Which Dodgers prospect could be the next to join the Top 100?

The Dodgers have become the most well-run machine in baseball -- not only as back-to-back World Series champions but also as the owners of the best farm system in the league.

Through timely trades, smart drafting, excellent player development and more, Los Angeles has amassed envious depth and top-end talent.

Currently, the Dodgers have seven Top 100 prospects as well as two more prospects -- outfielder James Tibbs III (No. 8) and right-hander River Ryan (No. 9) -- who recently spent time on that list.

Josue De Paula, OF (MLB No. 13)
Zyhir Hope, OF (MLB No. 20)
Eduardo Quintero, OF (MLB No. 34)
Alex Freeland, SS/3B (MLB No. 45)
Mike Sirota, OF (MLB No. 64)
Jackson Ferris, LHP (MLB No. 98)
Emil Morales, SS (MLB No. 100)

Of course, with graduations and strong 2026 performances, it won't be long before more Dodgers prospects join the Top 100. Here's a look at three possibilities of who could be next to join these ranks.

Joendry Vargas, SS (No. 12)

Vargas has been a name to watch since signing for $2,077,500 as the No. 3 prospect in the 2023 international class. The other four players in the top five -- Padres catcher Ethan Salas, Mariners shortstop Felnin Celesten, Reds catcher Alfredo Duno and Athletics righty Luis Morales -- have all spent time in the Top 100, and Vargas has as much potential as any of them.

The Dominican native will show flashes of average-or-better tools across the board, highlighted by consistent right-handed power and a plus arm, giving him the chance to be an offensive-minded shortstop in a 6-foot-3 frame.

Unfortunately, he hasn't been able to tap into that potential yet because injuries have slowed his development. He's played just 118 games in his three pro seasons, and three separate injured list stints in 2025 limited him to a career-low 133 plate appearances. When he did play, he showed concerning swing-and-miss issues, with a 30.4 percent strikeout rate and just a 7.4 percent walk rate.

Vargas has plenty to prove against more advanced pitching after thriving in limited samples in Rookie ball, so just staying healthy in his second go-around at Single-A would be a major success. But if he can also improve his pitch recognition, he has the type of impact power to become a star, even with a fair number of K's.

Ching-Hsien Ko, OF (No. 10)

The Dodgers' farm system is overflowing with quality outfielders, and Ko is one of the most unsung prospects. Now 19, he is older than most signees in the 2024 international class, but that also came with more success on the international stage in the U-18 World Cup.

Ko is well built at 6-foot-3, 215 pounds and stands out for his offensive potential from the left side of the plate. He has natural strength and bat speed, and he figures to maximize his power because of how often he puts the ball in the air. He also benefits from a disciplined approach, with nearly as many walks (17.0 percent) as strikeouts (19.8 percent).

The big question for Ko is whether he'll be able to stick in center field. He received most of his reps in center in Rookie ball but largely played left at Single-A in deference to better defenders. This type of offensive profile as an up-the-middle defender would be a good bet to become a Top 100 prospect, although he should still hit enough to make an impact if he has to stick to a corner.

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Charles Davalan, OF (No. 15)

Davalan had one of the best hit tools in the 2025 Draft, where the Dodgers drafted him 41st overall out of Arkansas, and he showed as much during an eight-game stint against overmatched competition in Single-A when he slashed .500/.541/.735. Big-time Southeastern Conference producers are expected to thrive at Single-A, but that's still a great first step for him.

The 21-year-old has a swing geared for contact and a disciplined approach that should enable him to reach base at a high clip. While he doesn't elevate the ball a ton, he's fairly strong for a 5-foot-9 hitter and should be able to nab extra bases with his impressive speed.

Davalan uses those wheels to his advantage in center field and played some second base in college, so that versatility could come in handy. Worst-case scenario, he should be an above-average defender in left (since he doesn't have the arm for right), although that would put pressure on his bat to deliver more pop.

The Dodgers have a track record of coaxing more power out of their hitters, so perhaps Davalan could find another gear, consistently reaching 20 homers per year. He's already got a 60 grade on the most important tool (hitting), so he's not far from Top 100 status.