Parks Harber Cracks MLB Pipeline’s Top 10 Third Base Prospects - And He’s Just Getting Started
When MLB Pipeline dropped its list of the top 10 third base prospects for 2026, there was a name at No. 10 that might’ve caught some fans off guard - but not those who’ve been paying attention. Parks Harber, the San Francisco Giants’ rising corner infield prospect, has officially arrived on the national radar.
And what a journey it’s been.
Just two years ago, Harber was lighting up college pitching at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, putting together a monster season with a 1.073 OPS, 20 home runs, and 63 RBIs. By any measure, that’s the kind of production that usually gets a player’s name called in the MLB Draft. But Harber went undrafted in 2024 - a surprising twist that now feels more like a footnote than a defining moment.
The New York Yankees saw the potential and scooped him up as an undrafted free agent. From there, Harber wasted no time proving he belonged.
He started his pro career in Low-A, but that assignment didn’t last long - and for good reason. His bat was clearly ahead of the level.
After a quick promotion to High-A, Harber continued to hit until an injury put him on the shelf. That stint on the injured list turned out to be a pivotal turning point in his young career.
In a midseason five-player deal, the Giants acquired Harber from the Yankees in exchange for hard-throwing reliever Camilo Doval. It was a bold move by San Francisco, and it’s already looking like a savvy one.
Once he joined the Giants’ High-A affiliate in Eugene, Harber caught fire. Over 108 plate appearances, he slashed .333/.454/.644 with seven home runs, 24 RBIs, and 20 runs scored.
That’s not just hot - that’s elite production. His 196 wRC+ tells the story of a hitter who wasn’t just good - he was dominating.
Add in a 14.8% walk rate, a manageable 20.4% strikeout rate, and a jaw-dropping .310 ISO, and you’ve got the profile of a player who’s not just mashing - he’s controlling the strike zone while doing it.
Had it not been for another injury that sidelined him for nearly two months, Harber likely would’ve earned a promotion to Double-A before season’s end. But the Giants still made sure to reward his breakout campaign with an invite to the Arizona Fall League - and he didn’t disappoint there either.
In 76 plate appearances against some of the best young arms in the game, Harber posted a 1.196 OPS with three home runs and 15 RBIs. He led the league with 12 extra-base hits, further cementing his status as a name to watch.
That performance helped earn him his spot on MLB Pipeline’s top 10 list, and as Jonathan Mayo put it, “Harber wasn’t even on San Francisco’s Top 30 until October. But he opened eyes with a .970 OPS in A ball in 2025 and then led the Arizona Fall League with 12 extra-base hits to put himself on the radar.”
Now, the 24-year-old is expected to open the 2026 season at Double-A - a level that has historically served as a proving ground for Giants prospects. It’s where the organization starts to separate the real big-league talent from the rest of the pack. If Harber keeps swinging the way he has, it won’t be long before he’s knocking on the door of Oracle Park.
For a player who went undrafted not long ago, Harber’s rise has been nothing short of impressive. He’s shown the ability to hit for power, get on base, and handle adversity - all traits that make him a compelling prospect in a system looking for its next breakout star at the hot corner.
Keep your eyes on Parks Harber. If his bat keeps doing the talking, this might be just the beginning.