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Carlos and Peter break down nine players they are excited about for the upcoming draft who rank beyond the top 100 range on the current draft board. Peter highlights five college arms he’s excited about, while Carlos sticks to the high school ranks and picks out a pair of shortstops, one athletic righthander and a legitimate two-way player.—Time Stamps(0:00) Intro(4:30) Cade Crossland(6:30) Logan Dawson(10:20) Joe Ariola(15:00) CJ Gray(19:45) Griffin Stieg(25:00) CJ Hughes(29:40) Ben Jacobs(34:35) Brock Ketelsen (39:15) Cole LeamanSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Baseball America Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper is joined by Prospect Maven Geoff Pontes to discuss the Blue Jays Top Prospects, led by lefthander Ricky Tiedemann. They talk about why this system may be a little better than you think, but also what's gone wrong over the past five years.(00:00) Everything about Ricky Tiedemann(12:30) Why Arjun Nimmala is on the cusp of the Top 100(22:00) Other Top 10 Prospects to know(32:00) What's gone wrong over the past five years(41:00) A sleeper prospect to watchSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

JJ Cooper and Carlos Collazo are talking all about Rays prospects in the latest MLB Prospects Deep Dive. They discuss how hard it is to line up the Rays Top 10 (and beyond), why Carson Williams is the clear No. 1 prospect and the team's fascinating mix of high-ceiling talent and close-to-the-majors prospects.(00:00) Why was this Top 10 so hard to rank?(03:00) Sorting out high ceiling vs. safe bets(08:00) Why Braden Taylor ranks so high(14:30) Comparing Tre' Morgan vs. Xavier Isaac(22:00) Carson Williams, No. 1 prospect(34:00) Why the Rays rank in the top tier of farm systems year after year(40:00) Why Chandler Simpson is such a fascinating playerSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It was a very weird 2024 and it's sure to be an equally weird 2025 for the Athletics. On one hand, 2024 was a nightmare for A's fans, as the team played its final game in Oakland before heading to its temporary home in Sacramento for 2025. But 2024 did see the emergence of Brent Rooker, Lawrence Butler and a lineup that has made this a more respectable team. Mark Chiarelli and JJ Cooper discuss where the A's are now, and where they are going.(00:00) Are the Athletics nearing respectability on the field?(06:00) Is time already running short for Tyler Soderstrom?(10:00) How the rotation shapes up(12:00) Why the trades didn't work out(14:00) A team willing to take risks(17:00) Why Nick Kurtz was the clear No. 1 prospect(24:00) Jacob Wilson has some great skills, and one worrisome trait(29:00) Strength of the system(30:00) Weakness of the system(32:00) Two more lesser-known prospects to rememberSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https:/

Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are talking all about the Rockies farm system and the team's chances for 2025, 2026 and beyond. After acknowledging how difficult the task of winning in the NL West is, Geoff and JJ take a look at what the Rockies do well as well as what they need to do better. They take in-depth looks at the team's top two prospects: Chase Dollander and Charlie Condon before also discussing some of the team's other prospects.(00:00) Are the Rockies stuck in the basement?(03:00) The nightmare that is the NL West(05:30) What do the Rockies do well?(09:30) Too many half measures?(13:00) When is a realistic hope for the next surge?(16:30) The Rockies’ best-ever pitching prospect?(18:30) Is Chase Dollander going to be able to survive Coors Field?(24:00) Charlie Condon’s worrisome pro debut(29:00) Where does Condon fit defensively?(31:00) Some things to like about the farm system(36:00) A sleeper name to knowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising

Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about the Chicago Cubs prospects. They look at what the Cubs have produced lately, who could be ready to help soon and some of the strengths and weaknesses of the system.(00:00) Is the rebuild that wasn't called a rebuild nearing an end?(04:00) Where does this farm system now rate compared to other teams?(08:00) Do they need another pitcher?(11:00) Is Cade Horton ready to help?(17:30) How does Matt Shaw fit?(23:00) James Triantos talk(24:00) Owen Caissie made improvements(26:00) Can Kevin Alcantara find a spot?(30:00) Why we like Moises Ballesteros(36:00) A lower-level name to knowSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Carlos and Peter go back and forth drafting the best high school tools among players in the 2025 class to create the best imaginary prospects possible. For hitters they have to pick the following: hit tool, raw power tool, running tool, fielding tool and arm tool. And for pitchers they have to assemble the following: fastball, slider, curveball, changeup and control/command. Which players do you like best? Let us know. —Time Stamps(0:00) Introducing the game(3:40) Peter’s fielding(5:33) Carlos’s hit(7:36) Peter’s changeup(9:30) Carlos’s control(11:40) Peter’s fastball(13:15) Carlos’s fielding(17:00) Peter’s slider(18:10) Carlos’s raw power(20:00) Peter’s hit (21:00) Carlos’s changeup(24:00) Peter’s run(25:30) Carlos’s arm(28:00) Peter’s arm(29:00) Carlos’s curveball(31:30) Peter’s raw power(33:30) Carlos’s slider(34:30) Peter’s control(36:00) Carlos’s run(37:45) Peter’s curveball(39:40) Carlos’s fastball(42:30) OverviewSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inqui

Our first Top 100 Prospect video could only get through the Top 10 Prospects in 45 minutes. So we're back for Part II, and now, we're focused on everything other than the Top 10. Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper all pick multiple prospects they expect to break out in 2025, as well as looking at some prospects who got mixed reviews when we received feedback from industry sources. And they end with a look at some non-Top 100 Prospects who could rise into the rankings.BA subscribers can see the full list here: https://www.baseballamerica.com/rankings/2025-top-100-prospects/(00:00) Carlos Collazo's pick to pop is a Rangers shortstop(04:00) Geoff Pontes' breakout pick is a Brewers' teenager(08:00) JJ Cooper picks another Brewers' shortstop plus a Dodgers' slugger(11:00) Back to Geoff, who this time highlights an Astros third baseman(14:00) Carlos turns the spotlight to an A's first baseman(15:30) JJ's next pick to click is a Twins infielder(19:00) Looking at prospects

It's time!The Baseball America Top 100 Prospects rankings have been released, and Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about them. We had too much good stuff to fit into one show, so we're doing two. This first show dives into who is No. 1 and why, other candidates for No. 1. We also make the case for other Top 10 Prospects who could end up being the best of the group and how this is the year of the pitcher.(00:00) Why Roki Sasaki is No. 1(11:00) Would Roman Anthony fit as a No. 1?(15:00) How does Roman Anthony compare to other recent No. 1s?(18:00) Who else in the top 10 could end up as the best player in the Top 100?(30:00) Is this top 10 thinner than normal?(35:00) Who is the most fascinating player in the Top 100?(37:00) Why Bubba Chandler has leapt up the rankingsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the Cardinals farm system, what it's produced lately, where it's going and some of the prospects to watch. They also take a look at what Chaim Bloom will be tasked to do as St. Louis heads into the 2025 season.(00:00) What's gone wrong for a very successful franchise?(02:00) Self-evaluation has been a problem(05:00) The Cardinals Way and the advantages it gave St. Louis(06:30) What's happened with recent big league talent?(10:00) Is there a spot for Victor Scott II?(13:00) How Chaim Bloom's strengths fit what St. Louis needs(17:00) The Cardinals pitching approach is being adjusted(22:00) Where is the pitching going?(25:00) What are realistic goals for 2025?(27:00) How good is JJ Wetherholt?(29:00) Why third base is likely Wetherholt's home(31:00) A DSL prospect you need to know(34:00) Quinn Mathews' advantage over most young pitching prospectsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inq

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes and Scout Braun welcome Orioles prospect Coby Mayo.We also dive into new Dodgers phenom Roki Sasaki's comparison to Shohei Ohtani and discuss why LA's reign may continue in an upcoming draft. Plus, we give a preview of the all-new Top 100 prospects list set to debut on Wednesday.Time Stamps(1:00) 2025 Top 100 prospects list debuts on Wednesday(1:40) Roki Sasaki joins the Dodgers and comparing him to Shohei Ohtani(12:30) Coby Mayo joins(23:10) Previewing the new Top 100 listSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In the first of 30 organizational deep dives, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the Atlanta Braves farm system. They look at what the Braves have produced lately, why they are so pitching heavy, and what holes they can't fill internally. They also talk about some of the team's top prospects and a lesser-know prospect to keep an eye on.(00:00) What have the Braves produced lately(03:00) Why are the Braves so good at producing pitchers?(05:00) A subtle advantage to the Braves pitching development.(08:00) Even the Braves hitters were often quality pitching prospects(09:00) Catching Success(11:00) Is the window closing?(16:00) Who's next up among pitching prospects(17:00) Hurston Waldrep(19:00) A.J. Smith-Shawver(21:00) A little Ian Anderson talk (yes, he's not prospect eligible)(24:00) Drue Hackenberg(27:00) Cam Caminiti, J.R. Ritchie, Owen Murphy(31:00) The Braves willingness to embrace injury risk(37:00) Talking about catching prospect Drake Baldwin(47:00) A lesser-known pro

Carlos and Peter go back and forth drafting the best college tools among players in the 2025 draft class in an attempt to create the best imaginary prospects possible. For hitters they have to pick the following: hit tool, raw power tool, running tool, fielding tool and arm tool. And for pitchers they have to assemble the following: fastball, slider, curveball, changeup and control/command. Which players do you like best? Which tools should we have considered? Let us know. —Time Stamps(0:00) Explaining the game(4:00) Carlos’s fastball(8:40) Peter’s fielding(11:00) Carlos’s changeup(14:40) Peter’s hit (17:23) Carlos’s power (20:00) Peter’s slider(22:00) Carlos’s curveball(25:45) Peter’s control(27:30) Carlos’s speed(31:00) Peter’s arm (32:30) Carlos’s hit (34:00) Peter’s changeup(36:30) Carlos’s fielding (40:00) Peter’s power (42:00) Carlos’s slider(45:00) Peter’s curveball(47:00) Carlos’s control (48:30) Peter’s fastball(52:30) Carlos’s arm (56:00) Peter’s run(57:00) OverviewSupport this podcast at — https://

It's officially prospect ranking season at Baseball America and the fantasy team is jumping into the mix with their Top Prospects For Fantasy list. Hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes discuss the names their most excited about in 2025.(3:00) Sasaki finalists, how would each location impact his future value.(8:00) Roki Sasaki vs Roman Anthony vs Kristian Campbell(12:00) Prospects we must have in 2025(13:00) Emmanuel Rodriguez(16:00) Jesus Made(18:00) Bryce Eldridge(21:00) Bubba Chandler(25:00) Christian Moore(27:00) Jarlin Susana(29:00) Alejandro Rosario(31:00) Luis PeralesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben Badler and JJ Cooper discuss Roki Sasaki's decision, and especially what it has meant for the other international players who are planning to sign on Jan. 15. We've already seen a player switch what team they plan to sign with because of Sasaki-based delays, and Ben explains why we could see others.(00:00) Why this Is the craziest signing day of Badler's 18 years covering the international signing day.(05:00) "Darell Morel should be the biggest Roki Sasaki fan in the world."(07:00) The consolation prize for the Giants being eliminated--Josuar Gonzalez(09:00) How this Jan. 15 is different.(12:00) How teams can sweeten their offers for Sasaki.(15:00) How the timing on trades may be worth watching(22:00) The difficult decision Dodgers and Padres prospects face as they are asked to wait.(27:00) What to watch for on January 15.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.

Carlos and Peter hop on the draft podcast for the first time in 2025 to talk about their experience at this year’s ABCA. The two talk about a love for I/O and a fun catch-and-throw talk by Vanderbilt coach Ty Blankmeyer, discuss some of their favorite defenders to watch and then talk about hitters at the top of the 2025 college class. There are some hitters who hammer the ball and some hitters who make a ton of contact in this year’s elite college group, but few who do both at a high level—will that change after the full 2025 spring season? —Time Stamps(1:45) ABCA (10:00) A love for I/O(15:00) Defensive players who are fun to watch(26:00) The composition of hitters at the top of the classSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dynasty rankings season comes to a close as we release the final list in the Dynasty Top 500. This list is a culmination of months of positional rankings by our fantasy team, so hosts Dylan and Geoff dive into their approach to the final rankings.Time Stamps(6:00) Dylan's process.(12:00) Geoff's process.(20:00) Combined Rankings.(23:00) How prospect value can swing wildly in season.(26:00) Valuing younger MLB players without full time jobs.(34:00) Big picture takeaways.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Jacob Rudner, Carlos Collazo & Scott Braun welcome Kansas City Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone to the show.We also discuss changes that could be coming to college baseball, including shrinking rosters, ghost runners and sticky substance checks. Plus, we take a look Baseball America's 2025 Scout Survey to analyze the state of the industry and which teams are best at identifying talent.Time Stamps(0:50) J.J. Cooper's first-ever Hall of Fame vote (1:50) Rule changes coming to college baseball (9:25) Jac Caglianone joins (21:10) 2020 redraft (28:40) Scout Survey resultsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast returns for one last show before the end of 2024.In this episode, Dylan White and Geoff Pontes dive into their final positional ranking of the offseason, as they break down the top 150 pitchers for dynasty baseball. But first, they get you up to date on all the recent signings and trades impacting dynasty rosters.Time Stamps(4:00) First base musical chairs and Pete Alonso is still standing(9:00) Christian Walker to the Astros(12:00) Josh Naylor to the D-backs(16:00) Paul Goldschmidt, Nate Lowe, Carlos Santana and Josh Bell—Who ya got?(18:00) Corbin Burnes to the D-Backs(21:00) Does Cody Bellinger get a value bump with the Yankees?(23:00) Is Gleyber Torres a good buy in 2025?(27:00) Top five pitchers for 2025 dynasty baseball(30:00) Top two pitching targets for Dylan and GeoffSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler, Jacob Rudner and Scott Braun welcome White Sox catching prospect Kyle Teel to the show.The guys also dive into the Phillies' trade for Jesús Luzardo and question the rudderless Marlins organization. Plus, we a look at future rule changes in college baseball, why the NCAA can’t ban the shift and the looming legislation with major eligibility ramifications.Time Stamps(0:45) 2025 Prospect Handbook Update (2:00) Jesús Luzardo goes to the Phillies for Starlyn Caba & more (8:30) Kyle Teel joins (21:30) Shift ban for college baseball? (24:20) Diego Pavia/JUCO ruling fallout for the NCAASupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy