Prospect Sauce's 2025 FYPD Rankings
Ranking the top 80 of the FYPD class from a points league perspective.
1: Roki Sasaki, P, ?
Roki Sasaki is in a tier of his own in this FYPD class and immediately becomes the #1 fantasy prospect in baseball. The Sasaki debate will center on just how good of an asset is this #1 overall pick? Is this a pick dynasty managers should make untouchable, or will shrewd managers dangle this pick for a surefire asset? On one hand, Sasaki’s stuff took a definitive step back in 2024. His signature fastball, which looked like an absolute demon ball in the 2023 WBC, lost horizontal movement, vertical movement and velocity in the 2024 NPB season. Fortunately, Sasaki possesses an 80 grade splitter and a plus slider and was able to salvage a 2.76 ERA and over a strikeout per inning. This is what the floor looks like for the 22 year old Sasaki. His worst professional season, after posting sub 0.8 WHIPs in his previous 2, is still that of an elite Japanese import. It’s hard not to get hyperbolic with Roki and dynasty managers should hold on to dear life. The worst case scenario is a high strikeout SP3 if the elite fastball characteristics don’t return. The best case is an elite run of dominance that will likely only be rivaled by Paul Skenes. That’s a wide range of outcomes, but none of them are bad. Roki is betting on himself by forgoing millions. This is a kid who believes in himself and wants to compete at the highest level. I’m buying in fully.
2: Nick Kurtz, 1B, A’s
Tier 2 in this FYPD class is very, very close. I think there’s a solid case for any of the next 3 names that we’ll discuss. Ultimately, Kurtz is atop the tier because I think he’s the most impactful hitter of the trio. Kurtz regularly posted EVs over 110mph and maxed out at 114mph. What’s more, his contact rate during his small pro sample was 74%, solidly above average. Kurtz also fared well in the Fall League, posting an OPS above 1.000 in the hitter friendly environment. While it’s hard to poke holes in the statistical profile, Kurtz’s most glaring detriment is history. There is a bleak track record of college 1Bs drafted in the first round, but I am betting on Kurtz bucking this trend and establishing himself as a top 1B option in dynasty.
3: Travis Bazzana, 2B, CLE
I have very conflicted feelings about Travis Bazzana. I was lower than most coming out of OSU. I didn’t see a carrying tool in the profile, and doubted the signal in the underlying data due to poor competition and the wonky college run environment. I tend to be wary of college hitters in general, especially when there isn’t an iron clad track record of success against elite competition. While I don’t think we are out of the woods with Bazzana, the pro debut was rather encouraging. Once Bazzana got his feet under him at high A, he slashed .277/373/.462 with a 20%K from August 13th onward. While the initial pro sample doesn’t scream 60 contact or 60 power, we very well may be talking about 55s across the board with plus or better swing decisions. However, I am tempering expectations for 2025. I feel strongly that Bazzana isn’t an elite prospect at the current juncture and it’s unlikely that he will ever develop into one. He’ll rank inside my top 35 in my overall and would fit better in the 40-60 range in most years (it’s a down prospect crop). Bazzana could flirt with 20/20 seasons in his prime and deliver a solid OBP for dynasty managers.
4: JJ Wetherholt, INF, STL
I like the profile of JJ Wetherholt, but again, don’t feel great about selecting him this high. It’s just the way of the road in this FYPD class. We discussed Bazzana’s lack of carrying tool. Wetherholt, however, is firmly a plus hitter. His 87% contact rate and sub 12% strikeout rate in his first taste of pro ball are evidence, despite it coming at only low A. Even with moderate regression as he climbs the latter, these contact metrics would still be plus. Wetherholt has a left handed swing that generates solid bat speed and natural loft. One mechanical quirk to monitor is his large leg kick that he utilizes as both a timing mechanism and to generate torque. The whole operation is rather long, and I would like to see the Cardinals quiet his lower half so he doesn’t get exposed to velocity at higher levels. So what are dynasty managers getting with Wetherholt? If all goes right, this could be a better offensive profile that Bazzana. I think Wetherholt’s contact ability exceeds that of Bazzana, and there’s the potential for 20 home runs if he deploys a lift and launch approach. I do worry about the speed, as there are conflicting reports of his speed grade, and he already has a questionable injury history at a young age. Nonetheless, Wetherholt is a solid prospect who figures to be a plug and play MI option for years to come.
5: Konnor Griffin, SS/OF, PIT
Konnor Griffin is an absolute toolshed, and represents an opportunity for dynasty managers to capitalize on the murky prep hitting environment of this FYPD. Unlike in previous years, hardly any prepsters got a taste of official game action thanks to the rescheduling of the complex leagues to early in the season. Instead of sending their draftees straight to A ball, many orgs opted to get their guys reps in the Bridge League. This culminates in a low information environment that makes the prep hitting demographic even more volatile than in previous years. But should dynasty managers shy away from a challenge? Not with Griffin they shouldn’t. Griffin is a hulking human with double plus raw power and plus speed. The showcase track record was good but not great. This, coupled with questionable swing mechanics, creates a fair amount of hit tool risk. Nonetheless, Griffin seems to be grinding in the cage this offseason and is tinkering with his mechanics to get shorter to the ball and maximize plate coverage. All in all, Griffin possesses tools to gamble on in FYPD despite the concerns.
6: Hagen Smith, LHP, CHW
Three quarters lefty with an upper 90s fastball and 70 grade slide piece? Sign me up. Hagen Smith is my top pitcher in the class and offers significant upside for dynasty managers. However, Smith is not a perfect pitching prospect. He will need to up the usage of his changeup, which showed promising tumble and played nicely off his fastball at Arkansas, albeit in a limited fashion. Moreover, Smith’s delivery is high effort and he’s already undergone Tommy John surgery once. His command was shaky for much of his college career but improved the further removed from TJ he became. Smith is definitely risky, but he has the makings of an elite pitching prospect if it all comes together.
7: Cam Smith, 3B, HOU
I was lukewarm on Cam Smith coming out of FSU, but I can’t deny the steady improvements he’s made over the last 18 months. Smith displayed questionable contact ability as an underclassman, leading me to doubt the hit tool translation to pro ball. He also was unable to put the ball in the air in college and leaned heavily on an opposite field approach. However, Smith has been on an upward trajectory since the 2023 Cape Code league where he dominated with wood. Since then, Smith has displayed a promising combination of hit and power that looks the part of a future 3 hole hitter. The trade to Houston is even more encouraging, as they’ll surely try to instill a lift and launch approach to take advantage of the ever-tempting Crawford boxes. Smith has already made strides in overcoming his ground ball woes and I expect this to be a continued point of emphasis in his development. However, given that Smith struck out nearly 30% of the time at FSU in 2023, I’m fearful that the contact could regress as he deploys this approach in the upper levels.
8: Jac Caglianone, 1B, KC
Jac Cags is another dubious profile who took advantage of lower level pitching in his pro debut last summer. Coming out of Florida, I was highly skeptical of how the chase prone Cags would handle pro pitching. The skepticism remains, but I am more optimistic now that Cags may be an outlier talent who can produce at the highest level. He has 80 grade raw power and surprisingly good contact ability. He seems to have great plate coverage to overcome the propensity to chase outside the zone. I expect Cags to struggle a bit in the upper levels and in his first taste of MLB, but the ultimate career arch could look something like Jake Burger.
9: Kellon Lindsey, SS, LAD
Kellon Lindsey is one of my favorite FYPD targets as an elite athlete who is just scratching the surface of his potential. A two sport star in high school, Lindsey boasts 80 grade speed and solid contact skills. Lindsey has a simple right handed swing that’s short to the ball and generates solid bat speed. He seems to have fantastic hand eye coordination that I expect to carry over into pro ball. The major question with the profile is the ultimate power upside. I’m betting that the combination of 1: elite athleticism 2: focusing solely on baseball and 3: the Dodgers development factory will assist Lindsey in getting to 45-50 game power someday. Preps are risky, even when the Dodgers take them (looking at you, Kendall George). But Lindsey is one to bet on and prioritize in FYPD.
10: Chase Burns, RHP, CIN
One of my FYPD philosophies is to only chase pitching that I absolutely love. If I have serious questions about a guy, I’m going to pass at cost. Some of my worst FYPD picks have been college pitchers like Hurston Waldrep and Max Meyer. We know about the obvious risk of pitching, but what about the opportunity cost? Tell me, were Quinn Matthews and Alejandro Rosario drafted in your FYPDs last year? What about Logan Evans or Brandon Sproat? On the MLB side, were Bowden Francis and Ronel Blanco added in your leagues? Was Cole Ragans floating on your waiver wire at some point in 2023? Were Spencer Strider and Tarik Skubal scooped up for $0 way back when? Either you’re a total sicko and play in insanely deep 30 teamers, or you can find serviceable AND high end pitching for free. So if you don’t love a guy in FYPD, politely decline and be ready to pounce on the waivers come April. That’s where I’m at with Chase Burns. I see lots of reliever risk here. The mechanics are downright violent, highlighted by a head whack that is equal parts odd and concerning. The track record of command is spotty. Yes, the stuff was elite at Wake, but there is risk that I’m not comfortable paying for.
11: Griffin Burkholder, OF, PHI
We need to prioritize high end athletes in FYPD and that’s why Griffin Burkholder is this high. We’re talking about a serious dude in the form of 70 grade speed and above average raw power. Burkholder has a smooth right handed swing that generates loft to his pull side with ease. Some have questioned the mechanics, but I see a simple operation that will play in pro ball. Burkholder performed well in a miniscule pro sample and the reports out of the bridge league were also strong. This is a big time ROI target in FYPD.
12: Ryan Waldschmidt, OF, ARI
Ryan Waldschmidt is the complete package in terms of a college bat. At Kentucky, he displayed a promising combination of power, contact and discipline. He’s a strong athlete and solid runner, too. Waldschmidt hit extremely well with wood in a small 2023 Cape Cod sample, and again in his pro debut last summer. Waldschmidt, like Cam Smith, is a player who has been on a stark upward trajectory over the last 18 months. I’m buying and hoping the progress continues in 2025.
13: Braden Montgomery, OF, CHW
I’m lower on Braden Montgomery compared to consensus, and the move to the White Sox organization does not bode well either. While Montgomery boasted 60 or even 70 grade raw power, the questionable pitch recognition and contact ability is worrisome. A college bat with hit tool risk is just not a profile I’m going to buy into. However, Montgomery has loud secondary tools and has steadily improved his contact rates since his freshman year.
14: Bryce Rainer, SS, DET
Bryce Rainer is another high upside target with loud tools, albeit with less natural athleticism and projection. Rainer is a jumbo short stop who, like Colson Montgomery before him, will surely elicit Corey Seager comps. While the raw power is plus and the plate discipline seems solid, I’m not a fan of his swing. It’s long and could leave him vulnerable to high velocity and spin. This, combined with the lack of athleticism, render Rainer less of a priority for me.
15: Slade Caldwell, OF, ARI
I say this every year during FYPD season: the best pure prep hitter in the class is usually a solid investment. Last year, I crowned Kevin McGonigle with that title, and this year it goes to Caldwell. Like McGonigle, Caldwell has a small and compact frame with minimal room for future projection. Also like McGonigle, Caldwell possesses strong rotational athleticism that enables better than expected power production to the pull side. And again, like McGonigle, there is plus speed and a strong willingness to run. Caldwell is even smaller though, and the hit tool isn’t quite as polished.
16: Charlie Condon, OF, COL
Charlie Condon represents one of the tougher evaluations of the entire FYPD class. I had Condon #1 out of the draft but I did not think he was a perfect prospect at the time. While I saw 70 grade raw power and an above average contact bat, I conceded that the college run environment and Condon’s chase happy approach was riskier than the average #1 FYPD selection. Well, that risk came to fruition in a small but important 25 game sample. During Condon’s first taste of pro ball at high A, he sported a dreadful 48 wRC+, .518 OPS and a K-BB% of 28%. No matter how you slice it, the sample was overwhelmingly bad. Condon hit for negligible power and displayed an aggressive approach at the plate. His contact rate was below average at 66%. I think it’s imperative for dynasty managers to let go of their preconceived notions with Condon. His season at Georgia was historic, but in Bayesian fashion, we need to adjust our priors in concert with the new and impactful information we’ve received. Condon’s a tough sell in FYPD because the floor has already bottomed out, but I guess it can only go up from here?
17: Christian Moore, 2B, LAA
I just can’t do college hitters with hit tool risk. There’s no denying Christian Moore’s raw power, or his phenomenal pro debut. But it came with high strikeout rates that were no better at Tennessee. I can’t drop Moore any further than this due to the power upside and 2025 ETA, but I don’t feel great about the long term outlook thanks to the hit tool risk and dicey landing spot in Anaheim.
18: Trey Yesavage, RHP, TOR
I liked Yesavage out of college, but I came out even higher after digging in deep. Yesavage’s heater has outlier characteristics thanks to an extreme over the top delivery. This generated plus IVB in the 20’’ range at ECU. Yesavage’s splitter is a plus offering that produced great results to both righties and lefties, and his slider projects to be an above average offering. Yesavage’s arsenal plays up thanks to the over the top delivery I mentioned, which creates a steep downhill plane and lots of extension to the plate. It’s easy to see Yesavage as a top 50 prospect a year from now.
19: Jurrangelo Cijntje, SHP (but probably RHP), SEA
Jurrangelo Cijntje (pronounced “Sent-Ja”) is another high upside college arm who finds himself in the Mariners pitching factory. A rare switch pitcher at MSU, it’s highly likely that Jurrangelo focuses solely on hurling from the right side in pro ball. From the right side, the arsenal features a fastball with plus characteristics and a high velocity slider/cutter combo. A point of emphasis for development could be differentiating the slider/cutter into two distinct pitches, and further refining the changeup or even adding a curveball to neutralize lefties. Jurrangelo throws with power and athleticism, and his command was much improved in 2024.
20: Josuar Gonzalez, SS, SF
Josuar Gonzalez is the first international off the board and offers true 5 tool upside. While this is not a Leo De Vries caliber prospect, Gonzalez possesses all the traits I like to see in an international prospect. I tend to fade the big power hitters in favor of top end athletes who figure to have a solid blend of hit and power. That’s exactly who Gonzalez is, and reports out of the DR have been strong over the last year. This is a boom or bust pick, but the allure is a potential top 25 prospect in a year’s time.
21: Tyson Lewis, SS, CIN
Tyson Lewis is a cold weather prepster who offers upside and risk in FYPDs. Lewis is a premium athlete with a projectable frame. He’s also put a lot of work into his swing mechanics, quieting his lower half and simplifying the operation. This could be conducive to success in pro ball. If he can hit, Lewis offers plus power and speed and a fantastic future home park.
22: Elian Peña, SS, NYM
Elian Peña is another big time international target. While he doesn’t have elite athleticism, Peña offers a rare combination of hit and power for an international hitter. Moreover, his left handed swing is one of the prettiest you’ll ever see from a teenager. The scouting report on his maturity as a hitter and his plate approach is glowing. This has the makings of a preternatural hitter that you want to have at least one share of to see where it goes.
23: Ryan Sloan, RHP, SEA
Here we are, our first prep pitcher off the board. Ryan Sloan lands at the intersection of elite stuff and strong organizational context. Sloan is a big bodied righty who delivers a mid to upper 90s fastball. The pitch figures to have plus characteristics thanks to its velocity and his low arm slot. Sloan’s mechanics are repeatable and clean, although his arm action is rather long, which could open the door to injury down the road. The arsenal is buoyed by a duo of potentially plus secondaries: a high spin slider and a developing changeup that showed remarkable promise on the showcase circuit. All of this, coupled with the landing spot in Seattle, make Sloan a candidate to rise high up the rankings in the coming years.
24: Braylon Payne, OF, MIL
Braylon Payne was a surprise first round selection, but perhaps we should trust the Brewers after all. At the bridge league and in a small pro sample, Payne clocked double plus run times and high end EVs of 110mph. Payne has a high wasted body and quick twitch movements that ooze future projection. His swing needs refinement, but there isn’t a glaring mechanical flaw. Payne will need to elevate more consistently to tap into his raw power, but if he does, we could be looking at a tooled up riser.
25: Kale Fountain, 3B, SD
Kale Fountain was a 4th round selection, but don’t let that fool you: there is plenty of upside here. Relative to slot value, Fountain received the largest signing bonus of any prep hitter in the class. He arrives in an organization with a superlative track record of drafting prep talent (see Wood and Merrill in the last 3 years alone). Fountain is a hulking right handed third baseman, and at 6’5, he’ll likely always run high strikeout rates. However, I’m in love with his clean swing. He’s super quick to the ball and his timing is very strong. All of this points to a hitter who could make solid swing decisions despite the contact questions. If he can do this, Fountain’s double plus raw power could catapult him to a Coby Mayo outcome.
26: Carson Benge, OF, NYM
I’m a sucker for a strong hit tool and an uppercut lefty stroke. That’s exactly what we have with Benge, making him a strong target and a relatively safe one at that. While Benge is presently hit over power, he was a two way player at OSU which could portend more development coming as he narrows his focus on hitting. Benge performed well last summer in his initial pro sample. However, the swing needs some refinement which may present issues in the upper levels.
27: JD Dix, SS, ARI
Yet another cold weather prep bat of interest. I love the DBacks draft and think it could end up being the best draft haul of any organization. Dix offers an exciting combination of athleticism and hitting ability. He’s a quick twitch athlete who generates considerable bat speed without compromising contact ability. The ultimate power upside is a question, but I’m very interested in the idea of Dix unlocking another level in pro ball. The ingredients are here.
28: Dante Nori, OF, PHI
Dante Nori’s muscle hamster build and old age for the prep class yield an unconventional prospect. Truthfully, Nori’s profile is not too different from Caldwell, although the latter projects as a better pure hitter. Nori is hit over power, but he projects to have fringe average pop from the left side. He features a wide stance and compact swing that should continue to produce solid results as he climbs the latter. Nori is also a plus or better runner and good athlete. The major questions in the profile are the ultimate power production and the potential for a lower ceiling due to his advanced age. Nori performed well during his initial pro sample, and I’m very excited to see where this goes.
29: Seaver King, SS, WAS
Seaver King is a bit of an odd profile. On one hand, he’s as tooled up as they come in the college ranks. There’s a real chance it’s plus raw power and plus speed. Moreover, the underlying contact data is indicative of at least an average hitter. Sounds like a top 10 FYPD selection, right? Well, King had an incredibly disappointing 2024 at Wake Forest from a triple slash perspective. However, his 2023 showing on the Cape was mighty impressive and could portend more upside. Ultimately, I’m hedging here, recognizing the upside while also acknowledging the lack of discipline at the plate and spotty track record of production.
30: Cam Caminiti, LHP, ATL
Cam Caminiti is a smooth operator from the left side with a big fastball to boot. The heater could be a 70 thanks to a funky arm angle and mid to upper 90s velocity. Caminiti’s delivery is clean and he pitches with plenty of athleticism. The primary secondary is a changeup, which isn’t the worst thing for a lefty hurler. However, I’m lower on Caminiti’s feel for spin, which ultimately precludes him from joining the upper echelon of the class’s pitching crop.
31: Theo Gillen, SS/OF, TB
Theo Gillen was one of my favorite prepsters out of the draft and looked to be a favorite amongst dynasty drafters. The amateur scouting report pointed to an above average to plus hitter, solid athlete with plus or better run times, and a burgeoning power threat who had more projection remaining. The landing spot in Tampa was all the more encouraging. Sadly, Gillen looked completely overmatched in A ball. While this was a stretch assignment relative to most of his peers, it's always been my philosophy to heavily weigh the initial pro sample. Usually, future star prospects will tell us even during a small sample. In 34 PAs, Gillen sported a 42% strikeout rate, 59% ground ball rate and 46% overall contact rate. Maybe this is too harsh, but I’m sticking to my guns here. It’s important to note that Gillen was recovering from an injury, so it’s entirely possible the Rays rushed him back too fast.
32: Dorian Soto, SS, BOS
Dorian Soto may be the most slept on international prospect in 2025. Soto is a 6’3 short stop with tons of room for projection. He’s an explosive athlete who figures to age well, although he may slow down due to his sheer size. Per scouts, Soto has drastically improved as a hitter over the past calendar year. The Red Sox have done a fantastic job on the international side, and Soto may be their most exciting international prospect since Devers. This is a risky bet but the upside is through the roof.
33: Braylon Doughty, RHP, CLE
Braylon Doughty fits the prototypical Guardians archetype and could soar with the help of their pitching development. Doughty is a short and thick righty, but his delivery is clean with good athleticism on the mound. The main draw, like many Guardians arms before him, are a duo of high spin breakers. Both the curveball and slider are monster pitches and could end up as plus or better. The Guardians will focus on adding even more separation between the two offerings. If it clicks, Doughty has the makings of a top pitching prospect.
34: PJ Morlando, 1B, MIA
PJ Morlando is a name that I kept sliding down my board the further I dug in. While Morlando offers a promising combination of hit and power, his senior year performance last spring leaves a sour taste in my mouth, especially because he’s a considerably old prep prospect. Morlando is a first base only prospect whose body is already maxed out. I wonder if his physicality enabled him to beat up on lesser competition. This could be a prospect who peaked in high school.
35: Chase Harlan, 3B, LAD
Chase Harlan was a massive combine riser and lands in a dream spot with the Dodgers. At the combine, Harlan flashed high end exit velocities that wowed scouts. While Harlan is a power over hit third baseman, the Dodgers have done a nice job of refining the mechanics of these types. Refinement is needed, as the swing is presently high effort with a big uppercut. Nonetheless, I think Harlan offers lots of upside in this range and is worth the gamble.
36: Luke Dickerson, SS, WAS
Luke Dickerson is a northeast kid who rose up boards late in the draft cycle. I’m always interested in prospects who are on an upward trajectory, and that seems to be the case with Dickerson. Dickerson has a small frame that’s already maxed out, with minimal success against quality showcase competition. However, Dickerson shows a solid feel to hit and his gamer mentality is evident on tape.
37: Cole Mathis, 1B, CHC
Cole Mathis is a really fun college hitter. The advanced data and performance with wood on the Cape suggest a fair amount of upside in pro ball. I fully buy the power but remain cautious with the hit tool. Mathis’s swing is rather long and much of his success came against poor competition while at the College of Charleston.
38: Yorger Bautista, OF, SEA
Yorger Bautista seems to be as safe as they come for an international prospect, and he lands in a favorable environment for development in Seattle. Bautista projects as a potentially above average hitter for power and contact. Per scouts, he’s gained significant athleticism over the last year as he grows into his frame.
39: Jonathan Santucci, LHP, NYM
Big bet on the organization and the talent. Santucci has fantastic stuff from the left side, albeit with command concerns. The Mets have done a great job of developing this archetype of college arm in recent years.
40: Joey Oakie, RHP, CLE
Tall, projectable righty who throws from a low arm slot. East to west pitch mix, highlighted by a dastardly slider with great backfoot qualities. Reminiscent of Zander Meuth from last year, who I previously comped to Dustin May.
41: Levi Sterling, RHP, PIT
Starter’s build who could add lots of velocity. Kind of a boring repertoire at present, but precocious pitchability. Pirates have done a phenomenal job developing this archetype.
42: Kash Mayfield, LHP, SD
Projectable lefty who could add big velocity. However, I don’t love the secondaries at present and the Padres aren’t a great organization for pitching development.
43: Brendan Tunink, OF, LAD
8th round selection to the Dodgers who should be a priority target in FYPD. This is a bet on the athlete and on the organization. While Tunink does not have an overwhelming track record of success, he received over double the slot value thanks to elite athleticism and bat speed. Last year, I highlighted Isaiah Drake and Zyhir Hope as two prospects who fit this mold. This dichotomy illustrates the boom or bust nature of Tunink.
44: Emilien Pitre, 2B, TB
Smaller framed college hitter with above average contact and plate discipline. Deceptively good power as evidenced by a 110mph max EV. Hopeful the Rays can deploy a lift and launch approach.
45: Billy Amick, 3B, MIN
Solid blend of hit and power for a big bodied college third baseman. Performed fairly well in the initial pro sample. Fan of the landing spot in Minnesota.
46: James Tibbs III, 1B/OF, SF
High draft pick to the Giants, who have barely developed anyone over the last decade. Billed as a solid combination of hit and power, Tibbs’ production was putrid in his first taste of pro ball. Not interested.
47: Kaelen Culpepper, SS, MIN
Lower upside college bat who could be a sum of the parts type. I like him in deeper formats but definitely not an exciting pick.
48: Wyatt Sanford, SS, PIT
More of a defensive prep prospect. However, there good feel to hit and the Pirates are a solid developmental organization.
49: Caleb Bonemer, SS, CHW
Big bodied short stop with solid tools across the board. Old for the class, but produced nicely on the showcase circuit.
50: Daniel Eagen, RHP, ARI
My guy within the college pitching ranks. Small school arm, but multiple above average to plus secondaries with precise command of both. DBacks are hoping to find Pfaadt 2.0 here.
51: Ben Hess, RHP, NYY
Fascinating frame and stuff, although there is reliever risk.
52: Vance Honeycutt, OF, BAL
Absolute toolshed but historically bad contact in college. I learned by lesson with Jud Fabian to fade this archetype.
53: Boston Bateman, LHP, SD
Hulking lefty at 6’8 with a big fastball and plus curve. Command will be the question, but there is solid upside here.
54: Carter Johnson, SS, MIA
Advanced hitter but no loud secondary tools. Lands in Miami who have not done a good job developing prep talent.
55: Rodney Green, OF, A’s
Definitely the A’s archetype: big and toolsy with hit tool concerns. Could follow in the footsteps of Lawrence Butler, Denzel Clarke and Henry Bolte. A high upside college bat and well worth the dart throw late in FYPD.
56: Bryce Cunningham, RHP, NYY
Interesting stuff. 20’’ of IVB on the heater and a solid changeup as well. Small track record of starting in college, so durability and injuries are the worry.
57: Tommy White, 3B, A’s
Not super interested in Tommy Tanks. Hyper aggressive and expansive plate approach, although there is solid power. Just not my type and that’s okay.
58: Tytus Cissell, SS, ARI
Tons of projection in the frame and natural athleticism. Decent contact ability as well. A project, but if he hits, the DBacks draft could be explosive.
59: Eddie Rynders, SS, PIT
Old for the class prepster with big power and speed. I’m lower on his hit tool, but one to monitor.
60: Bryce Meccage, RHP, MIL
Big slider and the Brewers organization are two good reasons to keep Meccage on your radar in 2025.
61: Ethan Anderson, C/1B, BAL
Great contact ability and super young for the college class. Would be much higher if we were certain he’d move off catcher (I hate drafting catchers in FYPD).
62: Dasan Hill, LHP, MIN
Interesting prep arm. Rail thin, but a hard biting slider from the left side. Twins have done well exploiting biomechanics and Hill fits the bill.
63: Tomoyuki Sugano, RHP, BAL
Old command arm with minimal stuff. Not exciting at all and likely replacement level in 15 teamers and shallower.
64: Hyeseong Kim, 2B, ?
Contact hitter with speed. Not super interesting due to lack of power.
65: Carson DeMartini, INF, PHI
Loud pro sample warrants our attention, but questionable track record with metal and wood must temper our expectations.
66: Payton Tolle, LHP, BOS
Power lefty who could be just scratching the surface. Cross fire delivery from the left side that creates an uncomfortable at bat. Arsenal is highlighted by a plus fastball. Value brand Crochet?
67: Ryan Forcucci, RHP, HOU
Would be 30-50 spots higher and a likely real life first rounder if he didn’t undergo TJ. Athletic on the mound. Uber sexy fastball with flat VAA. Solid slider but needs some refinement. Hard to draft Focucci due to the sheer number of pop up pitching prospects every year, but I’m very very interested in bookmarking him for 2026 once healthy.
68: Josh Hartle, LHP, CLE
Finesse lefty from the college ranks who finds himself in the Cleveland pipeline. One to monitor if there are velocity gains this spring.
69: Blake Burke, 1B, MIL
Big first baseman with a questionable hit tool. I have him pegged as a strong side platoon bat a la Luke Raley. Hope I’m wrong.
70: Dylan Dreiling, OF, TEX
College performer but kind of boring due to lack of a carrying tool. Didn’t perform well in the initial pro sample.
71: Aiden May, RHP, MIA
East west profile. Sweeper is one of the best single pitches from the college ranks. Minimal track record of starting portends durability concerns. Kind of a Will Warren/Clarke Schmidt profile if it clicks.
72: Maykel Coret, OF, TB
Huge tools and a body to dream on. Major hit tool risk but this late, why not?
73: Kevin Alvarez, OF, HOU
Rock solid hitter from the Cuban ranks, but lacks standout tools.
74: Owen Hall, RHP, DET
Loud present stuff but high effort and violent delivery. Screams peaked in high school, but there is upside to monitor.
75: Dakota Jordan, OF, SF
Big slugger with major hit tool concerns. It’s a no from me, dog.
76: Cris Rodriguez, OF, DET
Huge power from the international ranks, but that’s about it. Not really my flavor, but he makes the list due to sheer upside.
77: Ayden Johnson, SS, A’s
Bahamian basher who is a name to monitor. Tooled up but lacks polish.
78: Nate Dohm, RHP, NYM
Can the Mets do it again? Injury concerns mount, but there is good stuff here. Would be 20-30 spots higher sans injury.
79: Nick Mitchell, OF, TOR
Performed well in the pro sample and has plus contact ability.
80: Sean Keys, 3B, TOR
Small school corner infielder with standout advanced data.
Agreed. This is great stuff
Great work as always Mr Sauce.