From Aldegheri to Zhuang, the World Baseball Classic's top performing prospects
The World Baseball Classic has been a stage for players across the world to show off their talents, and plenty of prospects have thrived in the spotlight. Players ranked on organizational Top 30 Prospects lists showed out, in particular.
Here are the best moments in Spring Breakout history
Before big league debuts, All-Star appearances and Cy Young Awards, the newer faces of Major League Baseball starred in Spring Breakout. The prospect event started in March 2024 and is heading into its third iteration, with a tournament format already announced for 2027 and '28. While more memories will be
The next wave of Giants pitching prospects is cresting in Minors
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- The Giants have an up-and-coming farm system teeming with talent. They boast the top power prospect in baseball in first baseman Bryce Eldridge. They're loaded with potential All-Star shortstops in Josuar Gonzalez, Luis Hernández, Jhonny Level and Gavin Kilen. Their collection of outfielders is nearly as strong,
Benge's bid to make Mets' Opening Day roster coming down to wire
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. -- The friends and lockermates that used to surround Carson Benge are mostly gone. Those who once joined Benge on the clubhouse couches for chess matches or simple conversations -- A.J. Ewing, Nick Morabito, Jacob Reimer, Ryan Clifford and the like -- have all been reassigned
Bevy of arms waiting in D-backs' pipeline behind top offensive prospects
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- There are 14 pitchers ranked among D-backs’ Top 30 prospects in MLB Pipeline’s 2026 preseason rankings, and of those 14, nine have entered the organization since last July -- either through the Draft or via trades. Building out the depth of arms in the system has been
On the field and in the clubhouse, McGonigle showing he belongs in the Majors
LAKELAND, Fla. -- Kevin McGonigle was getting ready to head to the Tigers clubhouse bathroom to wash his face Monday morning when he was stopped for a quick interview. As he was explaining his mindset heading into the final week of Spring Training and his approach to the barrage of
Here's everything you need to know for Year 3 of Spring Breakout
Spring Breakout is back for its third year, putting a preseason spotlight on baseball’s best prospect talents. The two previous iterations have already given us several memorable moments, like Paul Skenes’ strikeout of Jackson Holliday in a matchup of former No. 1 overall picks and Roman Anthony’s home run deep
Two-way talent, power arms among Rangers' prospect standouts
SURPRISE, Ariz. -- Few archetypes captivate fans more than two-way stars. Shohei Ohtani is the most talented and magnetic player in the game. Babe Ruth is perhaps the most famous and best player of all time. Bullet Joe Rogan set the standard in the Negro Leagues.
The prospects with the most interesting Statcast data this spring
You're about to see the most exciting prospects in baseball take the field during Spring Breakout this week -- but a lot of those prospects have already been putting on a showcase this spring. And with Statcast tracking now available for all 30 teams' Spring Training ballparks, it's easier than
Prospect Kilby hoping to keep surprising people in 1st full pro season
TAMPA, Fla. – It’s a known part of the Yankees' prospect culture: Just because you were scouted and signed by the organization does not mean you’ll play for the team in New York. For a team always trying to win, and willing to bring in whatever big leaguers necessary to
Star lefty-righty duo headlines a loaded Mariners farm
PEORIA, Ariz. -- The Mariners are rolling. They've posted five consecutive winning seasons, the longest streak in franchise history, and made their deepest playoff run ever last October, coming within a game of the World Series. They also have one of the strongest farm systems in baseball and used some
De Vries among top prospects to show promise in A's camp
MESA, Ariz. – Considering his status as one of baseball’s truly elite prospects, it was set up to be nearly impossible for Leo De Vries to live up to the hype as he entered his first big league camp with the Athletics. Not only did De Vries, MLB’s No. 4
Phillies No. 1 prospect Aidan Miller sees team doctor in Philadelphia
Here is the latest on injuries and roster moves involving MLB Pipeline's Top 100 prospects:
Wood leading stable of young Phils hurlers in impressive start to Minors camp
CLEARWATER, Fla. -- The last time the Phillies took a college pitcher in the first round of the Draft, before 2025, was when Aaron Nola was selected No. 7 overall in the 2014 Draft. In the 10 Drafts before the organization took Gage Wood No. 26 overall last year, the
'Hyper-transactional' Rays stockpiled prospect talent in offseason
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- The Rays' organization has a very simple philosophy that's cyclical: Build from within, get guys to the big leagues, acquire a ton of new talent. Rinse, repeat. In our 2025 Spring Training report from Rays camp, it was noted that Tampa Bay’s Top 30 prospect list
Here's the D-backs' player pool for their Spring Breakout game
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. -- The first two years of Spring Breakout games have provided some memorable moments. There was the throw by center fielder Druw Jones two years ago that gave Arizona fans their first in-person look at why the Diamondbacks believe he could handle center defensively in the big leagues
Explore Corpus Christi's Whataburger Field
Welcome to Whataburger Field, which sits in the shadow of the Harbor Bridge along Corpus Christi Bay. The breeze, the beach, the humidity -- it all makes a unique and fun backdrop to watch Astros stars of tomorrow try to make their way up the coast to Houston. Get ready
Elite stuff has Rodriguez in mix for roster spot
PEORIA, Ariz. – In many Latin American cultures, Christmas gifts don’t come from Santa Claus, but from El Niño Dios – the baby Jesus. For Padres right-hander Bradgley Rodriguez, that tradition lives on through a bat and a ball he received when he was 2 years old in Petare, Venezuela.
Renewed focus on clubhouse leadership fueling Pirates' optimism
BRADENTON, Fla. -- Before Pirates players took the field for workouts on a chilly Tuesday morning at LECOM Park, an unexpected conversation played out in the corner of the home clubhouse. Konnor Griffin, a 19-year-old from Mississippi who’s yet to play a Major League game, had questions for Marcell Ozuna,
Rays option top prospects Williams, Melton to Minors for everyday work
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. -- The Rays optioned shortstop Carson Williams and outfielder Jacob Melton to Minor League camp on Tuesday, sending down two of their top Major League-ready prospects with the hope that both will be ready to make an impact when they return. The news was not necessarily a
McGonigle makes play so nice, JV compliments it twice
LAKELAND, Fla. -- Justin Verlander can get zoned in on his outings and his pitching when he’s on the mound, but he made a point to thank the rookie Kevin McGonigle for his diving play at third base and throw from foul territory. “Great play,” Verlander said after his 4
Here's the Mets' player pool for their Spring Breakout game
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. – Nolan McLean was among the Spring Breakout alumni to make an impact in the Majors last season. Which Mets prospects could be the next ones to forge a similar path? For the third straight year, the Mets will send many of their top prospects to
Here's the Phillies' player pool for their Spring Breakout game
CLEARWATER, Fla. -- The Phillies’ top three prospects could make splashes this season in Philadelphia. Justin Crawford (No. 3 Phillies prospect, No. 53 prospect in baseball) is a lock to be the Opening Day center fielder. Andrew Painter (No. 2 Phillies prospect, No. 28 prospect in baseball) is a lock
Here's the Twins' player pool for their Spring Breakout game
The third annual Spring Breakout is coming up fast, and the Twins figure to field an intriguing roster this year. With four prospects in MLB Pipeline’s Top 100, plus a compelling arsenal of young arms, the home game against Phillies prospects on March 19 figures to be worth watching. Here’s
Here's the Royals' player pool for their Spring Breakout game
SURPRISE, Ariz. -- The Royals’ farm system is filled with prospects in both the upper and lower levels of the Minor Leagues. There are different positions, backgrounds, ages and skill levels. But for one day, the top prospects are coming together to field a team that represents the Royals in