Welcome to the 11th installment of our Weekly Hot Prospects Report ranking the top minor-league performances from the week of June 2-8. We’re back with this week’s top performers making waves across the minors!
From dominant arms to scorching-hot bats, here are the Top 15 prospects below who turned heads and boosted their stock. CLICK HERE to check out the full list of 61 players, with ETAs and updated statistics (subscription required).
1. Jonah Tong, SP/RP, Mets (AA)
Tong (pictured above) set the tone with a dominant 5-inning, no-hit performance. He struck out 11 and walked just three, delivering a 0.00 ERA and a 0.60 WHIP. The 22-year-old continues to climb as one of the most intriguing arms in the Mets’ system.
2. Coleman Crow, SP, Brewers (AA)
Crow was even stingier with baserunners, allowing just one hit in six shutout innings. He didn’t issue a walk and struck out nine, finishing the week with a near-perfect 0.17 WHIP. Milwaukee may have a gem on its hands.
3. Carter Trice, 2B, Cubs (High-A)
Trice showed off a dynamic power-speed combo with a 1.658 OPS, 3 home runs, and 6 stolen bases in just 15 at-bats. He also walked six times. The Cubs might be watching a breakout develop.
4. Khal Stephen, SP, Blue Jays (High-A)
Stephen was flawless with his control, striking out 11 over six innings without issuing a walk. His 0.50 WHIP and 1.50 ERA hint at a pitcher ready for a bigger challenge.
5. Ryan Ward, OF, Dodgers (AAA)
Ward stayed hot with 4 more homers and 8 RBIs, adding 3 stolen bases to the mix. His 1.260 OPS on the week shows he’s more than just a slugger—he’s becoming a five-tool threat.
6. Will Robertson, OF, Blue Jays (AAA)
Another Jays outfielder swinging a hot bat, Robertson mashed 5 home runs in 22 at-bats with a 1.600 OPS. He walked five times and looks ready for his first shot at MLB.
7. Nick Goodwin, SS, Blue Jays (High-A)
Goodwin posted one of the most well-rounded lines of the week: 5 home runs, 12 RBIs, a 1.598 OPS and just one strikeout in 21 ABs. Toronto has something brewing at multiple levels.
8. Grant McCray, OF, Giants (AAA)
McCray combined speed and pop with a 1.364 OPS, 3 homers, and 3 steals. He’s heating up just in time to push for a major league look.
9. Sterlin Thompson, OF, Rockies (AAA)
Thompson quietly put together a monster line: a 1.393 OPS with 2 homers, 3 steals, and just 2 strikeouts. He’s flashing the tools of a future big-league regular.
10. Samuel Zavala, OF, White Sox (High-A)
Zavala crushed the ball to the tune of a 1.552 OPS, going 12-for-20 with 2 homers, 6 RBIs, and 2 steals. The 20-year-old is on fire and showing why the White Sox value his bat.
11. Kaelen Culpepper, SS, Twins (High-A)
Culpepper impressed with a 1.272 OPS, going 11-for-26 with 2 bombs, 6 RBIs, and 3 steals. His all-around game continues to gain momentum.
12. Wyatt Sanford, SS, Pirates (Single-A)
The 19-year-old Sanford exploded for 3 homers, 10 RBIs, and 3 steals, slashing .364/.440/.909. He’s proving he can handle full-season ball.
13. Peter Heubeck, SP/RP, Dodgers (AA)
Heubeck racked up 16 Ks across 11.2 innings without giving up a run. His 0.69 WHIP and ability to miss bats suggest big things ahead in the Dodgers’ system.
14. Jaxon Wiggins, SP/RP, Cubs (AA)
Wiggins spun 11 strong innings over two starts with 12 strikeouts, just 1 walk, and a 1.59 ERA. He’s showing the ability to work deep and dominate.
15. Eduardo Garcia, SS/OF, Brewers (High-A)
Garcia put up a 1.259 OPS while showcasing some pop (3 homers) and speed (3 steals). His versatility and patience at the plate are trending in the right direction.
The Top 15 in the Weekly Hot Prospects Report
| Rank | Player | Pos | Team | B/T | Level | Age |
| 1 | Jonah Tong | SPRP | NYM | R/R | AA | 22 |
| 2 | Coleman Crow | SP | MIL | R/R | AA | 24 |
| 3 | Carter Trice | 2B | CHC | R/R | High-A | 22 |
| 4 | Khal Stephen | SP | TOR | R/R | High-A | 22 |
| 5 | Ryan Ward | OF | LAD | L/R | AAA | 27 |
| 6 | Will Robertson | OF | TOR | L/L | AAA | 27 |
| 7 | Nick Goodwin | SS | TOR | R/R | High-A | 23 |
| 8 | Grant McCray | OF | SF | L/R | AAA | 24 |
| 9 | Sterlin Thompson | OF | COL | L/R | AAA | 24 |
| 10 | Samuel Zavala | OF | CHW | L/L | High-A | 20 |
| 11 | Kaelen Culpepper | SS | MIN | R/R | High-A | 22 |
| 12 | Wyatt Sanford | SS | PIT | L/R | Single-A | 19 |
| 13 | Peter Heubeck | SPRP | LAD | R/R | AA | 22 |
| 14 | Jaxon Wiggins | SPRP | CHC | R/R | AA | 23 |
| 15 | Eduardo Garcia | SS/OF | MIL | R/R | High-A | 22 |