There are six Italian Americans on the top 100 MLB prospect list, and nearly 30 who crack the top 25 prospect lists in their respect organizations.
IABF looks forward to their progress as we must rally around the next generation of professional ball players with Italian heritage in order to grow the game with the same passion and pride so many others have had over the last 100-plus years.
MLB Pipeline Top 100
5. Anthony Volpe, Yankees
34. Nick Lodolo, Reds
35. Mike Liberatore, Cardinals
47. Cade Cavalli, Nationals
74. Brayan Rocchio, Guardians
91. Drew Romo, Rockies
Top Rankings by Team
TEAMS | PLAYERS |
Arizona | 10. Slade Cecconi |
Baltimore | 19. Sam Basallo |
Boston | 4. Brayan Bello |
20. Brainer Bonaci | |
Cincinnati | 1. Nick Lodolo |
Cleveland | 4. Brayan Rocchio |
26. Milan Tolentino | |
Colorado | 2. Drew Romo |
8. Michael Toglia | |
Detroit | 15. Alex Faedo |
Houston | 28. Spencer Arrighetti |
Kansas City | 4. Vinnie Pasquantino |
6. Frank Mozzicato | |
23. Shane Panzini | |
Los Angeles – NL | 13. Nick Nastrini |
Minnesota | 7. Matt Canterino |
15. Aaron Sabato | |
Philadelphia | 4. Logan O’Hoppe |
20. Simon Muzziotti | |
Pittsburgh | 19. Jared Triolo |
San Diego | 12. Victor Lizarraga |
21. Daniel Montesino | |
St. Louis | 3. Matt Liberatore |
21. Gordon Graceffo | |
Tampa | 17. Tommy Romero |
25. Kyle Manzardo | |
Texas | 13. Ricky Vanasco |
26. Thomas Saggese | |
Washington | 2. Cade Cavalli |