With the regular season wrapped up for High-A and Single-A, you’ll be seeing less of Rhys and Grant on the Daily Sheet. But don’t worry, we’ve got one last full slate of games for you to enjoy!

MLB - Smada

Pavin Smith, LF-1B ARI (MLB) 3-for-4, 3 HR, 3 R, 8 RBI, BB, K

Can’t say I saw this one coming. The Throng of Dongs for Pavin Smith brings him up to 7 HR on the season over just 102 PA. He was able to reconstruct his season-long triple slash with just one game and now has a 144 wRC+. Smith spent 62 games in AAA this year and raked in the PCL with a matching 17% BB and K rates and a .318/.433/.564 slash. The .246 ISO at AAA was the highest of any stop in his professional career. The lefty hasn’t had much success at the big league level with a 91 wRC+ over 1,094 PA across 4 seasons and he’s essentially been a bench bat this year. I wonder if he could work himself into a strong side platoon or as a second division regular on another team. The AAA numbers are likely PCL aided but it’s possible he found another gear.  

Jared Jones, RHP PIT (MLB) 7 IP, 4 H, 2 ER, 9 K, HR

His first two starts back from the IL were shaky so it’s good to see Jones get back on track here. His fantasy value certainly took a hit with the timing of the injury. 

Spencer Horwitz, PH-2B TOR (MLB) 2-for-2, HR, R, 2 RBI

He didn’t even start this one and still ended up with his 3rd HR in his last 2 games. Very similar to one of the HR yesterday on a low breaker that he pulled out. This one was vs Joe Jimenez and put them in the lead in the 8th. Still my favorite waiver-add call of the year.

Richard Fitts, RHP BOS (MLB) 5.2 IP, 6 H, 2 R (0 ER), BB, 2 K

Another ex-Yankees pitching prospect to make his MLB debut with a team other than the Yankees, Fitts performed well against the AAA-caliber White Sox. Fitts only got 5 whiffs on the night but induced a lot of weak contact making quick work of CHW, throwing just 66 pitches. He hoped on prospectors radars in 2022 with a strong performance across A and high-A, then spent all of 2023 in AA with fairly league-average results. This year at AAA has been mediocre with a 15.0% K-BB over 24 starts, although he did post a 25.6% K-BB over 6 starts in August. Outside of deep leagues Fitts is probably a pass.

Connor Norby, 3B MIA (MLB) 2-for-4 2 HR, 2 R, 4 RBI

Some idiot yesterday on the Daily Sheet said of Norby “but everything is pointing to a hot streak right now”. The double dong gives him 8 on the year over just 110 PA between BAL and MIA. I will say, the pitchers he hit the homers off of are essentially AAA pitchers (Seth Johnson MLB debut & Max Lazar 8.1 career relief IP)… but they still count. That 4.5% BB and 31.8% K are still looming.

Caden Dana, RHP LAA (MLB) 1 IP, 7 H, 5 ER, BB, K, 3 HR

Welcome to the bigs, kid. Dana was tagged by Marcus Semien and Nate Lowe in the first, then Ezequiel Duran in the second. Dana faced 5 batters in the 2nd inning without recording an out.

Trey Sweeney, SS DET (MLB) 4-for-4, HR, 2 R, 2 RBI, BB, SB

That’s a tidy little game for Sweeney who appears to be on the strong side of a platoon at SS. That’s 3 HR, 2 SB in 58 PA and an even 100 wRC+. 

Ty Madden, RHP DET (MLB) 5 IP, 5 H, ER, BB, 7 K

Madden’s 3rd appearance and 2nd as a follower has been his best to-date. Over 14 IP he’s K’d 10, BB’d 4 with just a 2.57 ERA. Stuff+ likes the cutter but the rest of the pitches are below average. He had issues throwing strikes and limiting HR in AAA this year. At present there isn’t a ton to get excited about outside of deep leagues in need of wins.

Grant McCray, CF SF (MLB) 0-for-5, 4 K

After the monster game yesterday, McCray showed the other side of the coin with the Golden Sombrero out of the leadoff spot.

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Orelvis Martinez, 3B TOR (Triple-A) 2-for-4, 2 2B, R, RBI, K

Orelvis is back on “rehab” which I still think is a stupid rule. He should return before the season ends and play everyday when he does. 

Curtis Mead, 2B TB (Triple-A) 2-for-4, 3B, 3 R, 2 BB, K

He’s a tough guy for dynasty because while I think he can hit I don’t know if the defensive deficiencies allow him to play everyday. I still think he moves to LF eventually. 

Bobby Seymour, 1B TB (Triple-A) 3-for-5, 3 HR, 8 RBI, 2 K

Seymour is building a reputation for hitting homers in bunches. Hat tip to the three homer game. He might be a prospect we shove on the backend of the Rays list. 

Roman Anthony, OF BOS (Triple-A) 3-for-4, 2B, R, RBI, K, SB

He’s good y’all. He’s going to be ranked very highly in the next update. 

Niko Goodrum, SS BAL (Triple-A) 3-for-5, 2 HR, 5 RBI, K

A double dong day for the minor league journeyman. Goodrum is quality depth that will find his way to Triple-A again next year. 

Hurston Waldrep, RHP ATL (Triple-A) 6 IP, 5 H, ER, 3 BB, 3 K

Waldrep is the Curtis Mead of pitchers for me. The walks could push him out of the rotation mix but also on other teams he might have the opportunity to learn on the fly in the big leagues. That splitter is a weapon. 

Chad Patrick, RHP MIL (Triple-A) 6 IP, H, 0 ER, BB, 8 K

Patrick has been great for the Brewers. A nice quality backend option with four pitches that he sequences well. Not all that different from someone like a Tobias Myers. He’s already bounced around a bit so he’s headed down that path. 

Jacob Misiorowski, RHP MIL (Triple-A) IP, 3 K

This works. Still surprised he’s not pitching out of the big league bullpen to prep for the playoffs. Could be this years K-Rod. 

Zach Dezenzo, 3B HOU (Triple-A) 3-for-4, HR, 2B, 3 R, 2 RBI, K

I’m a fan, I think he works his way into the third base mix next year after Bregman walks. Good cheap power, with a decent OBP. 

Carson McCusker, OF MIN (Triple-A) 3-for-4, HR, 2B, 2 R, 3 RBI

McCusker just hits and has done so at every level, the big issue is it’s just fringe power and speed. Not the ideal offensive profile for a corner outfielder but he’s going to be getting a chance if he keeps this up.

Brett Sullivan, DH SD (Triple-A) 3-for-5, HR, 3B, 2B, 3 R, RBI

A big game. He can hit just don’t think the defense is up to snuff. The Padres don’t either because they brought in Elias Diaz. 

Michael Perez, C ARI (Triple-A) 3-for-5, 2 HR, K

A double dong for the journeyman catcher. No fantasy value here. 

Double-A - Tom Gates

Mikey Romero, SS BOS (Double-A) 1-for-5, HR, 2 R, RBI, BB, 2 K

None of them have been towering blasts, but this kid keeps hitting home runs. 6 home runs in 11 games at Double-A. I can’t blame him for swinging when most of the time the ball goes over the fence, but this pace can’t continue. He’s not walking and he is striking out 36% of the time.

Yohendrick Pinango, LF TOR (Double-A) 1-for-4, HR, R, 4 RBI, K

He was a fan favorite of mine while in the Cubs org. I love his pop. It’s an aggressive swing that leads to some mammoth home runs. His in-zone contact is plus. Might not make the best swing decisions but overall, the bat might be enough to make the majors one day. 

Denzel Clarke, CF OAK (Double-A) 3-for-5, 2 R, K

Since July 1st, Clarke has a 23.7% strikeout rate, 10% walk rate, 5 home runs, 24 stolen bases (caught 7 times) and a .319 average. This is who we have been waiting for. Maybe I shouldn’t, but I’m buying back in. He’s 24-years old, so I’d hope a promotion is happening soon. I do worry about the adjustment from Double-A to the Majors and if Clarke can handle it. I wouldn’t be surprised if he struggles mightily when he does get a shot. Maybe that’s the time to buy in. 

Ben Williamson, 3B SEA (Double-A) 1-for-4, R, 2 RBI, K, SB

Here was a guy I was higher on than most because of the reports that his bat has taken a step forward. So far, in Double-A, we’ve seen an 86% in-zone contact rate and he’s whiffing about 20% of the time. He’s been a doubles machine, racking up 22 in 90 games. In most leagues, that’s not a category though. Only 3 home runs during that span. The stolen base total is nice but it comes with a 68% success rate. So, some good, some bad here with Williamson. For fantasy purposes, I’m leaving him on my wire. 

Jonathan Long, DH CHC (Double-A) 2-for-2, 2 R, 4 RBI, BB

41 games into his Double-A stint and he’s still doing his thing. Check out last week’s mailbag for Greg and Drew’s thoughts on him. I have really warmed up to the bat. Not sure where he would play defensively but even at first base, he’s got a solid profile, especially in OBP leagues. 

George Klassen, RHP LAA (Double-A) 4 IP, 2 H, 2 ER, 3 BB, 6 K

A much better showing here from a very talented pitcher who is adjusting to his new organization. 

Chandler Simpson, LF TB (Double-A) 3-for-4, 3 R, BB, 3 SB

102 stolen bases this year! What an incredible feet…and feat! His high average makes him more appealing for fantasy than an Estuery Ruiz but his profile is still hard to be plugging into your lineup every day. I think he is extremely valuable in daily leagues, leagues with deeper benches, or NFBC style leagues. 

Brayden Taylor, 3B TB (Double-A) 3-for-5, 2B, HR, R, 5 RBI, BB, K

The Rays 1st round pick from 2023 filled up the box score and that’s something he’s been lacking since he’s been called up. 9 extra-base hits in 26 games and it’s coming with 40 strikeouts and a below average in-zone contact rate. He’s doing some damage when he makes contact but we need to see more of it.

Cam Schlittler, RHP NYY (Double-A) 4.1 IP, 6 H, ER, BB, 9 K

24 swings and misses! The tall, lengthy, right hander throws a good fastball and pairs it with some different looking breaking balls. The fastball seems to be his bread and butter. He’ll drop a hard slider up at the top of the zone near the letters that is extremely hard to hit. He has a slower curve that has a good amount of movement and works the bottom of the zone.

High-A - Grant Carver

Charlie Condon, LF COL (High-A) 2-for-4, 2B, 2 RBI, BB, K

It’s been a very poor start to the pro career for Condon, so hopefully he can gain some confidence here. He’s running awful contact rates and the reports on his handling of breaking stuff is pretty rough. He’s better than this, but he’s definitely showing more red flags than I expected.

James Tibbs III, RF SFG (High-A) 3-for-5, HR, 2 RBI, K

Another guy with a poor pro start but a good night tonight. Thibbs is another college bat showing worse contact rates than I expected, but at least he seems to read the zone pretty well. He’ll be better than this soon.

Caden Connor, LF CHW (High-A) 3-for-5, HR, 2 RBI, K

Rare power from Connor, who is a former 19th rounder back in 2023. He makes a decent amount of contact, but limited power for the 24 year old. 

Vance Honeycutt, CF BAL (High-A) 2-for-4, 2 1B, R, 2 RBI, K

Honeycutt recently got the promotion after looking alright in Single-A. The whiff problems are still massive and have carried over to pro ball so far. This profile is a tough one to buy into, but the Orioles know how to develop a hit tool. Will take time, though.

Cooper Pratt, SS MIL (High-A) 1-for-4, HR, BB, K

Pratt with the laser shot to left field and it sure got out quick. He’s still adjusting to high-A and the approach needs some work, but the bat to ball has been there. Needs to be more aggressive in the zone and stop chasing so much outside of it.

Dylan Lesko, RHP TBR (High-A) 2 IP, H, 3 ER, 7 BB, 4 K

Lesko was running a walk rate at 26.2% before today and it’s only gotten worse after this start. The guy just has some insane control issues that are going further and further south. It’s a massive, massive red flag and his stock will continue to drop until he fixes it.

Roberto Campos, RF DET (High-A) 1-for-4, HR, K

Home run number 12 on the season for Campos and he continues to improve in that department. He’ll always be a power over hit guy for me, so I would like to see even more power eventually before I’m all in.

Single-A - Rhys White

Ryan Campos, C STL (Single-A) 4-for-4, 2 2B, 4 R, 3 RBI, 2 BB 

JJ Wetherholt, SS STL (Single-A) 3-for-5, 2 R, RBI

In the final regular season game, 23 runs were scored, and both of the Cardinals' highly drafted college hitters had strong performances. I do have serious concerns about Campos holding up as a catcher because he's just so small. Small catchers rarely work out—just look at how Garrett Stubbs, who I hoped would be more than a backup, has turned out. However, Campos has shown he can hit a bit in his brief pro ball stint. Wetherholt continues to flaunt that elite hit tool. While I have some questions about his power and speed ceiling, he's one of the steadiest prospects around. He might not headline a trade in your fantasy league, but in a few years, he could be the perfect contributor. If he hits atop a lineup, there should be plenty of runs, and he could be elite in average and on-base percentage.

Tekoah Roby, RHP STL (Single-A) 2.2 IP, H, 2 BB, 3 K 

The fastball was 92-95, and both the cutter and slider were sharp enough. I thought for sure he’d graduate and join the Cardinals rotation this season, but alas, things don’t always go as planned.

Arjun Nimmala, SS TOR (Single-A) 2-for-4, 2B, R

No strikeouts—that’s worth celebrating! But the all-or-nothing approach with Nimmala does give me some concern, especially when you dive into his rolling contact charts. His zone-contact has looked better lately, so maybe there's hope. Instead of being a 30 hitter, he could profile as a 40 hitter.

Franklin Arias, SS BOS (Single-A) 2-for-3, 2B, 2 R, 2 RBI, 2 BB

Arias torched the complex, but it’s been more of a slow burn in Single-A. Small sample size, sure, but his zone-contact is sitting around above-average. I’m excited to dig deeper into his numbers now that the season is officially over. Arias is one of the buzzier names in these fantasy streets, so before they lock me away in my cryotherapy chamber, I’d say: trade away Franklin Arias while the stock is this high!

Seaver King, SS WAS (Single-A) 1-for-2, 2B, RBI, 2 BB

As I wrap up my last regular season sheet, I’m left wondering—who would you rather have: Seaver King or Charlie Condon? I’m seriously considering just going to random parties and asking people this question. King might not hit enough to really profile into anything, but at least he’s got the speed to fall back on. The upside? Think "diet CJ Abrams."

Luis Merejo, 1B CLE (Single-A) 2-for-4, 2B

A Guardians prospect who doesn’t play centerfield, second base, or shortstop? Yuck! But Merejo has flashed some power and a solid approach down on the complex, even if it hasn’t fully translated in Single-A yet. He’s only 18, so there's still plenty of time for him to find his contact skills and prove me wrong.

Tai Peete, CF SEA (Single-A) 3-for-5, 2B, 2 R, 2 RBI, SB 

I'm all in on Tai Peete, the centerfielder. A good athlete who can hit for power and has some speed—I need more of that in my life. And this late-season run? Just proves he can hit a little, too, for good measure. If Tai Peete's available in any of your leagues, scoop him up! We might be looking at a future 20/20 threat roaming the outfield. Sure, like with most Mariners prospects, I worry about how much the ballpark could hurt him—but that’s a problem for later Rhys to deal with.

Rodney Green, DH OAK (Single-A) 1-for-4, R, 2 SB 

Lean and Mean Rodney Green swiped two bags, and even if he's a below-average hitter, he could just out-athlete his way into production—that's the dream right there. And, dare I say, the A’s might actually be a great spot for prospects these days. Yeah, I know, blasphemous! But it’s the perfect storm: plenty of opportunities paired with solid enough player development. The dream of those 20/20 seasons is alive and well. Just please, don't bring up his batting average or OBP—I won't hear it!

Walker Martin, SS SF (Single-A) 1-for-5, HR, R, 3 RBI

Everything's coming up Walker Martin, baby! After looking lost at the plate, he's finally finding his groove. My bet? He repeats this level, dominates, and then gets that well-deserved call-up to High-A. Here's hoping!

Aidan Smith, DH TB (Single-A) 3-for-5, HR, 2B, 3 R, RBI

Aidan Smith just keeps hitting! If the Rays can help him add more loft to his swing, we might need to start considering him as a top 50 prospect.