MINORS: 2018 Futures Game—10 things to watch

Photo: Taylor Trammell (OF, CIN)

By Chris Blessing and Rob Gordon

The Futures Game offers fantasy owners their first glimpse at many of baseball’s top prospects. The rosters on both sides are loaded with elite-level prospects. Every player has a legitimate shot of making it to the big leagues and helping you get to where you want to go with your rosters. Some, could even help out this season. This year’s game takes place Sunday, July 15. Here are ten things-five from each roster-to keep an eye on during the game.

Please note: BHQ’s own Brent Hershey will be in attendance in Washington. Look for game specific scouting content next week.

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