Mondesi makes historic debut in Series
Kansas City Royals top prospect Raul Mondesi made history on Friday night by becoming the first player in baseball history to make his Major League debut during the World Series.
View ArticleRobber Amaral walks away with MiLBY
Reds' Beau Amaral stole a home run to win Top Play, A's slugger Jaycob Brugman drilled his way to Top Home Run and a Whitecaps race went haywire for Top Blooper.
View ArticleReed, Musgrove led deep Astros system
First baseman A.J. Reed and right-handed starting pitcher Joe Musgrove pick up spots as Organization All-Stars in what was a sterling year for Houston Astros prospects.
View ArticleBraves net Newcomb, Ellis from Angels
The Braves acquired pitchers Sean Newcomb and Chris Ellis along with Erick Aybar from the Angels in exchange for Andrelton Simmons and catcherJose Briceno on Thursday.
View ArticleO'Hearn, Martinez post big seasons for KC
Jose Martinez led all full-season Minor Leaguers in batting while first baseman Ryan O'Hearn topped Kansas City's system in homers in an unforgettable 2015 season for the Royals.
View ArticleGlendale notes: Farmer catches up in AFL
Kyle Farmer, the Dodgers' No. 24 prospect, is continuing his development behind the plate while getting valuable additional innings with the Desert Dogs.
View ArticleDouble-A Texas League unveils new logo
The Texas League announced the creation of a new logo for the eight-team Double-A league. One of the most historic of all of the minor leagues, the Texas League has been in operation since 1888.
View ArticleNunez, Olson came up big for A's in 2015
Matt Olson and Renato Nunez had dynamic seasons in Double-A Midland's infield -- which sweeps Oakland's Org. All-Star slots -- while the A's restocked their farm system at the trade deadline.
View ArticleLegendary Mikulik returning to Frisco
Manager Joe Mikulik returns to the helm of the Frisco RoughRiders, Double-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers, where he will serve in his second season as the manager.
View ArticleOutfield trio headlines Padres All-Stars
The last 12 months have seen significant turnover in the Padres system, with prospects dealt (and received) in trades and new players emerging to become Organization All-Stars during the 2015 season.
View ArticleTexas League president Kayser to retire
Texas League president Tom Kayser announced today his intention to retire prior to the 2017 season, closing a 25-year run as the leader of the historic loop.
View ArticleRangers' Brinson, Mazara bring star power
Outfielders Lewis Brinson and Nomar Mazara took big steps toward being Major League-ready in 2015, while third baseman Joey Gallo slugged his way to his debut in "The Show."
View ArticleGarko takes over as Drillers manager
The Tulsa Drillers announced today that Ryan Garko will serve as the team's manager for the 2016 season, the club's second as an affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers.
View ArticleManager Wilson returning to Naturals
The Kansas City Royals announced to the return of manager Vance Wilson to Northwest Arkansas for his third consecutive season at the helm of the Naturals.
View ArticleGriffey, Piazza took separate paths to Hall
Ken Griffey Jr., who becomes the first No. 1 overall pick in the Hall of Fame, took the fast lane through the Minors while Mike Piazza, the Hall's lowest Draft pick, needed more time to develop.
View ArticleCardinals bring back Bilardello as skipper
Springfield Cardinals keep Dann Bilardello as manager and Jason Simontacchi as pitching coach, but bring on Ramon Ortiz has the new hitting coach.
View ArticleCardinals' Reyes apologizes for drug use
Speaking at the team's annual Caravan and Winter Warm-up on Sunday, Cardinals top prospect Alex Reyes said he's sorry for the failed drug test that led to a 50-game suspension.
View ArticleFamily, baseball help Astros' Devenski thrive
As a teenager, Astros prospect Chris Devenski used the game to stay on the right path. That journey led to a breakout season and a dominant playoff run last year.
View ArticleUrias, De Leon among Dodgers' invitees
Julio Urias, MLB.com's top left-handed pitching prospect at age 19, was among the 16 non-roster invitations to Major League Spring Training extended by the Dodgers on Monday. He'll be joined by Jose...
View ArticleBatting Around: Frisco fans in for a treat?
Not content to just have a pool, the Frisco RoughRiders want to build a lazy river in right field at Dr Pepper Ballpark. Batting Around also includes news from Hartford, High Desert and Las Vegas.
View ArticleProspect Q&A: Brinson climbing the ranks
Outfielder Lewis Brinson shot through three levels last season en route to the best performance of his four-year career. The 21-year-old reflected on that breakout year and what 2016 might hold.
View ArticleProspect Projections: AL West rookies
Rangers top prospect Joey Gallo profiles as one of the game's top sluggers, but he has more to work on before he can do damage in the Major Leagues.
View ArticleRenfroe among Padres' non-roster invitees
Hunter Renfroe, the Padres' No. 2 prospect, has been invited to Major League camp at Spring Training, a year after thriving in a brief Triple-A debut.
View ArticleThe Show Before the Show: Episode 47
Royals top pitching prospect Kyle Zimmer joins the Minor League Baseball podcast to talk about overcoming injuries, his future role with Kansas City and his AL Central sibling rivalry.
View ArticleRoughRiders' 'Lazy River' makes big splash
Frisco's Dr Pepper Ballpark will soon boast a 3,000-square aquatic attraction in right field. It has been rapturously received and the team plans to make it a year-round draw.
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