MLB Pipeline’s Annual In-Season Rerank
This week, MLB Pipeline released its annual in-season rerank, resulting in a notable shift in the Top 100 Prospects list. Forty-one players who weren’t included in the preseason rankings have now made the list, including 12 from this year’s Draft class.
New Top 10 Prospects
The list features a completely revamped top 10, with Konnor Griffin now holding the No. 1 spot—an ascent that took place just a few weeks prior. Other players have also seen their rankings change significantly, with many moving up, down, or even off the list entirely.
Podcast Discussion on Changes
In a recent episode of the MLB Pipeline Podcast, hosts Jim Callis and Sam Dykstra, alongside Jason Ratliff, analyzed these changes, emphasizing 10 players who were not ranked in the preseason but have now successfully entered the Top 100.
Ten Major Breakouts
The latest rankings spotlight ten standout players:
Luis Peña, INF, Brewers (No. 16)
After a strong debut in the Dominican Summer League, Peña has surged from unranked to No. 16 overall. The 18-year-old had an impressive season at Single-A Carolina, boasting 26 extra-base hits and 40 steals.
Carson Benge, OF, Mets (No. 20)
Benge made a notable entrance into the Top 100, enjoying one of the best offensive seasons in the Minors. He elevated his performance significantly after a promotion to Double-A Binghamton.
George Lombard Jr., SS, Yankees (No. 25)
The 2023 Draft pick has shown a well-rounded skill set and baseball acumen, starting the season with a strong performance at High-A and recording seven homers and 29 steals thus far.
Future Stars
Other noteworthy additions include Payton Tolle, Nolan McLean, Ryan Sloan, Jonah Tong, Eduardo Quintero, Gage Jump, and C.J. Kayfus, each demonstrating remarkable talent and potential throughout the season.
