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Why Marcelo Mayer Remains Elite Red Sox Prospect After Throwaway Season

Marcelo Mayer was the No. 4 pick in the 2021 MLB Draft and the top prospect in the Red Sox organization in 2023.

Mayer is a highly promising prospect with a Hollywood star resemblance, making him an intriguing player to watch for the 2024 season. [ more ]

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How Top Red Sox Prospect Felt About Vaughn Grissom Trade

Nick Yorke respects Vaughn Grissom despite potential position competition.

Yorke's team-first attitude and confidence are assets for the Red Sox organization. [ more ]

McCovey Chronicles

The Giants churn out a pair of trades for two DFA'd pitchers

The San Francisco Giants made interesting churn transactions by trading Daulton Jefferies and Mitch White for Rodolfo Nolasco and cash considerations, respectively. [ more ]

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Minor League roundup, April 9

The San Francisco Giants' minor league affiliates had a quieter day compared to the Major League team.

The AAA Sacramento River Cats faced a loss, with lackluster offensive performances from some players. [ more ]

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Community Prospect List No. 43

Lisbel Diaz, an 18-year old outfielder, impressed in the Giants' Dominican Summer League with an .841 OPS and 124 wRC+.

The San Francisco Giants are finalizing their 2024 Willie McCovey Memorial Community Prospect List, adding the last two names. [ more ]

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Giants trade Joey Bart to Pirates

Joey Bart designated for assignment by the San Francisco Giants.

Bart traded to Pittsburgh Pirates for pitching prospect Austin Strickland. [ more ]

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Community Prospect List No. 31

Cole Foster is ranked as the 30th top prospect in the San Francisco Giants organization.

Foster showed promise in his initial games but struggled with a high strikeout rate in Low-A San Jose. [ more ]

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Mets prospect tiers: How Brandon Sproat, Ryan Clifford and Colin Houck are doing

The New York Mets have promising young prospects, such as Brandon Sproat, Blade Tidwell, Jonah Tong, and Nolan McLean, showing improvement and potential for quick advancement. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Former Dodgers Top Prospect Cut By New Team After Just 4 Games

The Marlins designated shortstop prospect Jacob Amaya for assignment after just four MLB games.

Miguel Rojas, traded for Amaya, proved valuable for the Dodgers due to injuries. [ more ]

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Braves News: Austin Riley progressing, Atlanta secures series win, and more

The Atlanta Braves received positive update on Austin Riley's injury, avoiding injured list [ more ]

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1 week ago

Braves News: Sean Murphy update, extra inning thriller in LA, and more

Catcher Sean Murphy of the Atlanta Braves swung off a tee for the first time in Seattle after a Grade 1 oblique strain, showing positive progress. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

Walker Janek projected to Braves in latest Baseball America mock draft

The Atlanta Braves value catchers with premier power, illustrated by their interest in draft prospect Walker Janek. [ more ]

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Recap: Spencer Strider looks sharp, Michael Harris homers in Braves 6-5 win over the Rays

Michael Harris II impressed with a leadoff homer like Ronald Acuña Jr.

Spencer Strider performed well with a potential new pitch, the curveball. [ more ]

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3 months ago

Braves land 26th in Baseball America Farm System Rankings

The Atlanta Braves rank 26th in Baseball America's rankings of major league organizations' minor league systems.

The Braves have strength in pitching but lack impact position player depth. [ more ]

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3 months ago

Hurston Waldrep, Ignacio Alvarez among Baseball Prospectus' Top 101 prospects

The Atlanta Braves had two prospects, Hurston Waldrep and Ignacio Alvarez, make Baseball Prospectus' annual top 101 list.

Waldrep had a strong debut season and is expected to make his major league debut later this summer. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Newest Dodger Taylor Trammell Has Theory Why Mariners Cut Him After Strong Spring

Taylor Trammell, a former top prospect, signed with the Dodgers and aims to prove himself in the starting lineup.

Trammell focused on improving his hitting skills and speed during spring training with the Mariners. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Today on Pinstripe Alley - 3/18/24

There is one week left in spring training for prospects to secure a spot on the Opening Day team.

Internal discussions are ongoing to determine the final roster with various intriguing options. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Outfielder Andy Pages Making Waves With Spring Performance For Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a strong farm system.

Outfielder Andy Pages is impressing with his performance this spring. [ more ]

New York Post

Harrison Bader teaches Mets' prospect Drew Gilbert the importance of 'unseen' offseason hours

Spring training conversations focus on body maintenance and routine.

Mentorship role accepted by veteran player for young prospect. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Mets To Promote Christian Scott

The Mets are promoting pitching prospect Christian Scott, showcasing his impressive rise through the ranks and potential impact in the major leagues. [ more ]

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Mets' No. 2 prospect Drew Gilbert to miss another month with hamstring injury | amNewYork

Young Mets outfielder Drew Gilbert expected to miss four more weeks due to a strained right hamstring. [ more ]

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Syracuse Mets opening day roster includes brother of NL MVP

Top prospects in Syracuse Mets roster

Player mindset and dedication for success [ more ]

New York Post

Watch Mets vs. Nationals spring breakout live stream: MiLB top prospects game

Exciting lineup of games during Spring Breakout

Top prospects showcasing talent [ more ]

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With chip on my shoulder,' Mark Vientos trying to cement down Mets' DH role | amNewYork

Mark Vientos is front-runner for Mets' designated hitter role in 2024.

Consistency and proving himself are key motivators for Vientos. [ more ]

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Mets Minors: Preseason Part II, those ranked 11-30

There are bold predictions in this group with less consensus.

Multiple DSL players highlighted for potential. [ more ]

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3 weeks ago

Yankees Prospect Profile: Enmanuel Tejeda

Enmanuel Tejeda, a relatively overlooked international signee, has been excelling in the Yankees' system despite receiving a modest signing bonus. [ more ]

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New York Yankees at Diablos Rojos del Mexico (Game 2)

Luis Gil officially makes Yankees' Opening Day rotation

Top Yankees players not playing in Mexico game [ more ]

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Around the Empire: Yankees news - 2/19/24

The Yankees made an offer to Blake Snell before signing Marcus Stroman

Ron Marinaccio is expected to be a key player for the Yankees this season [ more ]

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Next In Line? Orioles' Jackson Holliday Praises Red Sox Prospect

Prospect Jackson Holliday makes MLB debut, hopes to face childhood friend Roman Anthony on opposing team. [ more ]

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Orioles rally from 5 down to beat Red Sox 7-5 as bullpen implodes

Jordan Westburg's go-ahead homer led the Orioles to victory over the Red Sox, erasing a five-run deficit.

Jackson Holliday, baseball's top prospect, had a debut for the Orioles with an RBI groundout but went 0 for 4 with two strikeouts. [ more ]

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Red Sox Infielder Gives Advice To No. 1 MLB Prospect Jackson Holliday

Jackson Holliday, No. 1 prospect, debuted for Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park.

Vaughn Grissom, also debuting at Fenway previously, offered advice to Holliday. [ more ]

Forbes

Chicago White Sox Not Short Of Young Shortstop Prospects

The Chicago White Sox new shortstop is veteran Paul DeJong with prospects Colson Montgomery, Braden Shewmake, and Jacob Gonzalez. DeJong signed for $1.75 million + performance bonuses. Shewmake's roster bid was hampered by a sprained ankle. [ more ]

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Chicago White Sox Move Former Top Pitching Prospect Michael Kopech To Bullpen

The White Sox are moving Michael Kopech to the bullpen after struggles in the rotation.

Kopech's transition from a top prospect to a relief pitcher back to a starter and now to the bullpen has been eventful. [ more ]

Yahoo Sports

White Sox finally found the 'right time' for Dylan Cease trade, leaving Yankees hanging

The White Sox made a strategic decision to trade Dylan Cease when his value peaked

The Padres emerged as contenders despite trading away key players [ more ]

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DBacks sign veteran Elvis Andrus to minor league deal

Diamondbacks signed Elvis Andrus to a minor league deal.

Club exploring various options for backup shortstop. [ more ]

Sports Illustrated Saint Louis Cardinals News, Analysis and More

White Sox Superstar Predicted To Be Dealt At Trade Deadline To Cardinals

St. Louis Cardinals in a better position post-2023 season

Speculation on Cardinals potentially adding Dylan Cease to their roster [ more ]

Dodger Blue

Dalton Rushing: Dodgers Roster For Spring Breakout Game Filled With 'Intriguing Prospects'

Seven LA Dodgers prospects in Spring Breakout games

Dalton Rushing's potential highlighted by MLB Pipeline ranking [ more ]

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Dodgers News: Gavin Stone Learning From Rookie Year 'Was Awesome To See'

Stone struggled in his debut but improved after being sent back to Triple-A.

Stone earned praise for his efforts and improvements throughout the season. [ more ]

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Tigers To Sign Gio Urshela

Urshela signed a one-year deal with the Tigers for $1.5MM with potential to earn an additional $500K based on plate appearances.

The Tigers prioritized young prospects but found Urshela's affordable deal too enticing to pass up for a solid third base solution. [ more ]

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