The article discusses the unexpected performance dynamics within the Atlanta Braves minor league system, noting how key injuries impacted the season's early prospects. Despite a lackluster start, there has been a recent surge in offensive output, leading to promising performances. David McCabe stands out as a top prospect with impressive stats, such as a leading strikeout-to-walk ratio and on-base percentage. Meanwhile, Jhancarlos Lara, despite having a high ERA, shows potential that merits attention based on his performance improvements during games.
The offensive performances in 2025 have far outpaced what we saw last year, yet even with a number of players seeming to step forward it has been David McCabe who is front and center among improved prospects. Even though he's been a bit slower the last week and a half McCabe has maintained some of the best numbers in the Southern League, including the best strikeout-to-walk ratio and highest on base percentage among players with 50 or more at bats.
Arrow Up David McCabe - The offensive performances in 2025 have far outpaced what we saw last year, yet even with a number of players seeming to step forward it has been David McCabe who is front and center among improved prospects.
Lara's 11.68 ERA and 6.18 FIP may make this seem to be an odd inclusion, but upon reviewing his starts in detail I have actually been thoroughly impressed with Lara's pitching this season.
McCabe's struggles in 2024, his age, and his lack of defensive projection knocked him down a ton, but he's a different animal this season. He's getting better results on fastballs...
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