Dodgers Land Four in Baseball America's Top 100 Prospects for 2026: Here's What It Means
While much of the country is still digging out from winter storms, Major League Baseball is already looking ahead to warmer days. Spring training is just around the corner, and with that comes the annual wave of prospect rankings-none more anticipated than Baseball America’s Top 100 list. For Dodgers fans, there’s plenty to be excited about.
Los Angeles placed four players on the 2026 edition of Baseball America’s Top 100 Prospects list, tying them with several other clubs-including the Red Sox, Tigers, Yankees, Pirates, Giants, Mariners, Twins, Rays, and Cardinals-for the third-most representatives. The Dodgers’ quartet is exclusively made up of outfielders, all with high ceilings and different timelines, but each offering a glimpse into the franchise’s future.
Here’s a closer look at the Dodgers’ Top 100 prospects and what their inclusion tells us about the state of the farm system:
No. 20 - Eduardo Quintero, CF/OF
Quintero didn’t just crack the Top 100-he rocketed up it. After not appearing on last year’s list, he now sits at No. 20 overall and is considered the Dodgers’ top prospect by Baseball America. That’s a significant leap from his No. 7 team ranking in 2025.
The 19-year-old outfielder split time last season between Low-A Rancho Cucamonga and High-A Great Lakes, and he did more than hold his own. He posted a .293 batting average, a .415 on-base percentage, and a .508 slugging mark. Add in 19 home runs and a 152 wRC+ over 113 games, and you’ve got a player who’s not just performing-he’s dominating at his level.
Quintero’s blend of plate discipline, power, and athleticism makes him a name to remember. But even with those eye-popping numbers, he’s still likely a couple of years away from Dodger Stadium.
No. 24 - Josue De Paula, RF/OF
De Paula is no stranger to prospect lists. He’s been a mainstay in Baseball America’s rankings for the past two seasons, coming in at No. 18 in 2025 and No. 33 in 2024. This year, he lands at No. 24, and he’s now considered the Dodgers’ No. 2 prospect.
In 2025, De Paula spent most of his time with High-A Great Lakes, slashing .263/.406/.421 with 12 home runs in 98 games. That kind of on-base ability at age 20 is no small feat. He earned a late-season promotion to Double-A Tulsa, a sign the organization sees him as someone who could move quickly.
What sets De Paula apart is his advanced approach at the plate. He’s not just swinging for the fences-he’s controlling at-bats, drawing walks, and making pitchers work. That skill set tends to translate well as hitters climb the ladder.
No. 45 - Mike Sirota, CF
Acquired in the Gavin Lux trade, Sirota is a new name for Dodgers fans, but he’s already climbing the ranks. He’s now the Dodgers’ third-ranked prospect, jumping all the way from No. 25 last year.
Sirota’s 2025 season was a tale of two parts. Before a knee injury cut things short, he was tearing up A-ball, hitting .333/.452/.616 with 32 extra-base hits in just 59 games. After a promotion to Double-A, he continued to show flashes of elite offensive tools.
Baseball America’s Josh Norris noted that Sirota could’ve landed even higher on the list if not for the injury. That speaks volumes about how scouts view his upside. If he returns to full health, he’s a strong candidate to climb even higher in 2026.
No. 63 - Zyhir Hope, CF
Hope rounds out the Dodgers’ Top 100 contingent, coming in at No. 63 overall and ranked as the club’s No. 4 prospect. That’s a slight bump from his No. 5 team ranking last year.
Hope was acquired in the Michael Busch deal and spent the bulk of 2025 in High-A, where he posted a .265/.377/.428 slash line with 13 home runs and 27 doubles. Like De Paula, he earned a promotion to Double-A Tulsa late in the season.
Hope brings a well-rounded game to the table. He’s not just a power bat or a speed guy-he does a little bit of everything. The Dodgers clearly see potential here, and his steady rise through the system reflects that.
Big Picture: The Dodgers’ Farm System Remains Elite
Even with Roaki Sasaki, Dalton Rushing, Alex Freeland, and Jackson Ferris graduating from prospect status or falling off the list due to promotions or other shifts, the Dodgers continue to reload. Sasaki, last year’s No. 1 overall prospect per MLB Pipeline, is now firmly part of the big-league rotation. Yet the system still boasts top-end talent and enviable depth.
The addition of Kyle Tucker via free agency likely means the Dodgers aren’t in a rush to push these outfielders to the majors. That gives players like Quintero, De Paula, Sirota, and Hope time to develop at their own pace, without the pressure of immediate expectations.
As more prospect lists roll out in the coming weeks, don’t be surprised if the Dodgers maintain their No. 1 ranking among MLB farm systems. The names may change, but the pipeline keeps flowing. And if this current crop of outfielders continues to trend upward, the next wave of homegrown talent could be arriving in L.A. sooner than later.