Sportsvival continues to follow the best young talent throughout professional baseball, from newly signed teenagers beginning their careers to advanced prospects knocking on the door of the major leagues. With the minor-league season moving deeper into the summer, we now have a much better sample of 2026 performances to use when building our latest prospect rankings.
This list only includes players who have not appeared in a Major League Baseball game. Several players from Sportsvival’s May rankings have already graduated from consideration, opening the door for a new group of talented prospects to enter the Top 50.
These rankings are not based strictly on batting averages, home-run totals or earned-run averages. Sportsvival considered each player’s current performance, age, competition level, physical tools, defensive value, positional importance, proximity to the majors and ultimate ceiling.
1. Jesús Made, SS, Milwaukee Brewers
Made remains Sportsvival’s No. 1 prospect. The 19-year-old switch-hitter has produced a .796 OPS with seven home runs, 22 stolen bases and only a 15.5 percent strikeout rate through 64 Double-A games. His combination of youth, bat speed, discipline, strength and shortstop ability gives him one of the most complete profiles in baseball.
2. Seth Hernandez, RHP, Pittsburgh Pirates
Hernandez has been one of the most dominant pitchers in the minor leagues. Between Single-A and High-A, he has recorded a 2.04 ERA, 0.98 WHIP and an incredible 41.9 percent strikeout rate over 57⅓ innings. The command is still developing, but his fastball and collection of secondary pitches give him legitimate ace potential.
3. Franklin Arias, SS, Boston Red Sox
Few prospects have improved their stock more than Arias. Through 60 Double-A games, he owns a .963 OPS with 14 home runs while striking out in only 13.3 percent of his plate appearances. The combination of contact, emerging power and quality shortstop defense has pushed him into the discussion among baseball’s elite prospects.
4. Ryan Sloan, RHP, Seattle Mariners
Sloan’s 4.35 ERA does not completely show how well he has pitched at Double-A. He has struck out 29.2 percent of opposing hitters while walking only 5.6 percent, producing an excellent 23.6 percent strikeout-minus-walk rate. His upper-90s fastball, slider, splitter and developing command give him frontline-starter upside.
5. Leo De Vries, SS, Athletics
De Vries remains one of the highest-upside position players in the minors. He is already competing at Double-A as a 19-year-old and continues to show switch-hitting ability, advanced pitch recognition and growing power. His ceiling remains that of an impact shortstop capable of contributing in every area.
6. Kade Anderson, LHP, Seattle Mariners
Anderson’s combination of polish, command and swing-and-miss stuff has allowed him to advance quickly. The left-hander has handled Double-A competition and looks increasingly likely to develop into a top-of-the-rotation starter. His floor is also higher than that of most young pitching prospects.
7. Josue De Paula, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers
De Paula has made one of the largest jumps on Sportsvival’s board. His left-handed swing, approach and ability to drive the baseball have all improved against Double-A pitching. He is beginning to turn his enormous raw potential into consistent game production.
8. Ethan Salas, C, San Diego Padres
Salas has bounced back after an injury-filled 2025 season. Through 55 Double-A games, he has posted a .777 OPS with seven home runs and 13 stolen bases while striking out only 15 percent of the time. His advanced defense behind the plate remains a major part of his value.
9. George Lombard Jr., SS, New York Yankees
Lombard has reached Triple-A after opening the season in Double-A. He has recorded an .833 OPS with eight home runs, 12 stolen bases and a 16.4 percent walk rate. His combination of patience, power projection, athleticism and defensive versatility gives him everyday-player upside.
10. Caleb Bonemer, SS/3B, Chicago White Sox
Bonemer has emerged as one of the breakout prospects of 2026. His power has taken a major step forward at High-A, and he has continued to show the athletic ability to remain on the left side of the infield. He now looks like a potential middle-of-the-order run producer.
11. Max Clark, OF, Detroit Tigers
Clark has produced a .730 OPS with six home runs and 16 stolen bases through 68 Triple-A games. The power has not fully arrived, but he continues to control the strike zone and make consistent contact. His speed, center-field defense and on-base ability still give him a very high floor.
12. Rainiel Rodriguez, C, St. Louis Cardinals
Rodriguez has continued to hit while facing older competition at Double-A. He combines offensive upside with the defensive demands of catching, making him one of the most valuable young players in the minors. His power and advanced approach continue to stand out.
13. Eli Willits, SS, Washington Nationals
Willits has handled an aggressive assignment to High-A at only 18 years old. He brings switch-hitting ability, speed, defensive instincts and an advanced understanding of the strike zone. More strength should eventually lead to additional power.
14. Alfredo Duno, C, Cincinnati Reds
Duno has been one of the most productive catchers in the minors, posting an .877 OPS with 15 home runs and a 15.5 percent walk rate through 62 High-A games. The strikeouts remain slightly elevated, but his power and patience make him a potential impact offensive catcher.
15. Walker Jenkins, OF, Minnesota Twins
Jenkins has reached Triple-A while continuing to display an advanced left-handed bat. Injuries have slowed portions of his development, but his combination of contact, strength and plate discipline remains impressive. He still projects as a potential middle-of-the-order outfielder.
16. Edward Florentino, OF, Pittsburgh Pirates
Florentino continues to establish himself as one of Pittsburgh’s best young position players. He has power, speed and a strong understanding of the strike zone despite being one of the younger players at High-A. His ceiling continues to rise as his physical tools become more polished.
17. Theo Gillen, OF, Tampa Bay Rays
Gillen has climbed rapidly because of his contact ability, athleticism and improved offensive production. He has transitioned successfully to the outfield and has shown the speed needed to handle center field. His performance at High-A has been one of the stronger stories in Tampa Bay’s system.
18. Mike Sirota, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers
Sirota has been one of the biggest statistical risers of the season. He has combined power, speed and quality center-field defense at Double-A. His ability to contribute in several different ways gives him a strong chance to become an everyday major-league outfielder.
19. Luis Peña, SS, Milwaukee Brewers
Peña remains another major piece of Milwaukee’s deep farm system. He has excellent bat speed, athleticism and the defensive ability to remain in the middle of the infield. His production at High-A has kept him firmly among baseball’s better teenage prospects.
20. Ralphy Velazquez, 1B/OF, Cleveland Guardians
Velazquez has reached Triple-A and continues to show the offensive ability that made him a first-round selection. His defensive value may be limited, but his left-handed power and advanced hitting approach could allow the bat to carry the profile.
21. Sebastian Walcott, SS/3B, Texas Rangers
Walcott has continued to reduce some of the swing-and-miss concerns that followed him earlier in his career. He is producing against Double-A pitching despite being only 20 years old. His size, arm strength and power give him one of the highest ceilings on the entire list.
22. Aidan Miller, SS/3B, Philadelphia Phillies
Miller is now playing at Triple-A and is getting closer to the majors. He combines strength, patience and the ability to drive pitches to all fields. He may eventually move from shortstop to third base, but his bat should profile at either position.
23. Josue Briceño, C/1B, Detroit Tigers
Briceño has returned to form after dealing with injuries. His left-handed power is among the best in Detroit’s system, and his improved contact has made him a more complete offensive player. Whether he remains behind the plate will play a major role in his ultimate value.
24. Eric Hartman, OF, Atlanta Braves
Hartman has been one of the season’s largest breakout performers. He has shown improved power without sacrificing his contact ability or speed. His performance at High-A has moved him from an interesting organizational player into the national prospect discussion.
25. Josiah Hartshorn, OF, Chicago Cubs
Hartshorn has made a dramatic rise after producing against older competition. He brings a combination of contact ability, speed, defense and developing power. His youth and well-rounded skill set give him a chance to continue climbing quickly.
26. Bryce Rainer, SS, Detroit Tigers
Rainer’s left-handed power and physical projection remain impressive. He has experienced some strikeout issues, but he is still young for High-A and has the arm strength to remain on the left side of the infield. His ceiling remains considerably higher than his current numbers.
27. Anthony Eyanson, RHP, Boston Red Sox
Eyanson continues to move quickly through Boston’s system. His fastball and breaking pitches have missed bats at Double-A, while his command has generally remained steady. He is developing into a possible mid-rotation starter with the ceiling for more.
28. Arjun Nimmala, SS, Toronto Blue Jays
Nimmala has responded well to the challenge of Double-A. He continues to show impressive power for a shortstop and has made progress with his approach. There is still swing-and-miss risk, but very few middle infielders can match his offensive ceiling.
29. Eduardo Quintero, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers
Quintero has been an excellent all-around performer at High-A. He can hit, run, defend and impact games on the bases. His developing power has made his profile even more interesting.
30. Juneiker Caceres, OF, Cleveland Guardians
Caceres has stood out as one of the best young hitters at Single-A. He has excellent bat speed, a strong approach and physical projection remaining. He could make another major jump once more of his raw power begins appearing in games.
31. JoJo Parker, SS, Toronto Blue Jays
Parker has quickly shown why Toronto invested heavily in him. He brings a smooth left-handed swing, athleticism and the tools needed to stay at shortstop. His early professional production has moved him ahead of several more experienced prospects.
32. Johnny King, LHP, Toronto Blue Jays
King has overpowered hitters with a difficult fastball and improving secondary pitches. The 19-year-old left-hander has handled his move to High-A and continues to show the traits of a potential frontline starter.
33. Dasan Hill, LHP, Minnesota Twins
Hill has emerged as another fast-rising young pitcher. His fastball, breaking ball and projectable frame give him considerable upside. Continued improvement with his control could push him much higher.
34. Wei-En Lin, LHP, Athletics
Lin has reached Triple-A at only 20 years old, an impressive accomplishment for any pitcher. He attacks hitters with multiple pitches and shows an advanced feel for changing speeds. His proximity and age-adjusted performance make him one of the more unusual prospects on the list.
35. Zyhir Hope, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers
Hope possesses huge raw power, speed and athleticism. His Double-A production has been inconsistent, but he remains young for the level and continues to produce excellent exit velocities. Refining his approach is the next major step.
36. Michael Arroyo, SS/2B, Seattle Mariners
Arroyo has recorded a .751 OPS with eight home runs and 10 stolen bases through 56 Double-A games. His 16.7 percent strikeout rate reflects his strong contact skills. He may ultimately move to second base, but the offensive foundation is strong.
37. Aiva Arquette, SS, Miami Marlins
Arquette has reached Double-A during his first full professional season. His size, power and athleticism give him a chance to become an impact infielder. Questions remain about whether he stays at shortstop, but his offensive ceiling is significant.
38. Carlos Lagrange, RHP, New York Yankees
Lagrange has reached Triple-A with one of the most powerful fastballs in the minors. His future role remains uncertain because of command and consistency, but the pure stuff can overwhelm hitters. He could become either a high-upside starter or a late-inning reliever.
39. Luis Lara, OF, Milwaukee Brewers
Lara’s speed and center-field defense have always stood out, but his offensive improvement has changed his projection. He is now performing at Triple-A and looks increasingly close to being major-league ready.
40. Jett Williams, INF/OF, Milwaukee Brewers
Williams has rebounded after injuries interrupted his development. His plate discipline, speed and defensive versatility remain valuable. The lack of size limits his power ceiling, but he can affect games in several ways.
41. Gage Wood, RHP, Philadelphia Phillies
Wood’s fastball and breaking ball have generated strong strikeout totals at Double-A. He attacks hitters and has shown enough command to remain in a starting role. His stock continues to trend upward.
42. Liam Doyle, LHP, St. Louis Cardinals
Doyle brings premium velocity from the left side and has continued missing bats at Double-A. His fastball can dominate at the top of the strike zone, while his secondary pitches continue to improve. Better efficiency will determine whether he reaches his ceiling.
43. Jhonny Level, SS, San Francisco Giants
Level has shown an exciting combination of power and athleticism at High-A. He remains a long-term developmental prospect, but his ability to play shortstop gives him considerable value if the bat continues progressing.
44. Ronny Cruz, SS/3B, Washington Nationals
Cruz has been one of Washington’s most improved young hitters. He combines strength, plate discipline and the ability to play multiple infield positions. His performance at High-A has moved him into Top 50 consideration.
45. Hagen Smith, LHP, Chicago White Sox
Smith has reached Triple-A behind a fastball-slider combination that can miss bats at a high rate. The command remains inconsistent, but his stuff gives him a chance to become a high-strikeout major-league starter.
46. Tyler Bremner, RHP, Los Angeles Angels
Bremner has shown a powerful fastball and excellent changeup at High-A. His professional workload is still limited, but he has the arsenal and control to move quickly through the Angels’ system.
47. Lazaro Montes, OF, Seattle Mariners
Montes remains one of the strongest power hitters in the minors. He has continued to produce home runs at Double-A, but his strikeout rate and defensive limitations create risk. His left-handed power still gives him substantial upside.
48. Charlie Condon, OF/1B, Colorado Rockies
Condon has made progress after a difficult beginning to his professional career and has advanced to Triple-A. His raw power remains his carrying tool. He must continue improving his contact rate and ability to handle quality breaking pitches.
49. Murf Gray, 3B, Pittsburgh Pirates
Gray has earned a spot on Sportsvival’s Top 50 with a strong offensive season at High-A. He combines power, a competitive approach and the arm strength needed for third base. His continued development gives Pittsburgh another promising position player behind its top-tier prospects.
50. Thomas White, LHP, Miami Marlins
White’s 2026 season has not gone as smoothly as expected, causing him to fall significantly from his previous ranking. The left-hander still possesses premium stuff and has reached Triple-A at a young age. His ceiling remains that of a quality major-league starter, but he must regain his command and consistency.
Sportsvival’s Final Thoughts
The biggest story in this update is the continued rise of Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Seth Hernandez. His combination of a 2.04 ERA, a sub-1.00 WHIP and an elite strikeout rate has moved him ahead of nearly every pitching prospect in baseball.
Franklin Arias has also forced his way into the top group. His power improvement has come without sacrificing the elite contact ability that has always been the foundation of his game. Arias, Jesús Made and Leo De Vries give the list three young shortstops with legitimate star potential.
Max Clark remains one of the most talented all-around outfield prospects in baseball. Although his power is still developing, his speed, defense, contact skills and ability to reach base give him a strong chance to become an important part of the Detroit Tigers’ future.
The Mariners remain one of the best-represented organizations in the rankings, led by Ryan Sloan and Kade Anderson. Michael Arroyo and Lazaro Montes also give Seattle two more prospects inside the Sportsvival Top 50.
Milwaukee, Toronto, Los Angeles and Pittsburgh are also well represented. The Brewers continue to build around a deep collection of talented infielders, while the Blue Jays have several young players quickly improving their prospect status. The Dodgers remain loaded with athletic position players, and the Pirates are led by Hernandez, Edward Florentino and Murf Gray.
These rankings will continue to change as players are promoted, struggle, recover from injuries or graduate to the major leagues. For now, Jesús Made remains Sportsvival’s top prospect, but Seth Hernandez and Franklin Arias have closed the gap considerably.
New to the Sportsvival Top 50
The following 17 prospects were not included in Sportsvival’s previous Top 50 but have earned spots on the updated list based on their development, current production and overall prospect stock:
Edward Florentino, OF, Pittsburgh Pirates
Mike Sirota, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers
Eric Hartman, OF, Atlanta Braves
Josiah Hartshorn, OF, Chicago Cubs
Anthony Eyanson, RHP, Boston Red Sox
Juneiker Caceres, OF, Cleveland Guardians
JoJo Parker, SS, Toronto Blue Jays
Johnny King, LHP, Toronto Blue Jays
Dasan Hill, LHP, Minnesota Twins
Wei-En Lin, LHP, Athletics
Zyhir Hope, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers
Michael Arroyo, SS/2B, Seattle Mariners
Aiva Arquette, SS, Miami Marlins
Luis Lara, OF, Milwaukee Brewers
Ronny Cruz, SS/3B, Washington Nationals
Hagen Smith, LHP, Chicago White Sox
Murf Gray, 3B, Pittsburgh Pirates
No Longer in the Sportsvival Top 50
The following 17 players appeared in Sportsvival’s previous rankings but are no longer included. Some were removed after reaching the major leagues, while others were passed by prospects who have performed better or improved their stock during the 2026 season:
Colt Emerson, SS, Seattle Mariners
Josuar Gonzalez, SS, San Francisco Giants
Carson Williams, SS, Tampa Bay Rays
Jarlin Susana, RHP, Washington Nationals
Noah Schultz, LHP, Chicago White Sox
Angel Genao, SS, Cleveland Guardians
Ethan Holliday, 3B, Colorado Rockies
Eduardo Tait, C, Minnesota Twins
A.J. Ewing, OF/2B, New York Mets
Travis Bazzana, 2B, Cleveland Guardians
Braden Montgomery, OF, Chicago White Sox
Luis Hernández, SS, San Francisco Giants
Emil Morales, SS, Los Angeles Dodgers
Cooper Pratt, SS, Milwaukee Brewers
Jonny Farmelo, OF, Seattle Mariners
Kruz Schoolcraft, LHP, San Diego Padres
Jaxon Wiggins, RHP, Chicago Cubs
Braden Montgomery is no longer eligible for this particular ranking because Sportsvival’s list only includes players who have not appeared in a Major League Baseball game. The remaining players are still quality prospects and could return in a future update, but they were edged out by players whose performance, development or overall stock has risen.