MLB instituted its first Amateur Player Draft in 1965, and since then, over 50 players have been drafted and then elected to the Hall of Fame. From the MLB Draft to the Hall of Fame Rounds with the Most Picks Not surprisingly, the round with the most Hall of Famers is the first round. Another predictable fact is that the first three rounds contain the most Hall of Famers. … [Read more...] about Dozens of MLB Draft Picks Went On to Be Hall of Famers
Phillies Putting Too Much Pressure on Top Prospects
The Philadelphia Phillies are putting an enormous amount of pressure on top prospects Andrew Painter and Justin Crawford. In the span of a few days, the rival New York Mets have traded for Freddy Peralta and Luis Robert Jr., continuing to reshape their team this offseason. Peralta is a starting pitcher like Painter, and Robert is an outfielder like Crawford. Bo Bichette ended … [Read more...] about Phillies Putting Too Much Pressure on Top Prospects
Three Cubs Prospects to Watch in 2026
After a fantastic offseason, it’s easy to get distracted with the Chicago Cubs and how well they should play in 2026. The team’s playoff window is wide open for the foreseeable future. Excitement is as heightened as it’s been in the last decade. Not to be forgotten are the team’s core group of prospects. They are those who will look to keep the big league team’s playoff window … [Read more...] about Three Cubs Prospects to Watch in 2026
Yankees Standing Firm on Bellinger Offer; Posada and Cervelli Reunite for WBC
Tuesday’s edition of “Yankees Hot Stove” hosted by Jack Curry and Michael Kay was more of the same. A common theme this offseason is the lack of information provided on the program. Latest on Bellinger The Yankees are holding firm on their five-year, $155–$160 million offer for Cody Bellinger. They have already amended the deal to include opt-outs after the second and third … [Read more...] about Yankees Standing Firm on Bellinger Offer; Posada and Cervelli Reunite for WBC
Report: Mets Swing Late Night Trade for Luis Robert Jr.
A trade many speculated could happen this offseason has finally come to fruition. Late Tuesday night, the New York Mets and Chicago White Sox agreed to a deal. New York is acquiring center fielder Luis Robert Jr., while Chicago receives infielder Luisangel Acuña and right-handed pitching prospect Truman Pauley, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Shortly after the report surfaced, … [Read more...] about Report: Mets Swing Late Night Trade for Luis Robert Jr.