Cincinnati Reds 2024 Top MLB Prospects
Image credit: Noelvi Marte (Photo by Nick Cammett/Diamond Images via Getty Images)
The top of the Reds system is headlined by Noelvi Marte, who showed hints that he can be a long-term fixture thanks to his power-speed combo.
Today, we’re unveiling the 10 best prospects in the Reds system entering 2024. J.J. Cooper is hosting a chat at 3 p.m. ET to discuss the state of Cincinnati’s farm system.
Reds Top 10 Prospects
See the 10 best prospects in Cincinnati’s system, including brand new scouting reports for every player.
Below, you can also find a projected lineup in 2027 and the prospects with the best scouting tools in the system.
Projected 2027 Lineup
Catcher: Tyler Stephenson (30)
First Base: Christian Encarnacion-Strand (27)
Second Base: Matt McLain (27)
Third Base: Jonathan India (30)
Shortstop: Elly De La Cruz (25)
Left Field: Spencer Steer (29)
Center Field: Carlos Jorge (23)
Right Field: Noelvi Marte (25)
Designated Hitter: Sal Stewart (23)
No. 1 Starter: Hunter Greene (27)
No. 2 Starter: Nick Lodolo (29)
No. 3 Starter: Rhett Lowder (25)
No. 4 Starter: Andrew Abbott (28)
No. 5 Starter: Chase Petty (24)
Closer: Connor Phillips (26)
Listed below are the prospects with the best tools within the organization. To go directly to Cincinnati’s Top 10, click here.
Best Tools
Best Hitter for Average: Carlos Jorge
Best Power Hitter: Noelvi Marte
Best Strike-Zone Discipline: Sal Stewart
Fastest Baserunner: Jacob Hurtubise
Best Athlete: Blake Dunn
Best Fastball: Zach Maxwell
Best Curveball: Adam Serwinowski
Best Slider: Connor Phillips
Best Changeup: Rhett Lowder
Best Control: Rhett Lowder
Best Defensive Catcher: Logan Tanner
Best Defensive Infielder: Trey Faltine
Best Infield Arm: Noelvi Marte
Best Defensive Outfielder: Justice Thompson
Best Outfield Arm: Yerlin Confidan