Major League Baseball's youth movement has produced the most exciting crop of young talent in decades. These players under 25 are transforming the game.
Position Players
Elly De La Cruz, Reds (24): 40 homers, 70 stolen bases last season. The most exciting player in baseball — a 6'5" shortstop with unreal speed and power.
Jackson Merrill, Padres (23): Already an All-Star outfielder with Gold Glove defense and a .300+ average. Future face of the franchise.
Junior Caminero, Rays (23): Pure hitter with a .330 average and the sweetest swing in the AL.
Pitchers
Paul Skenes, Pirates (24): 100+ mph fastball with a devastating slider. Led the NL in strikeouts as a sophomore.
Jackson Jobe, Tigers (23): The top pitching prospect has lived up to the hype with a 2.85 ERA and swing-and-miss stuff.
- Honorable mentions: Jackson Holliday (Orioles), Jasson Dominguez (Yankees), and Dylan Crews (Nationals)
Baseball's future is bright — these young stars are drawing fans back to ballparks nationwide.
