{"id":27346,"date":"2025-03-15T18:48:42","date_gmt":"2025-03-15T17:48:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=27346"},"modified":"2025-03-15T18:48:49","modified_gmt":"2025-03-15T17:48:49","slug":"what-is-mlb-farm-system-rankings-how-does-mlb-farm-system-ranking-works","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/what-is-mlb-farm-system-rankings-how-does-mlb-farm-system-ranking-works\/","title":{"rendered":"What is MLB farm system rankings? How does MLB farm system ranking works?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is MLB farm system rankings?<\/h2><p>MLB farm system rankings evaluate all 30 teams&rsquo; minor league talent based on the quality and depth of their prospects. These rankings consider factors like the number of elite, high-ceiling players (often those ranked in MLB&rsquo;s Top 100), the overall depth of talent across different levels, and the success of recent drafts and international signings. Development plays a key role, as teams that consistently turn prospects into productive MLB players tend to rank higher. These rankings fluctuate frequently due to trades, promotions, and player performance. Generally, rebuilding teams have stronger farm systems because they accumulate prospects, while contenders often trade their top young talent for immediate big-league help.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does MLB farm system ranking works?<\/h2><p>MLB farm system rankings are based on the overall talent and depth of a team&rsquo;s minor league prospects. Analysts from sources like MLB Pipeline, Baseball America, and Fangraphs evaluate teams using several key factors. The number of elite prospects, particularly those ranked in MLB&rsquo;s Top 100, plays a major role. Depth is also crucial &ndash; teams with multiple high-upside players across different levels tend to rank higher.<\/p><p>Scouts and analysts assess recent draft classes, international signings, and player development success to determine how well a team is building its future talent pool. Performance in the minors, as well as potential impact at the major league level, is factored in. These rankings change frequently due to trades, call-ups, and player progression, with rebuilding teams often ranking higher since they prioritize prospect accumulation.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2025 MLB farm system rankings for all 30 teams<\/h2><p>There&rsquo;s a new No. 1 in farm system rankings. The Baltimore Orioles, have been replaced after a three-year run by the Detroit Tigers. Here are the MLB farm system rankings, according to MLB.com.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Detroit Tigers<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 13<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 25<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Jackson Jobe, RHP (No. 5); Max Clark, OF (No. 6); Kevin McGonigle, SS\/2B (No. 28); Bryce Rainer, SS (No. 52); Thayron Liranzo, C\/1B (No. 81); Josue Brice&ntilde;o, 1B\/C (No. 94)<\/p><p>The Tigers boast one of the deepest farm systems, with six Top 100 prospects&mdash;including two in the top six. Their core of Jobe, Clark, and McGonigle got a boost with Rainer&rsquo;s draft selection and breakout seasons from Liranzo and Brice&ntilde;o. Jace Jung is back healthy and vying for third base, while Lee and Sweeney add infield depth. Jobe leads the pitching group, but Hamm, Melton, and Madden could contribute in 2025, with recent draft picks adding more upside. Detroit&rsquo;s future looks bright.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Tampa Bay Rays<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 6<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Carson Williams, SS (No. 9); Xavier Isaac, 1B (No. 50); Brayden Taylor, INF (No. 66); Tre&rsquo; Morgan, 1B\/OF (No. 93); Theo Gillen, OF (No. 98)<\/p><p>Junior Caminero&rsquo;s graduation dropped Tampa Bay from the top spot, but their system remains the deepest in baseball. Carson Williams leads a strong group of hitters, including power bat Xavier Isaac, five-tool talent Aidan Smith, and speedster Chandler Simpson. Pitching isn&rsquo;t lacking either, with Deadline additions Hopkins and Baumeister, plus Suarez, Hill, and Harrison developing as potential starters. It&rsquo;s the kind of depth the Rays are known for.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Boston Red Sox<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 14<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 16<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Roman Anthony, OF (No. 2); Kristian Campbell, 2B\/SS\/OF (No. 7); Marcelo Mayer, SS (No. 12); Franklin Arias, SS\/2B (No. 75)<\/p><p>The Red Sox have an elite prospect trio in Anthony, Campbell, and Mayer, with recent international success adding talent like Arias, Perales, Garcia, Cespedes, and Gonzales. Pitching development improved in 2024, though top arm Perales is sidelined after Tommy John surgery.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Los Angeles Dodgers<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 8<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 2<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Roki Sasaki, RHP (No. 1); Dalton Rushing, C\/OF (No. 30); Josue De Paula, OF (No. 40); Jackson Ferris, LHP (No. 70); Alex Freeland, SS (No. 71); Zyhir Hope, OF (No. 74)<\/p><p>The Dodgers, baseball&rsquo;s model franchise, have paired 12 straight playoff appearances and two titles in five years with an elite farm system. They landed No. 1 prospect Sasaki in January, added Ferris and Hope in the Busch\/Almonte trade, and secured high-upside shortstops Morales and Lindsey. With De Paula, Quintero, and others, L.A. boasts one of the best collections of teenage talent in the game.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Seattle Mariners<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 18<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 19<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 24<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Colt Emerson, SS\/3B (No. 20); Lazaro Montes, OF (No. 42); Cole Young, SS\/2B (No. 49); Harry Ford, C (No. 64); Felnin Celesten, SS (No. 73); Jonny Farmelo, OF (No. 95); Michael Arroyo, 2B\/SS (No. 97)<\/p><p>Tied with the Cubs for the most Top 100 prospects (seven), the Mariners&rsquo; group is entirely made up of hitters&mdash;four high school draftees and three top international signings. Their pitching depth is growing too, with 2024 draftees Ryan Sloan and Jurrangelo Cijntje, plus breakout arm Logan Evans. This system is on the rise.<\/p><p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/fans-say-just-stay-home-as-tokyo-series-tickets-reach-shocking-20000\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Fans say &lsquo;just stay home&rsquo; as Tokyo Series tickets reach shocking $20,000<\/a><\/strong><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Chicago White Sox<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 11<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 26<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Noah Schultz, LHP (No. 16); Kyle Teel, C (No. 32); Hagen Smith, LHP (No. 34); Colson Montgomery, SS (No. 39); Braden Montgomery, OF (No. 54); Edgar Quero (No. 65)<\/p><p>The White Sox boast baseball&rsquo;s most improved farm system, jumping 14 spots from last year. They&rsquo;ve added 14 of their Top 30 prospects, including Teel and Montgomery via trade and Smith as the No. 5 pick. Schultz and Smith lead as the top lefty pitching prospects, while Teel and Quero form an elite catching duo.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Milwaukee Brewers<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 17<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 15<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Jeferson Quero, C (No. 47); Jes&uacute;s Made, SS\/3B (No. 55); Cooper Pratt, SS (No. 56); Jacob Misiorowski, RHP (No. 99)<\/p><p>Despite Jackson Chourio&rsquo;s graduation, the Brewers&rsquo; farm system remains strong, led by rising star Jes&uacute;s Made. They&rsquo;re loaded with corner infield talent, including Boeve, Black, Bitonti, Adams, Burke, and Wilken. With plenty of everyday players and starting pitchers, even MLB-ready reliever Craig Yoho sits at No. 19. This depth explains how Milwaukee stays competitive without big spending.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Chicago Cubs<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 8<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 12<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Matt Shaw, INF (No. 19); Cade Horton, RHP (No. 51); Owen Caissie, OF (No. 53); Moises Ballesteros, C\/1B (No. 68); James Triantos, 2B\/OF (No. 72); Kevin Alc&aacute;ntara, OF (No. 89); Jefferson Rojas, SS\/2B (No. 96)<\/p><p>Tied with the Mariners for the most Top 100 prospects (seven), the Cubs have a talent-rich system, with six already reaching Triple-A or the Majors. The depth mirrors their 2015 powerhouse farm. Once this group graduates, the next wave will be led by international shortstops Rojas, Cruz, Hernandez, and Tomas.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Cleveland Guardians<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 19<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 4<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Travis Bazzana, 2B (No. 10); Chase DeLauter, OF (No. 36); Jaison Chourio, OF (No. 59); Angel Genao, INF (No. 61)<\/p><p>The Guardians&rsquo; AL championship roster featured seven rookies, including Manzardo, Noel, Rocchio, and Smith, with more talent on the way. They spent a record $20.4 million in the Draft, selecting top hitter Bazzana at No. 1 and investing in high-upside arms like Doughty, Oakie, and Mobley. Chourio and Genao headline a group of rising position prospects.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Minnesota Twins<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 17<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 19<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Walker Jenkins, OF (No. 3); Emmanuel Rodriguez, OF (No. 37); Luke Keaschall, 2B\/OF\/1B (No. 60)<\/p><p>Minnesota&rsquo;s three Top 100 hitters have injury concerns but could contribute in 2025 if healthy&mdash;Jenkins, in particular, has that kind of talent. Graduations of arms like Matthews and Festa caused a slight dip, but with seven pitchers in the Top 15, the Twins&rsquo; system remains deep and Top 10-worthy.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Cincinnati Reds<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 14<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 5<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Chase Burns, RHP (No. 26); Rhett Lowder, RHP (No. 35); Sal Stewart, 2B\/3B (No. 83); Cam Collier, 3B (No. 90); Edwin Arroyo, SS (No. 91)<\/p><p>With first-rounders Chase Burns and Rhett Lowder potentially joining the rotation this year, the Reds&rsquo; system is stacked with offensive talent&mdash;eight of their next nine Top 30 prospects are hitters. They&rsquo;ve effectively replenished their pipeline through the Draft, trades, and international signings.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. New York Mets<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 13<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 13<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 11<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 11<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Brandon Sproat, RHP (No. 46); Jett Williams, SS\/OF (No. 57); Carson Benge, OF (No. 100)<\/p><p>The Mets bolstered their farm system without sacrificing talent, adding top international signee Elian Pe&ntilde;a ($5M). The 17-year-old joins a strong infield group featuring Williams, Clifford, Acu&ntilde;a, Baez, and Mauricio. On the mound, Sproat&rsquo;s plus velocity could earn him MLB time this summer, with McLean and Tong also rising through the system.<\/p><p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/im-prepared-for-the-worst-yankees-brian-cashman-bracing-for-serious-gerrit-cole-injury\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>&ldquo;I&rsquo;m prepared for the worst&rdquo;: Yankees&rsquo; Brian Cashman bracing for serious Gerrit Cole injury<\/a><\/strong><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13. Washington Nationals<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 8<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 10<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Dylan Crews, OF (No. 4); Travis Sykora, RHP (No. 69); Jarlin Susana, RHP (No. 78)<\/p><p>Crews, expected to be Washington&rsquo;s Opening Day right fielder, headlines a rising Nationals system. His graduation could mark a shift from rebuilding to contender, with the next wave led by arms like Sykora, Susana, and Clemmey. Even with Crews moving on, Washington&rsquo;s farm remains strong, especially with the No. 1 pick in this year&rsquo;s Draft.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>14. Pittsburgh Pirates<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 8<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Bubba Chandler, RHP (No. 15); Konnor Griffin, SS\/OF (No. 43); Thomas Harrington, RHP (No. 79); Termarr Johnson, 2B\/SS (No. 82)<\/p><p>The Pirates&rsquo; Top 100 quartet is well-balanced, but their real strength lies in pitching development, led by Chandler and Harrington. With Ashcraft, Barco, and Burrows also close to contributing, the big league staff should get a boost. If the bats, especially Johnson, take a step forward, this system could rise even higher.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>15. Baltimore Orioles<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 1<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Samuel Basallo, C\/1B (No. 13); Coby Mayo, 3B\/1B (No. 14)<\/p><p>Balancing big-league success with a top-tier farm system is tough, but the Orioles have done it, graduating key prospects to build a young MLB roster. With Basallo and Mayo nearly ready, they still have impact talent. As they pick lower in the Draft, their ability to find talent there and internationally will be key.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>16. Miami Marlins<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 29<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 24<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 18<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Thomas White, LHP (No. 41); Starlyn Caba, SS (No. 80); Noble Meyer, RHP (No. 84)<\/p><p>The Marlins jumped 13 spots in the rankings, adding 19 new Top 30 prospects in the past year&mdash;13 via trades, including Caba, Ramirez, Head, Snelling, and De Los Santos (who led the Minors with 40 homers). They&rsquo;ve also invested $18.5 million in draftees White, Meyer, Morlando, and Johnson, plus international signee Salas.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>17. Philadelphia Phillies<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 22<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 23<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 21<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Andrew Painter, RHP (No. 8); Aidan Miller, SS (No. 27); Justin Crawford, OF (No. 63); Eduardo Tait, C (No. 92)<\/p><p>A healthy Painter is a major boost for the Phillies, with hopes he graduates while contributing this season. Miller and Crawford could follow soon, with Tait not far behind. Strong seasons from 2024 draftees Nori and Burkholder could elevate the system, while former first-rounder Abel remains a wildcard if he refines his command.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>18. Colorado Rockies<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 21<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 18<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 14<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Chase Dollander, RHP (No. 25); Charlie Condon, OF\/3B (No. 29)<\/p><p>Top 10 picks in the last two Drafts have bolstered the Rockies&rsquo; system, with Dollander possibly making the Opening Day rotation and Condon poised for a quick rise. Their international prospects, led by Calaz, could make an impact, while Fernandez and Amador have time to rebound from 2024 struggles.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>19. Texas Rangers<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 26<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 7<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 10<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 7<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Sebastian Walcott, SS\/3B (No. 17); Kumar Rocker, RHP (No. 44)<\/p><p>Despite injuries leading to a drop in wins, the Rangers had a strong year in player development. Walcott emerged as a top prospect, with Rocker, Leiter, and Church reaching the Majors and Santos and Teodo close behind. Rosario was highly regarded but will miss time after Tommy John surgery.<\/p><p><strong>ALSO READ: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/which-mlb-team-will-shock-everyone-in-2025\/\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Which MLB team will shock everyone in 2025?<\/a><\/strong><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>20. St. Louis Cardinals<\/strong><\/h3><p>2024 midseason rank: 19<\/p><p>2024 preseason rank: 23<\/p><p>2023 midseason rank: 22<\/p><p>2023 preseason rank: 9<\/p><p>Top 100 prospects: JJ Wetherholt, SS (No. 23); Quinn Mathews, LHP (No. 45); Tink Hence, RHP (No. 76)<\/p><p>St. Louis is in transition, and its farm system could help define its next era. Landing Wetherholt seventh overall and Mathews&rsquo; breakout were major boosts. Several pitchers&mdash;Mathews, Hence, McGreevy, Roby, Robberse, and Graceffo&mdash;are nearing MLB readiness. Catching depth is another strength, led by 2024 Texas League MVP Jimmy Crooks. Dominican Summer League standouts Rainiel Rodriguez and Yairo Padilla could further elevate the system if they thrive stateside.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>21. Athletics<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 22<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 26<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 22<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Jacob Wilson, SS (No. 31); Nick Kurtz, 1B (No. 38)<\/p><p>Wilson is MLB-ready and a potential Rookie of the Year candidate, while 2024 first-rounder Kurtz could debut later this season. The A&rsquo;s took a step forward in the AL West last year with homegrown talent, and more reinforcements are on the way. Colby Thomas, Mason Barnett, Denzel Clarke, Max Muncy, Henry Bolte, and Jack Perkins&mdash;all Top 10 prospects&mdash;could make an impact in 2025.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>22. Arizona Diamondbacks<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 21<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 16<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 12<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 3<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Jordan Lawlar, SS (No. 11)<\/p><p>Don&rsquo;t be misled by the lone Top 100 prospect here&mdash;while Lawlar could use some company, Arizona still has intriguing hitters who could join him soon, like Demetrio Crisantes and Slade Caldwell, along with others looking to regain Top 100 status, such as Tommy Troy and Druw Jones. However, the D-backs&rsquo; offseason push for Corbin Burnes may have stemmed from their lack of high-impact arms in the pipeline. Yilber Diaz (No. 4) is their only pitcher in the Top 10, and just three hurlers crack their Top 15.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>23. Kansas City Royals<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 25<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 28<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 29<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 29<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Jac Caglianone, 1B (No. 22); Blake Mitchell, C (No. 48); Carter Jensen, C (No. 85)<\/p><p>Caglianone will be one of the most closely watched prospects in 2025 as he transitions to full-time hitting, while Mitchell and Jensen add intrigue to the race to succeed Salvador Perez behind the plate. The Royals have also seen breakouts from Top 10 prospects Noah Cameron and Steven Zobac, providing a much-needed boost to their pitching pipeline. However, beyond those top names, the system lacks clear-cut everyday position players or high-end starting pitching depth.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>24. New York Yankees<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 18<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 11<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 21<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 13<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Jasson Dom&iacute;nguez, OF (No. 21)<\/p><p>After producing 2024 AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil and third-place finisher Austin Wells en route to a pennant, the Yankees have another top rookie candidate in Jasson Dom&iacute;nguez. However, many of their best position prospects, including shortstops George Lombard Jr. and Roderick Arias and outfielder Spencer Jones, are coming off rough seasons at the plate. Pitching remains a strength&mdash;New York is among the best at developing arms and doubled down in last year&rsquo;s Draft, spending its first seven picks on college pitchers, led by SEC right-handers Ben Hess, Bryce Cunningham, and Thatcher Hurd.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>25. San Diego Padres<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 28<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 23<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Leo De Vries, SS (No. 18); Ethan Salas, C (No. 33)<\/p><p>How much weight can two premium 18-year-old prospects carry? Enough to lift San Diego out of the bottom five in farm system rankings. Despite last year&rsquo;s midseason trades depleting their pipeline, the Padres still have headliners in Ethan Salas and Homer De Vries. Behind them, the organization is looking to reload, with nine members of the 2024 Draft class stepping into the spotlight. First-rounder Kash Mayfield, second-rounder Boston Bateman, and third-rounder Cobb Hightower lead the group, with Hightower standing out after flashing the potential to hit for both average and power at the club&rsquo;s Arizona complex last summer.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>26. Atlanta Braves<\/strong><\/h3><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2024 midseason rank: 27<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2024 preseason rank: 26<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 midseason rank: 27<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2023 preseason rank: 30<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Top 100 prospects: Drake Baldwin, C (No. 62); Cam Caminiti, LHP (No. 88)<\/p><p>With Sean Murphy sidelined, it could be Baldwin&rsquo;s time to shine right from Opening Day. While the Braves currently have just two Top 100 prospects, they have a pair of arms with past Top 100 pedigree knocking on the door. AJ Smith-Shawver and Hurston Waldrep have already reached the big leagues, and while their long-term roles remain in question, their raw stuff is undeniable. Meanwhile, former high school draftees Owen Murphy and JR Ritchie are working their way back from Tommy John surgery. If they can start approaching their ceilings, Atlanta&rsquo;s farm system might have more firepower than it appears at first glance.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>27. 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