Minor league season is almost over. I figure I'll update my list. My personal list
1. Xander Bogaerts - Really like this dude. He's a fine player should be interesting how he does next year. Could be looking at a top 30 talent this time next year. Looking at a top 80 ranking this year.
2. Will Middlebrooks - Breakout year, looking at a top 50 ranking this year.
3. Brandon Jacobs - Whats not to like? Explosive athlete, got some tools and is having a fine year. Also could be looking at a top 50 talent this time next year if stuff goes his way.
4. Ryan Lavarnway - Very good hitter, could/should replace Ortiz as the DH next year. Probably looking at a top 60 ranking this year on lists.
5. Garin Cecchini - Along with Bogaerts and Jacobs, Cecchini finishes a trio of prospects I really like in the Sox system. Got hurt this year but could be looking at a top 100 prospect next year.
6. Anthony Ranaudo - From here for me at least the list really falls off, Ranaudo is having a solid year but really getting panned by scouts. Might be looking at a bust ot a reliever in the majors.
7. Alex Wilson - Having a fine season. Could be a 4th starter if things fall into place or a 5th SP/Long man.
8. Blake Swihart - Really good hitter, Sox might of finally found their catcher of the future with this guy. Although he's probably five years off.
9. Matt Barnes - A good pick up, should be very interesting to see what he can do next year. Sox fans should be excited about him.
10. Bryce Brentz - Needs to see a few more walks but good power numbers. Lets see if he can continue it in other less than hitter friendly parks.