- Paul Skenes
First round pick in the 2024 draft, Paul Skenes has gone to the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pitcher known for his dominant performance in college at LSU, and a fastball thrown at speeds of over 100mph, Paul Skenes is someone to keep an eye on this season. While currently assigned to the minor league Indianapolis Indians, it would not be a wild guess to say he will be seen in the Majors this year.
- Colt Keith
Third baseman, Colt Kieth, drafted 22nd by the Detroit Tigers has already made a splash in the big leagues. The 22 year old signed a massive $28.6 million dollar contract for 6 years, and the Tigers invested in his potential due to his hard contact, strength, and bat speed, which all contributed to his ability to hit for power and average. Coupled with his defensive prowess, Kieth will be a core player on the Tigers, and bring their infield together.
- Jackson Holliday
The 20 year old son of former big leaguer Matt Holliday was drafted first by the Orioles back in 2022 and is expected to make a big splash in his first MLB season this year. After spending a year in the minors, his exciting debut this year is heavily anticipated and many people think he will be one of the best new players in baseball. His athletic approach to the game makes him a valuable defensive asset at shortstop, as well as a heavy hitter for the Orioles. Saugus Senior, Nathan Tooma says that out of all the new plates this year, he is, “most excited to watch Jackson Holliday play for the Orioles.”
- Jackson Chourio
The second Jackson on this list is a 20 year old prospect out of Venezuela. Chourio will start the season with the Brewers in the outfield. The exciting prospect is an all around good player with a heavy focus on being a contact hitter. Chourio consistently got on base during spring training and in winter leagues, as well as his contact and speed being a factor in his scouting report. He also set the record for the largest contract signed before an MLB debut with an 8 year $82 million contract.
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto
Finally, the number 1 spot goes to Yoshinobu Yamamoto. After dominating the leagues in Japan, and signing a monster deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers, everyone’s expectations are high for this possible Dodgers ace pitcher.
