According to MLB Pipeline rankings, the Milwaukee Brewers feature the top-ranked farm system for infield prospects, anchored by the game’s No. 1 overall prospect, shortstop Jesús Made. Major League Baseball’s positional farm system rankings place Milwaukee at the forefront of talent development as the Major League club maintains the highest winning percentage in the sport, driven by standout performances from Brice Turang, Jake Bauers, and an emerging wave of young players.
Milwaukee Brewers Lead MLB Infield Prospect Rankings
The Brewers boast a collection of infield talent, according to MLB Pipeline data. Jesús Made, a 19-year-old shortstop thriving in Double-A with 30-30 upside, headlines a group that includes fellow Top 100 shortstops Luis Peña at No. 21 and Brady Ebel at No. 98. Third baseman Andrew Fischer leads the Minors with 38 homers in his first full professional season, while first baseman Blake Burke has recorded 31 homers and 28 steals following their time with the Tennessee Volunteers. Triple-A features versatile infielder Jett Williams and corner infielder Luke Adams, with rookie-level Dominican Summer League standouts Ricki Moneys, Diego Frontado, and 2026 first-round draft pick Trey Ebel representing the next wave.
San Francisco Giants and Washington Nationals Showcase Elite Shortstop Depth
The San Francisco Giants operate baseball’s fastest-rising farm system, featuring three international shortstops in the Top 100: Josuar Gonzalez at No. 17, Luis Hernández at No. 27, and Jhonny Level at No. 47. 2025 first-rounder Gavin Kilen follows closely behind, while corner infielder Parks Harber has posted a 150 wRC+ over the last two seasons, ranking third-best in the Minors. In Washington, the Nationals feature 2025 No. 1 overall draft pick Eli Willits at No. 4, providing immediate impact in High-A at age 18, alongside shortstop Seaver King at No. 71. Washington also has two of the top three second-base prospects in the Minors in Devin Fitz-Gerald and 2026 first-rounder Chris Hacopian, complemented by first basemen Ethan Petry and Abimelec Ortiz.
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The Chicago White Sox spent a combined $16.1 million on their first three 2026 draft picks on infielders, selecting No. 1 overall choice Roch Cholowsky alongside bat-first prepsters Cole Prosek and Landon Thome.
White Sox, Rays, and Rockies Round Out Top Prospect Systems
The Chicago White Sox used their first three 2026 Draft picks on infielders, spending a combined $16.1 million on No. 1 overall choice Roch Cholowsky at No. 11 alongside 2025 first-rounder Billy Carlson, who scouts describe as one of the best defensive high school shortstops they have ever evaluated, according to MLB Pipeline. Caleb Bonemer ranks as the game’s top third-base prospect with 33 homers at age 20 in Double-A. Tampa Bay secured Grady Emerson with the No. 2 overall pick in July alongside Taj Marchand, building on a prior class featuring Daniel Pierce and Cooper Flemming. The Colorado Rockies utilized their last three first-round selections on first baseman Charlie Condon at No. 58 and shortstops Ethan Holliday at No. 25 and Tyler Bell at No. 64.
Guardians, Dodgers, Marlins, and Rangers Complete Top Ten Infield Farms
Cleveland features shortstop Angel Genao at No. 29 and top-rated first-base prospect Ralphy Velazquez at No. 32, both supplying immediate or near-future lineup impacts. The Los Angeles Dodgers pair an outfield-heavy system with power bats like High-A shortstop Emil Morales at No. 24, Triple-A first baseman James Tibbs with 27 homers, and supplemental first-round draft pick Bo Lowrance, who draws Freddie Freeman comparisons. The Miami Marlins feature shortstops Aiva Arquette, Jacob Lombard, and Starlyn Caba, while the Texas Rangers showcase 19-year-old Double-A shortstop Sebastian Walcott at No. 9, possessing some of the best raw power and arm strength in the Minors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which MLB team has the best infield farm system?
According to MLB Pipeline, the Milwaukee Brewers hold the top-ranked infield farm system, headlined by overall No. 1 prospect Jesús Made.
Who is the top-ranked shortstop prospect in the Minor Leagues?
Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Jesús Made holds the No. 1 overall prospect ranking by MLB Pipeline while playing in Double-A at age 19.
Which team drafted Roch Cholowsky?
The Chicago White Sox selected Roch Cholowsky in the 2026 draft, spending a combined $16.1 million on their first three picks including the No. 1 overall choice.
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