Dodgers 2025 MLB Prospects To Know
Baseball America Prospect Writer Josh Norris and Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper are taking an in-depth look at the Dodgers farm system, highlighting a number of prospects to know. (00:00) Why the Dodgers hit on picks despite drafting late. (03:00) Where does Dalton Rushing fit for the Dodgers? (10:00) A buffet of high-ceiling prospects to watch (19:00) Do we overrate Dodgers prospects? (29:00) ...
38m Feb 03, 2025
38m
2025 Draft Sleepers To Know
Carlos and Peter break down nine players they are excited about for the upcoming draft who rank beyond the top 100 range on the current draft board. Peter highlights five college arms he’s excited about, while Carlos sticks to the high school ranks and picks out a pair of shortstops, one athletic righthander and a legitimate two-way player. — Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (4:30) Cade Crossland (6...
48m Jan 31, 2025
48m
Blue Jays 2025 Top Prospects Deep Dive
Baseball America Editor-In-Chief JJ Cooper is joined by Prospect Maven Geoff Pontes to discuss the Blue Jays Top Prospects, led by lefthander Ricky Tiedemann. They talk about why this system may be a little better than you think, but also what's gone wrong over the past five years. (00:00) Everything about Ricky Tiedemann (12:30) Why Arjun Nimmala is on the cusp of the Top 100 (22:00) Other ...
48m Jan 30, 2025
48m
Rays 2025 Top MLB Prospects Deep Dive
JJ Cooper and Carlos Collazo are talking all about Rays prospects in the latest MLB Prospects Deep Dive. They discuss how hard it is to line up the Rays Top 10 (and beyond), why Carson Williams is the clear No. 1 prospect and the team's fascinating mix of high-ceiling talent and close-to-the-majors prospects. (00:00) Why was this Top 10 so hard to rank? (03:00) Sorting out high ceiling vs. sa...
51m Jan 29, 2025
51m
Athletics MLB Prospects Deep Dive
It was a very weird 2024 and it's sure to be an equally weird 2025 for the Athletics. On one hand, 2024 was a nightmare for A's fans, as the team played its final game in Oakland before heading to its temporary home in Sacramento for 2025. But 2024 did see the emergence of Brent Rooker, Lawrence Butler and a lineup that has made this a more respectable team. Mark Chiarelli and JJ Cooper discuss...
44m Jan 28, 2025
44m
Rockies MLB Prospects Deep Dive
Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are talking all about the Rockies farm system and the team's chances for 2025, 2026 and beyond. After acknowledging how difficult the task of winning in the NL West is, Geoff and JJ take a look at what the Rockies do well as well as what they need to do better. They take in-depth looks at the team's top two prospects: Chase Dollander and Charlie Condon before also dis...
45m Jan 27, 2025
45m
Cubs MLB Prospects Deep Dive
Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about the Chicago Cubs prospects. They look at what the Cubs have produced lately, who could be ready to help soon and some of the strengths and weaknesses of the system. (00:00) Is the rebuild that wasn't called a rebuild nearing an end? (04:00) Where does this farm system now rate compared to other teams? (08:00) Do they need another pitcher? ...
41m Jan 24, 2025
41m
Drafting Tools To Create The Best High School Hitters & Pitchers
Carlos and Peter go back and forth drafting the best high school tools among players in the 2025 class to create the best imaginary prospects possible. For hitters they have to pick the following: hit tool, raw power tool, running tool, fielding tool and arm tool. And for pitchers they have to assemble the following: fastball, slider, curveball, changeup and control/command. Which players do y...
59m Jan 24, 2025
59m
Top 100 Prospects Breakouts And Risers
Our first Top 100 Prospect video could only get through the Top 10 Prospects in 45 minutes. So we're back for Part II, and now, we're focused on everything other than the Top 10. Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper all pick multiple prospects they expect to break out in 2025, as well as looking at some prospects who got mixed reviews when we received feedback from industry sources. And t...
53m Jan 23, 2025
53m
Baseball America's 2025 Top 100 is Here
It's time! The Baseball America Top 100 Prospects rankings have been released, and Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper are excited to talk about them. We had too much good stuff to fit into one show, so we're doing two. This first show dives into who is No. 1 and why, other candidates for No. 1. We also make the case for other Top 10 Prospects who could end up being the best of the grou...
51m Jan 22, 2025
51m
Cardinals Farm System Deep Dive
Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the Cardinals farm system, what it's produced lately, where it's going and some of the prospects to watch. They also take a look at what Chaim Bloom will be tasked to do as St. Louis heads into the 2025 season. (00:00) What's gone wrong for a very successful franchise? (02:00) Self-evaluation has been a problem (05:00) The Cardinals Way and...
40m Jan 21, 2025
40m
Coby Mayo Joins; Comparing Roki Sasaki To Shohei Ohtani & Fresh Top 100 Preview | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 41
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes and Scout Braun welcome Orioles prospect Coby Mayo. We also dive into new Dodgers phenom Roki Sasaki's comparison to Shohei Ohtani and discuss why LA's reign may continue in an upcoming draft. Plus, we give a preview of the all-new Top 100 prospects list set to debut on Wednesday. Time Stamps (1:00) 2025 Top 100 prospects l...
32m Jan 20, 2025
32m
Atlanta Braves Farm System Deep Dive
In the first of 30 organizational deep dives, Carlos Collazo and JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at the Atlanta Braves farm system. They look at what the Braves have produced lately, why they are so pitching heavy, and what holes they can't fill internally. They also talk about some of the team's top prospects and a lesser-know prospect to keep an eye on. (00:00) What have the Braves produced ...
52m Jan 20, 2025
52m
Drafting Tools To Create The Best College Hitters & Pitchers
Carlos and Peter go back and forth drafting the best college tools among players in the 2025 draft class in an attempt to create the best imaginary prospects possible. For hitters they have to pick the following: hit tool, raw power tool, running tool, fielding tool and arm tool. And for pitchers they have to assemble the following: fastball, slider, curveball, changeup and control/command. Wh...
1hr 7m Jan 17, 2025
1hr 7m
Fantasy Podcast: Looking At The Top Prospects For Dynasty
It's officially prospect ranking season at Baseball America and the fantasy team is jumping into the mix with their Top Prospects For Fantasy list. Hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes discuss the names their most excited about in 2025. (3:00) Sasaki finalists, how would each location impact his future value. (8:00) Roki Sasaki vs Roman Anthony vs Kristian Campbell (12:00) Prospects we must have...
38m Jan 14, 2025
38m
Roki Sasaki and International Signing Day Chaos
Ben Badler and JJ Cooper discuss Roki Sasaki's decision, and especially what it has meant for the other international players who are planning to sign on Jan. 15. We've already seen a player switch what team they plan to sign with because of Sasaki-based delays, and Ben explains why we could see others. 00:00 Why this Is the craziest signing day of Badler's 18 years covering the international ...
35m Jan 13, 2025
35m
The 2025 ABCA & The Composition Of Top College Hitting Profiles
Carlos and Peter hop on the draft podcast for the first time in 2025 to talk about their experience at this year’s ABCA. The two talk about a love for I/O and a fun catch-and-throw talk by Vanderbilt coach Ty Blankmeyer, discuss some of their favorite defenders to watch and then talk about hitters at the top of the 2025 college class. There are some hitters who hammer the ball and some hitters ...
44m Jan 10, 2025
44m
Fantasy Podcast: Top 500 Dynasty Rankings For 2025 Fantasy Baseball
Dynasty rankings season comes to a close as we release the final list in the Dynasty Top 500. This list is a culmination of months of positional rankings by our fantasy team, so hosts Dylan and Geoff dive into their approach to the final rankings. We discussed in depth. (6:00) Dylan's process. (12:00) Geoff's process. (20:00) Combined Rankings. (23:00) How prospect value can swing wildly in s...
41m Jan 09, 2025
41m
Jac Caglianone Joins, College Baseball Changes & Grim Scouting Survey | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 40
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Jacob Rudner, Carlos Collazo & Scott Braun welcome Kansas City Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone to the show. We also discuss changes that could be coming to college baseball, including shrinking rosters, ghost runners and sticky substance checks. Plus, we take a look Baseball America's 2025 Scout Survey to analyze the state of the industry and whic...
37m Jan 07, 2025
37m
Fantasy Podcast: Top 150 Pitchers For 2025 Dynasty Baseball
The Baseball America fantasy podcast returns for one last show before the end of 2024. Dylan and Geoff dive into their final positional ranking of the offseason as they breakdown the top 150 pitchers for dynasty baseball. But first they get you up to date on all the recent signings and trades impacting dynasty rosters. (4:00) First Base Musical Chairs and Pete Alonso is still standing. (9:00)...
37m Dec 31, 2024
37m
Kyle Teel Joins, Grading Phillies' Luzardo Trade & Ban The Shift In College Baseball? | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 39
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler, Jacob Rudner and Scott Braun welcome White Sox catching prospect Kyle Teel to the show. The guys also dive into the Phillies' trade for Jesús Luzardo and question the rudderless Marlins organization. Plus, we a look at future rule changes in college baseball, why the NCAA can’t ban the shift and the looming legislation with major eligibil...
34m Dec 23, 2024
34m
MLB Trade Breakdowns, MLB Draft Lottery Winners & Losers | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 38
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes & Scott Braun weigh the returns of four big trades last week. Who did well and who could’ve gotten more? Plus, we take a look at winners & losers following last week’s MLB Draft Lottery with Carlos Collazo. Time Stamps (0:55) Red Sox/White Sox Garrett Crochet trade (7:15) Are catching prospects treated differently in trades? (10:50) Cu...
33m Dec 16, 2024
33m
Reacting To The Draft Lottery + A Full First Round Mock Draft
Carlos and Peter break down the third annual draft lottery. They talk through the process, pick out a few winners and losers and then discuss the first, way-too-early complete first round mock draft of the 2025 cycle. Players to know up top, a strong trio of college catchers and then a few more split-camp names at the back of the first round who are interesting for various reasons. — Time Sta...
40m Dec 13, 2024
40m
Fantasy Podcast: Outfielder Rankings For 2025 Dynasty Baseball
The Baseball America Fantasy Podcast is back with news from the Winter Meetings. Geoff is live in Dallas and Dylan is in cold in Canada but they bring you all the insight for fantasy on the players moved. We then finish off the show with some top names to target and some sleepers from our recently released Dynasty Outfielder Rankings. (2:30) Garrett Crochet Trade (9:00) Gimenez Trade (12:30) M...
35m Dec 12, 2024
35m
2024 Rule 5 Draft Wrap-Up
Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper take a look at every pick in the 2024 MLB Rule 5 Draft and explain why they were chosen and their chances to stick on MLB rosters. But then we get a little crazy and ping pong back and forth on MiLB Rule 5 picks as well. 00:00 Introduction 02:00 Garrett Crochet Trade Quick Thoughts 04:00 Explaining The Rule 5 Draft 05:30 Geoff and JJ's Favorite Picks 08:00 Marlin...
51m Dec 12, 2024
51m
How Mets Can Surround Soto, Yankees Prospect Focus & Draft Lottery Preview | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 37
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes, Carlos Collazo & Scott Braun discuss the state of the Mets and Yankees following the big Juan Soto news. Do the Mets have players to properly surround Soto? How will the Yankees regroup? The guys also tip their caps to the Padres, who were named Baseball America's 2024 Organization of the Year, before Carlos takes us through a Rule 5 dr...
29m Dec 09, 2024
29m
Reviewing 2024 NL West Draft Classes
Carlos and Peter complete their divisional draft review series of the 2024 draft class with the National League West. The two talk through each team’s draft, pick out players to know, sleepers they are intrigued with, standout debut performers and then pick out which class of the division they’re most excited about. — Time Stamps (3:30) D-backs (13:00) Rockies (30:45) Dodgers (39:00) Padres ...
1hr 17m Dec 06, 2024
1hr 17m
Fantasy Podcast: Middle Infield Rankings For 2025 Dynasty Baseball
This week on the Baseball America fantasy show hosts Dylan White and Geoff Pontes dig into the recent hot stove news as a handful of bigger names have new homes. While in the second half of the show they cover some targets and sleepers from the recently released Middle Infield Dynasty Rankings for 2025. (2:00) Blake Snell signing with Dodgers and looming Sasaki deal. (10:30) Jonathan India an...
50m Dec 04, 2024
50m
Roki Sasaki Landing Spots, Joey Loperfido Joins & Fantasy Sleepers| Hot Sheet Show Ep. 36
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes and Scott Braun welcome Blue Jays outfielder Joey Loperfido. The guys dive into the latest rumblings revolving around Japanese star Roki Sasaki’s possible MLB destination, and we take a look at dynasty fantasy baseball sleepers and early breakout rookies to watch in 2025. Time Stamps (1:00) Roki Sasaki's potential landing spots with Ben ...
35m Dec 02, 2024
35m
Rule 5 Draft Early Preview
If you're a regular listener/reader of Baseball America content, you probably know that we love the Rule 5 Draft. JJ Cooper and Geoff Pontes have Rule 5 Fever, which means we'll go in depth on what worked in the 2023 Rule 5 Draft, what doesn't usually work and also what players are catching our eyes for the 2024 Rule 5 Draft, set to be held on Dec. 11. 02:00 What Is The Rule 5 Draft 04:00 Exp...
42m Nov 29, 2024
42m
Reviewing 2024 NL Central Draft Classes
Carlos and Peter continue their divisional draft review series of the 2024 draft class with the National League Central. The two talk through each team’s draft, pick out players to know, sleepers they are intrigued with, standout debut performers and then pick out which class of the division they’re most excited about. — Time Stamps (3:00) Cubs (18:30) Reds (30:00) Brewers (41:00) Pirates (5...
1hr 16m Nov 27, 2024
1hr 16m
Fantasy Podcast: First Year Player Draft Top 100 And FYPD Sleepers
This week on the Baseball America fantasy podcast, Dylan and Geoff dive into the update and expanded First Year Player Draft rankings. We dive into the changes and additions to the top 50 before calling out some names to target in deeper FYPD settings. (2:00) Angels moves (8:00) Updated top 50 in FYPD (17:00) Kale Fountain (20:00) Tystus Cissell (23:00) Daniel Eagen (25:00) Cole Hertzler (28:0...
37m Nov 27, 2024
37m
Anthony Solometo Joins, Roki Sasaki Special Posting Exception & Fantasy Sleepers | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 35
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, JJ Cooper, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes & Scott Braun welcome Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect Anthony Solometo. Plus, the guys discuss how Roki Sasaki is primed to disrupt the international signing market. Should MLB make a special exception for the Japanese phenom? We also explore players available for the Rule 5 draft and take look at fantasy baseball sleepers,...
35m Nov 26, 2024
35m
Reviewing 2024 NL East Draft Classes
Carlos and Peter continue their divisional draft review series of the 2024 draft class with the National League East. The two talk through each team’s draft, pick out players to know, sleepers they are intrigued with, standout debut performers and then pick out which class of the division they are most excited about. — Time Stamps (3:30) Braves (15:00) Marlins (26:00) Mets (36:45) Phillies (...
1hr 8m Nov 22, 2024
1hr 8m
Fantasy Podcast: Corner Infield and Catcher Rankings
Rankings season has returned for the Baseball America fantasy team of Dylan White and Geoff Pontes. In our first installment of offseason dynasty rankings we cover first baseman, third baseman and catchers. (2:00) Introducing the 2025 Dynasty Rankings (5:00) No. 1 rankings (8:00) Is it time trade Jose Ramirez (11:00) Is an improving Red Sox lineup a boost for Devers fantasy value? (13:00) ...
47m Nov 20, 2024
47m
Chase Dollander Joins, National Signing Day Recap & Non-Tender Deadline Looms | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 34
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, we're joined by Rockies pitching prospect Chase Dollander while also recapping National Signing Day and discussing the non-tender deadline scheduled for 6 p.m. ET on Tuesday. Time Stamps (0:45) Peter Flaherty breaks down National Signing Day (8:30) Chase Dollander joins (14:15): Chase on transferring to Tennessee (15:45) Best players he's faced as a pro (16:...
35m Nov 18, 2024
35m
Reviewing 2024 AL West Draft Classes
Carlos and Peter are back to break down more 2024 draft classes in their third installment of this year’s series. This time it’s the AL West and plenty of college talk for a division that loaded up on four-year prospects. — Time Stamps (0:00) Intro (3:00) Astros (15:00) Angels (29:40) A’s (45:30) Mariners (56:20) Rangers (1:07:20) Which draft did we like best? Our Sponsors: * Check out Inde...
1hr 14m Nov 15, 2024
1hr 14m
90th Percentile: Brendan Donovan And The Art Of Maintaining Consistency
This week on the 90th Percentile we welcome back on Cardinals star Brendan Donovan. We discuss his offseason routines, how he maintains strength and stays "bouncy" throughout the season and much more. (4:00)       How consistent is your sleep, eating, and body maintenance during the season? (9:00) How much of a differentiator are these routines in terms of: o   advancing through amateur and ...
1hr 7m Nov 13, 2024
1hr 7m
Roki Sasaki Posting Soon, Brock Wilken Joins, NL Central Top Prospects | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 33
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler, Geoff Pontes and Scott Braun discuss Japanese superstar Roki Sasaki’s posting to MLB this offseason. Where does he rank among stateside pitching prospects, and why is he poised to upend the international prospect system? Plus, Brewers prospect Brock Wilken stops by fresh off his performance in the Arizona Fall League Home Run Derby before...
37m Nov 12, 2024
37m
Fantasy Podcast: How To Value Roki Sasaki In 2025 Fantasy Baseball
This week on the Baseball America Fantasy Podcast hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White discuss the exciting news of Roki Sasaki's forthcoming posting this winter. They breakdown his value in dynasty as well as redraft in 2025, before ranking out the updated FYPD Top 10. (2:00) Roki Sasaki Is Coming To MLB. (10:00) How To Value Sasaki in Redraft. (15:00) Value Of The No. 1 Pick. (18:00) Tradin...
45m Nov 12, 2024
45m
Scouting Japanese Pitcher Roki Sasaki
Baseball America prospect maven Geoff Pontes and editor-in-chief JJ Cooper take an in-depth look at Roki Sasaki, the righthander whose posting has shaken up the offseason MLB free agent market. Geoff dives into the analytics to spot some noticeable trends in Sasaki's stuff. And the two debate where Sasaki will most likely go, as well as where he'd make the biggest impact. 00:00 Who Is Roki Sas...
52m Nov 11, 2024
52m
Reviewing 2024 AL Central Draft Classes
Carlos and Peter continue their 2024 draft review series with the American League Central. Class breakdowns, sleeper picks, names to know and at the end of the show we give our picks for favorite of the division. — Time Stamps (0:00) Intro/Banter (4:00) White Sox (8:00) White Sox high school picks (11:00) White Sox sleepers (13:30) Guardians (17:15) Braylon Doughty & Joey Oakie (20:00) Guard...
1hr 12m Nov 08, 2024
1hr 12m
Fantasy Podcast: Top Prospects For 2025 Redraft Leagues
The fantasy podcast is back and we're slowly creeping into rankings season on this week's episode. Hosts Geoff Pontes and Dylan White open the show with a discussion of Dylan's very early NFBC Draft Champions draft. We cover strategy and overall build before jumping into today's primary topic: redraft prospects. Often the biggest difference makers based on ADP return top prospects can be the di...
45m Nov 05, 2024
45m
Griff McGarry Joins; NL East Top 10 Prospects | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 32
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Geoff Pontes and Scott Braun welcome Phillies pitching prospect Griff McGarry (https://www.baseballamerica.com/players/6283-griff-mcgarry/) to dish on his Arizona Fall League experience. Plus, we take look at fresh NL East Top 10 prospect lists being unveiled on the BA website this week (https://www.baseballamerica.com/stories/atlanta-braves-2025-top...
32m Nov 04, 2024
32m
Reviewing 2024 AL East Draft Classes
Now that we’re officially in the offseason, Carlos and Peter hop on the draft pod for the first of a six-part series looking back at 2024 draft classes. Up first, the American League East. The two give overviews on the class, talk through surprising picks, picks they like, dig into sleepers to know and highlight early pro performers from each class. — Time Stamps (1:00) Intro (5:00) Orioles ...
1hr 12m Nov 01, 2024
1hr 12m
World Series Wrap-Up: Congrats To The Dodgers & What's Next For The Yankees
Geoff Pontes and JJ Cooper are giving the Dodgers their due. Los Angeles has won its second title in the past five seasons with its Game 5 win over the Yankees. We're talking about that and what's ahead for both teams. 0:01 What will you remember most from that five-run inning? 0:05 Freddie Freeman, what a World Series. 0:08 Who would be your other Dodgers stars of the Series? 14:30 What do...
53m Oct 31, 2024
53m
90th Percentile: Dr. Nick Serio Of VeloU
This week on the 90th Percentile Podcast hosts Geoff Pontes and Matt Pajak welcome on Dr. Nick Serio of Velo U. We discuss Nick's work with pitchers and how they get exciting results through advanced training, arm care and the idea of disappearing projection. (1:00) Introducing Dr. Nick Serio of VeloU (4:00) Physical Assessment Process And Identifying Key Attributes. (9:00) Elements Of The Ass...
58m Oct 31, 2024
58m
Cooper Adams Joins; 8 Strong International Signing Classes | Hot Sheet Show Ep. 31
On this week's Hot Sheet Show, J.J. Cooper, Ben Badler & Scott Braun are joined by Red Sox pitching prospect Cooper Adams (https://www.baseballamerica.com/players/1370679-cooper-adams/) to discuss Boston's approach to pitching development, adjusting to pro ball and more. Plus, we discuss a big college commitment flip for the reigning national champs, and Ben dishes on his top international sig...
34m Oct 28, 2024
34m
Starting The Hype For 2026 Shortstops Jacob Lombard & Grady Emerson
Carlos and Peter hop on the draft podcast to talk about Peter’s first experience at Jupiter. The standout players for him were the top-ranked high school players of the 2026 class: Grady Emerson and Jacob Lombard. What makes them so dynamic and exciting? After that Peter talks through a number of 2025 outfielders who impressed in some form or fashion before hitting on a few pitchers of note an...
45m Oct 25, 2024
45m
The Big Event: Dodgers vs. Yankees, the BA World Series Preview
A clash of the titans has BA's JJ Cooper and Geoff Pontes excited. In our World Series Preview, we look at how this is the matchup of the two heavyweights from the 2024 season, with lineups stuff with MVP caliber players. But we also take a look at how these bullpens were developed differently, why the Dodgers lack of starting pitching may not be as much of a problem as expected and who we thin...
33m Oct 24, 2024
33m