MINORS: 2015 top 1B prospects

This week we continue our annual review of the top prospects in baseball by position. Between now and Opening Day, we'll examine one position a week by looking at both those rookies ready to contribute in the big leagues now, as well as run-down of the top 15 long-term prospects at each position.

This week we focus on first base. Despite the overall offensive significance attached to the position, there continues to be a dearth of quality prospects. Not only is there a lack of depth, there isn't much upside potential. This is becoming a worrisome trend. No rookie appears to be in line to earn significant playing time right out of the gate, much less win a starting role. The Athletics selected Mark Canha (1B, OAK) in the Rule 5 draft,...

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