A new season brings fresh opportunities for players across every team, especially for Minor League prospects aiming to build on previous achievements and solidify their path to the Majors. Here’s a look at one player to watch for each team in 2025, with insights from MLB.com’s beat writers.
AL EAST:
- Blue Jays: OF Alan Roden – Roden, Toronto’s No. 12 prospect, impressed in Triple-A with a .314 average and .406 OBP. His on-base skills make him a key player to watch as he aims for MLB time in 2025.
- Orioles: 3B/1B Coby Mayo – Despite struggles in 2024, Mayo, ranked as Baltimore’s No. 1 prospect, could return to the Majors in 2025 and benefit from the new dimensions at Camden Yards.
- Rays: SS Carson Williams – The Rays’ top prospect, Williams has elite skills with power, speed, and defense, making him a key player to watch as Tampa Bay seeks more offense.
- Red Sox: INF/OF Kristian Campbell – After a breakout year, Campbell, Boston’s No. 3 prospect, has the potential to make the Opening Day roster and compete for AL Rookie of the Year.
- Yankees: RHP Chase Hampton – After recovering from injuries, Hampton, New York’s No. 6 prospect, could make an impact in 2025 as a future starter.
AL CENTRAL:
- Guardians: OF Chase DeLauter – DeLauter, a top prospect recovering from injuries, impressed in Spring Training and could be a key outfield contributor in 2025.
- Royals: LHP Noah Cameron – Cameron, a top Royals pitching prospect, had a strong 2024 and is expected to debut in 2025 after impressing in the minors.
- Tigers: C Thayron Liranzo – Liranzo, Detroit’s No. 6 prospect, could be a future catching option for the Tigers with both offensive and defensive upside.
- Twins: OF Walker Jenkins – Jenkins, the Twins’ top prospect, has shown excellent bat-to-ball skills and could rise to the top of MLB’s prospect rankings in 2025.
- White Sox: LHPs Noah Schultz and Hagen Smith – Both pitchers are key figures in Chicago’s rebuild and could make their MLB debuts in 2025.
AL WEST:
- Angels: 2B Christian Moore – Moore, a first-round pick in 2024, is considered close to MLB-ready and may make a significant impact in 2025.
- Astros: 3B Cam Smith – Smith, Houston’s No. 1 prospect, could make a quick transition to the Majors after strong offensive numbers in 2024.
- Athletics: SS Jacob Wilson – After an impressive rise in 2023, Wilson, Oakland’s top prospect, could become a Rookie of the Year contender in 2025.
- Mariners: INF Ben Williamson – Williamson, a rising prospect with strong defense, could play a significant role in 2025 after a strong 2024 season.
- Rangers: RHP Kumar Rocker – Rocker, Texas’ No. 2 prospect, missed significant time but is a potential Rookie of the Year candidate if he stays healthy and performs well.
NL EAST:
- Braves: RHP Blake Burkhalter – Burkhalter, recovering from Tommy John surgery, is a promising reliever who could make an impact in 2025.
- Marlins: C/1B Agustin Ramirez – After improving in Triple-A, Ramirez could make his MLB debut in 2025 and provide the Marlins with much-needed stability at catcher.
- Mets: RHP Brandon Sproat – Sproat, the Mets’ top prospect, has a high ceiling and could make a significant impact in the Majors in 2025.
- Nationals: OF Robert Hassell – After a strong finish to 2024, Hassell, the Nationals’ No. 13 prospect, could make his MLB debut in 2025.
- Phillies: RHP Andrew Painter – Painter, the Phillies’ No. 2 prospect, could be called up to the Majors in 2025 if any injuries affect the team’s rotation.
NL CENTRAL:
- Brewers: SS Jesus Made – Made, the Brewers’ No. 4 prospect, had an impressive 2024 and could rise through the ranks quickly in 2025.
- Cardinals: LHP Quinn Mathews – Mathews, the Cardinals’ No. 3 prospect, had a stellar 2024 season and could join the MLB roster in 2025.
- Cubs: RHP Cade Horton – Horton, a top Cubs prospect, is recovering from injury and could make a significant impact for Chicago in 2025.
- Pirates: RHP Bubba Chandler – Chandler’s development has impressed many, and he could make his MLB debut in 2025 after a strong 2024 season.
- Reds: SS Edwin Arroyo – Arroyo, the Reds’ No. 3 prospect, is recovering from shoulder surgery and could move quickly through the system in 2025.
NL WEST:
- D-backs: SS Jordan Lawlar – Lawlar, ranked as the No. 9 overall prospect, could be a key part of Arizona’s future in 2025, potentially earning a regular spot on the team.
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