Rays Believe Xavier Isaac Is Just Scratching Surface Of Potential
The Rays’ first-round selection of Xavier Isaac in 2022 was met with some skepticism. His detractors have largely faded after a productive 2023 season.
The Rays’ first-round selection of Xavier Isaac in 2022 was met with some skepticism. His detractors have largely faded after a productive 2023 season.
A shoulder impingement derailed what had been a promising season for Marcelo Mayer, one in which he reached Double-A as a 20-year-old.
Jacob Melton has power. He plays center field. The next step is understanding his swing to work his way out of slumps.
After a sensational MLB debut, Evan Carter knows he’s going to struggle at times in 2024. He has the mindset to persevere.
Acquired at last year’s trade deadline, Drew Gilbert will begin the season at Triple-A, ready for a summer callup if his quality tools play as expected.
Harry Ford has rare athletic ability and is highly coachable, helping him make quick adjustments in pro ball.
All Ricky Tiedemann wants to do this season is get into a good routine, one that includes doing less between starts to get more out of his arm talent.
Fifth overall draft pick Walker Jenkins showed tools and athleticism that were every bit as advertised in a strong pro debut.
Drafted last summer, Hurston Waldrep rocketed to Triple-A in his pro debut and stands poised for a possible MLB callup this season.
Max Meyer’s determination has served him well in his rehab from Tommy John surgery. Now he eyes a return to MLB at some point this season.
After diagnosing an issue with his swing, Jace Jung went on a tear and finished with 28 home runs in his full-season debut.
Drafted No. 2 overall last year, Dylan Crews impressed the Nationals not only with his talent but his desire to improve and be a good teammate.
Justin Crawford had an MVP season in the Florida State League but has specific goals for 2024, one of which is adding muscle to his frame.
It’s only a matter of when Colson Montgomery takes over as shortstop in Chicago. His production will dictate his timeline.
Adael Amador has an advanced plan at the plate, especially for a player so young, and could soon become one-half of the Rockies’ homegrown middle infield.
Gavin Stone learned valuable lessons from his rough MLB debut and diligently worked to expand his repertoire at Triple-A.
Colton Cowser struggled in his MLB debut season and seeks redemption in 2024 after altering his approach at Triple-A late last season.
High school catchers face a long road in pro ball. Royals first-rounder Blake Mitchell has the type of tools—and now the routine—to defy the odds.
A September callup filled with highs and lows helped Pete Crow-Armstrong focus on what he must improve to stick in Chicago.
Young shortstop talent has been a fixture of the Guardians organization for years. Now, Brayan Rocchio is poised to get a chance to set roots at the position in Cleveland.
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