Top 10 MLB Prospects for 2022

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Just Baseball's top 100 prospects for 2022 is finally here! This list and the write-ups have been months in the making, but we’ll just give you the top ten for now.

By Zach Smith

We factor everything into consideration from our first hand accounts, conversations with scouts and other evaluators, conversations with players, the data, and more.

Any pitchers who have thrown more than 50 MLB innings or hitters who have racked up 150 MLB PA’s will graduate from the list. Here is the list:

The power breakout of Volpe was a pleasant surprise last season. Pair the breakout power with an advanced feel to hit and you have one the most exciting prospects at 21 years old.

10. Anthony Volpe (SS) New York Yankees

It’s easy to envision 25 homers for Moreno. The 22-year-old has only punched out 11% of the time in his MiLB career and his strikeout rate has hardly budged in the upper levels.

9. Gabriel Moreno (C) Toronto Blue Jays

Baz’s lethal fastball-slider combination allowed him to dominate the minor leagues in 2021. Both his floor and ceiling rival that of any prospect and he is poised to anchor the Rays rotation.

8. Shane Baz (RHP) Tampa Bay Rays

If he hits his ceiling, Torkelson should be a top-ten hitter in all of baseball. His swing is simple, repeatable, and powerful, making it built for consistency and longevity.

7. Spencer Torkelson (3B/1B) Detroit Tigers

Hitters with Greene’s gorgeous left-handed swing and consistently solid production don’t come along often at such an early age. His swing and frame are reminiscent of Michael Brantley.

6. Riley Greene  (OF) Detroit Tigers

At a solid 5-foot-10, 230 pounds, Alvarez has easy plus-plus pop in the tank and his simple set up allows him to consistently be on time as well as control his body, and he’s still 20 years old.

5. Francisco Alvarez (C) New York Mets

There’s a reason why Rodriguez is our No.1 pitching prospect. His combination of stuff, size and command are elite, and he is already showing an ability to throw four pitches for strikes.

4. Grayson Rodriguez (P) Baltimore Orioles

Rutschman’s combination of potentially elite hitting and elite fielding rarely come at the catching position. Expect to see him in the lineup for the Orioles throughout 2022.

3. Adley Rutschman (C) Baltimore Orioles

Rodriguez’s offensive ceiling rivals that of any prospect. His advanced approach, incredible natural hitting tools, and plus makeup make it easy to believe that the Mariners have a future superstar.

2. Julio Rodriguez (OF) Seattle Mariners

Witt is a true five-tool player, and physically, he reminds us a bit of Trevor Story. This is a guy who has a chance to become a perennial MVP threat in the American League.

1. Bobby Witt Jr. (SS) Kansas City Royals