2017 Arizona Diamondbacks Top 15 prospects

Organization Grades

Hitting: D ... Pitching: D+ ... Top-end Talent: F ... Depth: C- ... Overall: D-

 



Minor League Affiliates

Triple-A: Reno (Triple A West)
Double-A: Amarillo (Double A Central)
High-A: Hillsboro (A+ West)
Low-A: Visalia (A West)
Rookie: ACL D-backs (Arizona Complex League)
Rookie: DSL D-backs (Dominican Summer League)

 



1. Anthony Banda (LHP) ... 6-3, 175 ... 23 ... 2012 (10) San Jacinto College

Comments: Took giant leap forward in '16. Picked up 2 to 3 mph on 2-seam FB without losing arm side fade. Spike CB showing signs of becoming out pitch. CU started showing signs of becoming workable MLB option. Still inconsistent, features solid fade and good speed differential.

Development Path: Banda could battle for a MLB rotation spot...

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