MINORS: Teams to watch in Low-A and High-A, 2017
Apr 17 2017
The minor league season is underway and there are several affiliates in the lower minors that are filled with top-end talent. Affiliates in the Low-A leagues aren't as strong as in recent years, but there are still a handful that deserve attention. Many prospect followers map out their road trips based solely on where the top players are assigned. Here are some teams in the lower minors worthy of your attention. (Links go to that team's Organization Report.)
HIGH-A FLORIDA STATE LEAGUE
Bradenton Marauders: Affiliate of Pittsburgh Pirates
Prospects of note: Mitch Keller (RHP), Ke'Bryan Hayes (3B), Will Craig (3B), Cole Tucker (SS), Gage Hinsz (RHP), Taylor Hearn (LHP), Kevin Krause (C), Casey Hughston (OF)
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