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 Arrivals: Instant MLB impact from these guys
Chase DeLauter, OF, Cleveland Guardians (Up to No. 14)
DeLauter didn’t just break camp with the big club; he broke the stat sheet. Through his seven games, he is slashing .346/.370/.923 with five home runs in just 26 at-bats. After years of injury-riddled “what ifs,” DeLauter is proving that his elite contact-to-power translation is the real deal. He’s already a top-tier fantasy asset who is punishing right-handed pitching at an elite clip.
Owen Caissie, OF, Miami Marlins (Up to No. 23)
The Marlins’ faith in Caissie’s (pictured above) 60-grade power is paying off early. After a strong finish to his Triple-A tenure last year, he has looked comfortable in the heart of the Miami order. His ability to limit strikeouts—the one bugaboo in his profile—while maintaining his signature exit velocities has him knocking on the door of the Top 20.
Jose Fernandez, SS, Arizona Diamondbacks (Up to No. 84)
Fernandez authored the debut of the year on March 31, crushing two home runs and driving in four against the Tigers. The 22-year-old infielder displayed remarkable poise, including a go-ahead blast off Kenley Jansen in the eighth inning. His defensive versatility keeps him on the field, but it’s the sudden power surge that has him skyrocketing nearly 200 spots in our rankings.
Munetaka Murakami, 1B/3B, Chicago White Sox (Up to No. 38)
Any concerns about Murakami’s contact rates translating from the NPB have been vaporized. The White Sox slugger has already dispelled the “swing and miss” narrative by launching three home runs with a staggering 1.872 OPS in his first few games. He looks every bit the middle-of-the-order force the South Side spent big to acquire.
The Helium Brigade: Minor League Risers
James Tibbs III, OF, Los Angeles Dodgers (Up to No. 98)
“Can anyone stop James Tibbs?” is the question currently echoing through the Pacific Coast League. Since joining the Dodgers’ system, Tibbs has been unconscious, hitting .500/.552/1.192 with four home runs through his first six games at Triple-A Oklahoma City. His all-fields authority and loud contact have pushed him firmly into the Top 100.
Ryan Sloan, RHP, Seattle Mariners (Up to No. 22)
Sloan is officially “The Next One” in Seattle. The 20-year-old right-hander has looked dominant in his early assignments, sitting mid-90s with a “sky-high” ceiling that has scouts comparing him to the organization’s frontline aces. His 27% strikeout rate from last year looks like it was just the floor.
TJ Rumfield, 1B, Colorado Rockies (Up to No. 97)
Rumfield is making the most of the Coors Field air. Entering April with a .357/.468/.643 slash line and elite plate discipline, he has become a fixture in the Rockies’ lineup. His transition from a defensive specialist to a high-OBP offensive threat is one of the early season’s biggest wins for Colorado.
Yorger Bautista, OF, Seattle Mariners (Up to No. 83)
Bautista is the biggest “lotto ticket” riser this week. At just 18 years old, he’s showing a rare blend of 70-grade speed and 60-grade power. While the swing-and-miss risk is present, his ability to drive the ball with authority is pushing him toward a stateside debut that could see him fly even higher.
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 | Walker Jenkins | OF | MIN | L/R | AAA | 21 |
| 6 | Sal Stewart | 1B | CIN | R/R | MLB | 22 |
| 7 | Leo De Vries | SS | ATH | S/R | AA | 19 |
| 8 | Carson Benge | OF | NYM | L/R | MLB | 23 |
| 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 | 20 |
| 12 | Bubba Chandler | SP | PIT | S/R | MLB | 23 |
| 13 | Trey Yesavage | SP | TOR | R/R | MLB (IL) | 22 |
| 14 | Chase DeLauter | OF | CLE | L/L | MLB | 24 |
| 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 | Josue De Paula | OF | LAD | L/L | AA | 21 |
| 19 | Eduardo Quintero | OF | LAD | R/R | High-A | 20 |
| 20 | Edward Florentino | 1B/OF | PIT | L/R | High-A | 19 |
| 21 | Bryce Rainer | SS | DET | L/R | Single-A | 20 |
| 22 | Ryan Sloan | SP | SEA | R/R | AA | 20 |
| 23 | Owen Caissie | OF | MIA | L/R | MLB | 23 |
| 24 | Bryce Eldridge | 1B | SF | L/R | AAA | 21 |
| 25 | Rainiel Rodriguez | C | STL | R/R | High-A | 19 |