The Padres traded away many top prospects, including nine of their top 30 according to Baseball America, in a series of deals around the 2025 trade deadline, leaving only a few prospects like Ethan Salas and Kash Mayfield in their system, as they focus on building their major league roster.
The Detroit Tigers promoted top prospects Kevin McGonigle, Max Clark, and Josue Briceño to Double-A Erie, with various other prospects and players at different levels being considered for future promotions based on their performance and system needs, indicating a strategic approach to player development and roster management.
The Atlanta Braves rank 26th in Baseball America's farm system rankings, with a notable strength in pitching but a lack of impact position player depth. While the team has made strides in international signings, they still lack players ready to contribute to a winning roster in the near future. Despite an improvement from last season, the Braves will need more emerging players to maintain their current ranking.
The Atlanta Braves have been focusing on rebuilding their minor league system, with promising prospects like Diego Benitez, Luis Guanipa, and Jose Perdomo. The team's top 30 prospects for the 2024 season include names like AJ Smith-Shawver, Hurston Waldrep, and JR Ritchie, with a strong emphasis on pitching talent.
The Chicago Cubs are optimistic about their future as their Minor League system is thriving, with the team's prospects eager to make their way to the Majors. Players like Owen Caissie, Cade Horton, and Luke Little have impressed this past season, while Ben Brown and Matt Shaw are expected to break out in 2024. However, the Cubs are hoping for better relief options from their farm system to strengthen their MLB bullpen.