Tyler Paddor, Luke Wortman, Isaac Stevens, Louis Taggart, Aaron McBride | March 6, 2025

Full List of Prospects Rankings
Honorable Mentions | Prospects 36-40 | Prospects 31-35

The Rockies system has hidden, undervalued prospects at every corner of the organization right now. While many prospects won’t pan out, it’s likely some of the prospects in the late 20s to early 30s range will be the ones holding key roles in the late 2020s, including star relief prospects Zach Agnos & Jaden Hill.

We’re officially breaking into the top 30! Stay tuned for the rest of the BSB Top 40 to drop over the next 10 days!

#30 – LHP Mason Albright

Albright was selected by the Angels in the 12th round of the 2021 draft, though his signing bonus was in line with a late second round pick, highlighting the high-end pedigree Albright possesses. Albright’s progression has gone about as planned since being selected out of IMG Academy. His smaller 6-foot frame is not built for big time velocity but he still can get into the mid-90s, averaging around 91 with a fastball he usually locates well.

Albright backs his heater up with an average curveball, slider, and changeup, though his changeup usually looks better than average. The rounded 4-pitch arsenal helped Albright navigate through Double-A as a 21-year-old this year, though his 4.59 ERA left something to be desired. Albright certainly unraveled a bit down the stretch, as he pitched to a 3.99 ERA in his first 12 starts versus a 5.12 ERA in his latter 11 as Albright logged a career high 115.2 innings.

Albright may get a challenge in Triple-A, though more seasoning in the pitcher-friendly Eastern League may be a more favorable assignment. – Tyler Paddor

#29 – RHP Zach Agnos

Some teams preferred Agnos as a hitter coming out of East Carolina, but the Rockies selected him as a pitcher in the 10th round in 2022. That pick looks like a great decision, as Agnos has blossomed into one of the best relievers in the system and arguably leaguewide. Agnos had the best season of any Rockies relief prospect in ‘24, tossing a 1.38 ERA, and striking out 63 in 52.1 innings.

The righty has a solid repertoire for a reliever, having a fastball, slider, changeup, and cutter in the mix, though he has also dabbled with other pitches, too. With a mid-90s fastball and plus command of 4 pitches, the reliever is able to get the most out of his deep arsenal. 

After finishing the year in Hartford, Agnos could be knocking on the door to the big leagues soon and should begin the year with Albuquerque to get some experience at altitude. – Luke Wortman

#28 – RHP Jaden Hill

In college with LSU, Hill looked like a first round pick until he had Tommy John surgery early in his Junior season. The Rockies were able to snag him in the 2nd round and a great 2024 campaign led to his big league debut. Prior to 2024, Hill struggled to find consistency as a starter which led to a transition in his role. Hill is strictly a reliever, albeit one who could do a lot of damage against an opposing lineup. The calling card here is a fastball that can flirt with triple digits, and he pairs it with a strong slider and changeup. Hill’s changeup has the potential to be well above average in MLB. 

After tossing 10.2 innings in the Show last season, Hill is poised to spend a lot of time this year pitching in Coors, though he’ll likely spend some time in Triple-A as well. – Luke Wortman

#27 – RHP Yujanyer Herrera

Signed internationally by the Brewers in 2019, Yujanyer Herrera did not make pro debut until 2021. Herrera struggled considerably limiting damage, posting an ERA over 7.00 between 2021 and 2022. Then, Herrera saw success in back to back years in 2023 and 2024, where he then posted ERAs of 4.08 and 3.04, respectively. Herrera projects to be a strike throwing starter, with the capability of striking out a batter per inning. He was traded to the Rockies alongside Bradley Blalock during the 2024 seasons in exchange for Nick Mears. 

Yujanyer Herrera is everything you want out of a starting pitcher. He locates his pitches in desirable locations that fit his arsenal. Herrera throws both a 4-seam and 2-seam fastball that sit in the mid-90s that he locates with precision. Alongside his fastball, Herrera offers a wipeout slider that has dominated MiLB up to this point. He throws in a changeup and cutter here and there as well. With his projectability, and in game performance, Herrera was on a trajectory to skyrocket up this list.

However, early this past offseason, Herrera had Tommy John surgery, and will sit for all of 2025. He will look to carry on his impressive professional career in 2026, and looks to be a Major Leaguer soon after. – Isaac Stevens

#26 – 3B Blake Wright

Wright was not a traditional 4th round selection when the Rockies signed him over $400k underslot because of his status as a college senior. However, Wright brings some pro-ready traits to the Rockies system with above average power & defense at the hot corner to go along with his quality hit tool. Wright makes a lot of contact and has average swing decisions.

It further helps that Wright lifts the baseball with ease, making the most of his usually quality contact. Wright should find his stride as a 20+ homer threat in the pros. There’s limited upside with Wright already being 23–the age curve in the minors is usually very indicative of future success–but after a productive pro debut, Wright looks primed for success in 2025.

Wright is all but certain to start in High-A where he’ll do his best as Kyle Karros’s successor at third base for Spokane. – Tyler Paddor