As has become the custom in the bonus-pool era, the team with the No. 1 overall selection isn't tipping its hand and giving up any negotiating leverage. With nine days to go before the Draft begins during All-Star Week in Atlanta, the Nationals still are weighing the merits of as...

PHOENIX -- “You can know everything in the world, sport, but the only way you’re finding that one out is by giving it a shot.” Robin Williams’ character in Good Will Hunting offers the above advice to an MIT janitor/genius played by Matt Damon. In the context of the film,...

PHOENIX -- Kayson Cunningham knew he was a lock to make the team. Something of a youth travel ball phenom from a young age, Cunningham had racked up thousands of Instagram followers by the time he was in middle school. So when more than 40 kids sat in a room...

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PHOENIX -- For the first 14 minutes of his life, Kyson Witherspoon was the man. No twin brother yet, he didn't look nearly identical to anyone else, nor did he share nearly all of his traits with anyone. But then came Malachi. Henceforth, the Witherspoon boys had each other. More...

Sean Gamble discusses his love for baseball, the benefits of versatility and his strengths as a player

Daniel Pierce discusses playing under his father in high school, his decision to focus on baseball and whether he will go to college or the minor leagues

Jamie Arnold discusses his mindset during the combine and managing ups and downs of a season

Bruin Agbayani discusses representing and coming from Hawaii, as well as, having fun learning from the best players

Jacob Walsh discusses watching James Wood and learning from him, as well as, his development so far from High School

PHOENIX -- For the first 14 minutes of his life, Kyson Witherspoon was the man. No twin brother yet, he didn't look nearly identical to anyone else, nor did he share nearly all of his traits with anyone. But then came Malachi. Henceforth, the Witherspoon boys had each other. More...

NEW YORK -- Over the past two seasons, Jarren Advincula has proven he can hit at the highest level of wood-bat summer ball, the Cape Cod League. On Monday, he showed he can perform with the lumber in New York City too. The Cotuit second baseman hit a three-run homer...

PHOENIX -- If you watched Mets baseball at the turn of the 21st century, you likely remember Benny Agbayani. And while it might be hard to believe that the Subway Series Fall Classic is approaching its quarter century anniversary this autumn, here’s another dose of how quickly the days move:...

In just over two weeks' time, Ethan Holliday will hear his name called during the 2025 MLB Draft. The No. 1 prospect in the class, Holliday could make family history, joining his brother Jackson as a potential top overall pick. But before that, Ethan, alongside his dad, Matt, a seven-time...

PITTSBURGH – After months of scouting and traveling, the Pirates’ Draft team will reconvene in Pittsburgh next week to formally map out their strategy ahead of this year’s MLB Draft, which will take place July 13-14 in Atlanta. Holding the sixth overall pick, the Pirates will have their second lottery...

Draft prospects Kyson and Malachi Witherspoon discuss their journey through amateur baseball, their college development, and more

Draft prospects Alex and Kyle Lodise discuss their MLB player comparisons, the competitive nature of their family, and more

Brothers JoJo and Jacob Parker discuss their player comparisons and being both top-ranked prospects and brothers

Draft prospect Anthony Pack Jr. speaks on his experience at the MLB combine, making connections with other players, his development, and more

Tate Southisene discusses having a similar playing style to Trea Turner, his physical development, and more

Sixteen days until the Draft ... so you know what the main focus of the Pipeline Inbox will be....

It’s a little over two weeks before the start of the 2025 Draft, and the evaluation period is all but over. The College World Series is over. The Draft Combine has been completed. Sure, there are players to keep an eye on in the Draft League and Cape Cod League...

MLB's stars of tomorrow are becoming the stars of today in very short order these days. To wit, two dozen players who were selected in the previous two Draft classes have already made their Major League debut, including six players who were drafted just one year ago. On July 13-14...

Stillwater (Okla.) HS shortstop Ethan Holliday remains atop MLB Pipeline's updated and expanded Draft Top 250 Prospects list, in large part because he's the top power hitter available. Scouts consider Corona (Calif.) HS right-hander Seth Hernandez one of the best prep pitching prospects of the last decade because his fastball,...

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The Golden Spikes Award has been presented by USA Baseball to the best amateur player in the country each year since its inception in 1978. Past winners include Adley Rutschman (2019), Kris Bryant (2013), Bryce Harper (2010), Stephen Strasburg (2009), Buster Posey (2008), David Price (2007) and many others who...

I'm back from the Draft Combine, looking forward to the College World Series finals this weekend and can sort of see the light at the end of the Draft tunnel. In 23 days, we'll know who the Nationals will take with the No. 1 overall pick. Let's answer your questions,...

Between the Draft Combine and the Men's College World Series, the 2025 Draft is on everybody's mind this week. The MLB Pipeline Podcast crew is on site at Chase Field for the Combine as the best Draft-eligible prospects look to boost their respective stocks. Each week leading up to the...

PHOENIX – Brandon Compton had sat in the seats at Chase Field many times. Growing up in Buckeye, Ariz., less than an hour west of the D-backs’ home ballpark, the 21-year-old came to countless games, cheering on his hometown squad. But he had never stepped into the batter’s box and...

PHOENIX -- The Draft Combine continued with more pro-style workouts during Day 2 on Wednesday. Position players took batting practice and participated in defensive drills, while pitchers threw off the mound at Chase Field. On the heels of Tuesday's workout standouts, these players impressed today:...

12th ranked Draft prospect Steele Hall discusses his MLB player comparison being Trea Turner, watching Turner growing up and more

Mason Estrada discusses balancing baseball with an education at MIT and embracing sabermetrics to improve his ability

Draft prospect Mason Neville discusses taking the best opportunities available for college, using that for his development and more

Draft prospect Quentin Young discusses his MLB player comparison being Elly De La Cruz, trying to be as fast as him at shortstop and more

Draft prospect Talon Haley discusses learning from his brothers, using his height to his advantage and more

Slater de Brun discusses his 'Lil Slayyy' singing career, using his smaller height to his advantage and his mentorship with Richie Sexson

14th ranked Draft prospect Kayson Cunningham discusses constantly improving, winning MVP in his 18U national team and more

Liam Doyle discusses how he has grown in his time with Tennessee and his best comparisons to Major League pitching

7th ranked Draft prospect Billy Carlson discusses bringing a winning culture, which MLB player he wants to be like and more

Seth Hernandez discusses what pitchers he compares himself to, his best pitches and the potential for multiple first-round picks from Corona