Cincinnati Reds 2025 Top MLB Prospects
Today, we’re unveiling the 10 best prospects in the Reds system entering 2025.
The top of the Reds system is headlined by Rhett Lowder, one of the most accomplished collegiate pitchers of recent memory whose command, feel for pitching and consistency could make him a multi-time all-star as a pro.
Baseball America’s J.J. Cooper is hosting a chat at 2 p.m. ET to discuss Lowder and the overall state of Cincinnati’s farm system. Be sure to also watch this week’s Hot Sheet show at 3:30 p.m. ET for an in-depth breakdown of NL Central systems.
Reds Top 10 Prospects
See the 10 best prospects in the Reds system, including brand new scouting reports for every player.
Below, you can find our projected Reds lineup for 2028, as well as a rundown of prospects with the best scouting tools in the system.
Projected 2028 Lineup
Catcher: Tyler Stephenson (31)
First Base: Cam Collier (23)
Second Base: Edwin Arroyo (25)
Third Base: Noelvi Marte (26)
Shortstop: Elly De La Cruz (26)
Left Field: Sal Stewart (24)
Center Field: Matt McLain (28)
Right Field: Spencer Steer (30)
Designated Hitter: Christian Encarnacion-Strand (28)
No. 1 Starter: Hunter Greene (28)
No. 2 Starter: Nick Lodolo (30)
No. 3 Starter: Rhett Lowder (26)
No. 4 Starter: Andrew Abbott (29)
No. 5 Starter: Chase Petty (25)
Closer: Chase Burns (25)
Listed below are the prospects with the best tools within the organization. To go directly to Cincinnati’s Top 10, click here.
Best Tools
Best Hitter for Average: Hector Rodriguez
Best Power Hitter: Alfredo Duno
Best Strike-Zone Discipline: Sal Stewart
Fastest Baserunner: Blake Dunn
Best Athlete: Tyson Lewis
Best Fastball: Chase Burns
Best Curveball: Cole Schoenwetter
Best Slider: Chase Burns
Best Changeup: Rhett Lowder
Best Control: Rhett Lowder
Best Defensive Catcher: Connor Burns
Best Defensive Infielder: Edwin Arroyo
Best Infield Arm: Ricardo Cabrera
Best Defensive Outfielder: Jay Allen
Best Outfield Arm: Rece Hinds
