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30 Intriguing Spring Training Performances
Plus: 10 pitchers with velo gains, NCAA data standouts, scouting Derek Curiel & More
Intriguing Spring Training Performances For Every Team
Spring training is already rounding second, with just two weeks until teams break camp and head home for the start of the 2026 regular season.
With that in mind, we wanted to take a look at prospects (or recently graduated prospects who have yet to establish themselves in the big leagues) who have stood out for their performance or situation with each club this spring. Highlights include:
Several prospects looking to make Opening Day rosters
A breakout Red Sox candidate
An 18-year-old Giants SS getting MLB camp ABs
SPRING VELO GAINS
10 Pitching Prospects Showing Velocity Gains This Spring
With Grapefruit and Cactus League games underway and Statcast data now available for all games due to the ABS challenge system, it’s easier than ever to identify pitchers who made changes over the winter.
Velocity changes immediately stand out, as increased spring training radar readings can signal a potential breakout. Pitchers still must prove they can hold these gains into the regular season and sustain them over longer outings, but any pitcher with increased velocity is worth monitoring.
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COLLEGE DATA DARLINGS
Brendan Lawson, Eric Nachtsheim & More College Data Standouts From Week 4
Each week during the college baseball season, Geoff Pontes will be digging into college performances from an analytical angle, looking at advanced data to identify pitchers, hitters and underclassmen making a splash.
For hitters, he’ll highlight exit velocity, barrels and contact metrics. On the pitching side, he’ll discuss velocity, movement and arsenal depth. Here’s who stood out in Week 4.
TOP DRAFT PROSPECTS
Scouting Derek Curiel: A Polished Pure Hitter With Power Questions
BA draft expert Carlos Collazo continues his MLB Draft scouting series with a deep dive into the profile of LSU outfielder Derek Curiel.
Despite boasting some of the best contact skills in the class, Curiel is one of the more polarizing prospects at the top of the 2026 draft board. Check out Carlos’ full report for breakdowns of Curiel’s swing, tools, physical traits and more.
Want to go even deeper on the 2026 class? Submit your questions for Carlos Collazo’s latest draft chat today at 2 p.m.
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