With the MLB season underway, it’s not just the veterans making headlines—baseball’s brightest young talents are climbing the ranks and inching closer to stardom. From elite international arms to five-tool outfielders, this year’s top 10 prospect list is loaded with impact players. Here’s a quick breakdown of each name you need to know.
1. Roki Sasaki (Los Angeles Dodgers, RHP) — The 23-year-old phenom from Japan wasted no time proving his worth after signing with the Dodgers. With elite velocity and command, Sasaki is already drawing comparisons to some of the best arms in baseball and could be a long-term ace in Los Angeles.
2. Roman Anthony (Boston Red Sox, OF) — A smooth-swinging lefty with plate discipline beyond his years, Anthony is tearing through the Red Sox system. Now at Triple-A, the 20-year-old profiles as a future leadoff or two-hole hitter with both gap power and speed.
3. Walker Jenkins (Minnesota Twins, OF) — The Twins have a budding star in Jenkins, a physical outfielder with size, athleticism, and a sweet left-handed swing. He’s already producing in Double-A and has scouts projecting middle-of-the-order potential.
4. Jackson Jobe (Detroit Tigers, RHP) — After overcoming early injuries in his pro career, Jobe’s upside is back on full display. With a high-spin fastball and nasty slider, the 22-year-old could help anchor Detroit’s young rotation sooner than later.
5. Max Clark (Detroit Tigers, OF) — Clark brings loud tools across the board: speed, power, and a strong glove. Still just 20 and in High-A, he’s progressing steadily and should rise fast as his bat continues to mature.
6. Kristian Campbell (Boston Red Sox, 2B/SS/OF) — Campbell’s versatility and athleticism give Boston plenty of options. Now in the big leagues, his ability to contribute across multiple positions makes him a valuable piece of the Red Sox’s evolving core.
7. Andrew Painter (Philadelphia Phillies, RHP) — Painter remains one of the most electric young pitchers in the game, despite missing time due to injury. At 6’7”, he generates elite downhill plane and velocity, with frontline starter potential if he stays healthy.
8. Carson Williams (Tampa Bay Rays, SS) — A slick-fielding shortstop with emerging power, Williams has become one of the most complete prospects in the game. His glove is big-league ready, and his bat isn’t far behind at Triple-A.
9. Travis Bazzana (Cleveland Guardians, 2B) — The Australian infielder continues to rake at every level. Known for his high-contact approach and baseball IQ, Bazzana could be a key table-setter in Cleveland’s lineup for years to come.
10. Jordan Lawlar (Arizona Diamondbacks, SS) — Lawlar’s tools remain undeniable: elite speed, solid power, and smooth defense. He’s nearly ready for full-time MLB duties, and Arizona is hoping he can be their long-term answer at shortstop.
This year’s top 10 is packed with players already knocking on the door—or in some cases, kicking it down. While not every prospect becomes a superstar, the talent at the top of this list feels as real as it gets. Expect to see many of these names making headlines soon—not just in the minors, but under the big-league lights.
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