De La Cruz has a chance to be one of the most powerful switch-hitters weve seen. B-T: R-R. Born: Jan. 30, 1993 (27) The 2020 season got off to a late start due to the . A comfortably above-average arm and more than enough athleticism to be passable in a corner outfield spot, there is plenty of reason to believe that Caissie can develop into at least an average defender and he made solid strides defensively this season. He's made 11 All-Star Games and has won the Japan Series twice. As you may expect with a tall, lanky hitter, theres some swing and miss concerns with Alcantara, but his athleticism helps him control his large frame through his swing. Left-handed pitching has given Casas some trouble in the upper-levels and is something to monitor, however his polish at the plate and unteachable raw power lend to the belief that he can develop into at least an average hitter left on left. Not only is Wood striking out at a low clip through the early stages of his pro career, but his in-zone whiff rates are impressively low. The 2022 Minor League season has wrapped up and with that a full season of prospect performances to evaluate. Alvarezs arm is easily plus and he has honed in on his accuracy this year, throwing out 28% of base stealers in the upper levels (a figure that has progressively gotten better as the year has gone on). His consistent splits left-on-left further solidify just how safe his bat is. Hall saw his 2021 season cut short due to a stress reaction in his elbow, but has returned looking as good as ever this season. Long viewed as a candidate to move to third due to his size, Henderson still moves extremely well and has looked the part of an everyday shortstop. As Caissie continues to iron out the inconsistencies with his lower half, there is foul pole-to-foul pole power potential for the Ontario, Canada native as he has the ability to generates a ton of leverage and natural carry. Since 2018, the 22-year-old has pitched to a 2.41 ERA across every minor league level while striking out 406 in 283 1/3 innings. There wasnt much hesitation from the speedy Carter in regards to attempted steals this season. Getting his lower half more incorporated has helped Naylor hit the ball with authority more consistently, seeing his 90th percentile exit velocity jump by three mph. The downward action makes it a weapon to both lefties and righties. Netos athleticism is evident at shortstop where he has solid range with a knack for the highlight reel play. Walker will have the tendency pull off of well-located breaking stuff, but he rarely misses mistakes allowing him to remain productive against curves and sliders in the minors. The question is whether he can achieve similar success in the major leagues. Frelick sprays the ball all over the field, and is even a tough out with two strikes, somehow hitting .278 in two strike counts. Featuring multiple Japanese players, the 2022 Topps Baseball Japan Edition checklist works with a 220-card base set. Theres no questions in regards to his power. What followed was a tour de force that resulted in the best year of his career. From 2018 to 2019, Hotaka Yamakawa blasted 90 bombs and slugged .565 as one of the biggest power threats in Japan. The hit tool and raw power were never a question for Jung, but he struggled to tap into his plus raw pop in his first professional season. After leaving the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters to sign with the Los Angeles Angels in 2018 and earning American League Rookie of the Year in his first season, Ohtani was hampered by injuries in years two and three. A huge power pitcher with some of the best stuff in the country when he was at East Carolina, Williams worked mostly as a reliever due to command issues through his first three seasons. While the barrel tip can potentially disrupt timing, Mayer gets slotted early which helps hedge that issue. His speed translates more into closing speed in the outfield than quick burst base stealing, but Alcantara can still get to his top speed quick enough to steal 10-15 bags annually and provides overall value on the bases. With your current subscription plan you can comment on stories. His long strides help him close in on the baseball in the outfield, which has helped Wood actually look pretty good in the early going in center field. 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Height/Weight: 511, 220|Bat/Throw: R/R|IFA: $200K, 2016 (STL)|ETA: 2022. He should be an above average defender. A two-way player at East Carolina, the Cardinals drafted Burleson as an outfielder andas he explained to Just Baseballback in June, exclusively focusing on hitting has allowed him to take his offensive game to the next level while tapping into more power. After showing flashes of his ability at the complex last year, Wood made some small tweaks to get his lower half more involved and has started to tap into his elite raw power. The fact that Jung was able to return this season in any capacity from his shoulder surgery is extremely encouraging, but to hit the ground running and earn an MLB call up is about as about as great as things could have gone this year. Much like his father, Jones already looks like he could patrol center field with the best of them. Prospects with 70 grade raw power to dream on and potential to stick in center field dont come around every day. Height/Weight: 62, 215|Bat/Throw: L/L|2nd Round (70), 2020 (STL)|ETA: 2022. Steer was a consistent, reliable bat through his collegiate career thanks to a his natural feel to hit. He struck out six times in 24 at-bats but also worked six bases on balls. Another good athlete, but not a burner, Norby brings above average speed to the table and excellent footwork/actions at second base. Now at the Triple-A level, things have clicked for Wiemer as his chase and whiff rates have dwindled as the season has progressed. To learn more see our FAQ, How eco-friendly is that product? Arguably the most advanced prep prospect in his class, Holliday has a chance to climb the minors relatively quickly thanks to his polish and approach to the game. The bat is the leads the way for Parada and he has a chance to be an impact middle of the order hitter with his combination of plus power and an above average hit tool. Elsewhere among the imports, there are pitchers who are looking to rebound. Sengas ghost forkball remains a premier pitch and pairing it with his fastball makes it even nastier for opposing batters. Playing home games at Jingu Stadium helps, but a lot of his homers would go out of any park. Across 119 games, Yoshida batted .335/.447/.561, surpassing the 1.000 OPS mark for the first time in his career. The speed has always been there for Turang, but he has looked as comfortable on the base paths as ever. Though the higher ground ball rate is something to monitor with Campusano, his improved contact rates against all pitch types, chase rates and overall swing decisions provide reason for optimism. Some of the easier power youll see in the minors, Baty requires little movement to get into his plus raw power. He plays his home games at Nagoya Dome, which trends toward pitchers and his ERA at home has been under 2.00 each of the past two years while being over 3.00 on the road. A really physical 6-foot-2, 205 pound right-hander, Espino uses his body really well and has clean mechanics. Three potentially plus pitches with solid command and impressive size/athleticism on the mound paints the picture of a potential front line starter. The defense will be something to follow for Amador, not because he isnt capable at shortstop, but rather the presence of Ezequiel Tovar and Amadors elite defensive potential at second base could result in a move to the other side of the diamond at the upper levels. Not only does the changeup give Painter a rare fourth speed, but it also gives him a fourth movement direction which is a tunneling nightmare for hitters. A high floor relative to the other prep bats recently drafted, Montgomery still offers immense upside. Drafted as a shortstop, Steer is capable of holding down the position if needed, but he projects more as a second or third baseman. As Espino improved on his command, his strikeout rates continued to rise through the 2021 season and into 2022. Browns fastball is a true four seamer with ride, generating whiffs at the top of the zone and he has also developed much better east/west command of the pitch as well. Still with plenty of room for added strength and power in the tank and a mature approach, Caissie will need to find more consistency with his lower half and body control in general to consistently tap into his big time juice. A wunderkind who towers at 6-foot-8, Perez has floored scouts and opponents alike with his ability to command the strike zone and repeat his mechanics on top of his nasty stuff. Alvarez has put his big time power on display this season, crushing home runs as far as 452 feet and as hard as 113 mph off of the bat. The most intriguing of the eight Japanese imports are Ohtani and Suzuki, who left the Hiroshima Toyo Carp to sign a five-year, $85 million contract with the Chicago Cubs in March. adjustments Baty has made to tap into more power. It seemed like 2022 was finally the season where Lewis was starting to put it all together. If he can further refine his plate discipline and continue to tap into his above average raw power, Peraza could be a 20/20 threat with an impact glove at short. Ohtani, who will turn 28 in July, is not eligible for free agency until after the 2023 season. Casas massive build limits him to first base, where he moves well and already excels at picking and has solid footwork around the bag. An average pitch coming into the season, Tiedemanns improvement with the slider has it looking closer to above average while flashing plus. Even in his banged up 2022, Matos stole 11 bases on 14 tries. Hes racked up 256 strikeouts in 188.2 innings across four seasons with SoftBank. #npbeng pic.twitter.com/JzLy9vTXEf. While Matos will need to adjust his approach in order to have success at the upper levels, his impressive season was buoyed by fantastic bat-to-ball skills. An average runner, Vargas has averaged around 10-12 stolen bases per season, but surprisingly swiped 17 bags on 22 tries year. The ball explodes out of his hand and low release point creates some deception and added life to hitters who consistently have issues timing him up. In addition, the dual-threat Ohtani is the only name found in the 15-card MVP (1:4 packs) insert, which adds limited autographs and commemorative relic (1:191 packs) versions. Wood is an above-average runner with an above=average arm. The son of legendary center fielder Andruw Jones, Druw has a skillset reminiscent of his fathers, which helped him go No. Height/Weight: 63, 210|Bat/Throw: L/R|2nd Round (42), 2019 (BAL)|ETA: 2023. If the 20-year-old can tone down his aggressiveness a bit, he will can develop into an above average hitter who can easily hit 30 or more homers. Overall, there is 30 homer power here with good on-base skills and an ability to hit lefties. Here lies a big part of the problem for Aranda. A plus runner with great instincts, PCA makes an impact both on the base paths and in the field with his legs. Theres a chance Amador could move to second base, where his defense could be elite, but for now Amador looks to have a solid chance to stick at the position, especially if he improves his arm strength. A doubles machine due to his all-fields approach and swing that is geared for hard line drives, Mead has racked up 75 doubles along with 28 homers since the start of last season (180 games). As we continue to see with this new generation of catchers, athleticism can really help set prospects apart behind the dish; especially high school catchers. Despite his long levers, Davis typically does a good job of staying short to the ball. Bowman Baseball 2022: Top 5 Prospects To Target, Orioles No. Theres foul pole to foul pole home run pop with a knack for getting on base and palatable whiff rates. A big X-Factor for Matos will be his approach, which could be the difference between him being a decent regular and a fringe-All-Star. Volpe has the goods to blend a plus hit tool with plus game power. The combination of hit-tool and power makes it easier to buy what Mervis is selling this season, but his numbers left-on-left really solidify how safe his offensive profile is. Ford scrapped the leg kick in favor of a toe tap which has helped him catch up to higher velocity and has not come at the expense of power. Stats. Minimizing defensive concern at third while driving the ball in the air with more consistency and authority at the upper levels has Baty looking like one of baseballs safer prospects while still maintaining All Star upside. The swing takes extreme body control and athleticism that Peraza has a ton of. Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from JapanBall. #npbeng #HotakaYamakawa pic.twitter.com/R2hNyk6bd1. Though command has remained a struggle for Hall, he has continued to punch out hitters at one of the highest marks in the minors (36.6%). Impressive range, smooth actions, an above average arm and impressive instincts have Turang looking like a plus defender at the highest level. @AramLeighton8, Aram Leighton is the Co-Founder and Executive Editor for Just Baseball. Elly De La Cruz is electric. Hassells an extremely athletic hitter who can spray the ball foul line to foul line with a good approach. C Keibert Ruiz | Nationals | 23 | MLB | 2020 36. Harrisons plus fastball is his best pitch. While just an average runner, Merrill moves his feet well at shortstop and has the goods to potentially stick there. PARALLEL CARDS: Cherry Blossoms #/99 (1:13), Jade Green #/75 (1:18), Purple #/50 (1:26), Gold #/25 (1:52), Red #/5 (1:257), Platinum 1/1 (1:1,276). His footwork can get a bit sloppy, as can his actions, which has led some evaluators to speculate a potential move to third base. A 6-foot-8 19-year-old who has a good feel for four pitches sounds like a player you would create in MLB the Show. I love the fans. Like many young hitters, Johnson tends to try to get into his pull side power a bit too much, causing him to be out and around the baseball. He is an athletic hitter who should consistently post above average contact rates and does not expand the zone too much. A total of 64 Japanese-born players have played in at least one Major League Baseball (MLB) game. As Chourio improves with his patience and approach, he should develop into an above average hitter with plus raw power. He's got that dawg in him and will likely be the youngest infielder in AA early in 2022. Yorke is much more than just a yip-yip hitter. Like many young, hard-throwing pitchers, Perez can at times be a bit too firm with the offering, but when hes feeling it, it can be a true swing-and-miss pitch to lefties and righties with plenty of late arm side fade. Johnson is a really fun hitter to watch. Even with the added power, Turang has still maintained his impressive contact rates while commanding the strike zone. Cavalli rounds out his arsenal with a mid-to-upper 80s change-up that features late arm-side run and sink and flashes plus when located down and to his arm-side. His lack of base, caused him to struggle with off speed stuff, but Williams crushed fastballs to an OPS over 1.000. However, he had a FIP of 5.00 and a high WHIP of 1.45. Already producing a bit more thump than expected, Mayer has a chance to develop into plus power as well. 3B Juan Yepez | Cardinals | 24 | AAA | 2022 As one of the youngest players at each stop, the 19-year-old has often looked like the most polished both with his ability to pitch and demeanor on the mound. Luciano previously struggled with the consistency of his pre-swing moves, but even in somewhat limited at bats this season, looked much smoother with his load and swing. Since making the jump to Triple-A, Frelick has posted some of the best contact rates in all of the Minor Leagues with a zone contact rate of 94% while still walking at a 12% clip. He led the league in ERA last season, accumulating a 1.95 figure over 149 innings. His strength and long arms allow him to generate plus bat speed whip with plus-plus raw power. Meyer commands the pitch exceptionally well to his glove side, sweeping it away from right-handed hitters and burying the offering down and in on the back leg of lefties thanks to its gyro break. Though he may not have ace upside, Pfaadt is as much of a virtual lock to stick as a starter and continues to get better each time I watch him pitch. Davis has elite offensive upside with the ability to play all three outfield spots at a high level. It is hard to bet against strong contact rates, above-average power and good pitch recognition. Bibees fastball velocity has jumped more than 3 mph this season, helping the rest of his arsenal play up as well. At this point, Matos bat-to-ball skills are almost a double-edged sword; on one hand, he is able to spoil tough pitches in two-strike counts, playing a big part in his minuscule 12% K-rate, but on the flip side, Matos will produce weak contact swinging at a ball off the plate early in the count that most other hitters would whiff and recalibrate. Valeras calling card is his sweet left-handed swing geared for lift and power. It's easy to get caught up in what Yamakawa doesn't provide. He was the teams main power threat with Wladimir Balentien having moved on. Fantasy Baseball: Top 100 prospect rankings for 2023, featuring Gunnar Henderson, Jordan Walker, Anthony Volpe . Now, were seeing Vientos mishit baseballs that are getting out to the opposite field. The Astros helped clean up Browns mechanics and polish his arsenal, helping him turn in one of the best seasons in the upper minors this year while earning a September call-up. After not being seen in a game setting since 2019 due to injuries and 2020s MiLB season cancellation, Lewis looked healthy and much improved at the plate in 2022 before unfortunately re-tearing his ACL. If you're not sure how to activate it, please refer to this site. He will likely begin 2023 in Double-A with a chance to debut in 2024. For another, his build is the most prototypical of the pitchers included in this piece, at 6-foot-2 and 211 pounds. Yamamotos stellar 2021 has made some fans numb to his sheer dominance. That said, Arroyo has hit a maximum exit velocity of 106 mph from both the left and right side. Collier has an elite feel to hit with pitch recognition skills that you just dont see often from players of his age and experience. Hes so athletic and cerebral that he will find a way to develop into at least an average defensive catcher .Unsurprisingly, he moves well and gets to difficult pitches to block. Herrera blocks well and should continue to develop into at least an average defensive catcher with a chance for some more depending on his receiving. The D-backs could very well have their face of the franchise in Corbin Carroll. As he has become more comfortable with his reads and routes, Pages has started to cover more ground with ease. The uptick in power has added a bit more up upside to Turangs profile and his well-rounded game is reminiscent of the Cubs Nico Hoerner. Because of his difficult to pick up release point, hitters struggle to differentiate Gassers fastball from his changeup until it is too late, helping it play up. Yet another big time catching prospect out of Georgia Tech, Paradas bat rivals just about any prospect that has come out of there, but the glove is way behind. 55 and a dorm room that had been used by both Matsui and Hayato Sakamoto in the past. As I speak to Minor Leaguers of who has stood out to them over the last couple seasons, Arandas name comes up as much as anyones. The Cardinals have not stretched Hence out much, averaging less than four innings per start, but he is set to get more work in the Arizona Fall League. Imamiya was the only qualified NPB shortstop to hit above league-average this year (131 wRC+) and provided a steady presence in the lineup for the Hawks amid injuries to key players, with 30 doubles and 7 home runs. The Hawks are among the NPB teams that dont use the posting system, so unless theres a change of heart from the club he will have to wait until after the 2022 season to leave for MLB. All Rights Reserved. The former Yokohama DeNA Baystars standout averaged just .197 in 2020 and .167 in 2021 before being designated for assignment and picked up by the Los Angeles Dodgers. A plus hitter who has progressively tapped into more power, Aranda fits the mold of many other Rays prospects with an extremely safe offensive profile. In its second year, 2022 Topps Baseball Japan Edition offers another take on the MLB flagship set. An above-average runner, Cowser covers plenty of ground in center field with long strides and solid closing speed. Additionally, the 24-year-old threw the first no-hitter of his career on June 18 against the Seibu Lions and went undefeated in the second half of the season. The move is simple and the 20-year-old repeats it with ease, which helps him be on time frequently. A prized international free agent after a track record of hitting (and pitching) in Cuba and in Japans Minor League system, Colas scrapped the pitching to focus on hitting and turned in a monster first season in the White Sox org. As the stuff has jumped, Bibees command has remained fantastic, walking just 5% of hitters this season. The question seemed to be, how much upside does he have?. This one is another no-brainer. Lees swing is almost identical from both sides of the plate, utilizing a simple set up and quiet load while relying on his impressive bat speed and added strength to produce impact. January 17, 2023 . Collier has always been ahead of his years as a baseball player. Sponsored contents planned and edited by JT Media Enterprise Division. It looks like you're using an ad blocker. Waldichuk was dealt to the As as part of the Frankie Montas return at the 2022 Trade Deadline. Winn found more overall consistency with his swing in 2022, seeing his zone contact rate jump by 6% while his 90th percentile exit velocity jumped by nearly three mph. The slider Meyers fastball, as his inward twist with his leg lift helps him hide the ball a bit longer before uncorking his quick arm from a similar release point across the two offerings. https://ftw.usatoday.com/lists/japan-pitching-phenom-roki-sasaki-video-perfect-game-mlb-prospect-reaction-baseball, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Arihara, 29, spent much of last season on the injured list following shoulder surgery, made three ineffective appearances in September, and was designated for assignment on September 21. He also set a world record by homering in five consecutive plate appearances between July 31 and August 2. Height/Weight: 64, 210 | Bat/Throw: R/R | 5th Round (149), 2019 (ARI) | ETA: 2023. The long levers Alcantara possesses helps him generate a ridiculous amount of whip and bat speed, launching homers as far as 452 feet this season while flashing exit velocities as high as 112 mph. His plus wheels and athleticism allow him to move around the field with ease and his plus arm strength only strengthens his defensive profile. Suzuki has had an average over .300 and at least 20 home runs every year since 2016 and had double-digit stolen bases in three of those seasons. During his time with Hiroshima, the 27-year-old outfielder was a five-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner. Height/Weight: 510, 175|Bat/Throw: L/R|IFA: Rays (2016)|ETA: 2022. It all sounds like a lot, but Parada times up his moves really well and consistently gets himself in a good position to hit. Chicago White Sox Top Prospects for Fantasy Baseball . Already reaching exit velocities of 110 MPH while smacking 51 extra-base hits in his first season, Williams has plenty more pop in the tank. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. Rodriguez has a phenomenal feel for his change, throwing it for strikes to both lefties and righties in any count. Baty has a plus arm and is confident making difficult throws. Carroll has true five-tool upside with elite makeup and instincts. Height/Weight: 64, 220|Bat/Throw: R/L|3rd Round (85)- 2021|ETA: 2023. While I understand why scouts see that kind of upside with Johnson, I do think theres more susceptibility to whiff than some are accounting for with Johnson. The third pitch for Jobe is a changeup that has flashed above average in the mid 80s. He didnt live up to the hype with the Giants and never played in more than 62 games for the team before being traded to the Hokkaido Nippon Ham Fighters after the 2015 season. The Buffaloes are preparing to post their superstar to MLB, but Yoshida gave his franchise one last gift, helping lead the team to their first Japan Series title since 1996. Neto starts the slow, large leg kick early and repeats it well. Much like the rest of his arsenal, Pfaadt has a great feel for the pitch, especially to his arm side. Tiedemann maintains his arm speed really well with his plus changeup, making it really difficult to differentiate out of his hand. Vientos always had raw pop, but some small tweaks at the plate have allowed him to really tap into his plus raw power. Since the start of the 2021 season, Espino has recorded a 16 percent swinging strike rate on his fastball, one of the best clips in professional baseball. Theres no way around the fact that 2022 was a disappointing year for Leiter, but he earns exceptional marks for his makeup/work ethic and has has a pretty good built-in pitching coach in his father, Al. Lee will likely climb quickly, with a good chance to hit for a high average and get on base at a high clip while hitting for at least average power. Acquired from the Yankees in the Anthony Rizzo deal, Alcantara has a chance to be a terrorizing middle-of-the order bat with sneaky complementary tools. 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