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MLB Pitching Prospects Who Could Touch 100 MPH In 2021

Josh Norris identifies the hardest thrower from each team's instructional league in 2020, some of whom are already topping out in triple-digits.
Liover Peguero Focuses On Defensive Work

The toolsy, 20-year-old shortstop has worked on getting his defense on par with his potent bat.
Greg Jones Enjoys Competition At Big League Camp

The 2019 first-rounder competed among a talented group of middle infielders in the Rays' organization.
Nick Yorke Holds His Own Against Advanced Competition

The 2020 first-rounder has exceeded expectations early in his pro career, showing an advanced hitting approach.
Nolan Gorman Tries Out New Position

With Nolan Arenado entrenched at third base in St. Louis, Gorman spent time taking reps at another infield spot.
Eight 2020 MLB Draft Picks Who Helped Their Stock Since Signing

Early pro reports on prospects who have trended up since draft day last year.
MLB Delays Start Of Triple-A Season, Plans To Set Up Alternate Sites In April

MLB has canceled the first month of the Triple-A season because of continuing concerns from the coronavirus pandemic.
How Five Top 100 Prospects Coped With Lost Development Time In 2020

Examining the challenges facing five players from five different countries without a season of minor league games due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Kristian Robinson Finds Ways To Salvage 'Lost Year' Of 2020 Development Time

One of baseball's most tantalizing prospects, Kristian Robinson is the type of player hurt most by the lost year of minor league games.
Alejandro Kirk's Ascension Poses Unusual Development Questions For Blue Jays

Toronto promoted Kirk to the majors despite just 71 career games of high-A experience. Did he do enough in 2020 to alter his timeframe?

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