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Jim Callis is an MLB.com Draft and prospect expert. He has been covering the Draft and prospects since 1988.
![]() | Who are the best power prospects to watch in 2019? How will the Rays and Blue Jays stack up in the future? Jim Callis answers that and more in this week's Inbox.
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![]() | Because there's no question that Vlad Jr. is the best prospect in baseball, let's ask some bigger questions. Is he the best prospect in history? And if not, if he the best offensive prospect ever?
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![]() | Following the release of the 2019 Top 100 Prospects list, Jim Callis details the most impressive tools among a very talented class.
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![]() | The wait is over. After MLB Pipeline unveiled its Top 10 Position lists over the past two weeks, it's time to dive into the Top 100 Prospects, the best of the best.
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![]() | Which players in the lower half of the new Top 100 Prospects list could contend for the Rookie of the Year Awards in 2019? Jim Callis made his predictions, along with answering other prospect questions, in this week's Inbox.
More»Callis on potential '19 Rookie of the Year candidates |
![]() | They may not be the equal of the Holy Trinity of Nomar Garciaparra, Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez from two decades ago, but today's crop of young shortstops stacks up well against most in history.
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![]() | There has been a resurgence in first-base prospects in the last couple of years. The 2017 Draft featured five first basemen in the top 35 picks, and four of them rank among the 10 best prospects at the position at this moment.
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![]() | When it comes to right-handed pitching prospects -- well, pitching prospects who throw with either hand -- there's Forrest Whitley and then there's everyone else.
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![]() | The most-asked question of the MLB Pipeline crew these days comes with a quick answer. Many of you want to know when we'll update our Top 100 Prospects list. We'll reveal our new rankings in an MLB Network special on Jan. 26. Now, let's look at some of your queries that require more detailed responses.
More»Kyler Murray choosing between football and baseball |
![]() | MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis looks at the five clubs that improved their prospect stocks the most over the past year.
More»Mariners boast most improved farm system of 2018 |
![]() | Jim Callis discusses which player born in the 2000s will be the first to the big leagues, an all-2019-debut team, how many pitchers will be taken in the first 10 picks in the Draft and the best prospect in the Midwest League.
More»Callis on best prospects born in the 2000's |
![]() | Jim Callis provides scouting reports on all 14 players selected in the Major League phase of the Rule 5 Draft.
More»McMaster and Mayo wrap up the Rule 5 Draft |
![]() | Jim Callis answers questions regarding the best outfield prospects in the Minors, D-backs prospect Jazz Chisholm, Cardinals prospects and some of the top talent for the 2019 Draft.
More»Callis on which prospects could be outfield of future |
![]() | Here are 10 teams that could contend in 2018 and have depth in young talent that could provide trade fodder to bolster their chances of making the postseason:
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![]() | The crop of talent for the 2019 Draft appears to be one of the most imbalanced in recent memory. Quality position prospects abound all over the diamond, while question marks surround the best pitchers available.
More»Rutschman, Witt Jr. top Pipeline's Top 50 Draft list |
![]() | MLB Pipeline's Jim Callis answers questions from fans regarding the potential No. 1 pick in the 2019 Draft, the Rays' future plans for Brendan McKay, the Astros' rotation for next year and the Braves' logjam at third base.
More»Callis on who should be No. 1 pick in 2019 MLB Draft |
![]() | MLB's best overall prospect and best pitching prospect are among the top performers from this year's Arizona Fall League season.
More»Callis breaks down Guerrero, Whitley and Hiura |
![]() | From Jordan Yamamoto's scoreless start to Braxton Davidson's walk-off homer, here are some standout prospects from the Arizona Fall League championship game.
More» Davidson rips walk-off HR, Reed celebrates |
![]() | The Peoria Javelinas and Salt River Rafters feature the Arizona Fall League's two most talented rosters, two best offenses and two leading candidates for the circuit's Joe Black MVP Award. On Saturday, they'll settle who has the better team.
More»Callis breaks down all the latest Fall League action |
![]() | Cubs prospect Nico Hoerner took full advantage of the opportunity to participate in Fall League, emerging as one of the best hitters in the developmental league despite his lack of pro experience.
More»Cubs prospect Nico Hoerner on Fall League experience |