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\nTop 50 graphic design by Michael Packard, @CollectingPack<\/a> on Twitter<\/p>\n

Toronto Blue Jays<\/p>\n

AL East
2025 record: 94-68 (1st)<\/p>\n

MiLB affiliates
Triple-A: Buffalo Bisons
Double-A: New Hampshire Fisher Cats
High-A: Vancouver Canadians
Single-A: Dunedin Blue Jays<\/p>\n

2025 End-Of-Season farm system rank: #18
Jeremy Mahy\u2019s organization take from our 2025 End-Of-Season Farm System Rankings<\/a>:
What a story Trey Yesavage was. He started out the year in Single-A and finished with 3 wins in the playoffs with the Jays. Ricky Tiedemann and Gage Stanifer might join him at the major league level soon. Shortstops Arjun Nimmala and JoJo Parker are tooled up and could both be impact players if they develop.<\/p>\n

Prospects1500 writers who contributed to this column and rankings: Greg Bracken (@gregbracken07<\/a>), Scott Greene (@Scotty_Ballgame<\/a>), Shaun Kernahan (@ShaunKernahan<\/a>), Tony Bps (@tonybps1<\/a>), and Jeremy Mahy (@JMahyfam<\/a>). The writer\u2019s Twitter handle follows each player write-up or paragraph.<\/p>\n

Prospects1500 Tiers:
Tier 1: Players with high expectations of both making the majors and playing at an All-Star level for a number of years
Tier 2: Players with an above-average expectation of making the majors and being a solid contributor
Tier 3: Players with an average expectation of making the majors and being a solid contributor
Tier 4: Players who have the potential to make the majors; possible sleeper candidates for sustained MLB success
Tier 5: Players of interest, worth keeping an eye on, who may make (or have made) the majors but provide minimal impact<\/p>\n

Levels listed for each player are the highest levels player reached in 2025<\/p>\n

Tier 1<\/p>\n

1. Trey Yesavage<\/a>, RHP, 22, MLB
Yesavage is still considered a prospect after 16 regular season innings where he impressed in two of his three starts. Then came the postseason and he looked even better, topping out with a 12 strikeout performance over 7 innings in a Game 5 victory over the Dodgers. This was all done after starting the season in A-ball for the Blue Jays. Over four levels, he struck out 160 in 98 innings last season with a 3.12 ERA and a 0.969 WHIP. Pretty impressive showing for a 21-year-old. Yesavage has the makings of a true ace once he becomes more consistent and has a spot lined up in Toronto\u2019s rotation. (@tonybps1)<\/p>\n

Tier 2<\/p>\n

2. Kazuma Okamoto<\/a>, 3B\/1B, 29, International signee
Okamoto brings a polished, professional offensive presence into the Blue Jays system, offering one of the safest hit\/power profiles in the organization. He\u2019s an all-fields power bat with above-average game pop and strong bat-to-ball skills, rarely missing fastballs and consistently staying in the zone to produce hard contact at efficient launch angles. While the raw exit velocities aren\u2019t elite, the consistency of the contact quality allows the power to play comfortably into home run production. Defensively, he provides real value at either corner, being a potential double plus defender at first base with enough ability to handle third when needed. With veteran experience and a refined approach, he projects as an immediate lineup stabilizer capable of settling into the middle of the order and delivering steady production. (@ShaunKernahan)<\/p>\n

3. JoJo Parker<\/a>, SS, 19, High school
Opening last summer it was Jacob who had the most intriguing offensive profile of the Parker twins, but it wasn\u2019t long before JoJo was the one to follow. He pairs a legitimate hit\/power combination with athleticism and feel at the plate. He hits from an open stance with a leg kick and some bat wrap, but maintains good balance and a smooth stroke that allows him to use all fields and consistently produce quality gap power. The bat speed and strength show up in game, and while he\u2019s not a burner, he runs well enough to add value on the bases and pressure defenses. Defensively, there are real questions about whether he sticks at shortstop long term, as the body and actions may ultimately move him to the hot corner. Even if a move comes, the offensive foundation gives him a chance to profile comfortably, with the bat carrying the profile and giving him a clear path to impact within the organization. (@ShaunKernahan)<\/p>\n

4. Arjun Nimmala<\/a>, SS, 20, High-A
Nimmala\u2019s 2025 season numbers don\u2019t really stand out as he struggled a bit in the second half which brought them down. He had a .846 OPS over the first half and dropped his strikeout numbers at the same time, and hit 12 of his 13 home runs in that first half. He\u2019s still only 19 years old and Toronto\u2019s development team is as good as any in the game. With Nimmala\u2019s tools, he should have a solid 2026 season and could see time in the high minors later this season and should develop even more power as he matures. (@tonybps1)<\/p>\n

Tier 3<\/p>\n

5. Johnny King<\/a>, LHP, 19, Single-A
6. Gage Stanifer<\/a>, RHP, 22, Double-A
7. Ricky Tiedemann<\/a>, LHP, 23, Injured (Triple-A in 2024)<\/p>\n

King has climbed the Jays prospect rankings rather quickly, and the left-hander is likely enroute to High-A Vancouver as a 19-year-old. The 2024 third round pick out of Naples (FL) High School dazzled in his pro debut last year, posting a 2.48 ERA and 15.3 K\/9 across 61.2 FCL and Single-A innings. Stanifer, one of the Jays\u2019 2025 breakout stars, was drafted in 2022 out of high school, and it\u2019s been a traditional trek in the minors, debuting in Rookie ball in 2023, then pitching across Single-A, High-A and eventually Double-A for a couple games in 2025. Expect him to spend most of this season with New Hampshire as he\u2019s now the top right-hander in the system behind Yesavage. 2026 has to be a make or break year for Tiedemann, in the hopes that he can come back, pitch, and avoid further injury. The former top prospect in the system was seemingly on the cusp of the bigs in 2023 when he dealt with shoulder and biceps issues. Then underwent TJS in 2024 and missed all of last season. (@Scotty_Ballgame)<\/p>\n

Tier 4<\/p>\n

8. Jake Bloss<\/a>, RHP, 24, Triple-A
9. Yohendrick Pinango<\/a>, OF, 23, Triple-A
10. Juan Sanchez<\/a>, 3B\/SS, 18, Rookie (DSL)
11. Jake Cook<\/a>, OF, 22, College
12. RJ Schreck<\/a>, OF, 25, Triple-A
13. Josh Kasevich<\/a>, SS, 25, Triple-A
14. Victor Arias<\/a>, OF, 22, Double-A
15. Sean Keys<\/a>, 3B\/1B, 22, High-A
16. Charles McAdoo<\/a>, 3B, 23, Double-A<\/p>\n

Bloss, who came over to Toronto in the Yusei Kikuchi trade, had UCL surgery in May following only six Triple-A appearance for Buffalo. He\u2019ll look to return later in 2026 if he doesn\u2019t need full Tommy John reconstruction.\u2028Pinango put together a solid campaign across AA\/AAA, and the 23-year-old is one of the Bisons outfielders who could possibly get the call in 2026. The Jays selected Cook in the third round of the 2025 MLB Draft out of University of Southern Mississippi, and he\u2019ll debut this spring, hoping his proven college tools match up well against professional pitching.\u2028Schreck, a 9th round pick (Seattle) out of Vanderbilt in 2023, will get a look this spring as a non-roster invitee, but appears to be in a Triple-A position battle for time in the outfield.\u2028Sanchez is an exciting 17-year-old who looked really good in the Dominican Summer League, slashing .341\/.439\/.565\/1.004 with eight home runs. It would be nice to see him make his stateside debut in the Florida Complex League this summer.\u2028Corner infielder Keys showed some power during his 2025 season at High-A, launching 19 bombs, and hopes to continue that trend in New Hampshire at some point this coming season.\u2028McAdoo could spend part of three years in Double-A if he\u2019s back with the Fisher Cats to begin 2026. The 23-year-old outfielder is in his third season with Toronto since coming over from Pittsburgh for IKF. (Scotty_Ballgame)<\/p>\n

Tier 5<\/p>\n

17. Tim Piasentin<\/a>, 3B, 18, High school
18. Adrian Pinto<\/a>, 2B, 23, High-A
19. Micah Bucknam<\/a>, RHP, 22, College
20. Brandon Barriera<\/a>, LHP, 21, Rookie (FCL)
21. Edward Duran<\/a>, C, 21, High-A
22. Adam Macko<\/a>, LHP, 25, Triple-A
23. Angel Bastardo<\/a>, RHP, 23, Injured (Double-A in 2024)
24. Blaine Bullard<\/a>, OF, 19, High school
25. Silvano Hechavarria<\/a>, RHP, 22, High-A
26. Fernando Perez<\/a>, RHP, 21, Double-A
27. Elaineiker Coronado<\/a>, 2B\/SS, 18, Rookie (DSL)
28. Cutter Coffey<\/a>, 3B\/2B, 21, High-A
29. Lazaro Estrada<\/a>, RHP, 26, MLB
30. Sam Shaw<\/a>, 2B\/OF, 20, High-A
31. Cristopher Polanco<\/a>, SS, 18, Rookie (DSL)
32. Tucker Toman<\/a>, 3B, 22, High-A
33. Austin Cates<\/a>, RHP, 22, High-A
34. Jared Spencer<\/a>, LHP, 22, College
35. Jorge Burgos<\/a>, OF, 23, Double-A
36. Jace Bohrofen<\/a>, OF, 24, Double-A
37. Landen Maroudis<\/a>, RHP, 21, Single-A
38. Manuel Beltre<\/a>, SS, 21, Single-A
39. Spencer Miles<\/a>, RHP, 25, Injured (Rookie (ACL) in 2024)
40. Javen Coleman<\/a>, LHP, 24, High-A
41. Dahian Santos<\/a>, RHP, 22, Injured (Double-A in 2024)
42. Eric Snow<\/a>, SS\/2B, 21, Single-A
43. Hedbert Perez<\/a>, OF, 22, Double-A
44. Carson Messina<\/a>, RHP, 19, Rookie (FCL)
45. Kendry Chirinos<\/a>, 1B, 21, Single-A
46. Cade Doughty<\/a>, 2B\/3B, 24, Double-A
47. Jake Casey<\/a>, OF, 22, Single-A
48. Ryan Jennings<\/a>, RHP, 26, Triple-A
49. Chay Yeager<\/a>, RHP, 23, Double-A
50. Kennew Blanco<\/a>, SS\/2B, 19, Rookie (DSL)<\/p>\n

Pinto\u2019s development has been stalled due to injuries in the last two seasons, but he has displayed excellent contact when on the field. Bucknam, the Jays\u2019 fourth-round pick last year, doesn\u2019t have a high-octane fastball but it does have good spin, and he pairs it with a slider that could be a true out pitch. Duran is a plus defender behind the plate and in A-ball last year he put up respectable offensive numbers. Coronado had a stellar DSL debut last year, slashing .346\/.504\/.383 while walking twice as often as he struck out. Polanco was the Jays\u2019 top international signing in 2025. He\u2019s a plus defender with plus speed and a solid feel for contact, but he doesn\u2019t project for much power. Toman, a 2022 second round pick, had struggled in A-ball over the past few years but looks like he started to put things together last season. Miles, selected in the Rule-5 draft from the Giants, missed most of the 2025 season recovering from TJ surgery before pitching in the AFL to end the season. He will have to remain on the Jays roster all season or be returned to the Giants. The questions around Casey, who was drafted in the 15th round last year, were how his skills would translate against a stiffer level of competition. If he can build on his stellar Single-A debut from last season, those questions could be answered and the Jays might have a themselves a steal. (@JMahyfam)<\/p>\n

Author<\/p>\n

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Prospects1500 is your comprehensive dynasty league resource, featuring deep MLB\/MiLB top prospect lists, news and rankings.<\/p>\n

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Greg covers the Toronto Blue Jays organization for Prospects1500. Born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, a long-suffering fan of both the Blue Jays and the Toronto Maple Leafs. For more than 15 years now a participant\/commish in many dynasty baseball leagues, all with extremely deep minor league rosters. Follow on X @gregbracken07.<\/p>\n

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President of Prospects1500. Founder of Diamond Duos dynasty fantasy baseball leagues and the MLB Fantasy Playoffs Parlay. Participant and champion in several dynasty\/fantasy baseball and football leagues. Sales Manager for Reminder Publishing by day. Huge Bruce Springsteen and pro wrestling fan. Along with his wife and two boys, lives in Longmeadow, MA. Follow on Twitter at @Scotty_Ballgame<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Jeremy covers the St Louis organization and contributes on Prospects of the Week for Prospects1500. Born and raised in the Midwest, he is a lifelong fan of the Birds on the Bat. You can follow him on Twitter @JMahyfam<\/a> for more baseball content.<\/p>\n

“Love is the most important thing in the world, but baseball is pretty good, too.” -Yogi Berra<\/p>\n

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Shaun Kernahan is the MLB Draft correspondent for Prospects1500. When not at a game, chances are the TV and\/or tablet has a game on and he has a notepad out taking notes. When not scouting draft prospects, he is the Director of Baseball Operations for the Mile High Collegiate Baseball League, a collegiate wood bat league in Colorado. Shaun can be found on Twitter at @ShaunKernahan<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Tony Bps Spina is a lifelong baseball fan hailing from the City of Brotherly Love – Philadelphia! Tony has loved baseball since 1980 and has followed the Phillies through good and bad times. Tony is married with 3 kids and works for a financial institution but has enough free time to play in 20 fantasy baseball leagues with 75% of them being Dynasty Leagues. He lives a few blocks away from Citizens Bank Park and attends many Phillies games per year in addition to their minor league teams in Lehigh Valley and Reading. He can be reached on Twitter at @TonyBps1.<\/p>\n

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