Kiley McDaniel
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ESPN Baseball Insider. Trying to tell the future. Former: FanGraphs & four MLB teams.
How much will Tarik Skubal get in free agency? From which team? Before or after the likely lockout? I polled 27 industry insiders, broke down all the key factors, and handicapped the contenders: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Tarik Skubal's free agency contract, predicted by MLB insiders
How big a deal could the Dodgers ace get, and who could sign him? We asked around the sport.
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I ranked the starting rotations of all potential playoff teams www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
2026 MLB playoff rotation tiers: Ranking October pitching options
Aces matter in the postseason. Which contenders are stocked with them -- and which are lacking quality arms?
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The 2026 edition of the best cores of talent in baseball: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
2026 MLB core rankings: Who has the most star talent?
Dodgers or Brewers? Red Sox or Yankees? We rank the clubs with the most star power under control through 2028.
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Now that I've updated the top 100 prospects list and top 10's by team, we wrap up summer update season with the new farm rankings, underpinned by new player values thanks to @fangraphs.com www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Updated 2026 MLB farm system rankings: Prospect insights, analysis
The busiest stretch of the year for adding prospects has passed. Here's how every organization stacks up now.
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After the draft signing deadline, trade deadline, and a bevy of graduations, I've updated the pro top 100: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/... bonus: the 101st prospect was IF Devin Fitz-Gerald of the Nationals
Updated 2026 MLB top 100 prospect rankings: Made, Arias, more
Here's who has surged up our list now that the MLB draft and trade season have passed.
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Final update to the team top 10 prospect lists before the winter, with draft pick signing deadline and trade deadline reflected www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Final update: 2026 top 10 prospect rankings for all 30 MLB teams
Who is rising and falling in every major league farm system after the trade deadline? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
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I pitched in on our deadline wrap-up roundtable here, made a quick appearance on Passan's pod, did a couple of spots on the BBTN Trade Deadline show, and joined Mike Monaco and co. for a couple spots on the SFG/TEX game last night. Busy day! www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
MLB trade deadline 2026: What to make of Red Sox, Cubs, more
Not sure to what to make of a wild conclusion to trade season? We've got it all covered.
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After the deluge of prospects traded yesterday, I ranked all 86 that changed teams in the last week (including FVs). There's some notable movers (including new 50 FV prospects) as more information came in: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
MLB trade deadline 2026: Ranking prospects who changed teams
You know the major leaguers on the move -- but what about the potential stars of tomorrow headed the other way in those deals?
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This will get updated a lot over the next few days: ranking the prospects traded at the deadline! A new Oriole gets the top spot: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
MLB trade deadline 2026: Ranking prospects who changed teams
You know the major leaguers on the move -- but what about the potential stars of tomorrow headed the other way in those deals?
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After updating the team top 10 prospect lists & top 100 trade deadline targets, now I've reviewed all 30 farm systems for where they stand entering the trade deadline. Who are the best prospects on the table and what are rebuilding teams looking to add? www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
2026 MLB trade deadline prospect watch for all 30 teams
Here's everything you need to know about the young players who could be changing teams this trade season.
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The Dodgers have signed their top pick (40th overall) prep 3B Bo Lowrance to a $3 million bonus, per source. The slot value was $2,504,200 and the Dodgers total draft pool was $3,951,900.
Capping off the comprehensive draft coverage with some pre-trade deadline content... Updated MLB team top 10 prospect lists with 2026 draft picks included! Lots of graduations and movement while 51 recent draftees made the lists: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
July update: 2026 top 10 prospect rankings for all 30 MLB teams
Who is rising and falling in every major league farm system after the MLB draft? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
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Over 10,000 words recapping the draft hauls of all 30 teams. Cardinals fans will like this one www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
2026 MLB draft recap: Best picks, potential steals, analysis
Now that all 20 rounds are in the books, it's time to see what Kiley McDaniel makes of your team's draft class.
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My day one recap is up: - favorite picks - head scratchers - steal of the draft? - main takeaway - best avail for day 2 www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
2026 MLB draft: Day 1 winners and losers, names to know for Day 2
The first 135 picks are in the books. Who knocked it out of the park?
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As I’ve always said, read the first four picks in my mock draft, then throw it in the garbage, then go pick it back up because I’ll nail five picks in the middle of the 2nd round, including three in a row. 🤷🏼♂️ www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Two new draft blog posts: 1. how the CBA negotiations, the weak depth of this draft, and *HUGE* NIL deals are causing teams, colleges, and agents to pivot at the last minute. 2. more details on comp picks that may be traded in the next 22 hours. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
2026 MLB draft buzz: Scouting reports, intel and analysis
What's the latest before the 2026 MLB draft begins? We've got you covered with intel and analysis.
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I also stopped by to talk draft and a little trade deadline with Buster Olney on his podcast: www.espn.com/radio/play/_...
Baseball Tonight with Buster Olney - Justin Verlander announces retirement + which team is the "Raiders" of the MLB Draft? | ESPN
Phillies manager Don Mattingly joins to discuss Philadelphia's dramatic turnaround and if he's planning on returning to manage next season. Then, ESPN MLB Draft expert Kiley McDaniel stops by to discuss which of the top 3 players the White Sox will take at No. 1, and which teams have the deepest minor league prospects to land a big name on the trade market (you probably won't like the answer). Plus Sarah Langs and Bleacher Tweets! 0:00 Justin Verlander announces retirement, Marlins and Red Sox on a hot streak 2:25 Don Mattingly on Phillies turnaround 4:09 Managing Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper 5:39 How to dethrone the Dodgers 7:24 Sarah Langs plays the numbers game 8:47 Reflecting on the epic 2024 MLB Draft class with Kiley McDaniel 14:20 Who will go No. 1 to the White Sox? 17:00 Teams that most need to have success in this draft 22:00 Which team is the "Raiders" of the MLB Draft? 23:42 Teams that can offer the best prospects at the Trade Deadline 29:38 Does Tarik Skubal get traded, and to who? 30:51 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Final Mock Draft! Two full rounds of projections! Lots of intrigue at the top is taking shape, but is definitely not settled yet. Notes on signable high schoolers, threats to go to college, team connections, etc. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
MLB mock draft 2026: Final predictions for first two rounds
Who goes No. 1 overall to White Sox? This year, the intrigue begins with a trio of stars in play for the top pick.
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Final draft rankings have dropped: a top 250! Tons of movement and new names, including a few that teams will be mad I printed because only a few teams know about those players www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Final 2026 MLB draft rankings: Top 250 prospects
The MLB draft is Saturday! Here's how this year's best players stack up.
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This morning, prep LHP Brody Bumila shared an MRI with MLB teams that revealed a UCL injury in his left elbow, per sources. The 6-foot-9 Texas commit had an internal brace procedure in 2025 and came back this spring regularly hitting 100+ mph.
The Braves announced they're calling up RHP Owen Murphy to make his big league debut. RHP JR Ritchie is also coming back up. Carlos Carrasco was DFA'd, Martin Perez to the IL. Ritchie is the Braves 3rd ranked prospect, Murphy is the 6th ranked prospect: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
June update: 2026 top 10 prospect rankings for all 30 MLB teams
Kiley McDaniel digs in to who's rising and falling in every major league farm system entering June.
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For the casual draft fan or diehard fan of one team: I answered the one big question for all 30 teams as the draft approaches. For the true draft diehards: lots of final rankings/mock hints scattered throughout this: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
2026 MLB draft: One big question and intel for all 30 teams
Who will the White Sox take No. 1? Who is atop your team's board? Kiley McDaniel lays it all out as draft week arrives.
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Jeff, Dave and I redrafted the last 3 draft classes, going 60 picks deep. What would you have done with my decision at the top pick? Skenes, Kurtz, Konnor Griffin, McGonigle, Chase Burns, Wetherholt, Langford. Intriguing names at the end, too: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Redrafting the 2023-25 MLB drafts in one mega-draft
We combine three years' worth of superstar prospects and play GM for all 30 MLB teams.
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Jeff and I updated the top 100 trade deadline targets with new intel: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
July 6 update! Ranking top 2026 MLB trade deadline candidates
Skubal to the ...? A new star closer available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting, with a few new additions near the top.
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If you're dipping your toe into the 2026 MLB Draft, I broke down how 2026 compares to 2025 and 2024, ranked by: - top end talent - depth - each demographic www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
Comparing top 2026, 2025 and 2024 MLB draft prospects
From college arms to prep position players to depth, Kiley McDaniel breaks down how this year's draft class stacks up against previous ones.
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I ranked the top 60 players in the portal, with a focus on their pro potential. 51 of the 60 have already committed to a new school, so I also covered which schools have the most incoming talent: www.espn.com/college-spor...
2026 college baseball transfer portal rankings: The top 60 players
Ranking the best players who have entered the portal and where they have already committed.
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The Padres have promoted RHP Tucker Musgrove to Double-A, per source. Musgrove's fastball has been up to 100 mph this year and he leads the minor leagues in K/9 at 19.4. He's the 7th-ranked prospect in the Padres system, could move quickly as a reliever: www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
June update: 2026 top 10 prospect rankings for all 30 MLB teams
Kiley McDaniel digs in to who's rising and falling in every major league farm system entering June.
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Dodgers RHP Christian Zazueta, 21, has been promoted to Double-A, per source. LA's 9th-ranked prospect has been excellent in High-A this season, with 66 K and 12 BB in 48.2 IP. He was acquired before the 2024 season from the Yankees for Caleb Ferguson. www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/...
June update: 2026 top 10 prospect rankings for all 30 MLB teams
Kiley McDaniel digs in to who's rising and falling in every major league farm system entering June.
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Waiting for confirmation, but it appears DSL Angels CF Juan Cespedes, 17, set a new minor league record with 8 stolen bases in today's game. For the season he has 25 stolen bases (2 CS) in 30 total times on base (56 plate appearances). Today's box score: www.milb.com/gameday/dsl-...
Gameday: DSL Blue Jays Red 1, DSL Angels 9 Final Score (06/20/2026)
Follow baseball results with FREE box scores, pitch-by-pitch strikezone info, and Statcast data for DSL Blue Jays Red vs. DSL Angels at Los Angeles Angels DR Complex
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