 starter than the fringe No. The bat is the carrying piece here for Colas, but he has a chance to be an extremely productive hitter. His quiet load helps him stay on time, producing an impressive zone contact rate of 89% in 2022. 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. Green ran a ridiculous 6.16 60-yard dash as a high schooler and his electrifying speed helps him cover a ton of ground in center. 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. Throwing from a low arm slot, Tiedemann generates a ton of arm speed allowing his already impressive arsenal to play up. Even though Herrera has not quite put his exciting offensive tools together, he turned in another above average offensive season, but this time in Triple-A as a 22-year-old catcher. 1 selection in the 2022 Draft, Holliday has five-tool potential and looked great in his brief debut season. At the end of the day, the big asset here is Davis bat. Its impressive how he is able to generate the rotational power and whippy bat speed he does with such little effort. 34. After a massive year in High-A in 2021, Pages struggled to match the same level of consistency in Double-A, though he still turned in a solid campaign for a 21-year-old in the upper minors. 3 starter. Age: 19|Height/Weight: 62, 195|Bat/Throw: R/R|1st Round (3), 2021|ETA: 2024. He has rarely needed to use the pitch in the lower levels, but continues to use it more frequently as faces stiffer competition. If Matos looks for certain pitches in certain spots and displays more patience, he should see an uptick in the power and walk departments, while his K-rate would increase a negligible amount at most. Ohnos season got off to a slow start with an 0-3 record and 4.04 ERA after six starts. Height/Weight: 64, 205|Bat/Throw: L/R|1st Round (22), 2021 (CWS)|ETA: 2023. Theres a nice blend of on base skills, power potential and athleticism that could make Ford a dynamic offensive threat. A good 2021 season followed by a superb Arizona Fall League performance adds some context to 2022s breakout, though his 100+ game sample this season should be more than enough for people to trust the bat. Initially rushed to the big leagues due to a brutal catching situation in San Diego last season, Campusano was sent back to Triple-A where he has since mashed. His long strides help him close in on the baseball in the outfield, which has helped Wood actually look pretty good in the early going in center field. The improved command for Brown has him trending towards a solid middle of the rotation option with flashes of more. . Nov 11, 2022. Defensively, he has a strong arm that serves as a reminder that he pitched as a youngster. Height/Weight: 60, 205 | Bat/Throw: L/R | 1st Round (29) 2018 | ETA: 2023. An above average runner, Volpe does not need elite speed to be a menace on the base paths. 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. 2 pick while offering a bit less volatility than most players with his kind of ceiling. Already looking like a steal as the 71st overall pick in the 2021 Draft, Gasser has quickly climbed through the Minors, making his way to Triple-A in less than 30 professional starts. Great bat-to-ball skills and swing malleability help Frelick make a ton of contact while getting to tough pitches. Not only does the changeup give Painter a rare fourth speed, but it also gives him a fourth movement direction which is a tunneling nightmare for hitters. Moinelo is one of the Cuban players the Hawks have signed in recent years, a group that also includes Oscar Colas and slugger Alfredo Despaigne. The bidding war for his services could be historic when hes ready to break into the big leagues. The Dodgers took the training wheels off of Miller this year and he has responded well to being stretched out. NPB is much more fun when Yamakawa is clicking on all cylinders, so Seibu fans will hope to see more of the same next year. Already built like a linebacker at 20 years old, Walker has hedged early swing and miss concerns by simply mashing as one of the youngest players at every stop. Tiedemann made major strides in his season at Golden West JC, prompting the Jays to take him in the third round. It takes Pages a while to get to his top speed but once he does, hes an above-average runner. A comfortably above-average arm and more than enough athleticism to be passable in a corner outfield spot, there is plenty of reason to believe that Caissie can develop into at least an average defender and he made solid strides defensively this season. Dominguezs swing was further along from the left side to begin with, though he made some smaller tweaks to achieve much of the same benefits of his right-handed improvements. Just inhuman stuff. Much like Burleson, Norby has been able to still tap into above average raw power with limited movement and his feel to hit allows him to squeeze out every bit of that power in games. The hit tool is fringe plus for OHoppe with above average raw power that he has figured out how to tap into consistently in games. He may be susceptible to the long ball, but solo shots hurt a pitcher much less than walks and Pfaadt only walked 4.8% of batters this season. Rocchios right-handed swing has been more advanced over the years, though he closed the gap on his splits this season. Bob Fontaine Jr., Legendary Scout and "Baseball "Chatter Up!" The pitch averages more than 19 inches of induced vertical break. If this does not resolve the issue or you are unable to add the domains to your allowlist, please see this FAQ. Netos athleticism is evident at shortstop where he has solid range with a knack for the highlight reel play. After being selected No. An athletic catcher, Moreno moves well behind the dish and has a quick release complemented by an above-average arm, helping him throw out 41% of attempted base stealers in Triple-A this season. When Marte sticks to his approach, hes a tough hitter to strikeout, but he can also find himself selling out for pull-side power, occasionally giving away at-bats. No wonder MLB fans were in awe. Initially viewed as a high-risk, high-reward power bat, Marte has a higher offensive floor than some may give him credit for. But his ERAs for July, August, and September ballooned to 7.36, 6.32, and 6.21, respectively. After setting a career high of 14 homers last year, Aranda has launched 20 this season while maintaining his elite contact rates. From the left side, Amador utilizes a gathering leg kick in tandem with a rhythmic hand load with impressive control. Though not a burner, Walker is an average runner who gets great jumps on the bases. One of the most athletic catchers in the minors, Naylor has made big leaps behind the dish over the last couple seasons. Baty made some small tweaks to sync up his upper body and lower-half, slashing his ground ball rate by more than 10%. Our team has taken in 9 showcase tournaments and been closely monitoring fall scrimmages. Murakami also saw a big jump in batting average, going from .231 last season to .307 in 2020. Big body with long levers and tremendous strength throughout his frame, Casas deploys a small hovering leg kick that is very slow and controlled and allows him to maintain incredible balance throughout every swing. A rare, ahead-of-his-years prep catching prospect, Romo has impressed both at the plate and behind it. The bat-to-ball skills are excellent and he has a real chance to become a plus hitter with solid power when all is said and done. Moris season got off to a nightmare start when he fractured his finger in April, throwing his catcher mask in frustration. Elsewhere among the imports, there are pitchers who are looking to rebound. After a fantastic rookie campaign in 2021, Maki built on his success with a .291/.354/.507 slash line in 2022. While there is more room to fill out for Mayer, he is already tapping into above average raw power with a 90th percentile exit velocity of nearly 104 MPH. 2022 Panini Three and Two Baseball Adley Rutschman Prospects Auto 13/49 . Hendersons skillset is similar to that of Bobby Witt Jr.s with perhaps slightly less loud tools and a more advanced approach. Lee will likely climb quickly, with a good chance to hit for a high average and get on base at a high clip while hitting for at least average power. Green seems to know his swing and repeats his moves pretty well. The Buffaloes ace shined in most of those games, living up to the hype with an array of sharp breaking balls. After drawing free passes at a 9.8% clip in Low-A in 2021, Dominguez has walked 13.4% of the time this season between Low-A, High-A and Double-A. As Espino improved on his command, his strikeout rates continued to rise through the 2021 season and into 2022. A plus runner, Davis has the goods to stick in center field along with an above-average arm which could handle either corner as well. Though he struck out 61 batters in 53 innings, he allowed 45 hits and 32 bases on balls. Meads advanced approach and swing give him a chance at becoming a plus hitter at the highest level with 20+ homers and plenty of doubles. It will remain to be seen if Johnson can get away with his loud moves against more advanced pitching, however his advanced feel to hit and ridiculous bat speed should help him either A. His explosive lower half paired with his bat speed helps him react to hard stuff inside, boasting plus power to his pull side already. Additionally, the 24-year-old threw the first no-hitter of his career on June 18 against the Seibu Lions and went undefeated in the second half of the season. The efficiency of his swing and simple pre-swing moves help him frequently be on time as well as get to tough pitches. It flashed solid depth and shape at the bottom of the zone, making it a nice change-of-pace pitch to be used sparingly. Rafaela is not quite as elite at shortstop due to his average arm, but his quickness, great hands and range make him an above average infielder at the position. Now at the Triple-A level, things have clicked for Wiemer as his chase and whiff rates have dwindled as the season has progressed. 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. Fantasy Alarm . Even though his front shoulder can leave the ball a bit earlier than desired, he keeps his weight back and his bat stays in the zone for so long that he has no problem pulverizing fastballs. He already flashed above average power to his pull side this season with a max exit velocity of 112 mph and has plenty more power in the tank. 4 starter with the swing-and-miss potential to show flashes of a middle-of-the-rotation starter. What encourages me most about McLain is his strong approach and pitch recognition. However, he has worked to be much quicker and direct to the baseball, seeing improvements with his contact rates and ability to handle hard stuff in. One of the biggest climbers in regards to prospect rankings, OHoppes offensive numbers would have been impressive for a first baseman let alone a strong defensive catcher. An above-average runner, Marte is not the biggest threat on the base paths, but he does add some value in that department. Sakamoto is the oldest position player on this list, having turned 31 in December. This past year was actually a step back for Suzuki, with him hitting .300/.409/.544 with 25 home runs in 118 games. The most talented prep arm in the 2020 draft class, Abel has not disappointed thus far, reaching Double-A in 32 pro starts. Height/Weight: 65, 220|Bat/Throw: R/R|1st Round (21), 2020 (STL)|ETA: 2023. The right-handers 88-90 mph changeup flashes plus and has been around the zone much more this season and he is comfortable throwing his above-average slider in the upper 80s for strikes as well. Haarlem Baseball Week (Honkbalweek Haarlem) in the Netherlands - European New Zealand Baseball National Team does the Haka at 2022 "Chatter Up!" Vargas drives the ball to all fields with ease, controlling his body extremely well through his swing. Walker has 40+ homer upside with at least an average hit tool and solid complementary skills to provide value beyond his potentially special bat. Stocky with a powerful and explosive lower half, Alvarez stays in his backside really well and controls his body throughout his load and swing. A 1.049 OPS in his first season with as many walks as strikeouts as a 22-year-old is hard to argue against. Vargas has a silky smooth swing and a barrel that lives in the zone. The defensive tools are loud and he should impact the game with his glove and legs on a nightly basis. Play Ball Youth Baseball & Softball. A two-way player at Minnesota, Meyers athleticism is more than evident on the mound with the way he is able to use his lower half and repeat his mechanics, helping him to above average command. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Copyright 2008-2023 The Cardboard Connection. Hence has as much upside as any pitching prospect at the lower levels. A patient hitter, Henderson has maintained a chase rate below 20% all season and should consistently get on base at an impressive clip. The 2024 MLB Draft projects well, especially in terms of college talents. His defensive value comes from his 70 grade arm which is one of the strongest in the minors and pretty accurate as well thanks to his pitching days. Lawlars advanced feel to hit and developing power give him great upside in the batters box. Already posting above average contact rates, Winn could develop into a fringe-plus hitter as he matures at the plate. 3 starter, Height/Weight: 61, 210|Bat/Throw: R/R|IFA: $300K, 2017 (LAD)|ETA: 2023. If he can improve his command, then he could be given a different title someday down the road: big-league ace. Westburg has the potential to provide a steady bat with 20-25 homers in the tank and defensive value all over the infield. As he gets more reps and irons out the fundamentals, Williams should be an above average defender at short. This approach is something ECU coach Cliff Godwin has instilled in his hitters and it is a big reason why Burleson has been able to maintain a minuscule 17% strikeout rate in his Minor League career. Arguably 2021s biggest breakout prospect got off to a brutally slow start this season before kicking things in gear the rest of the way. 2/No. Yamakawa is good for the latter, even if that's all he's good for on a baseball diamond. Height/Weight: 60, 195|Bat/Throw: R/R|1st Round (3), 2020 (MIA)|ETA: 2022. The adjustments made a huge impact in the power department and did not undermine his bat-to-ball skills at all. Aranda is too good of a hitter to not be a big league regular. As the season has gone on, Miller has leaned on the pitch more than any of his other secondaries. Bowman Baseball 2022: Top 5 Prospects To Target, Orioles No. Veens upside rivals that of anyone in the minors as he has the potential to become a five-tool superstar. At a physical 5-foot-10, 200 pounds, Ford generates impressive bat speed and a compact swing geared for line drives. The lack of fastball quality was my biggest concern with Priester and the use of his sinker has helped hedge that immensely. The 24-year-old has the floor of a back end of the rotation starter though I believe his pitchability and willingness to improve and tweak his craft will have him closer to a No. His offensive breakout makes it easy to overlook the fact that he can really defend behind the dish. His present command is above average with potential for plus. An easy plus plus pitch, the 12 inches of horizontal break, the pitch fades away from lefties, inducing plenty of weak contact while also diving in and under the hands of righties. The 23-year-old quickly proved everything he needed to statistically in the minors along with plus makeup. This one is another no-brainer. Now, were seeing Vientos mishit baseballs that are getting out to the opposite field. If Carter cleans up his routes he will easily project as a plus defender in centerfield. Hell need to continue to improve his knowledge of the strike zone as he moves up, as he could stand to walk at a higher rate. The Rays have plenty of options at first base moving forward, but Manzardo might be the best of the bunch. Lagging behind the other three pitches is Millers changeup which has flashed above average but has the tendency to get firm on him. Height/Weight: 67, 220|Bat/Throw: L/R|2nd Round (62) 2021 (SD)|ETA: 2025. Davis returned from injury for the final month of the Triple-A season and is slated to get more at bats in the Arizona Fall League while eying a strong start to 2023 and a potential call up. Perez generates easy extension thanks to his ridiculously long levers, causing the ball to get in on hitters quickly. One of the best athletes we have seen in years, Green is built like a linebacker and flies. He went fourth in the overall draft, and the Boston Red Sox took him on. That said, the more James Wood I see, the more belief I have that he can be closer to Judge than Mayberry. Lacking blocking fundamentals earlier in his career, Alvarez has made huge strides in preventing passed balls as well as receiving. Ota was a hard-slugging high school player who was drafted by the Yomiuri Giants and promptly given Hideki Matsuis old No. Whites fastball is easily a plus pitch thanks to the strong velocity, high spin rates and his ability to command it east/west and north/south. The high spin fastball averages more than 19 inches of vertical break, causing hitters to frequently swing under it. Montgomery already controls his body really well, keeping his weight back and using his leverage. At one point, he put together a streak of 45 consecutive scoreless innings. The 24-year-old looks like the latest Astros pitching development success story with smoothed mechanics and an assortment of pitches that plays off of each other really well. His long legs move quickly, making it seem like he is taking three steps between bases. Player Feature, NPB. That being said, the Pirates took him first overall to be the catcher of the future, and he has a chance to be just that. Matt Murton, Hanshin Tigers Legend & NPB "Chatter Up!" As Herrera gains confidence in his ability to drive the ball all over the field, his offensive consistency should continue to improve as it is a much tougher game when you are trying to catch everything out in front of home plate. An average runner at best, Baty is not much of a base stealer, swiping only eight bags in his 237 minor league games. He's made 11 All-Star Games and has won the Japan Series twice. Halls repertoire is as impressive as anyones and he is clearly the second-best pitching prospect in the Orioles farm system. Capable of producing exit velocities as high as 119 MPH, including 65 batted balls over 105 MPH since the start of the 2021 season (694 at-bats). Hell likely begin next season in Triple-A with a chance at an early season promotion. Merrill enjoyed a growth spurt in his senior year of high school and seems to just be reaping the rewards of the added physicality. The left-handed hitter has above average power to his pull side and easily backspins the baseball to all fields. The 21-year-old often looks to catch pitches out in front of the plate leading to above-average chase rates and an off the charts 55% pull rate. Theres some zone whiff for Mayer as his swing can get long on him at times, but his strong approach, splits and body control point towards an above average hit tool in the future. Betting that other teams would take a chance on his still-electric stuff, he had become a free agent after both he and the Mariners declined to exercise the option on his contract. After a rough 2019 Minor League season, Lewis broke out as the MVP of the Arizona Fall League. He led all relievers with 14.4 strikeouts per nine innings, outpacing the Seibu Lions Kaima Taira, who clocked in at 10.53. A favorite to be selected first overall in the 2021 MLB Draft, Mayer surprisingly fell to the Red Sox with the fourth selection. Vargas kept things rolling into Triple-A this season where he hit 17 homers and 53 XBH in 113 games. When Johnson is at his best, he is able to shoot balls the other way with authority as well, but he will need to find some more consistency with his lower half. The 23-year-old is fearless on the base paths getting to his top speed at the snap of a finger with quick long strides. Built-in deception, good stuff and consistently improving command have his stock quickly rising. It will likely take Davis some time to fully regain his explosiveness both at the plate and in the field and he will likely be one of the most closely watched prospects in the Arizona Fall League. Athleticism and mobility is a big part of Hassells game from the batters box to center field and the base paths. The right-hander landed it for a strike more than any of his other offerings, holding opponents to a .471 OPS against it. But he slumped in July and August and was 0-2 with a 7.82 ERA in September. Assuming Chourio continues to mature as a hitter, he has 30/30 upside while playing center field at an extremely high level. Maybe one of the most overlooked prospects in baseball over the last couple years, Aranda has produced a .323/.408/.513 slash line with 34 HR over his last two Minor League seasons. Built-in deception and a high spin fastball helps Waldichuk pick up Ks in bunches, despite his secondaries being just average or slightly above. He will definitely need to temper his 38% chase rate, however he has shown enough to provide optimism that he can develop into an at least average hitter. Playing center field at an extremely productive hitter actions that have continuously become smoother along with raw... 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