All articles tagged with #farm system
The Texas Rangers made strategic moves at the trade deadline, including exceeding the CBT threshold, which raises questions about their long-term financial plans and roster overhaul. They lacked a strong farm system and added limited offensive power, highlighting the need for future roster adjustments and emphasizing a focus on maximizing playoff contention amid financial and player uncertainties.
The Detroit Tigers traded away some midlevel prospects but kept their top-tier players and farm system intact, believing their core is strong and these moves won't harm their future, though there is concern about potential long-term consequences.
Baseball Prospectus has ranked the Chicago Cubs as the second best farm system in baseball, with the Baltimore Orioles claiming the top spot. The Cubs placed nine prospects on BP's top-101 list, showcasing their depth and volume of top-100 talent. While the Orioles have more "elite" talent, the Cubs' farm system is otherwise unrivaled in terms of depth and volume. The rankings place the Orioles, Cubs, and Dodgers in Tier 1, ahead of other teams in lower tiers. The Cubs are expected to maintain a high ranking in upcoming lists due to their impressive prospect depth, but the focus now shifts to turning this talent into big league production.
Baseball America has ranked the Detroit Tigers' farm system at No. 5, a position the franchise has achieved only once before in over 40 years of talent rankings. The Tigers' farm system is highlighted by top prospects such as Max Clark, Jackson Jobe, Colt Keith, and Jace Jung, signaling a significant improvement from their previous ranking at No. 26. The organization's recent draft additions and breakout performances have contributed to this rise, solidifying their position as a promising force in the baseball talent landscape.
The New York Yankees lost three minor league pitchers, Mitch Spence, Matt Sauer, and Coleman Crow, in the MLB portion of the Rule 5 draft, with Spence going to the Oakland Athletics, Sauer to the Kansas City Royals, and Crow to the Texas Rangers. The Yankees have been heavily impacted by the Rule 5 draft in recent years, with their farmhands accounting for 17% of total picks. Notable players selected from the Yankees in previous drafts include Garrett Whitlock and Trevor Stephan, who have excelled in the big leagues.
As the Chicago Cubs head into the offseason, the author reflects on the organization's progress and the importance of acquiring elite players in key positions. With a strong farm system and financial flexibility, the Cubs have the opportunity to make significant moves and build a championship-caliber team. The author emphasizes the need for strategic trades and valuing prospects appropriately to ensure long-term success. The article also serves as a farewell message from the author, expressing gratitude for their time at Bleacher Nation.
The New York Mets made seven trades during the trade deadline, resulting in a dramatic pivot for the organization. Despite trading away several accomplished players, the Mets acquired eight prospects, with seven of them ranking highly in the team's MLB Pipeline prospect rankings. Additionally, they added two relievers to strengthen the big league club. One of their trades involved dealing closer David Robertson, which initially seemed questionable, but the Mets received two quality prospects in return. Overall, the Mets' trades were graded with a B.
The Washington Nationals have traded third baseman Jeimer Candelario to the Chicago Cubs for two minor leaguers, shortstop Kevin Made and left-hander DJ Herz. Candelario had been having a strong season, ranking among the top third basemen in OPS and fWAR. The trade is part of the Nationals' ongoing efforts to rebuild their farm system, which has seen significant improvement in recent years. The team has several promising prospects, including Brady House, CJ Abrams, and MacKenzie Gore, who could contribute to the team's future success. Despite the trade, Candelario leaves a lasting impact on his former teammates with his professionalism and desire to win.
The St. Louis Cardinals acquired four prospects at the trade deadline, including right-handed starters Tekoah Roby and Sem Robberse from the Rangers and Blue Jays. Roby, ranked No. 11 in the Rangers' system, is now the Cardinals' No. 4 prospect and has a four-pitch repertoire with the potential to become a mid-rotation starter. Infielder Thomas Saggese, known for his bat and versatility, was added to the Cardinals' system, while right-hander Robberse, a self-taught pitcher, brings a mix of finesse and promising secondaries. The Cardinals also acquired right-hander Adam Kloffenstein, who has shown improvement and has the potential to be a backend starter. The Cardinals are excited about the additions to their farm system and hope these prospects can contribute to their future success.
The Cincinnati Reds have completed their 21-player MLB Draft class, adding 10 more prospects on the final day. The team aims to build through the draft and scouting, and they are excited about the talent they have acquired. The Reds have received praise for their draft class, with attention on second-round pick Sammy Stafura, an impressive shortstop with power and athleticism. The team's draft picks will report to post-draft camp before joining minor league affiliate teams.
Catcher Blake Mitchell plans to sign with the Kansas City Royals soon and is excited about the opportunity to join the team's farm system. Mitchell aims to reach the majors at an accelerated rate and believes the Royals' focus on homegrown players will benefit his career. Director of scouting Danny Ontiveros praises Mitchell's calmness at the plate and ability to work the strike zone. Meanwhile, reactions to the Royals' draft picks and the designation for assignment of reliever Amir Garrett are discussed.
The New York Mets selected high school shortstop Colin Houck as their first pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, despite already having Francisco Lindor and Ronny Mauricio in their system. Houck, a two-sport star athlete, is expected to join the Mets' improving farm system. The Mets also picked right-handed pitcher Brandon Sproat from the University of Florida, who they had previously drafted but were unable to sign last year.
The St. Louis Blues have selected Dalibor Dvorsky as their top pick in the 2023 NHL Draft. Dvorsky, a skilled center, has shown excellent puck skills and goal-scoring ability, although his footspeed may be a concern at higher levels. He is expected to become an important part of the Blues' lineup in the future, potentially playing behind Robert Thomas.
The Baltimore Orioles are calling up infield prospect Jordan Westburg to the majors. Westburg, who was the 30th overall pick in the 2020 draft, has played multiple positions in Triple-A this season and has hit .295/.372/.567 with 18 home runs. He is overshadowed by other top prospects in the Orioles' system but is expected to bounce around the infield and take at-bats from Adam Frazier and Jorge Mateo. The Orioles have the best record in baseball among teams not leading their respective divisions.
The San Francisco Giants have promoted Casey Schmitt, their first position player drafted under Farhan Zaidi's administration to graduate out of the farm system, to the major leagues. Schmitt, a smooth-fielding third baseman, is expected to be in the lineup at shortstop Tuesday night and make his major-league debut while facing Washington Nationals left-hander Patrick Corbin. The Giants are looking to their farm system to provide a spark and Schmitt's skills in the field have drawn comparisons to Platinum Glove third baseman Matt Chapman.