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The 2024 Arizona Fall League (AFL) features a strong lineup of top prospects, many from MLB Pipeline’s Top 100. Notable names include Kansas City Royals first baseman Jac Caglianone (No. 15), San Diego Padres catcher Ethan Salas (No. 17), and Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Xavier Isaac (No. 18). These players represent some of the highest-rated talents in the AFL, offering fans a glimpse of future MLB stars.
Several intriguing storylines define this year’s AFL. The Cleveland Guardians’ Chase DeLauter, ranked No. 39 overall, returns to build on his success in last year’s Fall League, where he ranked as the second-best prospect. DeLauter’s combination of size, athleticism, and hitting skills makes him one to watch. Meanwhile, Xavier Isaac and Jac Caglianone headline the power-hitting prospects expected to thrive in the league’s hitter-friendly conditions.
Additional prospects to follow include Jett Williams (New York Mets), a dynamic second baseman recovering from injury, and Brock Wilken (Milwaukee Brewers), a third baseman with impressive power potential. The AFL also offers young talents like Zyhir Hope (Los Angeles Dodgers), whose speed and hitting make him a potential star.
Pitching prospects include the Yankees’ Carlos Lagrange, whose triple-digit fastball is complemented by a sharp slider, and the Blue Jays’ Kendry Rojas, a lefty with a strong fastball-slider combo.
With six teams competing across Arizona, the AFL continues its tradition of spotlighting the game’s rising stars. For more details, you can explore coverage from MLB.com or Baseball America.
