Prospect Podcast: Six Pop-Up Players Standing Out In 2026

On this week's Prospect Podcast, Geoff Pontes, JJ Cooper and Ian Cundall discuss a slew of prospects who are having exceptional seasons. Many of these prospects weren't on Top 30s coming into the season, but they're having seasons worth a second look. Why are we still skeptical with some, and which breakouts do we think have staying power.

(02:00) Owen Ayers, C, Cubs

(13:00) Manuel Pena, 1B, D-backs

(22:30) Jason Schiavone, C, Astros

(28:00) Ben Ross, SS, Twins

(34:45) Lonnie White Jr., OF, Pirates

(42:00) Sean Keys, 1B, Blue Jays

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