Draft Nation’s Top 100 MLB Prospects - Part Four

The future of Major League Baseball is already taking shape, and this next wave of prospects is loaded with elite talent, high ceilings, and franchise-changing potential. From power-hitting corner bats to electric frontline arms and dynamic up-the-middle athletes, these players represent the next generation of stars ready to make an impact at the highest level. Here’s a look at prospects ranked 25 through 1, each bringing a unique blend of tools, upside, and big-league projection.

25. Bryce Eldridge – 1B/OF, San Francisco Giants

Eldridge offers massive raw power and physical projection. If the hit tool progresses, he profiles as a middle-of-the-order masher at a corner spot with one of the highest power ceilings in all of baseball.

24. Travis Bazzana – 2B, Cleveland Guardians

Bazzana combines above-average contact skills and a high power ceiling. He projects as a high-OBP infielder who can set the table while providing the ability to hit 25+ home runs, which is rare to see at 2B.

23. Liam Doyle – LHP, St. Louis Cardinals

Doyle brings a lively fastball from the left side and the ability to miss bats. With an elite fastball/slider combo from a funky arm slot, he has also been working to improve his splitter this offseason. If that can catch up to his other two pitches, his ceiling is similar to fellow Tennessee Volunteer, Garrett Crochet.

22. Max Clark – OF, Detroit Tigers

Clark’s elite athleticism and on-base skills give him top-of-the-order upside. He impacts the game with speed and defense, and continued power production could make him a yearly 25-25 threat.

21. Alfredo Duno – C, Cincinnati Reds

Duno is an offensive-minded catcher with advanced bat speed and projectable power for his age. His defensive development will determine whether he becomes an impact regular or bat-first backstop, but the bat will certainly play.

20. Charlie Condon – 1B/3B/OF, Colorado Rockies

Condon’s elite collegiate production translated into a massive draft stock boost, thanks to plus-plus raw power. While it remains to be seen if he will be a corner infielder or outfielder in the big leagues, hitting 35 home runs in Colorado is certainly achievable for Condon.

19. Carlos Lagrange – RHP, New York Yankees

Lagrange’s premium velocity and arm strength jump immediately. If he harnesses his control, he could become one of the league’s most powerful starters, or at worst, a high-leverage reliever. His ceiling is hard to ignore.

18. Carter Jensen – C, Kansas City Royals

A physical catcher with power upside and plenty of plate discipline, Jensen profiles as an offensive-minded backstop. Continued defensive refinement will dictate whether he remains at catcher long term.

17. Ryan Sloan – RHP, Seattle Mariners

Sloan, 6’6, 220, has an ideal build and three plus pitches that get tons of whiffs. He also features above-average command, filling up the zone. With an already stacked rotation in Seattle, Sloan has just as much upside as anyone in it.

16. Colt Emerson – SS/3B, Seattle Mariners

Emerson brings elite bat-to-ball skills with emerging power. His range and arm strength should allow him to remain on the left side of the infield long-term.

15. Samuel Basallo – C/1B, Baltimore Orioles

Basallo’s left-handed power is among the loudest in the minors. If he sticks behind the plate, he’s an impact catcher; if not, the bat has the ability to be above average at either 1B or DH.

14. Sal Stewart – 1B/3B, Cincinnati Reds

Stewart’s disciplined approach and strength-driven power make him a potential middle-of-the-order bat. He likely profiles as a first baseman, which forces his bat to carry his profile, which all signs point towards it doing.

13. Andrew Painter – RHP, Philadelphia Phillies

Painter owns frontline-caliber stuff, including a mid-to-upper-90s fastball and devastating slider. Health will be the key after an injury-riddled 2025, but the upside remains that of a true ace.

12. Josue De Paula – OF, Los Angeles Dodgers

De Paula’s patient approach and natural power stand out. If he can continue to be disciplined at the plate, while getting his swing off just a tad more, his offensive ceiling is that of a run-producing corner outfielder.

11. Jesus Made – SS/2B, Milwaukee Brewers

Made is a switch-hitting infielder with a feel for contact and growing strength. His defensive versatility raises his floor, while the contact ability and growing raw power are what make his ceiling as high as it is.

10. Seth Hernandez – RHP, Pittsburgh Pirates

Hernandez offers advanced “pitchability” and projectable velocity for his age. His calling card is his changeup, which is one of the best ever for a prep arm. Entering his first season in pro ball, he has the potential to be the #1 pitching prospect in baseball by year’s end.

9. Nolan McLean – RHP, New York Mets

McLean brings a power arsenal highlighted by a high-spin fastball and hammer breaking ball. He has the stuff of a high-leverage reliever with the stamina to go deep into games. He will be the Mets’ #2 behind Freddy Peralta in 2026.

8. Leo De Vries – SS, Oakland Athletics

One of the most exciting teenage talents in the game, De Vries shows an advanced feel for hitting at such a young age and projectable power. His smooth defensive actions suggest he sticks at shortstop long term.

7. Bubba Chandler – RHP, Pittsburgh Pirates

A premium athlete on the mound, Chandler sits around 99 with his fastball and has an elite slider and changeup that miss bats on a regular basis. His upside is significant if he continues sharpening his command.

6. Trey Yesavage – RHP, Toronto Blue Jays

Yesavage attacks hitters with a riding fastball, elite splitter, and swing-and-miss breaking ball. His strikeout ability gives him ace upside, as we saw in the 2025 Postseason.

5. Walker Jenkins – OF, Minnesota Twins

Jenkins pairs advanced swing decisions with plus raw power and athleticism. He projects as a middle-of-the-order run producer with impact on both sides of the ball.

4. Thomas White – LHP, Miami Marlins

White features frontline stuff from the left side, including a lively mid-90s fastball that touches 99, an elite breaking ball, and a well-above-average changeup. If his command continues trending upward, he has legitimate No. 1 starter upside.

3. JJ Wetherholt – 2B/SS, St. Louis Cardinals

An advanced collegiate bat from the 2024 Draft Class with a feel for contact and power that continues to improve, Wetherholt profiles as a top-of-the-order catalyst. His defensive versatility adds value, though the bat is what will carry him to the Big Leagues as soon as Opening Day.

2. Kevin McGonigle – SS, Detroit Tigers

McGonigle is one of the purest hitters in the minors, boasting advanced bat-to-ball skills and strike-zone awareness. He has the ability to stick at shortstop defensively, but it is the offensive polish that gives him such a high floor.

1. Konnor Griffin – SS, Pittsburgh Pirates

Elite athlete with five-tool upside, Griffin blends explosive bat speed with high-end defensive ability at shortstop. His power and hit tool have taken a massive step forward, giving him superstar potential, similar to Bobby Witt Jr.