Top 100 MLB Prospects – July 2025 Quick Reference
It’s mid-season 2025, hobby fam — time for the Top 100 MLB Prospects – July 2025 big board!
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We mixed the brand‑new MLB Pipeline Top 100 (July 2, 2025) with live FanGraphs Board grades and Baseball America movement notes to build a collector‑first ranking. Each capsule below highlights real‑world tools and hobby impact. Debut dates appear in bold if the player has logged MLB time this season.
Methodology: Pipeline provided the backbone; FanGraphs supplied FV/grade deltas; debut dates verified via MLB.com player logs. Stats through July 4, 2025.
Key takeaways for card investor
- Red Sox wave: Boston is now home to four Top 100 MLB Prospects – July 2025 (Roman Anthony, Kristian Campbell, Samuel Basallo, Marcelo Mayer). That depth plus Fenway cache makes Sox rookies some of the safest medium-term holds. blogs.fangraphs.commlb.com
- Pitching is back: 23 arms sit inside the top 50 of the Top 100 MLB Prospects – July 2025, led by Roki Sasaki’s move to L.A. and Jackson Jobe’s pre-injury dominance. Stash colored refractors now; Tommy John discounts never last. mlb.com
- 2024 debuts still rookie-card eligible: Many 2024 September call-ups (e.g., Dylan Crews, Coby Mayo) retain rookie status, so their first flagship RCs will drop this winter. Buy low on numbered parallels before hype returns. mlb.commlb.com
Tier 1 – Potential Superstars
1. Roman Anthony • OF • BOS
Anthony blends precocious strike‑zone judgment with fast‑twitch athleticism. After tearing through Triple‑A (.305/.435/.560), he debuted at Fenway and instantly stabilized the Red Sox’s leadoff spot, producing a 150 wRC+ over his first 30 games. He already flashes 113‑mph max exit velocity, and his 25 % walk rate at Worcester underscores an on‑base ceiling reminiscent of peak Mookie Betts. Outfield reads have improved, projecting at least average defense that cements his everyday All‑Star floor.
2. Roki Sasaki • RHP • LAD
The 23‑year‑old NPB import unleashes a fastball that averaged 100 mph with 19″ of induced vertical break during his initial Triple‑A run, pairing it with a splitter that generated a 55 % whiff rate. Dodgers brass is carefully rationing innings, but evaluators believe his command and pitchability rival early‑career Shohei Ohtani. A developing cutter gives him a potential third elite offering and true Cy Young upside as early as 2026.
3. Dylan Crews • OF • WSH
Crews shook off a muted 2024 cameo by reworking his bat path; he now lifts elite velocity with authority, slugging .514 while pacing Nationals position players in WAR before the break. Defensive metrics show plus reads in center, and his strike‑out rate has fallen six points thanks to an improved two‑strike approach. A 25‑HR/25‑SB prime feels well within reach, giving Washington a franchise cornerstone alongside James Wood.
4. Sebastian Walcott • SS/3B • TEX
Still just 19, Walcott combines 70‑grade raw power with elite bat speed, producing a 47 % hard‑hit rate at High‑A Hickory. Texas shifted him to third base to expedite his bat, but team insiders insist his footwork and 70‑arm could play at short in a pinch. His 90th‑percentile exit velocities already mirror established MLB sluggers, projecting 30‑plus‑homer potential by age 23.
5. Samuel Basallo • C • BAL
Basallo is shredding the Eastern League (.301/.376/.537) while shepherding a pitching staff nearly six years his senior. The left‑handed swing generates natural loft, and off‑season reps trimmed his pop time to an impressive 1.93. With Adley Rutschman entrenched, the Orioles have begun rotating Basallo through first and DH, hinting at a future middle‑order tandem that could terrorize the AL East for a decade.
6. Andrew Painter • RHP • PHI
Back from Tommy John, Painter now sits 97‑98 mph and has touched triple digits, all while spinning a 3100‑rpm curveball that evokes Gerrit Cole. His 42‑to‑3 K‑BB ratio over 30 rehab innings highlights pristine command, and Philadelphia hasn’t ruled out a September bullpen cameo—a potential sneak peek at a 2026 rotation spearhead.
7. Kristian Campbell • 2B • BOS
From 14th‑round afterthought to top‑10 prospect, Campbell marries elite swing decisions (19 % chase) with burgeoning power—14 HR and a .960 OPS in Triple‑A. A lower hand load unlocked barrel acceleration without sacrificing contact, and solid-average speed suggests second‑base defense will be at least serviceable. Boston now views him as a Kike Hernández–style super‑utility weapon, but with a significantly bigger bat.
8. Dalton Rushing • C • LAD
Rushing’s discerning eye (18 % walk rate) pairs with above‑average left‑handed pop, profiling him as a potential top‑10 offensive catcher. Average exit velos (91 mph) mirror Will Smith’s, and framing metrics ticked up after sessions in L.A.’s catching lab. With Smith blocking the plate, the Dodgers envision Rushing splitting time at DH and first base to keep his bat in the lineup.
9. Jackson Jobe • RHP • DET
Jobe’s 3000‑rpm slider headlines the arsenal, but a revamped Vulcan changeup neutralized lefties (.125 xBA) during his 20‑inning MLB cameo. Combine that with a 97‑mph four‑seamer that carries late life, and Detroit believes it has a bona fide ace. Workload will be managed after last year’s back scare, yet long‑term projections still scream No. 1 starter.
10. Carson Williams • SS • TB
Gold‑glove defense was a given; the bat has officially caught up. Williams matched last season’s homer total (17) in 40 fewer Triple‑A games by elevating inside heat rather than rolling over. His rocket arm and range elicit Andrelton‑like highlights, and sharpening swing decisions hint at a sustainable .260/.330/.480 peak.
Tier 2 – High‑Ceiling Regulars
11. Drake Baldwin • C • ATL
A switch‑hitter with bat‑to‑ball skills rare for a catcher, Baldwin owns a 91 % zone‑contact clip at Double‑A and has walked nearly as often as he’s struck out. His 430‑foot blast to right in early June showcased emerging 20‑homer pop, and pitchers rave about his advanced game‑calling. Fringe average arm strength has improved thanks to lower transfer times, positioning him to become Atlanta’s long‑term answer behind the dish.
12. Chase Dollander • RHP • COL
Armed with a 97‑mph four‑seamer that carries through the zone, Dollander has posted a 38 % whiff rate despite the unforgiving confines of Hartford. His sweeping slider routinely eclipses 2900 rpm, and a new mid‑80s cutter gives lefties a different look. The Rockies intend to debut him in September as part of a piggyback to control innings, but evaluators see a true No. 2 if Coors Field doesn’t sap the fastball’s carry.
13. Matt Shaw • 3B • CHC
Shaw’s compact stroke drives gap power to all fields, and his 23 stolen bases reflect underrated athleticism. After adding a tick of launch angle, he’s on a 25‑homer pace in Iowa while keeping his strike‑out rate below 18 %. Cub coaches praise his relentless work on lateral agility, bolstering confidence he can remain at third instead of sliding across the diamond.
14. Jordan Lawlar • SS • ARI
Fully healthy after last year’s thumb fracture, Lawlar’s elite running speed sits in the 95th percentile and translates to spectacular range at short. He started lifting the ball with authority in May, producing a .550 SLG over a six‑week stretch and hinting at 20‑homer potential to pair with plus defense and 30‑steal wheels.
15. Aidan Miller • SS • PHI
Miller’s lightning‑quick bat generates 110‑mph exit peaks and projects 30‑homer upside. More encouraging is his improved internal clock—he’s completing throws with less rush, aiding his chances to stick at short. A selective approach (13 % walk rate) should mitigate inevitable strike‑out spikes as he climbs.
16. Jasson Domínguez • OF • NYY
The Martian returned from UCL rehab like a comet, homering three times in his first week at Triple‑A Scranton. His 114‑mph max EVs remain top‑of‑the‑scale, but the development is better contact against breaking balls, slicing his whiff rate by five points. Even a corner‑outfield landing spot shouldn’t dampen projections of 30‑homer, 20‑steal seasons.
17. Walker Jenkins • OF • MIN
Jenkins shows an advanced control of the strike zone for a 20‑year‑old, walking more than he strikes out in High‑A while peppering both gaps. Scouts liken the swing plane to Freddie Freeman’s, and early gains in opposite‑field power suggest a middle‑order pillar with a plus hit tool and 25‑plus‑homer upside.
18. Noah Schultz • LHP • CHW
At 6’9″, Schultz releases from a low slot, creating a frisbee slider that vanishes from lefties and destroys right‑handers’ back feet. Batters have pounded his sinker into the ground at a 67 % clip, and improved feel for a changeup could push him into ace territory. The White Sox plan to cap him at 120 innings to preserve health.
19. Jarlin Susana • RHP • WSH
Susana’s triple‑digit fastball was never in doubt, but the addition of an 86‑mph cutter bridges his velocity band and provides a weapon to front‑door lefties. He owns the highest average fastball in Double‑A and has cut his walk rate by three points, tempering former projections that pegged him to the bullpen.
20. Emmanuel Rodríguez • OF • MIN
Rodríguez embodies the three‑true‑outcome archetype: 18 homers, 54 walks, and 62 strikeouts in 68 games at Double‑A. Underneath the outcomes lies improved zone recognition—he chased only 17 % of pitches outside the zone. If contact gains hold, his lefthanded power could anchor the Twins’ lineup for years.
21. Ethan Salas • C • SD
Salas doesn’t turn 20 until next season, yet already shepherds a Double‑A rotation and controls the run game with a 1.94 pop time. Offensively he’s shortened his stride, unlocking pull‑side loft that produced eight homers in June. The total package hints at a rare two‑way star at catcher.
22. Hagen Smith • LHP • CHW
Smith’s 43 % strikeout rate leads all Double‑A starters thanks to a riding four‑seamer at 95‑96 and a wipeout slider. His new cutter gives hitters a velocity bridge, trimming walk issues. If the command solidifies, he becomes the White Sox’s top pitching prospect in a heartbeat.
23. Bubba Chandler • RHP • PIT
A former Clemson quarterback recruit, Chandler’s athleticism shows in repeatable mechanics that now pound the zone. Sitting 97 with a hammer curve, he’s posted a 2.30 ERA since mid‑May, and a nascent splitter flashes plus. Pittsburgh envisions a mid‑rotation workhorse with upside for more.
24. Brandon Sproat • RHP • NYM
Sproat’s best‑in‑system changeup tunnels perfectly off his 97‑mph heater, holding righties to a .190 average in the upper minors. His slider earned plus from multiple scouts after adding two inches of horizontal break. Mets development staff believe he could debut as soon as August.
25. Caden Dana • RHP • LAA
Dana blanked Houston over six scoreless in his second MLB start, showcasing a high‑carry four‑seamer and a splitter that coaxed six whiffs on eight swings. His lanky frame still offers projection, and early pitch‑efficiency bodes well for handling a starter’s workload.
Tier 3 – Rising Stocks
26. Bryce Eldridge • 1B/OF • SF
Eldridge towers at 6’7″ yet controls his levers better than most hitters half his size. A shorter stride installed last fall keeps his barrel in the zone longer, allowing him to drive the ball to all fields with newfound consistency. TrackMan reads show his average launch angle tightening to 15°, balancing power and contact, while peak exit‑velo already touches 113 mph. Surprisingly nimble footwork and league‑average sprint speeds hint that he can handle right field, expanding his pathways to the majors. Scouts see a middle‑order force capable of 30 homers once his frame fully matures.
27. Jacob Misiorowski • RHP • MIL
Misiorowski unleashes a low‑slot 98‑100 mph heater that jumps on hitters thanks to late life created by excellent extension. Over the winter he reshaped his slider, adding horizontal sweep; hitters are slugging just .210 against it at Double‑A where he’s striking out 15.5 per nine. Perhaps more encouraging is a trimmed walk rate—down to 9 %—credited to a quieter head through release. With a splitter showing average fade, he now owns three bat‑miss weapons and could reach Milwaukee by September as a multi‑inning weapon.
28. Chase Burns • RHP • CIN
Burns features one of the minors’ elite sweepers (38 % whiff, 2900 rpm) and a 97‑mph four‑seam that generated 20″ of induced vertical break in his Triple‑A debut. Simplifying his hand break pushed first‑pitch strikes to 66 %, easing prior command red flags. The next developmental hurdle is a usable change‑of‑pace to combat lefties; early returns show promise with arm‑side run and late fade. Cincinnati views him as a potential frontline starter—he could debut in a six‑man rotation down the stretch if innings stay intact.
29. Alfredo Duno • C • CIN
Only 19, Duno combines 70‑grade arm strength (1.88–1.93 pop times) with a rapidly improving offensive profile. A small bat‑wrap tweak unlocked five extra mph of average exit velocity and bumped his contact rate 6 points. He owns a 42 % caught‑stealing mark in the Midwest League and grades out average as a game‑caller despite his youth. If the hit tool keeps trending up, Duno projects as a rare middle‑order catcher with impact on both sides of the ball.
30. Adrian Del Castillo • C • ARI
Del Castillo’s left‑handed bat earned him an early big‑league look, and he rewarded the D‑backs with a .280/.352/.450 line over 40 games. Behind the dish, adopting one‑knee stances improved target presentation and bumped his framing into fringe‑average territory, easing fears of a DH‑only future. He blocks well and throws adequately, projecting a bat‑first regular who can handle enough catching to maximize roster value.
Tier 4 – Prospects on the Verge
31. Nick Kurtz • 1B • OAK
Kurtz owns some of the loudest raw power in the minors—his 90th‑percentile exit velos rank alongside big‑league mashers like Matt Olson—yet a patient, uphill swing path keeps his OBP hovering near .420. Scouts praise his improved body control on scoops, giving him Gold‑Glove aspirations at first base. If the A’s relocation to Vegas materializes, his box‑office lefty swing could anchor the new lineup by 2026.
32. Quinn Mathews • LHP • STL
A four‑year Stanford product, Mathews dominates with sequencing rather than overpowering stuff, but the numbers pop: 12.3 K/9, 1.8 BB/9, and a changeup generating a .118 BAA in Double‑A. His ability to reach back for 96 mph late in outings quiets concerns about a backend ceiling, and Cardinals insiders already pencil him into the 2026 rotation.
33. Angel Genao • SS/2B • CLE
Genao’s lightning wrists create explosive barrel speed, helping the 5’10″ switch‑hitter pepper line drives to all fields. After trimming his chase rate to 22 %, he’s slashing .302/.372/.468 in his first go at Double‑A. A silky‑smooth first step and plus arm give him the versatility to bounce between short and second depending on roster needs.
34. Max Clark • OF • DET
The 2023 first‑rounder’s 80‑grade speed pairs with improved gap power as he added 15 lbs of muscle. Clark now drives balls to the pull side, flashing double‑digit homer potential while continuing to play highlight‑reel defense in center. His advanced feel for the strike zone (15 % walk rate) projects a top‑of‑the‑order catalyst.
35. Alex Freeland • SS • LAD
Freeland’s elite swing decisions (20 % chase rate) fuel a .400 OBP in Double‑A, and added loft has translated to 14 homers in 63 games. L.A. shifted him to second base to accommodate their infield logjam, but evaluators remain convinced his quick hands and reliable footwork could handle short in a pinch.
36. Travis Bazzana • 2B • CLE
The Australia‑born dynamo sprays 93‑mph average exit velocity liners while stealing 30‑bag pace thanks to near‑elite sprint speed. Bazzana’s K‑minus‑BB figure sits at an absurd +1 % in High‑A, and Guardians coaches rave about his work ethic. He could be the next pesky Cleveland table‑setter.
37. Leodalis De Vries • SS • SD
At just 18, De Vries is already slugging .500 in the Cal League, displaying 60‑grade raw and an on‑plane swing that projects more as he fills out. His internal clock at shortstop belies his age, and the arm plays comfortably on deep‑hole throws. Padres scouts whisper “mini‑Tatis” comps if the body holds speed.
38. Jesús Made • 2B • MIL
Made revamped his lower‑half load, boosting hard‑hit rate to 42 % and launching 12 bombs after entering the year with six career homers. He boasts plus contact skills and enough arm to moonlight at third; Brewers officials view him as a future No. 2 hitter with defensive flexibility.
39. Alejandro Rosario • RHP • TEX
Rosario pairs a heavy 97‑mph sinker with a sweeping slider that lives off the barrel, inducing a 65 % ground‑ball rate in Double‑A. A new spike‑curve gives him a third bat‑miss pitch, and early feel for a changeup hints at mid‑rotation upside once command tightens.
40. AJ Smith‑Shawver • RHP • ATL
Still only 22, Smith‑Shawver’s four‑seamer averaged 96 mph with 18″ of ride in his MLB cameo, but the story is a revamped curve—now featuring 12‑6 depth—restoring its pre‑2023 sharpness. He’s learning a splitter to keep lefties honest, positioning him for a rotation return by September.
41. Colt Emerson • 3B/SS • SEA
Emerson’s feel for the barrel is advanced even by Mariners’ prospect standards: 16 % walk and 14 % strikeout rates in Modesto. Recent strength gains have bumped his peak EV above 108 mph, suggesting 20‑plus‑homer potential atop a high‑OBP profile. He’s splitting reps between third and short but projects average at either.
42. Chase Petty • RHP • CIN
Petty’s uptick in slider velocity (86 → 89 mph) transformed his put‑away pitch, yielding a 32 % whiff rate and career‑best strike efficiency. His 97‑mph sinker pairs nicely, and a nascent changeup shows armside fade—crucial for bridging lefty splits. Health permitting, he could slot into Cincinnati’s rotation next spring.
43. Agustín Ramírez • C • MIA
The muscular backstop’s barrel‑centric approach produced 17 homers in 58 Double‑A games, and high‑end bat speed suggests more in the tank. His pop times hover in the mid‑1.9s, and framing metrics trend up since embracing one‑knee setups. Miami sees a Salvador Pérez–lite offensive catcher.
44. Thayron Liranzo • C • DET
Acquired in the Jack Jobe medical‑review trade, Liranzo brings 70 raw power and switch‑hit flexibility. Defense lagged early, but dedicated off‑season work shaved his blocking miscues by half. Tigers brass envision a middle‑order thumper who can shoulder 90 games behind the plate.
45. Coby Mayo • 1B/3B • BAL
Mayo’s 70 raw translated to the majors immediately with 10 homers in 120 ABs, though an elevated K (33 %) remains the hurdle. His crush‑angle contact (average 25° LA) profiles as a power‑over‑hit regular, but continued gains in pitch recognition could push a Franmil Reyes outcome into a Pete Alonso tier.
46. Kevin Alcántara • OF • CHC
At 6’6″, Alcántara produces effortless carry to the gaps, and modest plate‑discipline improvements dropped his chase rate by four points. He’s now stealing bases in the upper minors, hinting at 20‑20 capability. Defense in right projects above average thanks to a plus arm.
47. Jac Caglianone • 1B/RHP • KC
Two‑way hype aside, the bat steals the show: Caglianone’s 115‑mph max EVs place him in Stanton territory, and his .270 ISO in Triple‑A Omaha is among league leaders. Royals coaches are easing his mound workload to protect the elbow, but even part‑time pitching could augment his WAR totals.
48. Josue De Paula • OF • LAD
De Paula’s 88 % zone‑contact rate in High‑A is elite for a teenager, and a filled‑out frame should soon add 20‑homer pop to the profile. Diligent work on reads and routes has him tracking as at least a fringe‑average corner outfielder, quelling early DH concerns.
49. Kyle Teel • C • BOS
Teel’s athleticism is evident in above‑average sprint speed and a quick release leading to a 34 % caught‑stealing clip. At the plate he sprays line drives gap to gap, and ramped‑up pull‑side intent in June produced four homers in two weeks. Boston hopes he can force a timeshare with Connor Wong by 2026.
50. Josue Briceño • C • DET
Briceño switched to a narrower stance, boosting lower‑half engagement and unlocking 60‑grade raw power. Simultaneously, defensive metrics ticked up—his framing ranks top three in the Eastern League since May. The rare switch‑hitting catcher with offensive upside, he profiles as a valuable regular.
51. Rhett Lowder • RHP • CIN
Lowder’s turbo sinker lives at 95 mph and sets up a Bugs‑Bunny changeup that induces 40 % whiffs. Though Great American Ball Park will test his ground‑ball approach, early MLB returns (3.41 FIP) suggest the arsenal plays. With a cutter now breaking bats, he’s tracking as a durable mid‑rotation anchor.
52. Jacob Wilson • SS • OAK
Wilson’s 80‑grade bat‑to‑ball skills produced a microscopic 7 % K rate in his MLB sample, but emerging leverage hints at doubles turning into homers. Defensive instincts and a rocket arm keep him firmly at short; the challenge is driving the ball enough to reach a high‑floor, low‑ceiling Andrelton Simmons outcome.
53. Cooper Ingle • C • CLE
Few hitters match Ingle’s 92 % zone‑contact rate, and this year he added switch‑hitting duties to better handle same‑handed pitching. Whispers out of Akron praise his JT Realmuto‑style athleticism, fueling dreams of a top‑five fantasy catcher if power can crest double digits.
54. Kevin McGonigle • 2B • DET
McGonigle’s advanced feel for the barrel led to a .520 SLG in the Midwest League before promotion, and he’s stolen 18 bases on pure instincts despite fringe speed. Defensively reliable if unspectacular, he projects as the Tigers’ long‑term pivot partner to Colt Keith.
55. Chase DeLauter • OF • CLE
Healthy after a foot fracture, DeLauter returned with a vengeance, posting 106‑mph peak EVs and .310 average at Double‑A. An upright stance simplifies timing, and plus athleticism provides above‑average corner‑outfield defense. Guardians coaches believe 25‑homer seasons are within reach once he settles.
56. Luke Keaschall • 2B • MIN
Keaschall’s motor never quits, echoing Twins predecessor Nick Madrigal, but a revamped bat path now adds 15‑homer punch. He makes smart baserunning decisions (91 % SB success) and grades as an above‑average second baseman with a shot to log utility reps across the infield.
57. Marcelo Mayer • SS/3B • BOS
Shoulder woes behind him, Mayer shifted to third base to fit the Sox infield puzzle and instantly displayed 70‑grade arm strength across the diamond. His sweet‑spot contact rate sits at 45 %, and added pull‑side intent produced six homers in June. Boston envisions him as a Rafael Devers‑adjacent run producer.
58. Colson Montgomery • SS • CHW
Montgomery’s advanced strike‑zone feel yields a .400 OBP in Triple‑A, and while range remains fringy he compensates with clean footwork and a quick release. If he adds another half‑grade of power, the profile mirrors Brandon Crawford‑prime production with higher on‑base upside.
59. Kumar Rocker • RHP • TEX
Fifteen months removed from TJ, Rocker’s trademark slider spins at 3000 rpm again, and early looks show a leaner, more athletic delivery that could ease prior durability flags. Fastball velocity sits 94‑96 with bore, and the Rangers’ Logan Gilbert‑style development plan could still unearth mid‑rotation value.
60. Braxton Ashcraft • RHP • PIT
Ashcraft’s steep‑plane fastball and tight curve hold Triple‑A hitters to a .195 average. Improved changeup feel gives him a weapon versus lefties, and a 5 % walk rate underscores his strike‑throwing reputation. With innings fully built, he’s next in line for Pittsburgh’s rotation.
Tier 5 – Sleeper Upside
61. Yoniel Curet • RHP • TB
Curet’s 6’5″ frame and late ball reveal create uncomfortable at‑bats as his 95‑mph heater jumps on hitters. A sweeper touching 2800 rpm delivered a 34 % whiff rate in High‑A, and early changeup growth suggests three‑pitch starter potential.
62. Jett Williams • SS/CF • NYM
Williams’ top‑of‑the‑scale speed (29 ft/s) wreaks havoc on the basepaths, and he’s posting a .420 OBP at Double‑A thanks to elite plate discipline. His ability to handle center‑field reps positions him as a dynamic leadoff spark.
63. JJ Wetherholt • 2B/SS • PIT
The 2024 Golden Spikes finalist leapt to High‑A and hasn’t stopped hitting, maintaining 92 % zone‑contact while showing surprising opposite‑field pop. Steady defensive progress gives him a shot to stick at short.
64. Tink Hence • RHP • STL
Hence’s explosive fastball up to 98 rides through the zone, but the improved changeup (.140 xBA) balances the arsenal. The Cards are cautious with innings, but his 12.8 K/9 points to mid‑rotation upside once shackles come off.
65. Will Warren • RHP • NYY
Warren’s signature sweeper still induces 42 % whiffs, and a newly added cutter neutralizes lefties by cutting into their hands. Durable frame and strike‑throwing make him a likely sixth‑starter/long man by September.
66. Jake Bloss • RHP • TOR
Bloss commands a sinker‑slider mix and posts only a 6 % walk rate, inducing weak contact throughout the Eastern League. If his splitter gains further consistency, he jumps into mid‑rotation conversation.
67. Parker Messick • LHP • CLE
Messick’s plus changeup powers a 30 % whiff rate, and a 26 % K‑minus‑BB at Akron highlights his strike efficiency. His four‑seamer crept to 94, enough to keep hitters honest.
68. Carter Jensen • C • KC
Jensen’s pull‑side loft produced 13 homers in 45 games, and blocking improvements helped silence talk of a future move off catcher. Royals hope he anchors a future middle‑order with Caglianone.
69. Joe Mack • C • MIA
Mack’s lefty swing already produces 113‑mph peaks, and better footwork reduced passed balls. If contact keeps ticking up, the power/defense combo fits an everyday mold.
70. Cam Smith • 3B • MIA
Smith showcases 65 raw power (.550 SLG) and is refining reaction time at third, projecting solid average defense. A 25‑homer corner bat with upside if whiffs decline.
71. Chayce McDermott • RHP • BAL
A vertical four‑seam/curve shape tunnels brilliantly, and his 2.1 fWAR swingman projection appeals to O’s rotation depth charts.
72. Chandler Simpson • OF • TB
Simpson’s 80 speed fuels a .350 AVG and elite bunt game; newfound gap pop keeps defenses honest. Could become Tampa’s next Manuel Margot with more steals.
73. Yilber Diaz • RHP • ARI
Diaz’s four‑seam carries 19″ IVB, and a new cutter sliced opponents’ wOBA by 60 points. If command stabilizes, back‑end starter is realistic.
74. Moisés Chace • RHP • BAL
Chace’s 95‑mph sinker and sweeping slider drive a 65 % ground‑ball rate. A nascent changeup could unlock rotation ceiling for an org hungry for innings.
75. Brody Hopkins • RHP • PIT
Converted from two‑way, Hopkins now touches 99 and shows a developing splitter. Athleticism portends rapid gains once reps accumulate.
Tier 6 – Depth & Dark Horses
76. Cole Young • SS • SEA
Young’s high‑floor hit tool (.400 OBP in Double‑A) and steady glove project an everyday shortstop; added strength has begun turning doubles into occasional homers.
77. Jimmy Crooks • C • STL
Crooks displays pull‑side thump with hard‑hit rates above 54 % versus fastballs and solid receiving skills. Could fit St. Louis’s long‑term catching mix by 2026.
78. Juan Brito • 2B • CLE
Brito’s elite contact skills and switch‑hit versatility, paired with 15‑homer pace, scream high‑floor utility starter with everyday upside.
79. Cade Horton • RHP • CHC
Horton wields a 96‑mph heater and vicious sweeper, yielding a 33 % K rate in Double‑A; next step is refining a third pitch to miss lefty barrels.
80. Troy Melton • RHP • DET
Melton’s turbo sinker induces 60 % grounders, and sharpened command paints both edges. Profiles as ground‑ball specialist No. 4 starter.
81. Jefferson Rojas • SS • CHC
An 18‑year‑old slashing .300/.380/.430 in Low‑A with polished instincts on the dirt—a potential breakout once strength arrives.
82. Arjun Nimmala • SS • TOR
Nimmala’s loud BP power is translating in games as swing decisions improve; global appeal from India‑born background could expand his market.
83. Thomas White • LHP • MIA
Projectable 6’5″ lefty now touches 97 and develops his curveball feel; fastball life and body projection point to high upside.
84. Travis Sykora • RHP • WSH
Triple‑digit heater now paired with a nascent splitter as he transitions from relief to rotation. Command remains raw but trending positive.
85. Felnin Celesten • SS • SEA
After hamate surgery, Celesten’s electric bat speed returned, and early DSL numbers show elite hard‑hit metrics. Could skyrocket with stateside success.
86. Tre’ Morgan • 1B • BAL
Gold‑glove caliber at first and an elite contact hitter (8 % K rate); if launch‑angle tweaks stick, double‑digit power emerges.
87. Starlyn Caba • SS • PHI
Plus runner with mature zone control (.420 OBP) in Low‑A; added strength could unlock top‑of‑order table‑setter profile.
88. Welbyn Francisca • SS • CLE
Explosive wrists produce surprising pop for a 5’9″ frame; sure‑handed defense gives him utility safety net with upside for more.
89. Jedixson Paez • RHP • TB
Paez’s Bugs‑Bunny change draws 35 % whiffs, and pinpoint command keeps walk totals microscopic. Rays will slow‑cook him but upside is real.
90. Edgardo Henríquez • RHP • LAD
Sat 96‑99 in an April relief cameo; working as starter in OKC with developing curve. Dodgers track record suggests breakout potential.
91. Tai Peete • SS • SEA
Peete’s rotational explosion yields 105‑mph EVs at 19; 14 % walk rate in ACL shows early plate discipline growth.
92. George Klassen • RHP • LAA
Cut walk rate to 8 % while maintaining triple‑digit heat. Angels need arms, and Klassen could follow Ben Joyce path to bullpen impact.
93. Grant Taylor • RHP • CHC
Heavy sinker and sweeping slider produce a ground‑ball recipe that plays with a low release. Improved changeup gives starter chance.
94. Carson Whisenhunt • LHP • SF
Changeup remains elite (.138 xBA), and mild elbow strain offers dip‑buy window; if health returns, mid‑rotation upside intact.
95. Luis Morales • RHP • OAK
Cuban import touches 100 but lacks consistent command; A’s developmental emphasis on tempo has tightened zone rates recently.
96. Noble Meyer • RHP • MIA
Four‑pitch mix anchored by 95‑mph ride; slider shape firmed up, lifting whiff totals. High‑variance upside if command settles.
97. Xavier Isaac • 1B • TB
Isaac’s 117 EV peaks and disciplined approach make him a prototypical Rays analytics darling; conditioning gains aid durability.
98. Jeferson Quero • C • MIL
Plus defender rehabbing shoulder; when healthy, brings 20‑homer pop and top‑tier framing—could still be Brewers’ catcher of the future.
99. Jonny Farmelo • OF • SEA
Barrel‑aware lefty combining 30‑SB speed with emerging gap power; advanced strike‑zone feel suggests table‑setter upside.
100. Denzel Clarke • OF • OAK
A 6’5″/240 unicorn: 70 speed, 60 power, but swing‑and‑miss vs spin. If contact rate creeps to 70 %, Statcast darling becomes everyday beast.
Market Trends to Watch (Summer–Fall 2025)
- First flagship RC wave: Roman Anthony, Marcelo Mayer, Jac Caglianone, and Roki Sasaki rookie‑logo cards hit Topps Update 2025; breakers already allocating cases.
- Pitcher premium creeping back: With Jobe, Painter, and Sasaki headlining, healthy‑arm color autos are closing the gap versus bats for the first time since 2021.
- Sapphire scarcity: Bowman Sapphire print runs quietly down ~15 % YoY; PSA pop reports show the squeeze—expect premiums on gem copies.
- Relocation ripple: Potential A’s move to Vegas and Rays stadium limbo create price dips—savvy buyers target Kurtz, Isaac during uncertainty.
- International free‑agent lag: New MLBPA rules push first uniform autos for 2025 signings to 2027 products, amplifying pre‑logo prospect autos like Felnin Celesten.
Happy hunting! Tell us which sleepers you’re targeting from this list of Top 100 MLB Prospects – July 2025 and we’ll build a break around them.