The Texas Rangers have made a significant mark in the latest rankings by securing two spots on Baseball America’s Top 100 List. This achievement highlights the emerging talent within the organization, especially among their pitching prospects.
Top Rangers in the Rankings
- Sebastian Walcott: Positioned at #16, the young talent is regarded as a top prospect. He is flanked by pitchers Bubba Chandler from the Pittsburgh Pirates and Payton Tolle from the Boston Red Sox.
- Caden Scarborough: The right-handed pitcher was ranked #65. He sits between outfielder Theo Gillen of the Tampa Bay Rays and shortstop JoJo Parker of the Toronto Blue Jays.
Sebastian Walcott: A Rising Star
Sebastian Walcott’s inclusion in the list was widely anticipated, with many speculating whether he would break into the top 10. With his impressive performance, he solidified his status as one of the premier prospects in baseball.
Caden Scarborough’s Development
Caden Scarborough, selected in the 6th round of the 2023 MLB Draft from Harmony High School, received a substantial signing bonus of $515,000. Initially, he did not pitch professionally in 2023, logging only 10 innings. However, Scarborough made significant strides in 2025.
During that season, he achieved a commendable 2.45 ERA over 88 innings in 22 starts, primarily at low-A. Notably, he showcased his skills with three scoreless outings at high-A at season’s end, along with a competitive playoff appearance.
Scarborough’s Impressive Stats
Scarborough’s performance improved as the season progressed. He allowed just six earned runs in his last 12 appearances. Furthermore, none of those runs came in his last five regular-season games.
- Innings Pitched: 88
- Strikeouts: 114 out of 343 batters faced
- Walks: 21
Scarborough is set to turn 21 in April and is expected to begin the upcoming season at high-A. If he continues to perform at the level suggested by his ranking, a promotion to Frisco could await him later in the season.
Potential and Expectations
Scouting reports highlight Scarborough’s fastball, which has been rated a 70 by Baseball America. With such potential, he is poised to be a critical part of the Rangers’ pitching future.
