Dodgers Prospects Shine in 2026 Spring Breakout

Zach Root, James Tibbs III, and other top Dodgers minor leaguers impress in annual showcase

Mar. 22, 2026 at 9:40pm

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Several top prospects in the Los Angeles Dodgers organization had standout performances in the 2026 MLB Spring Breakout game against the Chicago White Sox minor leaguers. Zach Root, a 2025 Dodgers draft pick, tied a Spring Breakout record with 8 strikeouts in 3 innings, while James Tibbs III hit a 3-run homer and other prospects like Josue De Paula and Zyhir Hope also contributed to the Dodgers' 11-10 win.

Why it matters

The Spring Breakout game provides a valuable opportunity for Dodgers prospects to showcase their skills and make a case for potential call-ups to the major league roster. Strong performances by these young players could accelerate their path to the big leagues and bolster the Dodgers' farm system.

The details

Zach Root, a 2025 Dodgers draft pick, made his professional debut in the Spring Breakout game and tied a record with 8 strikeouts in 3 innings. He allowed just 1 hit and averaged 97.2 mph on his fastball, topping out at 99 mph. James Tibbs III, who was traded twice before the 2025 deadline, hit a 3-run homer and is looking to make his MLB debut in 2026 after a strong 2025 season in the minors. Other standouts included Josue De Paula, Zyhir Hope, and pitcher Adam Serwinoski.

  • The Spring Breakout game took place on Saturday, March 22, 2026.
  • Zach Root tied the Spring Breakout record for strikeouts in a single game.

The players

Zach Root

A 2025 draft pick of the Los Angeles Dodgers who made his professional debut in the Spring Breakout game, tying a record with 8 strikeouts in 3 innings.

James Tibbs III

A Dodgers prospect who hit a 3-run homer in the Spring Breakout game after being traded twice before the 2025 deadline and finding a home in the Dodgers organization.

Josue De Paula

A near-consensus top Dodgers prospect who continued his strong hitting, going the other way for an RBI double off the wall in the Spring Breakout game.

Zyhir Hope

A Dodgers prospect who had an RBI single and reached base twice more via walk in the Spring Breakout game.

Adam Serwinoski

A Dodgers pitching prospect acquired in a trade last year, who matched Zach Root with 3 innings pitched in the Spring Breakout game.

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The takeaway

The strong performances by these Dodgers prospects in the Spring Breakout game showcase the depth and talent in the team's farm system, and could lead to some of them making their MLB debuts with the big league club in 2026.