Dodgers Predicted to Call Up Top Prospect James Tibbs III

The 23-year-old outfielder has dominated Triple-A and could earn a spot on the MLB roster this season.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 9:08pm by

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The Los Angeles Dodgers, the back-to-back World Series champions, have one of the best farm systems in baseball. One of their top prospects is 23-year-old outfielder James Tibbs III, who was acquired in a trade last season. Tibbs has been tearing it up in Triple-A this year, hitting .323 with 8 home runs and a 1.206 OPS, leading some experts to predict he could get called up to the majors as soon as April.

Why it matters

The Dodgers have a deep and talented roster, but they are always looking to develop their young prospects. Tibbs' strong start in the minors could earn him a chance to contribute at the MLB level, potentially providing a boost to the Dodgers' lineup and outfield depth as they look to defend their World Series titles.

The details

Tibbs was originally drafted by the Boston Red Sox but was traded twice last season, first to the San Francisco Giants and then to the Dodgers. After struggling a bit in his first full pro season, Tibbs has found his groove with the Dodgers, rediscovering the power stroke that made him a top prospect. The Dodgers' director of player development praised Tibbs' resiliency in navigating the trades and adjusting to Double-A. Now in Triple-A, Tibbs has been one of the hottest hitters in the minors, leading some analysts to predict he could get a call-up to the Dodgers as soon as this month.

  • Tibbs was traded twice last season, first from the Red Sox to the Giants and then from the Giants to the Dodgers.
  • Tibbs has dominated Triple-A in 2026, hitting .323 with 8 home runs and a 1.206 OPS across 65 at-bats.

The players

James Tibbs III

A 23-year-old outfield prospect in the Dodgers' farm system who was acquired in a trade last season. Tibbs has been tearing it up in Triple-A this year, leading some experts to predict he could get called up to the majors soon.

Brandon Gomes

The general manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who discussed Tibbs' challenging first full pro season after being traded twice.

Will Rhymes

The Dodgers' director of player development, who praised Tibbs' resiliency in navigating the trades and adjusting to Double-A last season.

Dave Roberts

The manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, who gave Tibbs a big compliment, calling him a "championship-type player."

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What they’re saying

“It's very rare for somebody picked that high to be traded twice so soon. We know this has been a lot. First year of pro ball is challenging enough and then first full season and you're getting shipped around the country. I think it was just kind of listening and hearing him out and sharing ideas.”

— Brandon Gomes, General Manager, Los Angeles Dodgers

“It's hard to remember another player who went through more in a first full season — being traded twice and still navigating his way up to Double-A successfully. It speaks to his resiliency, which is such a valuable trait. Everyone knows about the hitting ability, but I was also impressed with his defense in the outfield and at first base.”

— Will Rhymes, Director of Player Development, Los Angeles Dodgers

“I've always had a hard time at first adjusting. They've just let me be myself. I think the main thing was just coming in here, I just felt like a shell of myself. I was trying to find my swing again, find the thing that made me successful in the past.”

— James Tibbs III

“He's a championship-type player.”

— Dave Roberts, Manager, Los Angeles Dodgers

What’s next

If Tibbs continues his hot hitting in Triple-A, the Dodgers will likely give him a chance to contribute at the MLB level in the coming weeks or months, potentially providing a boost to their lineup and outfield depth as they look to defend their World Series titles.

The takeaway

The Dodgers' ability to develop top prospects like Tibbs, even after he was traded twice in his first full pro season, highlights the strength of their farm system and their commitment to giving young talent a chance to contribute at the highest level.