The annual MLB draft is crucial in reshaping teams’ fortunes, particularly when it comes to their farm systems. A solid draft can help teams acquire top talent or bolster their existing prospects, giving them a competitive edge moving forward.
Here’s an updated ranking of every MLB team’s prospect pool heading into the 2025 draft:
1. Detroit Tigers
The Tigers boast two top-12 prospects and nine overall in the top 100. Their high-quality prospects, including Kevin McGonigle and Max Clark, make them a strong contender for the top spot.
2. Seattle Mariners
The Mariners’ prospect pool is incredibly deep, with four additional players not mentioned here still ranking in MLB’s top 100. This suggests an abundance of talent waiting to be developed.
3. Milwaukee Brewers
The Brewers have a standout prospect in Jacob Misiorowski, who has been performing exceptionally well. Their farm system offers depth and promise for the future.
4. Philadelphia Phillies
The Phillies’ draft history is impressive, with their top picks consistently ranking high. This suggests an ability to identify and develop talent effectively.
5. Boston Red Sox
Stealing a high-end prospect from another team without it cracking the top five indicates the Red Sox have a very bright future ahead of them.
6. Chicago White Sox
Despite recent struggles, the White Sox hope their prospects will bring them success in the near future. Their depth and talent are promising signs for the future.
7. Cincinnati Reds
The Reds’ 1-2 pitching prospect punch is among the best in MLB, making them a strong contender for the top seven.
8. Cleveland Guardians
While not everyone on the list has All-Star potential, the Guardians have incredible depth and talent that could play pivotal roles in the future.
9. Los Angeles Dodgers
The Dodgers’ farm system boasts studs throughout, with players like Josue De Paula, Zyhir Hope, and Alex Freeland recording impressive .800 OPS numbers at their current levels.
10. Pittsburgh Pirates
The Pirates have a plethora of talented players on the horizon, including Bubba Chandler and Paul Skenes, who could form a deadly 1-2 punch in the near future.
11. Minnesota Twins
The Twins have two prospects ranking in MLB’s top 50, demonstrating their commitment to developing talent for the future.
12. Kansas City Royals
The Royals maintain competitiveness without sacrificing development of future stars, thanks in part to Jac Caglianone and other talented prospects.
13-25 Rankings are available below but were not included here due to format constraints.
Note: Ranking numbers 26-30 can be found at the end of this article or on a separate page.
Source: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2025/07/11/mlb-farm-system-rankings-2025-draft/84538665007