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The Los Angeles Angels<\/a> are excited about a bevy of young arms, led by right-hander Tyler Bremner. The Seattle Mariners<\/a> have a budding star in 20-year-old infielder Colt Emerson. Finally, the Texas Rangers<\/a> have a pair of promising young shortstops<\/a> in Sebastian Walcott and Gavin Fien.<\/p>\n Athlon Sports identified each team’s top 10 prospects heading into this season for our 2026 MLB Preview magazine<\/a>. The results are below.<\/p>\n More MLB top prospects lists: Advertisement<\/p>\n Athletics Athletics shortstop Leo de Vries prepares to play in his team’s exhibition game against the San Francisco Giants at Scottsdale Stadium on Feb. 23, 2026.Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images<\/p>\n (Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images)<\/p>\n Leo De Vries, SS (19) Considered the top international player in 2024, he has defensive range and a strong arm and seems likely to settle at SS.<\/p>\n Jamie Arnold, LHP (22) Scouts liken him to a young Chris Sale thanks to strikeout-inducing high-80s slider.<\/p>\n Gage Jump, LHP (22) Displayed a 97 mph fastball and crisp breaking pitches at High-A and Double-A.<\/p>\n Braden Nett, RHP (23) Can hit 99 mph with his fastball. Also has a cutter, slider, curve and change.<\/p>\n Henry Bolte, OF (22) Has a strong arm and great speed that translated to 44 steals in 46 attempts in \u201925.<\/p>\n Devin Taylor, OF (22) Showed power promise during his debut at Single-A Stockton.<\/p>\n Tommy White, 3B (23) The A\u2019s went over slot to sign him for $3 million in 2024. Nicknamed \u201cTommy Tanks\u201d for his power.<\/p>\n Henry Baez, RHP (23) Minor League Pitcher of the Year for the Padres organization in 2024.<\/p>\n Mason Barnett, RHP (25) Has four pitches (a mid-90s fastball, curve, change and sweeper).<\/p>\n Joshua Kuroda-Grauer, SS (23) He has the range and the instincts of a shortstop, but his arm strength may see him settle in at 2B.<\/p>\n Houston Astros<\/p>\n Brice Matthews, INF (24) Houston\u2019s readiest infield prospect must make more contact than in his brief 2025 debut.<\/p>\n Xavier Neyens, INF (19) 2025 first-round pick touted for potential power and strike zone awareness.<\/p>\n AJ Blubaugh, RHP (25) Shone as a bulk reliever\/spot starter with the Astros down the 2025 stretch.<\/p>\n Walker Janek, C (23) Defense-first receiver and 2024 first-rounder spent his first full season at High-A.<\/p>\n Kevin Alvarez, OF (18) Signed for $2 million, left-handed hitter had a strong introduction to rookie ball.<\/p>\n Ethan Pecko, RHP (23) Product of Astros pitching development could provide major-league depth this year.<\/p>\n Miguel Ullola, RHP (23) High strikeout and walk numbers mark his path to the cusp of the majors.<\/p>\n Ethan Frey, OF (22) Astros believe the 6-foot-6 third-round 2025 pick has \u201csome big boy juice.\u201d<\/p>\n Bryce Mayer, RHP (24) Named the organization\u2019s Minor League Pitcher of the Year in 2025.<\/p>\n Alimber Santa, RHP (22) Had a 2.31 ERA in 70 relief innings and reached Triple-A last season.<\/p>\n Los Angeles Angels Los Angeles Angels pitcher Ryan Johnson delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on April 26, 2025.Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images<\/p>\n (Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images)<\/p>\n Tyler Bremner, RHP (21) The second overall pick in last year\u2019s draft, Bremner possesses an impressive changeup and sharp command.<\/p>\n Ryan Johnson, RHP (23) A 6-foot-6 righty with a deceptive delivery, Johnson made his big-league debut last March.<\/p>\n George Klassen, RHP (24) Acquired from the Phillies in a 2024 trade, Klassen got roughed up at Double-A last season.<\/p>\n Johnny Slawinski, LHP (18) One of the better left-handed pitching prospects in the 2025 draft.<\/p>\n Nelson Rada, OF (20) The team\u2019s top position player prospect hit .323 in 42 Triple-A games in 2025.<\/p>\n Chase Shores, RHP (21) Another 2025 draftee, Shores underwent Tommy John surgery during his time at LSU<\/a>.<\/p>\n Joswa Lugo, SS (19) Lugo was a big signing for the Angels in the 2024 international class.<\/p>\n Gabriel Davalillo, C (18) Another top international signing, Davalillo projects as a good-hitting catcher.<\/p>\n Denzer Guzman, SS (22) Touched the majors last year and could compete for a spot on Angels\u2019 bench.<\/p>\n Sam Aldegheri, RHP (24) Aldegheri has gotten big-league time each of the past two seasons.<\/p>\n Seattle Mariners<\/p>\n Colt Emerson, SS (20) Will have a chance to make the Opening Day roster at third base and take over at shortstop in 2027.<\/p>\n Ryan Sloan, RHP (20) Has a mature mentality with an advanced pitch repertoire.<\/p>\n Jonny Farmelo, OF (21) Fully recovered from 2024 knee surgery; a breakout season is expected.<\/p>\n Kade Anderson, LHP (21) Third overall pick in the 2025 draft has the talent to make his MLB debut in 2026.<\/p>\n Lazaro Montes, OF (21) The best pure power-hitting prospect in the Mariners organization.<\/p>\n Jurrangelo Cijntje, SHP (22) Has the unique ability to throw from both sides; may move to right-handed pitching only in 2026.<\/p>\n Michael Arroyo, INF\/OF (21) Mariners hope a switch from second base to left field will alleviate some of the defensive issues.<\/p>\n Felnin Celesten, SS (20) Switch-hitter projects to remain at shortstop, but can he stay healthy enough to accelerate development?<\/p>\n Luke Stevenson, C (21) An elite defensive catcher with power from the left side. K\u2019s are a concern.<\/p>\n Tai Peete, OF (20) A switch from infield to corner outfield has brought stability to his overall performance.<\/p>\n Texas Rangers Texas Rangers first-round draft pick Gavin Fien throws out the ceremonial first pitch before a game against the Athletics at Globe Life Field on July 22, 2025.Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images<\/p>\n (Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images)<\/p>\n Sebastian Walcott, SS (20) Profiles as a middle-of-the-order bat with some speed. May end up at third or in the outfield.<\/p>\n Gavin Fien, SS (19) Another big shortstop who could end up at another position.<\/p>\n Jose Corniell, RHP (22) Early candidate for the bullpen but was also a starter in the minors.<\/p>\n Winston Santos, RHP (23) Gets swings and misses but also needs better command.<\/p>\n AJ Russell, RHP (21) Second-round pick last year has a chance to come quickly as a reliever.<\/p>\n Alejandro Rosario, RHP (24) Missed all of last year because of Tommy John surgery but has swing-and-miss stuff when healthy.<\/p>\n David Davilillo, RHP (23) A 2.73 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 3.41 K\/BB ratio in 12 games (11 starts) at Double-A last year raised his stock.<\/p>\n Caden Scarborough, RHP (21) Will be tested at Double-A after a strong year at Single-A last season.<\/p>\n John Owens, SS (19) Has speed, and at 6-foot-3 should develop some power.<\/p>\n Elorky Rodriguez, 2B\/OF (18) Good bat skills, but position remains unknown.<\/p>\n Related: Athlon Sports 2026 MLB Preview Magazine Available Now<\/a><\/p>\n Top MLB Salaries in 2026<\/p>\n This story was originally published by Athlon Sports<\/a> on Feb 28, 2026, where it first appeared in the MLB<\/a> section. 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