As we roll out our latest update to the RotoProspects Top 700 Prospect fantasy baseball rankings, let’s dive into the key updates surrounding the top-ranked prospects this week.
The ‘Arrival’ Tier: Big league statements
Chase DeLauter, OF, Cleveland Guardians (Up to No. 8)
DeLauter (pictured above) isn’t just playing; he’s anchoring. On April 8, he lined a 100.7 mph, two-run double off the center-field wall against the Royals, continuing a scorching start that includes a 31-degree launch angle profile. Now inside the Top 10, he is shedding the “prospect” label for “fantasy cornerstone.”
Owen Caissie, OF, Miami Marlins (Up to No. 18)
Caissie is the early-season king of the “dream debut.” On April 9, he fueled an 8-1 win over the Reds with a three-hit, three-RBI performance, including two doubles. His ability to drive the ball to the opposite field against high-level velocity has vaulted him inside our Top 20.
The Helium Brigade: Minor League Risers
James Tibbs III, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers (Up to No. 59)
The Dodgers’ developmental machine has done it again. Tibbs has been “too powerful to ignore” at Triple-A Oklahoma City, hitting .380 with SEVEN home runs in his first 50 plate appearances. His .444 BABIP will cool off, but his elite OPS suggests the power is here to stay.
Noah Schultz, LHP, Chicago White Sox (Up to No. 66)
Schultz looked like a “different pitcher” on April 8, fanning nine batters over five dominant innings. With 19 strikeouts and only two walks through 14 innings this season, his command has taken a massive step forward, signaling he may not be in the minors much longer.
Charlie Condon, 1B/OF, Colorado Rockies (Up to No. 64)
After a brief layoff to have a cyst removed, Condon returned to the Triple-A Albuquerque lineup on April 7 without missing a beat. He immediately drilled a 111.8 mph home run, bringing his season slash line to a gaudy .323/.432/.645 through his first eight games.
Blake Burke, 1B, Milwaukee Brewers (Inside Top 215)
The Brewers’ power-hitting prospect had a night to remember on April 10, clubbing two home runs and driving in four for Double-A Biloxi. His stock is soaring as he combines massive raw power with a 1B-profile that is starting to look like a fast-track major league fit.
Juan Valera, RHP, Boston Red Sox (Up to No. 103)
Valera delivered the performance of his career on April 9 for High-A Greenville, fanning a career-high nine batters over five scoreless frames. Utilizing a mid-90s heater and a “plus” slider, he allowed just two hits and is quickly becoming the premier arm to watch in the Red Sox system.
The Top 25 players in this week’s updated RotoProspects Top 700 Prospect Rankings
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| No. | Name | Pos | Team | B/T | Level | Age |
| 1 | Konnor Griffin | OF | PIT | R/R | MLB | 20 |
| 2 | Kevin McGonigle | 2B/SS | DET | L/R | MLB | 21 |
| 3 | Jesus Made | SS | MIL | S/R | AA | 19 |
| 4 | JJ Wetherholt | SS | STL | L/R | MLB | 23 |
| 5 | Sal Stewart | 1B | CIN | R/R | MLB | 22 |
| 6 | Walker Jenkins | OF | MIN | L/R | AAA | 21 |
| 7 | Leo De Vries | SS | ATH | S/R | AA | 19 |
| 8 | Chase DeLauter | OF | CLE | L/L | MLB | 24 |
| 9 | Max Clark | OF | DET | L/L | AA | 21 |
| 10 | Aidan Miller | 3B | PHI | R/R | AAA (IL) | 22 |
| 11 | Colt Emerson | SS | SEA | L/R | AAA (IL) | 20 |
| 12 | Carson Benge | OF | NYM | L/R | MLB | 23 |
| 13 | Bubba Chandler | SP | PIT | S/R | MLB | 23 |
| 14 | Trey Yesavage | SP | TOR | R/R | MLB (rehab) | 22 |
| 15 | Joshua Baez | OF | STL | R/R | AAA | 23 |
| 16 | Sebastian Walcott | SS | TEX | R/R | AA | 20 |
| 17 | Thomas White | SP | MIA | L/L | AA (rehab) | 21 |
| 18 | Owen Caissie | OF | MIA | L/R | MLB | 23 |
| 19 | Josue De Paula | OF | LAD | L/L | AA | 21 |
| 20 | Eduardo Quintero | OF | LAD | R/R | High-A | 20 |
| 21 | Edward Florentino | 1B/OF | PIT | L/R | High-A | 19 |
| 22 | Bryce Rainer | SS | DET | L/R | Single-A | 20 |
| 23 | Ryan Sloan | SP | SEA | R/R | AA | 20 |
| 24 | Bryce Eldridge | 1B | SF | L/R | AAA | 21 |
| 25 | Rainiel Rodriguez | C | STL | R/R | High-A | 19 |