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Latest Stories

Dodgers Top Prospects, 40-Man Roster Decisions & Brewers’ Unique Draft Strategy | Hot Sheet Show

On this week’s Hot Sheet Show, we dig into Ben Badler’s recent story on the Brewers’ draft approach, plus 40-man roster decisions and the Dodgers’ system.

Majors

40-Man Rosters For Every MLB Team Ahead Of 2025 Roster Protection Deadline

With many moves set to occur Tuesday in advance of next month’s Rule 5 Draft, here’s a snapshot of where each team’s 40-man roster stands.

Majors

One Difficult 40-Man Roster Decision For Every MLB Team

There’s a long history of Rule 5 draft picks becoming successful big leaguers. Here’s one tough decision for every team in 2025.

Minors

The Arizona Fall League Has A Pitching Problem—Here Are 5 Potential Fixes

It’s no secret the quality of Arizona Fall League pitching has declined in recent years. Josh Norris spoke with scouts and league executives about how to fix it.

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Minors

5 Arizona Fall League Players Who Made Their Case For 40-Man Roster Protection In 2025

Ahead of Tuesday’s 40-man roster deadline, Josh Norris spotlights eligible players whose Arizona Fall League performances could make them worth protecting.

Latest Podcasts

NL Central Farm System Reviews | Future Projection

In this week’s Future Projection, Ben and Carlos continue their annual farm system review series with a look at the NL Central.

Top 40 Catchers For Dynasty In 2026 | Fantasy Podcast

On this week’s Fantasy Podcast, we break down our ranking of the top catcher options for dynasty managers in 2026.

How Soon Can The Pirates Become A Playoff Team? | Prospect Podcast

On this week’s Prospect Podcast, J.J. and Geoff take a closer look at the Pirates and wonder how close they could be to playoff contention.

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2025 College Baseball National Signing Day Preview | College Podcast

In this week’s College Baseball Podcast, Jacob Rudner and Peter Flaherty get ready for National Signing Day with a look at top classes & names to know.