Jami Leabow

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Jami Leabow is the managing editor of Minor League Baseball on SI. Her love for the game began when her parents bought season tickets to the then-California Angels.

Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Rich Hill (44) reacts during the eighth inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field in New York on Sept. 4, 2024.

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Longtime Major League Pitcher Working Toward, Waiting For Perhaps a Final MLB Job

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Logan Henderson (43) delivers a pitch against the Baltimore Orioles in the second inning at American Family Field on May 20, 2025.

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Milwaukee Brewers' Triple-A Pitcher Logan Henderson Achieves Lofty Status

West Michigan Whitecaps shortstop Kevin McGonigle looks to throw the ball to a teammate on Friday, April, 4, at LMCU Ballpark in Comstock Park, Mich.

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Detroit Tigers Organization at Top of the Class, Los Angeles Angels at the Bottom

Arkansas Razorbacks starting pitcher Gage Wood (14) pitches against the Murray State Racers during the first inning at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha, Neb., on June 1, 2025.

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Arkansas' Gage Wood, a Top MLB Prospect, Makes History with No-Hitter at MCWS

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin, who was the ninth overall pick in the first round of the 2024 First-Year Player Draft, looks on at the batting cage before a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at PNC Park in Pittsburgh on Aug. 2, 2024.

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Pittsburgh Pirates' Teen Phenom Lands Player of the Week Honors in His High-A Debut

Konnor Griffin is a five-tool player, and his development will be fun to watch for Pirates fans.

New York Mets pitcher Brandon Sproat (91) pitches live batting practice at spring training on Feb, 13, 2025, in Port St. Lucie, Fla.

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New York Mets Send Message to Minor League Pitchers: Your Time Probably Isn't Now

David Stearns, the president of baseball operations for the Mets, said the front office considers pitching talent at the major league level sufficient to weather an injury to a starter.

Brockton Rox's D'Angelo Ortiz, son of Red Sox great David Ortiz, looks at a pitch during a game at Dodd Stadium in Norwich, Conn.

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Could Boston Red Sox Minor Leaguer D'Angelo Ortiz Follow His Famous Father to Fenway?

The son of Red Sox legend David Ortiz is assigned to the Florida Complex League team.

Indianapolis Indians starting pitcher Bubba Chandler (53) throws to Louisville Bats outfielder Blake Dunn (32) during the third inning of a game Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Victory Field in Indianapolis.

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With Roman Anthony on the Boston Red Sox Roster, Who Is the Next No. 1 Prospect?

Look to the Pittsburgh Pirates, who could see Bubba Chandler move up the list of Top 100 prospects.

Rocket City infielder Christian Moore (7) runs during a minor league baseball game between the Knoxville Smokies and Rocket City Trash Pandas at Covenant Health Park on April 29, 2025. The Knoxville Smokies won 9-6 against the Rocket City Trash Pandas.

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Los Angeles Angels to Promote 2B Christian Moore: How Will He Help Surging Team?

Moore was the first-round draft pick in 2024 for the Angels, who selected him No. 8 overall. He has played just 79 games in the minors.

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Jacob Misiorowski (33) throws a pitch during the third inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at American Family Field in Milwaukee on June 12, 2025.

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Debut of Milwaukee Brewers' Flamethrower Jacob Misiorowski: It Was Well Worth the Wait

The right-hander suffocated the St. Louis Cardinals, allowing no hits through five innings.

A Chicago Cubs cap sits in the dugout during the fifth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz., on March 19, 2017.

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Chicago Cubs' Single-A Affiliate: Future Is Secured as City Council Approves Stadium Plan

The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are thrilled to be staying in the community.

New York Mets pitcher Frankie Montas (47) pitches during a spring training workout at Clover Park in Port St. Lucie, Fla., on Feb 12, 2025.

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New York Mets' Veteran RHP Set for Next Rehab Start as Injury Recovery Goes On

Frankie Montas, a free-agent signee in the offseason, has yet to make his debut for New York.

Roman Anthony watches a ball during batting practice at Polar Park in Worcester, Mass., on April 24, 2025. All eyes have been on Anthony, the No. 1 prospect in baseball, this season.

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The 'Roman Empire' Begins in Boston, but How Will No. 1 Prospect Fare in MLB Debut?

Fans had been claimoring for the Red Sox to call up top prospect Roman Anthony.

Akron RubberDucks centerfielder Chase DeLauter (22) connects with a pitch during the first inning of an opening-day baseball game at Canal Park on April 5, 2024, in Akron, Ohio.

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Cleveland Guardians Seeing Promising Signs as Top Prospect Returns from Injury

Chase DeLauter has faced a multitude of ailments since being selected in the 2022 MLB Draft.

Cincinnati Reds non-roster invitee Chase Burns throws a pitch on Feb. 16, 2025, at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz.

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Cincinnati Reds Promote 2024 First-Round Draft Pick to Triple-A in Lightning Speed

Right-hander Chase Burns was playing college ball at Wake Forest last spring. He has appeared in 11 games in the minors so far.

Tampa Bay Rays left fielder Chandler Simpson (14) hits a RBI single in the first inning against the Houston Astros at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Fla., on May 25, 2025.

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Tampa Bay Rays Prospect Achieves Career First at Triple-A as Strong 2025 Continues

Chandler Simpson recently was sent to the Durham Bulls when the Rays needed his roster spot.