2016 Chicago Cubs Top 15 prospects

Organization Grades

Hitting: A- ... Pitching: B- ... Top-end Talent: B ... Depth: A ... Overall: B+

 



Minor League Affiliates

Triple-A: Iowa (AAA East)
Double-A: Tennessee (AA South)
High-A: South Bend (A+ Central)
Low-A: Myrtle Beach (A East)
Rookie: ACL Cubs (Arizona Complex League)
Rookie: DSL Cubs (Dominican Summer League)

 



1. Gleyber Torres (SS) ... 6-1, 175 ... R/R ... 19 ... 2013 FA (VZ) ... #35, 2016 HQ100

Comments: Top prospect in the system. Teams a short, compact stroke and above average bat speed with a solid understanding of the strike zone. Power is starting to develop and he stroked a career-high 24 doubles. Should settle in as a 10-15 HR guy once he matures. Has good range at short, with soft hands, and a strong, accurate...

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