Meet the kid umpire of Minor League Baseball
Keep ‘em honest, kid. Growing up, lots of children aspire to put on a Major League uniform. It isn’t everyday you find a kid already sporting an umpire’s uniform. But most kids aren't Bradley Vinson. Vinson looked like a natural last week when he was spotted officiating his own game
Watch switch-pitcher Cijntje, prospect-packed Mariners affiliate tonight for FREE
All season long, baseball fans will be able to watch Minor League Baseball games across all of MLB's digital platforms. MLB.TV and MLB app subscribers can watch their favorite team's Minor League affiliates in the app at no additional cost, while all MiLB games are available on MiLB.TV, on the
MLB Pipeline Pitching Lab: Travis Sykora
WILMINGTON, Del. -- Travis Sykora has heard the comps plenty, and honestly, you could do a lot worse if you tried to build a Nolan Ryan clone in a lab. It isn’t perfect, of course. The 6-foot-6 Sykora has 4 inches on the 6-foot-2 Ryan. The Hall of Famer also
'It felt good, man': Stroman, Stanton continue rehab as returns near
We haven’t seen Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman and slugger Giancarlo Stanton on a big league field together since Sept. 25, 2024. But both were in action Wednesday for the Double-A Somerset Patriots as part of their respective rehab assignments. Stroman, making his first rehab start since landing on the injured
Brewers calling up 6-foot-7 flamethrower Misiorowski (source)
MILWAUKEE – Top Brewers pitching prospect Jacob Misiorowski is bringing his 6-foot-7 frame and 103 mph fastball to American Family Field, where he’s expected to begin his career against a division rival. Two sources confirmed to MLB.com that the Brewers will promote Misiorowski, No. 4 on MLB Pipeline’s list of
Blue Jays select Robertson's contract: 'No one deserves this more'
ST. LOUIS -- Early Wednesday morning, just hours before the Blue Jays swept the Cardinals, Alan Roden raced wide-eyed around a corner outside the Blue Jays’ clubhouse and nearly crashed into Davis Schneider. “Is he here?!” The two looked like 6-year-olds about to meet their favorite player. Inside was Will
Here are Tuesday's top prospect performances from the Minors
Summer is near and with it comes some sizzling performances from the Minors' best prospects. Last year’s No. 3 overall Draft pick matched a career high at the plate. A trio of Top 100 teenagers put up big numbers at High-A -- including two who made excellent first impressions with
Gilbert fans 6 in rehab start, eyes return to Mariners
PHOENIX – All that Mariners fans and brass can ask for is that ace Logan Gilbert comes out of each rehab start for Triple-A Tacoma feeling healthy and ready to return for what everyone hopes is a long summer and autumn of baseball ahead. But Gilbert will take results, too.
Stanton begins Double-A rehab stint as Yanks await return of 'Big G'
KANSAS CITY -- For the first time since the 2024 World Series, Giancarlo Stanton returned to the diamond for game action. The Yankees' slugger didn’t appear in Spring Training and was placed on the IL with epicondylitis in both elbows on March 26 (retroactive to March 24) before getting transferred
Nats calling up Bruce the Bat Dog from Triple-A ... really
The Nationals have once again tapped into their Minor League system to bring new talent to Nationals Park: the team called up Bruce the Bat Dog from Triple-A Rochester to make his debut on Saturday. They are hoping he'll be Best in The Show. Bruce earned his promotion after posting
5 intriguing prospects from the NL West, 1 from each team
As the baseball season's halfway point approaches, the sample sizes for prospects continue to expand. The MLB Pipeline crew is taking the opportunity to dig a little deeper to highlight players who are balling out, but might still be flying under-the-radar. On the latest MLB Pipeline Podcast, Jim Callis and
What to expect from MLB's No. 68 prospect Misiorowski in the Majors
On Thursday, the Brewers are off to see the Miz. Milwaukee is calling up No. 68 overall prospect Jacob Misiorowski to the Majors, MLB.com’s Adam McCalvy confirmed Tuesday. The 23-year-old right-hander is slated to make his MLB debut as the Crew’s starting pitcher Thursday against the Cardinals at home at
Get ready for the Men's College World Series -- breakdown of all 8 teams
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O's prospect roundup: Estrada putting together impressive season in High-A
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Mets prospects support each other as members of 'Double TJ' club
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What to expect from MLB's No. 1 prospect Anthony in the Majors
The Red Sox have debuted dynamic prospect duos in the same season on several occasions. In the past 30 years, they brought up Nomar Garciaparra and Trot Nixon in 1996, Jonathan Papelbon and Hanley Ramirez in 2005, Jon Lester and Dustin Pedroia in 2006, Jacoby Ellsbury and Clay Buchholz in
Blue Jays No. 2 prospect Yesavage earns quick promotion to Double-A (source)
ST. LOUIS -- Blue Jays No. 2 prospect Trey Yesavage is headed to Double-A New Hampshire after making just four starts in High-A, a source told MLB.com, building on the best story in a farm system that’s suddenly spilling over with them. The club has not confirmed the move. Yesavage,
Power prodigy starts strong at Triple-A
This story was excerpted from Ian Browne's Red Sox Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox. It was five years ago that the Red Sox selected Blaze Jordan (a child home run prodigy) out of high school at the
Reds bumping fiery top pitching prospect Burns up to Triple-A
Like his prior stay, Chase Burns wasn't bound long for Double-A. MLB's No. 11 prospect was promoted to Triple-A Louisville on Sunday, MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo confirmed. Burns, the No. 3 right-handed pitching prospect, posted a 1.29 ERA, 0.71 WHIP and 11.79 K/9 in 42 innings for Double-A Chattanooga.
Here are Sunday's top prospect performances from the Minors
It's summer time and the weather is warm in the Minor Leagues. Maybe that's why Sunday was marked by big swings and big performances with hitters around the Minors standing out for what they did at the dish.
Rays No. 1 prospect Williams taps into power potential in career game
Carson Williams' first full season at Triple-A Durham has had its ups and downs. The Rays' top prospect has shown his signature shortstop defense and ample power. There's also been plenty of swing-and-miss, and he hasn't been above the Mendoza Line since April 13. Beneath it all, though, Williams has
Christian Zazueta highlights
McGreevy's hard work pays off with extended MLB look on horizon
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Here are Saturday's top prospect performances from the Minors
When the No. 1 prospect in baseball demolishes a 497-foot grand slam, we can’t really bury the lead. Beyond Roman Anthony’s eye-popping home run prowess, a swath of 2024 Draft picks starred up and down the Minors, particularly first-rounders. Plus, there was a no-hitter! Did we mention it includes chicken