Reviewing the Future of Baseball: The Top Prospects Across Minor League Levels

As the 2025 minor league baseball season draws to a close, it’s an ideal time to evaluate the top prospects across various levels of play. This review highlights standout players at Triple-A, Double-A, High-A, Single-A, and rookie levels, offering insights into where they might land in the coming season.

Top Prospects by Level

Triple-A

Tommy Troy - 2BAfter a promising first full season in the minors, Tommy Troy has stepped up his game considerably. Selected No. 12 overall in the 2023 draft, Troy is batting .297/.389/.465 with 28 doubles, 15 home runs, and 64 RBIs over 121 games.

Double-A

Ryan Waldschmidt - OF (No. 75 on B/R Top 100)Waldschmidt's performance shines as he continues to impress with his consistent hitting.

High-A

Slade Caldwell - OF (No. 79 on B/R Top 100)Caldwell's statistics demonstrate his potential as a future star in major league baseball.

Single-A

Kayson Cunningham - SS (No. 92 on B/R Top 100)Cunningham has made a remarkable impact during his current season.

Rookie

Adriel Radney - OFRadney rounds out our prospects to watch as he begins his journey in organized baseball.

Spotlight on Notable Prospects

Throughout the season, other young talents have also made waves:

• Leo De Vries - SS (No. 6 on B/R Top 100): Since his trade from the Padres, De Vries has excelled with a .281 batting average and 13 extra-base hits in Double-A.
• JR Ritchie - RHP (No. 93 on B/R Top 100): After battling injuries, Ritchie has emerged as a key prospect with a 2.61 ERA and a strong strikeout record.
• Enrique Bradfield Jr. - OF: Known for his exceptional speed, Bradfield has showcased his defensive skills alongside a notable on-base percentage.
• Franklin Arias - SS (No. 34 on B/R Top 100): Arias has distinguished himself as the best defensive shortstop in the Red Sox system.
• Kevin McGonigle - SS (No. 1 on B/R Top 100): The headliner of the Erie roster, McGonigle boasts an impressive .305 batting average across multiple levels.

The minor league landscape has shifted significantly this year, driven by graduations to big leagues, performance fluctuations, and trades. This year-end assessment serves as a reflection of a bustling season full of promise for the future of Major League Baseball.