Mid-Season Prospect Review: Analyzing MLB Teams’ Top Prospects in 2025
As Major League Baseball approaches the midpoint of the season, along with the upcoming amateur draft, it’s an ideal moment to provide an overview of how the best young players in the game are progressing in 2025. Below is an analysis of each Major League team’s top prospect performance thus far, based on the offseason rankings.
Arizona Diamondbacks: SS Jordan Lawlar
Lawlar debuted in 2023, but his journey has been rocky due to injuries. Recently returning, he struggled but continues to show promise.
Oakland Athletics: 1B Nick Kurtz
After recovering from injury, Kurtz has made an impact since his debut.
Atlanta Braves: C Drake Baldwin
A bright spot for the Braves, Baldwin has displayed solid contact skills this season.
Baltimore Orioles: C/1B Samuel Basallo
Despite injury setbacks, Basallo has been hitting well upon his return.
Boston Red Sox: OF Roman Anthony
Anthony has validated his top prospect status with notable performances in the minors.
Chicago Cubs: 3B Matt Shaw
After a rough start, Shaw has found his rhythm in the majors.
Chicago White Sox: LHP Noah Schultz
Struggles against right-handed batters have plagued Schultz early in his career.
Cincinnati Reds: RHP Chase Burns
Burns has impressed after a promotion to Triple-A and remains a top pitching prospect.
Cleveland Guardians: 2B Travis Bazzana
Bazzana’s recent injury will delay his debut, but hopes are high for his return.
Colorado Rockies: RHP Chase Dollander
Dollander’s performance at Coors Field has been challenging.
Detroit Tigers: RHP Jackson Jobe
Jobe faces a setback with the necessity for surgery after a strained tendon.
Houston Astros: OF Cam Smith
Smith has adapted well while providing average offense this season.
Kansas City Royals: C Blake Mitchell
Limited by injury, Mitchell’s appearances have been minimal this season.
Los Angeles Angels: RHP Caden Dana
Dana’s struggles in Triple-A highlight the Angels’ unusual approach to development.
Los Angeles Dodgers: C Dalton Rushing
Confusion surrounds Rushing’s deployment, but there’s optimism for his development.
Miami Marlins: LHP Thomas White
White continues to show promise despite a volatile start to the season.
Milwaukee Brewers: C Jeferson Quero
Quero’s injury woes have kept him from consistency in the game.
Minnesota Twins: OF Walker Jenkins
Injuries have limited Jenkins’ ability to shine in 2025.
New York Mets: RHP Brandon Sproat
Sproat’s performance has been underwhelming in Triple-A this year.
New York Yankees: OF Jasson Domínguez
Domínguez has provided above-average offense but struggles against left-handed pitchers.
Philadelphia Phillies: RHP Andrew Painter
Painter’s return to form is eagerly anticipated as he showcases his pitching arsenal.
Pittsburgh Pirates: RHP Bubba Chandler
Chandler is on track for a summer debut, despite control concerns.
San Diego Padres: C Ethan Salas
Salas is recovering from injury but is expected back soon.
San Francisco Giants: 1B Bryce Eldridge
Eldridge has progressed well following his promotion to Triple-A.
Seattle Mariners: SS Colt Emerson
Emerson’s performance has dipped, raising concerns about his development.
St. Louis Cardinals: 2B/SS JJ Wetherholt
Wetherholt’s solid stats make him a strong candidate for a major league debut.
Tampa Bay Rays: SS Carson Williams
Williams struggles with strikeouts, but his potential remains high.
Texas Rangers: SS Sebastian Walcott
Walcott is showing promise with improved performance in Double-A.
Toronto Blue Jays: RHP Trey Yesavage
Yesavage’s unique pitching style is generating interest as he moves rapidly up the ranks.
Washington Nationals: OF Dylan Crews
Crews, once highly regarded, is attempting a comeback after recent struggles.
