Dodgers' Tibbs III hits 8th homer of season

Top prospect powers up for Triple-A Oklahoma City

Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:35am

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James Tibbs III, the Los Angeles Dodgers' No. 10 prospect, hit his eighth home run of the season for the team's Triple-A affiliate, the Oklahoma City Dodgers.

Why it matters

Tibbs is considered one of the Dodgers' top hitting prospects, and his power production at the Triple-A level is an encouraging sign as he works towards a potential MLB debut.

The details

Tibbs, a 23-year-old outfielder, launched the solo home run in the 5th inning of Oklahoma City's game against their opponent. It was his eighth homer of the young season, showcasing the power that has made him a top prospect in the Dodgers' farm system.

  • The home run occurred on April 13, 2026.

The players

James Tibbs III

The Los Angeles Dodgers' No. 10 overall prospect, a 23-year-old outfielder playing for their Triple-A affiliate in Oklahoma City.

Oklahoma City Dodgers

The Triple-A minor league affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers, based in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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The takeaway

Tibbs' continued power production at the Triple-A level is an encouraging sign for the Dodgers, who view him as a key part of their future outfield plans as they look to maintain their status as one of the top teams in the National League.