Detroit Tigers 2024 Top MLB Prospects
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The top of the Tigers system is headlined by Max Clark, who has combination of speed, defense and hitting ability that gives him a high probability of being a useful big leaguer, and if his power develops, a cornerstone of the Tigers’ lineup.
Today, we’re unveiling the 10 best prospects in the Tigers system entering 2024. J.J. Cooper is hosting a chat at 2 p.m. ET to discuss the state of Detroit’s farm system.
Tigers Top 10 Prospects
See the 10 best prospects in the Tigers system, including brand new scouting reports for every player.
Below, you can also find a projected lineup in 2027 and the prospects with the best scouting tools in the system.
Projected 2027 Lineup
Catcher: Jake Rogers (32)
First Base: Spencer Torkelson (27)
Second Base: Colt Keith (25)
Third Base: Jace Jung (26)
Shortstop: Kevin McGonigle (23)
Left Field: Riley Greene (26)
Center Field: Max Clark (21)
Right Field: Kerry Carpenter (29)
Designated Hitter: Justyn-Henry Malloy (27)
No. 1 Starter: Jackson Jobe (23)
No. 2 Starter: Tarik Skubal (30)
No. 3 Starter: Ty Madden (27)
No. 4 Starter: Casey Mize (30)
No. 5 Starter: Matt Manning (29)
Closer: Troy Melton (26)
Listed below are the prospects with the best tools within the organization. To go directly to Detroit’s Top 10, click here.
Best Tools
Best Hitter for Average: Max Clark
Best Power Hitter: Colt Keith
Best Strike-Zone Discipline: Justyn-Henry Malloy
Fastest Baserunner: Parker Meadows
Best Athlete: Max Clark
Best Fastball: Jackson Jobe
Best Curveball: Tyler Mattison
Best Slider: Jackson Jobe
Best Changeup: Jackson Jobe
Best Control: Jackson Jobe
Best Defensive Catcher: Dillon Dingler
Best Defensive Infielder: Reylin Perez
Best Infield Arm: Peyton Graham
Best Defensive Outfielder: Parker Meadows
Best Outfield Arm: Max Clark
