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Top 100 Prospects: 25 Newcomers Join the List

Just Baseball's latest Top 100 Prospects update saw 25 new players join the ranks. What's there to know about these promising youngsters?

By Jay Staph | June 4, 2026 |

TAMPA, FLORIDA - MARCH 21, 2026: Eric Hartman #64 of the Atlanta Braves hits a single during the second inning of a spring training Spring Breakout game against the New York Yankees at George M. Steinbrenner Field on March 21, 2026 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images)

Here at Just Baseball, one of our favorite things to put out every few months is the Top 100 Prospects list, which our Aram Leighton does a tremendous job with each time. Our first update since the 2026 season began is now live, and there are some truly exciting and surprising rankings to go over.

For example, this update featured a slew of newcomers, as 25 prospects made their way onto the list for the first time in 2026. These players include first-round picks, household names, and recent risers, as this is a truly diverse group from head to toe.

In this story, we’ll go over these newcomers and explain a bit about each prospect. For the full, detailed write-ups, be sure to check out the complete Top 100 list, where you’ll see a more in-depth breakdown than anywhere else in the industry.

Eric Hartman – No. 32

To find the first newcomer on our latest Top 100 Prospects list, you don’t have to look far, as Eric Hartman takes home the title of the highest-ranking member of this group. With a newfound ability to slug rather than just “slash and dash,” Hartman is now a much more exciting prospect. He’s already surpassed his previous max exit velocity of 108.5 mph five times in 2026, and he’s the highest-ranking Atlanta Brave on this list by a good margin.

Luis Lara – No. 42

Over the last few seasons, the Milwaukee Brewers have quickly become the gold standard for both player development and overall farm system quality. Newcomer Luis Lara marks the fifth member of the Brewers’ farm system to be ranked inside the top 50, a tremendous accomplishment for the organization. A switch-hitter with a high-floor skill set overall, he’s a fun hit-over-power profile that isn’t hard to get excited about.

Karson Milbrandt – No. 48

After being selected by the Marlins in the third round of the 2022 MLB Draft, Karson Milbrandt has really come into his own under the new and improved pitching development the Marlins now possess. Milbrandt currently has two pitches that are regarded as 60-grade or better, with another 55-grade offering in the tank as well. He currently boasts a mind-boggling 38.3% strikeout rate in Double-A, alongside a 1.34 ERA. The 22-year-old’s breakout has been tremendous up until this point, with no ceiling in sight.

Henry Bolte – No. 50

Back during the 2022 MLB Draft, the Athletics fell in love with Henry Bolte’s electric power/speed combination, and their obsession with his game is really beginning to pay dividends. His speed is so electric, in fact, that it’s the only skill for any player on this list to receive an 80-grade current value, and one of just two tools to receive an 80-grade future value. With Bolte now in the big leagues, he’s going to be a fun player to keep an eye on in the near future.

Nathan Flewelling – No. 54

Still just 19 years old, catcher Nathan Flewelling has looked unbelievable through his first few seasons in professional baseball, and he’s continuing that trend so far in 2026. With a power-over-hit profile, intriguing plate discipline, and a strong defensive game, he could be another player development success story for the Tampa Bay Rays. Currently, Flewelling has slugged double-digit homers, posted an OBP just shy of .390, and a wRC+ above 130 in his second taste of High-A baseball.

Edwin Arroyo – No. 55

Players in the minor leagues consistently make swing changes and toy with their approaches in hopes of producing better results in the near future. In all of minor league baseball, there may be no better example of this than Edwin Arroyo, who completely altered his career trajectory following a series of mechanical adjustments in the box. Now possessing four average or better tools, Arroyo looks like he could do some damage if given an extended run for the Reds.

Tyler Bremner – No. 59

Despite possessing an electric fastball that allowed Tyler Bremner to have an exciting floor during last year’s draft, his selection second overall was still one of the bigger surprises on draft day. Fast forward a year later, and Bremner is dominating the minor leagues, quickly becoming the most interesting piece of a very weak Angels farm system. With two-plus pitches and solid command, he certainly possesses the qualities to be a front-line starter in the near future.

Gage Wood – No. 60

During the 2025 College World Series, Gage Wood pitched one of the most dominant games in NCAA history, a 19-strikeout no-hitter. Following this game, the Phillies opted for him in the first round of that summer’s MLB Draft, and he’s looked excellent so far. Wood began his 2026 campaign with 26.1 innings of 3.42 ERA baseball in Single-A before the Phillies allowed him to make the jump to Double-A, where he’s looked sharp despite the vast difference in the quality of hitters he’s facing.

Luis Hernandez – No. 62

Despite barely being old enough to drive a car in the United States, Luis Hernandez has been one of the buzziest names around the industry this spring, thanks to an unreal start in the complex leagues. Through 22 games, he’s slashed .310/.378/.655 with five homers and a 138 wRC+, marking a spectacular start to his pro career. He’s already flashed a 60-grade future value hit tool, making him one of the most exciting hitters to make their way onto this list.

Josiah Hartshorn – No. 63

Even though he had a strong commitment to Texas A&M, Josiah Hartshorn opted for professional baseball after being selected in the sixth round of last year’s MLB Draft. Since then, he’s already hit his way to High-A as a 19-year-old, posting some unreal data along the way. He even slashed .400/.469/.800 with three homers through his first seven High-A games, quickly becoming a key piece of the Cubs’ future core.

Jhonny Level – No. 64

Luis Hernandez wasn’t the only Giants international signee to make their way to the Just Baseball Top 100 for the first time with this update, as Jhonny Level has been off to a hot start to his 2026 season. A switch-hitter with electric bat speed, he’s produced everywhere he’s gone and become a household name in the system. At this rate, Level has a good chance to become a staple member of the Giants farm system before the end of the season, potentially climbing further up this list in due time.

Pedro Ramirez – No. 65

Signing for $70,000 during the 2021 international signing period, it’s taken Pedro Ramirez a few years to truly develop into an intriguing prospect. Even though there’s been a waiting period, the switch-hitter has added more power in 2026, and it’s raised his ceiling noticeably. With average or better tools in four of the five fields we grade, he’s a prospect to keep a close eye on throughout the remainder of the 2026 contest.

Devin Fitz-Gerald – No. 66

When the Washington Nationals opted to trade MacKenzie Gore last winter, the prized commodity appeared to be uber-talented infielder Gavin Fien. So far, though, the star of this trade looks to be Devin Fitz-Gerald, as he’s looked unbelievable in High-A up until this point. A switch-hitter with a swing reminiscent of a mix between Kevin McGonigle and Jackson Holliday, there’s arguably not been a prospect with more buzz this season than the second baseman.

Charles Davalan – No. 67

When the Dodgers landed Charles Davalan with the 41st overall pick in last year’s draft, I called it one of the best pairings in the draft in Just Baseball’s MLB Draft Superlatives. Fast-forward to the present day, and the data darling has molded into a spectacular asset in a routinely loaded Dodgers farm system. With a hit tool that flashes 60-grade potential without sacrificing the ability to impact the baseball, he has the makings to be another quick riser on this list in the near future.

Cooper Flemming – No. 68

Similar to Nathan Flewelling, Cooper Flemming has made the transition to professional baseball as a teenager look all but seamless up until this point. He features a well-rounded overall game, and his strong showing early in his career has allowed him to fly up prospect rankings around the industry so far. His routinely quality at-bats set him apart, and he seems to be developing even more power as he grows more experience.

Anthony Eyanson – No. 69

Last season, the Boston Red Sox selected right-hander Anthony Eyanson in hopes that he could add more velocity while continuing to pound the zone as he did at LSU, and he’s done both things almost perfectly so far in 2026. As a result, Eyanson has pitched his way to Double-A while also being arguably one of the biggest pitching risers across the sport. Landing himself at No. 69 on his debut on the Top 100 Prospects list, Eyanson is a name to monitor.

Nolan Perry – No. 74

Speaking of electric pitching risers so far this season, right-hander Nolan Perry has pitched his way into this discussion as well. A former 12th-rounder, Perry has flashed three-plus offerings this season across Single-A and High-A, recording a ridiculous 1.37 ERA with a 41.4% strikeout rate across both levels. He was a surefire bet to make our top 100; it’s now just a matter of how much further he can climb before the end of the season.

Taitn Gray – No. 75

First baseman Taitn Gray marks the end of the Rays’ newcomers on our Top 100 Prospects list, and he shares a few qualities with the other names as well. He’s yet another teenager dominating with the bat in his professional debut, impacting the baseball with authority regularly. With a 143 wRC+ and a walk rate above 16% through his first 46 games as a professional, the club’s $920,800 investment in him seems to already be paying major dividends.

Josh Hammond – No. 76

Last season, the Kansas City Royals walked away from draft day with a really solid crop of players entering their farm system. One of these headliners, Josh Hammond, finds himself on our Top 100 for the first time in his young career after an electric early showing. With a 114 wRC+ through his first 48 games, Hammond seems to have had many of his exciting traits as an amateur translate seamlessly to professional baseball.

Wei-En Lin – No. 78

Not many teams had multiple players from their farm system become newcomers on our latest top 100, but the Athletics join this group with the arrival of Wei-En Lin to the list. Lin has been tremendous to start the season, pitching to a 1.93 ERA through his first 51.1 innings of 2026. With five pitches flashing average or better potential in the near future, Lin could be the definition of a quality left-hander in the big leagues someday.

Kayson Cunningham – No. 83

In recent memory, the Arizona Diamondbacks have fallen in love and developed toolsy middle infielders with ease, and Kayson Cunningham, the 18th overall pick in last year’s draft, is the next success story. Through his first 39 games of the season as a 20-year-old, he’s slashed .377/.471/.509 with 10 stolen bases, as he looks to have one of the more interesting hit tools in the minor leagues.

Joseph Dzierwa – No. 92

During his college days, Joseph Dzierwa cemented himself as one of the better pitchers in Michigan State baseball history, setting a slew of records during his tenure. The Orioles loved the crafty lefty enough to draft him 58th overall, and he already looks like a player development win through his first taste of professional baseball. With a 6-foot-8 frame, three potential plus pitches, and plus command, the “master of deception” looks to be arguably the most exciting young arm in Baltimore’s system.

Elmer Rodriguez – No. 93

Acquired by the Yankees in the deal that sent catcher Carlos Narváez to the Boston Red Sox, Elmer Rodriguez has looked excellent since joining the system. He’s quieted the concerns about reliever risk, proving he can start games at the next level in the near future. His five-pitch mix has pushed him to the big leagues this season and into our Top 100 for the first time.

Braylon Doughty – No. 96

With impressive athleticism and the raw feel to spin the baseball, Braylon Doughty is yet another intriguing arm in the Guardians’ system. With four strong offerings, including two plus pitches, and plus command, Doughty could be a fascinating arm if he continues to develop through the lower levels.

Seaver King – No. 97

After an incredibly disappointing first full season of professional baseball, Seaver King quickly slipped from a bright young star to a forgettable prospect at best. However, he’s been one of the biggest beneficiaries of the Nationals’ new offensive organizational philosophy, which has allowed him to crush his way to Triple-A after repeating Double-A. The tools have always been there for the former Wake Forest Demon Deacon; it was just a matter of putting things together.

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Anthony Eyanson Braylon Doughty Charles Davalan Cooper Flemming Devin Fitz-Gerald Edwin Arroyo Elmer Rodriguez Eric Hartman Gage Wood Henry Bolte Jhonny Level Joseph Dzierwa Josh Hammond Josiah Hartshorn Karson Milbrandt Kayson Cunningham Luis Hernandez Luis Lara Nathan Flewelling Nolan Perry Pedro Ramirez Seaver King Taitn Gray Tyler Bremner Wei-En Lin

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Jay Staph | @jmstaph24

Jay Staph, a huge baseball fan and stat nerd, founded and ran his own baseball writing website, BSBWrites, at just 16-years-old. With focal points around prospects,…