With the regular season almost upon us it’s time to review Cobbfather’s top ten farm systems. To generate this list we used a complex ground breaking formula to grade each system. (Or may have just taken a quick glance at each team).
1. Atlanta Expos - Checking in at our #1 spot is the Atlanta Expos. Boasting an impressive 8 “Tier 1” prospects the Expos are loaded with top end talent. However, there is a lack of depth behind the top 8 that I’m sure ownership will try to address in coming seasons.
Notable Prospects: Johnnie Daniels 2B, Kyle Crain C/DH, Damaso Ethier SP, Quilvio Infante SP
2. Houston Space Cowboys - Farm System #2 or 1B? There’s certainly arguments that can be made for the Space Cowboys to be in our top spot. Houston currently carries 6 “Tier 1” prospects and is loaded with overall depth. With an owner that has a history of aggressive trades and rebuilding moves this depth should give owner Rawdk plenty of flexibility to help build the next great team to play in Houston.
Notable Prospects: Vin Pirela SS, Bennie Serra SS, Carlos Soto 2B, Yohan Nova SS
3. New Orleans Old Fashioneds - Another franchise that can make a case for the #1 spot. The New Orleans’s system is led by 4 “Tier 1” prospects and overall depth that should develop handfuls of big leaguers. Owner Minihouston's well thought out rebuilding approach has increased the club’s talent at all levels in a quick manner.
Notable Prospects: Juancito Martin 2B, Douglas Laxton RF, Gregorio Cordero C, Javier Quevedo SS
4. Chicago Gunslingers - How is Chicago #4??? At this point, all of Chicago’s “Tier 1” prospects have been promoted to the majors. However, Chicago is absolutely chucked with “Tier 2” talent. From hitters to arms, the Gunslingers have future big leaguers at every level. With an experienced owner, the possibilities are endless. Expect owner Slash to take advantage of his depth and be extremely active on the trade market in coming seasons.
Notable Prospects: Benito Posada 3B, Kristopher Rudolph RP
5. Washington DC Nationals - DC rounds of the top 5 carrying 3 “Tier 1” prospects. While the franchise does have decent overall depth, most prospects outside the top 3 resemble role/bench players rather than impact pieces.
Notable Prospects: Albert Tomlin SP, Enrique Franco RP, Olmedo Nunez C/DH