A few months back i did a top 40 prospects but things have changed, so i will unveil a top 109, As I dont have time to do write-ups on everyone i will only highlight 10 interesting prospects Bold=write up at end
- David Price, SP, Rays
- Matt Wieters, C, Orioles
- Jason Heyward. OF, Braves
- Travis Snider, OF, Blue Jays
- Cameron Maybin, OF, Marlins
- Madison Bumgarner, SP, Giants
- Neftali Feliz, SP, Rangers
- Mike Moustakas, 3B, Royals
- Colby Rasmus, OF, Cardinals
- Dexter Fowler, OF, Rockies
- Trevor Cahill, SP, A's
- Matt LaPorta, OF, Indians
- Chris Tillman, SP, Orioles
- Andrew McCutchen, OF, Pirates
- Rick Porcello, SP, Tigers
- Tommy Hanson, SP, Braves
- Brett Anderson, SP, A's
- Pedro Alvarez, 3B, Pirates
- Jhoulys Chacin, SP, Rockies
- Max Ramirez, C/1B, Rangers
- Jarrod Parker, SP, Diamondbacks
- Mike Stanton, OF, Marlins
- Tim Alderson, SP, Giants
- Josh Vitters, 3B, Cubs
- Brian Matusz, SP, Orioles
- Lars Anderson, 1B, Red Sox
- Buster Posey, C, Giants
- Derek Holland, SP, Rangers
- Mat Gamel, 3B, Brewers
- Tim Beckham, SP, Rays
- Carlos Santana, C, Indians
- Justin Smoak, 1B, Rangers
- Wade Davis, SP, Rays
- Angel Villalona, 1B, Giants
- Jeremy Hellickson, SP, Rays
- Eric Hosmer, 1B, Royals
- James McDonald, SP, Dodgers
- Elvis Andrus, SS, Rangers
- Jordan Schafer, OF, Braves
- Alcides Escobar, SS, Brewers
- Jesus Montero, C, Yankees
- Yonder Alonso, 1B, Reds
- Jordan Zimmerman, SP, Nationals
- Logan Morrison, 1B, Marlins
- Michael Main, SP, Rangers
- Micheal Saunders, OF, Mariners
- Fernando Martinez, OF, Mets
- Reid Brignac, SS, Rays
- Taylor Teagarden, C, Rangers
- Ben Revere, OF, Twins
- Matt Dominguez, 3B, Marlins
- Gordon Beckham, SS, White Sox
- Austin Jackson, OF, Yankees
- Aaron Hicks, OF, Twins
- Brett Wallace, 3B, Cardinals
- Michael Burgess, OF, Nationals
- Carlos Carrasco, SP, Phillies
- Phillipe Aumont, SP, Mariners
- Brett Cecil, SP, Blue Jays
- Freddie Freeman, 1B, Braves
- Chris Carter, 1B, A's
- Desmond Jennings, OF, Rays
- Jeremy Jeffress, SP, Brewers
- Jake Arrieta, SP, Orioles
- Nick Weglarz, OF, Indians
- Adrian Cardenas, INF, A's
- Michael Bowden, SP, Red Sox
- Jordan Walden, SP, Angels
- Greg Halman, OF, Mariners
- Tyler Flowers, C, Braves
- Carlos Triunful, SS, Mariners
- Wilmer Flores, SS, Mets
- Angel Salome, C, Brewers
- Christopher Marrero, OF, Nationals
- Jason Donald, SS, Phillies
- Jose Ceda, RP, Marlins
- Jeff Samardzija, RP, Cubs
- Chris Coghlan, 2B, Marlins
- Julio Borbon, OF, Rangers
- Daniel Cortes, SP, Royals
- Gio Gonzalez, SP, A's
- JP Arenicbia, C, Blue Jays
- Brett Lawrie, C, Brewers
- Kyle Blanks, 1B, Padres
- Aaron Poreda, RP, White Sox
- Gorkys Hernandez, OF, Braves
- Ivan Dejesus, SS, Dodgers
- Jose Tabata, OF, Pirates
- James Simmons, SP, A's
- Chris Perez, RP, Cardinals
- Aaron Cunningham, OF, A's
- Martin Perez, SP, Rangers
- Jon Niese, SP, Mets
- Daryl Jones, OF, Cardinals
- Todd Frazier, OF, Reds
- Jacob McGee, SP, Rays
- Beau Mills, 3B, Indians
- Jeff Niemann, SP, Rays
- Scott Elbert, SP, Dodgers
- Dellin Betances, SP, Yankees
- Kila Ka'aihue, 1B, Royals
- Ryan Perry, SP/RP, Tigers
- Chris Valiaka, SS, Reds
- Brad Holt, SP, Mets
- Josh Reddick, OF, Red Sox
- Brandon Erbe, SP, Orioles
- Taylor Green, 3B, Brewers
- Michael Inoa, SP, A's
- Ross Detwieler, SP, Nationals
3. Jason Heyward, OF, Braves
Heyward 2007's 14th pick is turning out to be a major steal. The prime gem in the Braves system has 5 tool potential with a good sense of the strike zone. At 6'4, he has plenty of power potential and it will grow as he advance's up the system. Just turning 19 he amzingly has a shot at hitting the majors this upcoming season as a possible September call-up. His defense is also above average, as he has a strong throwing arm and great range for a corner outfield spot.
13. Chris Tillman, SP, Orioles
Just acquired this year in the Erik Bedard trade, Tillman is more than worthy of his number 13 spot on my list. His best pitch is by far his 12-6 curve. What impresses people most about Tillman was his ability to dominate as the youngest player in Double A at age 20. With Improving control and a strong baseball knowledge he should be in the majors soon, and could be an above average 2 starter or maybe an ace with his great stuff.
20. Max Ramirez, C, Rangers
First off i dont care if Ramirez cant play defense...he can flat out hit! as evidenced by his statistics this year in the minors. Although he strikesout a lot, almost every power hitter does so it's not a big concern. If Max could improve his defense at catcher he could possibly even rank higher than this. Unfortunatly his opportunity to play might not come with the rangers because they are stacked at 1B, C and DH.
31. Carlos Santana, C, Indians
Traded to the Indians in the Casey Blake trade, the Indians have found them a very solid future catcher. Santana taking a huge step forward in every statistical category has a bright future. His sudden breakthrough is worrisome to some, but certainly not me. Overall his 2008 minor league season was one of the best and he still is still just 22, he is very advanced for a catcher at this age. He has good plate discipline and it will allow him to challenge pitchers as he moves up through the minors.
45. Micheal Main, SP, Rangers
Often unheralded because of Derek Holland and Neftali Feliz, Main could end up being better than both with some scouts already calling him the next Mike Mussina. Main is still quite raw, but has an excellent repertoire of pitches headed by his fastball and is loaded with talent. He throws very hard and as he gains a better feel for the game he could throw upper 90's fastballs with consistency. If his secondary pitches develop a little more dont be suprised if he becomes a future star.
56. Michael Burgess, OF, Nationals
There are few players in the minors with as much talent as this young man, and i am a fan. The main issue with Burgess is his strikeouts but as he ages it should become less of a problem. Only 20 he is quite a ways away, But lets focus on right now. Right now basically Burgess is gifted with power, but lacks plate discipline and is still very raw. If he cuts down on his strikeout and turns a few of them into hits, his power will easily carry him to the majors.
62. Desmond Jennings, OF, Rays
Jennings was placed on the map with his terrific 2007 minor league campaign showing potential as a strong future lead off hitter. Than Jennings got hurt getting only 85 at bats in the 2008 season. Right now no one knows what Jennings future could be, he could be a star or could never reach the majors. What we do know is Jennings is a speed demon, if he can retain it and return to form he most certainly will be special. This ranking should be justified as High Risk, High Reward.
76. Jose Ceda, RP, Marlins
The cubs most certainly lost something special in this imo future star closer in the Kevin Gregg swap. Ceda's biggest problem is his control but it can be contained in a reliever role. He is very intimidating with his large frame and can dial his fastball up to 100. He has 2 plus pitches in his fastball and slider. It is worth noting that his ERA is signifacantly lower as reliever which the Marlins should use him as.
85. Aaron Poreda, SP, White Sox
Basically Poreda has one pitch, his Fastball. Which he dials up to the mid 90's. As a lefty with that velocity he most certainly will make it to the bigs. As he advances his biggest need is to develop better secondary pitches if he doesnt develop them he will be eaten alive in the bigs.
106. Brandon Erbe, SP, Orioles
After a terrible 07 season Erbe somewhat redeemed himself as a solid prospect. Right now Erbe is way to inconsitent but has great stuff evidenced by getting about 1 strikeout per inning. I think he could flourish in an inning's eater role in a pitchers park because he gives up to many homers.
