Around the Minors: The week of June 20
June 25
Bonifacio provides first walk-off win
Walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the 9th wins the game for Lehigh Valley (Allentown, PA) – Jorge Bonifacio hit a walk-off RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning against Cole Uvila (2-4) to give the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (38-31) a 7-6 win over the Norfolk Tides
The Road to The Show™: Mets catcher Álvarez
Each week, MiLB.com profiles an elite prospect by chronicling the steps he's taken toward achieving his Major League dream. Here's a look at top Mets prospect Francisco Álvarez. For more stories about players on The Road to The Show, click here. There has been a wealth of catching talent at
Prospect Q&A: Blue Jays lefty Tiedemann
Throughout the first two months of the season, Ricky Tiedemann has been on a stretch that seems impossible to maintain. The fourth-ranked Blue Jays prospect sports a 1.44 ERA with 68 strikeouts in 44 2/3 frames over nine starts this season, with his two most recent outings coming after a
The Road to The Show™: Marcelo Mayer
Each week, MiLB.com profiles an elite prospect by chronicling the steps he's taken toward achieving his Major League dream. Here's a look at top Red Sox prospect Marcelo Mayer. For more stories about players on The Road to The Show, click here. As he rose to the top of MLB
Nationwide Road to The Show™ Ambassador Spotlight: Grayson Rodriguez
The Nationwide Road to the Show™ Ambassadors series, which provides fans an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at five of the best prospects in Minor League Baseball. Here's a look at Orioles prospect Grayson Rodriguez. For more stories about players on The Road to The Show, click here. Grayson Rodriguez often recounts
Nationwide Road to The Show™ Ambassador Spotlight: Anthony Volpe
The Nationwide Road to the Show™ Ambassadors series, which provides fans an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at five of the best prospects in Minor League Baseball. Here's a look at top Yankees prospect Anthony Volpe. For more stories about players on The Road to The Show, click here. Anthony Volpe only
The Road to The Show™: Marco Luciano
Each week, MiLB.com profiles an elite prospect by chronicling the steps he's taken toward achieving his Major League dream. Here's a look at top Giants prospect Marco Luciano. For more stories about players on The Road to The Show, click here. There have been times during his young career that
The Road to The Show™: Noelvi Marte
Each week, MiLB.com profiles an elite prospect by chronicling the steps he's taken to reach the brink of realizing his Major League dream. Here's a look at second-ranked Mariners prospect Noelvi Marte. For more stories about players on The Road to The Show, click here. The Mariners’ transformation into a
Prospect Q&A: Pirates infielder Peguero
It was a strange offseason for Liover Peguero, but if his early start with Double-A Altoona is any indication, nothing hindered his development. The Pirates’ sixth-ranked prospect, from Higuey, Dominican Republic, signed with the D-backs for $475,000 back in 2017, which meant he would need to be added to the
Pelicans flip offense on, and it doesn't shut off
When Wednesday's game between Single-A Myrtle Beach and Salem was over, the box score showed 24 runs on 22 hits -- and that was just one side of it. The Pelicans offense delivered a Minor League season high in runs during the 24-6 romp over the Red Sox at Haley
Scouting report: D-backs shortstop Lawlar
MiLB.com's Scouting Report series spotlights players who are just starting their professional careers, focusing on what the experts are projecting for these young phenoms. Here's a look at third-ranked D-backs prospect Jordan Lawlar. Jordan Lawlar was forced to hit the reset button almost immediately in the Minors. After being drafted
Prospect Q&A: Nationals shortstop House
Ever since he was drafted last year, Brady House has not stopped hitting. The second-ranked Nationals prospect has gotten off to a roaring start with Single-A Fredericksburg. House entered Thursday as the Carolina League leader with 17 hits in his first 46 at-bats (.370 average), and he has a share
Prospect Q&A: Braves outfielder Harris
After Atlanta brought in a cornerstone first baseman to replace another, Michael Harris II became the only Braves prospects remaining on MLB Pipeline’s Top 100 list. The 21-year-old outfielder entered last season as Atlanta’s No. 12 prospect, but finished as the organization’s Minor League Player of the Year. Harris batted
De Jong, Indy deliver first no-no of season
The first no-hitter for the 2022 season is in the books, and it belongs to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Scouting report: Brewers outfielder Frelick
MiLB.com's Scouting Report series spotlights players who are just starting their professional careers, focusing on what the experts are projecting for these young phenoms. Here's a look at top ranked Brewers prospect Sal Frelick. Sal Frelick’s first full season has started off as well as his professional debut. The No.
Scouting report: Reds shortstop McLain
MiLB.com's Scouting Report series spotlights players who are just starting their professional careers, focusing on what the experts are projecting for these young phenoms. Here's a look at fourth-ranked Reds prospect Matt McLain. There seemed to be a smooth transition for Matt McLain from college to professional baseball. The fourth-ranked
Prospect Q&A: D-backs outfielder Thomas
There are few hitters who enjoyed the type of success that Alek Thomas experienced in 2021 as the top D-backs prospect concluded his third Minor League season on the doorstep of the big leagues with Triple-A Reno. Thomas batted .313/.394/.559 overall with 18 homers, 29 doubles, 12 triples, 59 RBIs,
Prospect Q&A: Royals left-hander Lacy
After a masterful college career at Texas A&M, left-hander Asa Lacy sputtered in his first professional action with High-A Quad Cities last year. A persistent shoulder issue severely dampened the debut season for the third-ranked Royals prospect. He was shut down in July after posting a 5.19 ERA with 79
Scouting report: Orioles outfielder Cowser
MiLB.com's Scouting Report series spotlights players who are just starting their professional careers, focusing on what the experts are projecting for these young phenoms. Here's a look at fifth-ranked Orioles prospect Colton Cowser. It didn’t take long for Colton Cowser to show why he’s considered among the most talented prospects
Prospect Q&A: Brewers outfielder Mitchell
Garrett Mitchell suffered an injury-plagued debut season in 2021 but could put himself on the doorstep of the Major Leagues as soon as this year. The top Brewers prospect compiled a .258/.388/.412 slash line with eight homers, 30 RBIs, 46 walks and 17 stolen bases in 64 games between High-A
Prospect Q&A: Rays’ infielder Edwards
Due to the pandemic and an injury to his oblique, the Rays waited about 18 months before getting to see Xavier Edwards play in their system. But once he got back on the field, the No. 70 overall prospect showed he can be one of the best leadoff hitters in
Jung, Foscue finding their place in Rangers' plans
Each offseason, MiLB.com goes position by position across each system and honors the players -- regardless of age or prospect status -- who had the best seasons in their organization. Click here to locate your favorite club. Things are getting interesting deep in the heart of Texas. The Rangers have
Luciano, Murphy lead next wave bound for Bay
Each offseason, MiLB.com goes position by position across each system and honors the players -- regardless of age or prospect status -- who had the best seasons in their organization. Click here to locate your favorite club.
Prospect season in review: Pirates’ Priester
MiLB.com's Prospect Season in Review series spotlights players who shined brightest during the 2021 campaign. Here's a look at second-ranked Pirates prospect Quinn Priester. Although there were moments in 2021 which proved there was a lot left to learn, Quinn Priester also showed why his ceiling is so high. Sure,