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Player Development

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Dejected baseball player walking off a minor league field towards a clubhouse, symbolizing a player being optioned down.
Draft HQ

Marlins Option Infielder Connor Norby to Triple-A Jacksonville

Through his first 200 at-bats this season, Miami Marlins infielder Connor Norby struck out 70 times while batting a meager .

Rachel Goldberg·June 26, 2026
A baseball scout uses the 20-80 scale to evaluate a young, talented player during a minor league game, highlighting the intersection of traditional scouting and modern analytics.
Diamond Digest

What Is the MLB 20-80 Scale for Player Development?

At 19, Jesús Made is already outperforming the Southern League average in Double A with a .

Marco Moretti·June 9, 2026
Washington Nationals players celebrating a dramatic 4-3 victory on the field, with CJ Abrams at the center of the jubilant scene.
The Pitch

Washington Nationals Player Updates

In a dramatic ninth-inning rally, CJ Abrams delivered a tying base hit, propelling the Washington Nationals to a 4-3 victory.

Sofia Castillo·June 9, 2026
Tampa Bay Rays players look dejected in the dugout after a significant loss to the Baltimore Orioles, with the scoreboard reflecting the score.
The Huddle

Rays' Defeat Highlights Carson Williams' Mixed Results

The Tampa Bay Rays, a team known for its player development prowess, suffered a brutal 16-6 defeat to the Baltimore Orioles on May 18, 2026.

Rachel Goldberg·May 23, 2026