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Column: Chicago White Sox rookie starters Nick Nastrini and Jonathan Cannon deserve a shot to stick in rotation

Promoting pitching prospects during tough times can be challenging and require resilience from the rookies. [ more ]

Dodgers Digest

4 weeks ago

Dodgers Prospect Notes: Zyhir Hope's big weekend, Andy Pages homers, Jared Karros & Peter Heubeck excellent, more - Dodgers Digest

Zyhir Hope, a 19-year-old outfielder in the Dodgers minor league, displayed impressive power potential with high exit velocities and a combination of skills worth monitoring.

Jared Karros, a pitching prospect for the Dodgers, showcased solid performance in his first start, demonstrating control, command, and the potential to develop into a back-end starter. [ more ]

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Syracuse falters on freezing Friday night in Scranton, falling 8-4

The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders defeated the Syracuse Mets 8-4 in a frigid game.

Top pitching prospects from both teams made significant debuts, showcasing strengths and areas for improvement. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

It's liftoff season for these two Yankees pitching prospects

Teams find value late in drafts by identifying hidden talent

Yankees focus on player traits and development to elevate prospects [ more ]

NESN.com

Wikelman Gonzalez Has Stuff To Jump In Red Sox Pitching Development

Developing pitching internally is a priority for the Boston Red Sox.

Wikelman Gonzalez has shown promising progress in the Red Sox organization. [ more ]

Mets360

Mets Minors: Christian Scott changes minor league narrative

The Mets minor league system has seen unexpected pitching success stories, like Christian Scott, who excelled despite previous modest projections. [ more ]

New York Post

Mets have high hopes for young pitching trio 'knocking at the door' to help in future

Top pitching prospects from the Mets' Class of 2021 showcased in spring training. Audible called on exhibition game starters, but planned for evaluation.

Mets' pitching prospects like Christian Scott, Mike Vasil, and Dominic Hamel provide depth and potential for the team in the upcoming season. [ more ]

Mets360

Wednesday catch-all thread (2/7/24)

The Mets have major candidates for the Opening Day bullpen.

Top pitching prospects and depth starters might also be considered. [ more ]

Mets360

Mets Minors: Offseason deep dive on Christian Scott

Christian Scott's 19 starts in 2023 were impressive and have generated buzz in the Mets farm system.

Scott's control and power have shown improvement, but he still needs to develop another pitch for long-term success in the major leagues. [ more ]

Mets360

A look at how select Mets pitchers are doing so far in the minors

The Mets' farm system has shown promising pitching prospects early in the 2024 season, contrary to past beliefs. [ more ]

McCovey Chronicles

4 weeks ago

San Francisco Giants

Minor League Roundup, April 6-7: And we're off!

The 2024 Minor League Baseball season commenced with all four San Francisco Giants A-Ball affiliates in action.

Top pitching prospects for the Giants faced challenges over the weekend, illustrating the benefits of AAA seasoning. [ more ]

Chicago Sun-Times

Sneak peeks? Nastrini, Thorpe getting starts as White Sox rotation candidates

Nick Nastrini and Drew Thorpe are in competition for White Sox starting rotation based on criteria like poise, composure, and pitch control.

Michael Kopech showed efficiency in relief pitching, hitting 100 mph and feeling comfortable in his new potential closing role. [ more ]

NESN.com

Red Sox's Best Pitching Prospect? What Stands Out About Luis Perales

The Red Sox farm system lacks starting pitching prospects

Patience is needed for the development of prospects [ more ]

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MLB Trade Rumors

1 week ago

Yankees Outright McKinley Moore

The Yankees claimed McKinley Moore off waivers and assigned him to Triple-A Scranton, hoping to help him improve his control issues. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Yankees Potential Trade Target: Braxton Garrett

The New York Yankees are considering adding a significant rotation piece this winter.

They have engaged in trade talks with the Miami Marlins for one of their young starting pitchers. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Yankees Sign Tanner Tully To Minor League Deal

The New York Yankees have signed left-hander Tanner Tully to a minor league deal.

Tully has had a consistent profile throughout his minor league career, with a strong ground ball rate and low walk rate but a lack of strikeouts. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

4 months ago

Three lower-level Yankees pitching prospects poised to take a step in 2024

The New York Yankees are focusing on developing their pitching depth in their farm system.

Pitching prospects like Danny Watson are showing promise with impressive physical tools and strong performances. [ more ]

New York Post

4 months ago

Yankees' pitching program paid dividends again in Juan Soto deal

The Yankees have lost 20 pitchers since the 2022 trade deadline or the Rule 5 draft.

The Yankees have been able to continually churn out pitching prospects and help them turn into major leaguers through trades. [ more ]

Battery Power

Hurston Waldrep reassigned to minor league camp

Waldrep reassigned to minor league camp after showing promise in spring training

Likely to aim for major league team next year [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

New York Yankees vs. Miami Marlins: Clayton Beeter vs. Ryan Weathers

Clayton Beeter pitching prospect in exhibition game

Tim Anderson making spring debut for Marlins [ more ]

Battery Power

Atlanta Braves

Recap: Chris Sale looks strong in debut, Sean Murphy adds 2 hits in Braves 13-4 loss to the Pirates

Chris Sale impressed in his spring debut for the Atlanta Braves, recording 4 strikeouts in 2 scoreless innings.

Despite a strong start, Atlanta's pitching prospects Owen Murphy faced challenges, giving up a grand slam. [ more ]

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5 days ago

Great Scott |

Promising pitching prospect Christian Scott is making an unexpected early debut. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Atlanta Braves

Braves Minor League Recap: Spencer Schwellenbach strikes out 8

Solid performances by Atlanta Braves pitching prospects showcased skill and potential in recent games. [ more ]

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AJ Smith-Shawver leads Stripers Opening Day roster

Gwinnett Stripers opening day roster includes top prospects likely to reach MLB level.

Pitching staff in Gwinnett features promising players from Braves' 40-man roster. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

2 weeks ago

The Opener: Leiter, Taillon, Rehab Assignments

Exciting rookie debut for Rangers' Jack Leiter

Cubs' Jameson Taillon back from injury for first 2024 start [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Rays Notes: Baz, Walls, Caminero

Rays won 5-2 with a strong performance in the 5th inning featuring Isaac Paredes' three-run home run.

Pitcher Baz is recovering from oblique issues post-Tommy John surgery, aiming for a May return with limited innings. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Royals' Asa Lacy Undergoes Tommy John Surgery

Lacy to miss 2024 season due to Tommy John surgery

Kansas City Royals' struggles with high-profile pitching prospects [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Angel Felipe To Undergo Tommy John Surgery

Ángel Felipe to undergo Tommy John surgery, will miss 2024 season and part of 2025.

Felipe's minor league career marked by high strikeouts, ground balls, and walks. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

4 months ago

Giants Considering Trading From Group Of Young Pitchers

The San Francisco Giants are considering trading from their group of young pitching prospects.

The Giants' rotation is currently lacking depth and experience. [ more ]

MLB Trade Rumors

Details on White Sox' Asking Price for Dylan Cease

The Chicago White Sox have a high asking price for pitcher Dylan Cease, making it unlikely that the Cincinnati Reds will meet their demands.

The Reds have also inquired about Shane Bieber and Tyler Glasnow but are wary of their recent health issues.

Several other teams, including the Braves, Orioles, and Cardinals, have shown interest in acquiring Cease. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

The Yankees' fifth starter competition: Will Warren and Clayton Beeter

Will Warren is a top pitching prospect for the Yankees with the ability to make adjustments and a solid repertoire of pitches.

Clayton Beeter is another potential fifth starter candidate, but he faces competition due to not being on the 40-man roster. [ more ]

Pinstripe Alley

Assessing the three Yankees pitchers from the Spring Breakout game

Yankees ranked 7th in farm system with strong pitching prospects

Brock Selvidge shows promising performance with impressive breaking pitches [ more ]

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Dodger Blue

Dodgers Prospect Kyle Hurt Expected To Make Opening Day Roster For Seoul Series

The Dodgers traveled to South Korea with 31 players, including 16 pitchers with various levels of experience and potential.

Kyle Hurt, a Dodgers prospect, is being considered for the Opening Day roster due to his versatility as both a starter and a bullpen pitcher. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

Dodgers Spring Training: River Ryan Won't Pitch In Cactus League Games

Pitching prospects Nick Frasso and River Ryan face limitations due to injuries.

The Dodgers are cautious with River Ryan, who will not pitch in Cactus League games. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

2023 Los Angeles Dodgers Player Reviews: Gavin Stone

Gavin Stone had a dominant 2022 season in the minors, but struggled in his MLB debut in 2023.

Stone finished the 2023 season with a 9.00 ERA, 6.64 FIP, and 1.90 WHIP in the majors. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

Dodgers 40-Man Roster: Nick Frasso, Landon Knack & Hunter Feduccia Protected From Rule 5 Draft

The Los Angeles Dodgers added three players to their 40-man roster to protect them from the Rule 5 Draft.

Pitching prospects Nick Frasso and Landon Knack, along with catcher Hunter Feduccia, were added to the roster.

Frasso is the Dodgers' top pitching prospect, Knack is the No. 9 prospect, and Feduccia projects as a backup catcher. [ more ]

Southside Showdown

What should Chicago White Sox fans expect from the Dylan Cease haul

The White Sox traded Dylan Cease for several players from the Padres, including noteworthy prospects like Steven Wilson, Drew Thorpe, Jairo Iriarte, and Samuel Zavala.

Drew Thorpe, a key player in the trade, was 2023 MiLB Pitcher of the Year and boasts a fastball, slider, and change-up, with impressive strikeout numbers. [ more ]

USA TODAY

San Diego Padres acquire Chicago White Sox ace Dylan Cease

Padres acquired Dylan Cease from White Sox

Padres now have a strong rotation with Darvish, Musgrove, Cease, and King [ more ]

Sports Illustrated Texas Rangers News, Analysis and More

Cease Exists: If Not Jordan Montgomery, Rangers Could Trade For White Sox Starter

The Texas Rangers are pursuing a trade for pitcher Dylan Cease from the Chicago White Sox.

Cease's appeal to the Rangers lies in his club control for two more seasons and cost-effective contract. [ more ]

Sports Illustrated San Francisco Giants News, Analysis and More

Mariners, White Sox exchange former SF Giants prospects in trade

Former SF Giants pitching prospects Santos and Berroa were traded from the Mariners to the White Sox.

Santos had a breakout season with the White Sox in 2023 before being traded to the Mariners. [ more ]

Yahoo Sports

Diamondbacks trade Dominic Fletcher for right-hander Cristian Mena - Yahoo Sports

The Diamondbacks traded outfielder Dominic Fletcher to the White Sox for pitching prospect Cristian Mena.

The Diamondbacks have a surplus of outfielders and are looking to bolster other areas of their organization. [ more ]

Halo Hangout

Best Angels trade package they should offer the White Sox for Dylan Cease

The Los Angeles Angels are interested in trading for White Sox pitcher Dylan Cease as part of the White Sox potential firesale.

Cease would be a good fit for the Angels, who need help at the top of their rotation.

The Angels would likely have to give up prospects, such as Caden Dana and Kyren Paris, to acquire Cease. [ more ]

NESN.com

Newly Acquired Red Sox Pitcher Gets Intriguing Prospect Ranking

The Red Sox acquired three pitchers from the New York Yankees, including Richard Fitts who is seen as one of the team's best pitching prospects.

Fitts had an impressive season in Double-A, earning Pitcher of the Year honors in the Eastern League. [ more ]

NESN.com

Red Sox Lose Notable Pitching Prospect To White Sox In Rule 5 Draft

The Boston Red Sox lost two pitching prospects in the Rule 5 Draft: Shane Drohan and Ryan Fernandez.

Both pitchers had strong performances in the minor leagues but struggled at the Triple-A level. [ more ]

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