Athletics 2026 top 20 prospects: Leo De Vries, Gage Jump lead the way

The A's system has improved in part because of an in flux of talent from a few trades, as well as the most recent draft.

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

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The Athletics' farm system has seen significant improvements, bolstered by key trades and the latest draft. Shortstop prospect Leo De Vries, acquired from the Padres, and pitcher Gage Jump, a 2024 second-round pick, headline the team's top 20 prospects for 2026.

Why it matters

The Athletics' prospect pipeline is crucial for the team's long-term success, as they look to build a contending roster through player development. The influx of talent, both via trades and the draft, suggests the A's are well-positioned to compete in the coming years.

The details

De Vries, a switch-hitting shortstop, has a star-level ceiling and MVP-level upside if he can stick at the position. Jump, a right-handed pitcher, has a three-pitch mix that includes a 94-95 mph fastball, an above-average slider, and a potentially plus changeup. The A's also acquired several other promising prospects in recent trades, including left-hander Mason Arnold and right-handers Baez and Nett.

  • De Vries was traded to the Athletics at the 2025 trade deadline.
  • Jump was the Athletics' second-round pick in the 2024 MLB Draft.
  • Arnold was the Athletics' first-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft.
  • Baez and Nett were part of the return in the Mason Miller trade.

The players

Leo De Vries

A switch-hitting shortstop prospect with a star-level ceiling and MVP-level upside if he can stick at the position.

Gage Jump

A right-handed pitching prospect with a 94-95 mph fastball, an above-average slider, and a potentially plus changeup.

Mason Arnold

A left-handed pitching prospect with a low three-quarters arm slot and plus extension, who projects as a mid-rotation starter.

Baez

A right-handed pitching prospect acquired in the Mason Miller trade, who profiles as a back-end starter.

Nett

A right-handed pitching prospect acquired in the Mason Miller trade, who has a chance to start with fourth starter potential.

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