The NL topped the AL 4-3 in the 2025 All-Star Game, but the Cubs' future shines brighter with seven prospects in MLB's Top 100. See why the farm system is key.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
The All-Star break is a welcome pause, a chance to catch our breath before the mad dash to October. While the baseball world watched the National League snag a dramatic 4-3 victory over the American League in a swing-off thriller, the biggest story for Cubs fans wasn't happening under the bright lights in Atlanta. It's brewing in the minor leagues, where a treasure trove of talent is signaling a golden era on the horizon for the North Side.
Seven players ranked in MLB's Top 100 prospects. Let that sink in.
It was a fun night of baseball in Atlanta, with the NL taking home the bragging rights. The game itself was a fitting tribute to the legendary Hank Aaron in his old ballpark, complete with a dramatic finish that saw the senior circuit win 4-3. While it's always great to see the league's best on one field, for Cubs fans, the game was a quiet interlude. With the team getting some much-needed rest, our attention naturally drifts from the present to the tantalizing future.
The mid-season prospect rankings are out, and the news couldn't be better for the Cubs. The organization's farm system is widely considered one of the best in baseball, boasting an incredible seven players on MLB's Top 100 list. Six of those are position players, many of whom are knocking on the door of the big leagues. This isn't just about tomorrow; it's about today. This depth gives the front office incredible flexibility heading into the trade deadline, providing either in-house reinforcements for the playoff push or high-value assets to acquire a missing piece.
So, who are these future stars? You know the names: Owen Caissie and Kevin Alcántara patrol the outfield with massive power potential. Moisés Ballesteros looks like the catcher of the future, while infielders Jefferson Rojas and James Triantos offer exciting versatility. And the pipeline just got deeper with the recent selection of Wake Forest outfielder Conrad at No. 17 in the draft, a player scouts rave about for his 'lot of upside.' The next wave isn't just coming; it's already here, dominating at every level of the minors.
As the All-Star festivities wrap up, the real season is about to begin. The Cubs will return to action with the trade deadline looming and a farm system bursting with talent. Will we see some of these top prospects at Wrigley this year? Will the front office leverage this depth for a major trade? The second half promises answers, and it's shaping up to be one of the most exciting stretches of Cubs baseball in recent memory. Get ready.
