San Francisco Giants Top 10 Prospects
As a diehard San Francisco Giants fan, I am excited to share with you my list of the top 10 prospects in the Giants’ farm system. These prospects are the future of our beloved team and I can’t wait to see them in action at Oracle Park.
Top Statistics and Facts
- The San Francisco Giants have a rich history of developing top-tier talent, including Hall of Famers Willie Mays and Orlando Cepeda.
- The Giants currently have the #6 ranked farm system in all of baseball, according to MLB Pipeline.
- Out of the top 10 prospects on this list, six are pitchers and four are position players.
- Three of the prospects on this list were acquired via trade, while the other seven were drafted or signed internationally by the Giants.
- The average age of the prospects on this list is 21 years old.
1. Joey Bart, C
Joey Bart was the second overall pick in the 2018 MLB Draft and is widely considered the Giants’ top prospect. Standing at 6’2 and 238 pounds, Bart has the size and strength to be a dominant catcher in the majors. He has a cannon for an arm and a powerful swing that generates plenty of home runs. Last season, Bart hit .278 with 16 homers and 48 RBI in 79 games across three levels of the minors. I had the pleasure of watching Bart play in person and was blown away by his talent.
2. Marco Luciano, SS
Marco Luciano was signed by the Giants as an international free agent in 2018 and has quickly become one of the most exciting prospects in baseball. At just 19 years old, Luciano has already drawn comparisons to superstars like Fernando Tatis Jr. and Juan Soto. He has a lightning-quick bat and a keen eye at the plate, as evidenced by his .322 average and 10 home runs in just 47 games in rookie ball last season. I can’t wait to see what Luciano can do as he moves up the ranks.
3. Heliot Ramos, OF
Heliot Ramos was the Giants’ first-round pick in the 2017 MLB Draft and has been steadily climbing the prospect rankings ever since. He has a well-rounded skillset, with above-average power, speed, and defense. Last season, Ramos hit .290 with 16 home runs and 55 RBI in 102 games across High-A and Double-A. I have a feeling that Ramos will be a fan favorite in San Francisco for years to come.
4. Hunter Bishop, OF
Hunter Bishop was the Giants’ first-round pick in the 2019 MLB Draft and has already shown flashes of his immense potential. He is a physical specimen, standing at 6’5 and 210 pounds, and has a quick bat that generates plenty of power. In his debut season last year, Bishop hit .229 with 22 home runs and 63 RBI in 98 games across two levels of the minors. While he still has some work to do on his plate discipline, Bishop has all the tools to be a star.
5. Sean Hjelle, RHP
Sean Hjelle was drafted by the Giants in the second round of the 2018 MLB Draft and has quickly become one of the top pitching prospects in the organization. Standing at an imposing 6’11, Hjelle uses his height to generate a deceptive downward plane on his pitches. He has excellent command of his fastball and an above-average slider. Last season, Hjelle posted a 3.32 ERA with 105 strikeouts in 107.2 innings across High-A and Double-A. I believe that Hjelle has the potential to be a frontline starter in the majors.
6. Alexander Canario, OF
Alexander Canario was signed by the Giants as an international free agent in 2019 and has quickly made a name for himself in the organization. He has a lightning-quick bat and excellent raw power, as evidenced by his .318 average and 16 home runs in just 59 games in rookie ball last season. Canario also has above-average speed and a strong arm in the outfield. While he is still raw and needs to work on his plate discipline, Canario has all the tools to be a star.
7. Luis Matos, OF
Luis Matos was signed by the Giants as an international free agent in 2018 and has impressed scouts with his all-around game. He has above-average speed and a strong arm in the outfield, as well as a solid approach at the plate. Last season, Matos hit .367 with six home runs and 34 RBI in 47 games in rookie ball. While he is still a long way from the majors, Matos has the potential to be a dynamic player.
8. Seth Corry, LHP
Seth Corry was drafted by the Giants in the third round of the 2017 MLB Draft and has been steadily improving ever since. He has a deceptive delivery and a devastating curveball that generates plenty of swings-and-misses. Last season, Corry posted a 1.76 ERA with 172 strikeouts in 122 innings across Low-A and High-A. While he still needs to work on his command, Corry has the potential to be a top-of-the-rotation starter.
9. Patrick Bailey, C
Patrick Bailey was the Giants’ first-round pick in the 2020 MLB Draft and has already drawn comparisons to Buster Posey, the Giants’ longtime catcher and fan favorite. Bailey is a switch-hitting catcher with a strong arm and solid defensive skills. He also has a patient approach at the plate and plenty of raw power. While he hasn’t played a professional game yet, I am excited to see what Bailey can do in the minors.
10. Luis Toribio, 3B
Luis Toribio was signed by the Giants as an international free agent in 2018 and has quickly become one of the top hitting prospects in the organization. He has an advanced approach at the plate and a keen eye for the strike zone, as evidenced by his .440 on-base percentage in rookie ball last season. Toribio also has above-average power and a strong arm at third base. While he is still a few years away from the majors, Toribio has the potential to be a special player.
FAQs
Who is the Giants’ top prospect?
Joey Bart is widely considered the Giants’ top prospect. He was the second overall pick in the 2018 MLB Draft and has all the tools to be a dominant catcher in the majors.
How many pitchers are on the Giants’ top 10 prospects list?
Six of the prospects on this list are pitchers, while the other four are position players.
Who was the Giants’ first-round pick in the 2020 MLB Draft?
Patrick Bailey, a switch-hitting catcher, was the Giants’ first-round pick in the 2020 MLB Draft.
What is the Giants’ farm system ranked?
The Giants currently have the #6 ranked farm system in all of baseball, according to MLB Pipeline.
How old is the average prospect on this list?
The average age of the prospects on this list is 21 years old.