Reds Prospect Steele Hall Impresses Francona Despite Young Age

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Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona praised the team's 2025 first-round draft pick, Steele Hall, despite the fact that the 18-year-old should technically still be a senior in high school. Hall has impressed the organization with his performance in spring training, and Francona noted that it's "pretty amazing" he's already playing at the professional level.

Why it matters

The Reds are high on Hall, who is their No. 3 ranked prospect. At just 18 years old, he has already added significant strength and has elite speed, giving the organization plenty of reason to be excited about his future potential.

The details

Hall was the Reds' first-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, selected ninth overall out of Hewitt-Trussville High School in Alabama. Despite his young age, he has already impressed the Reds' coaching staff with his performance in spring training, leading Francona to comment that it's "pretty amazing" he's playing at this level when he should still be in high school.

• Hall was the Reds' first-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft.
• Hall reclassified and should technically still be a senior in high school.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Hall will continue to develop in the Reds' minor league system, with the goal of eventually making his way to the major league roster in the coming years.