Future Projection

In today’s mailbag, a listener proposes an overhauled international talent acquisition system. Ben and Carlos react to that, then answer questions about Dylan Crews, Walker Jenkins and Austin Overn. —Time Stamps: (0:30) A potential shakeup to the international system?(18:05) What did we get wrong with Dylan Crews?(25:20) How did Austin Overn’s production in 2026 change his projection?(29:15) Thoughts on Walker Jenkins’ struggles in the majors?—Do you have feedback for the show or want to ask us a  question? Email us: [email protected] Projection Twitter: @FutureProPodBen's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America WebsiteAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben and Carlos talk about the storylines—or lack thereof—during the stretch run of the major league season, then turn their eyes to the Arizona Fall League, which recently had rosters announced. Who are we excited to see? All that and more. —Time Stamps: (0:00) Postseason talk(11:30) This time of year(13:40) Arizona Fall League(17:40) Vance Honeycutt(23:40) Myles Bailey(29:00) Dax Kilby(31:00) Tate Southisene & Owen Carey (34:50) Braylon Payne—Do you have feedback for the show or want to ask us a question? Email us: [email protected] Projection Twitter: @FutureProPodBen's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America WebsiteAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben and Carlos open the listener mailbag to take questions about Athletics outfielder Devin Taylor, Cardinals shortstop Yairo Padilla, Tigers outfielder Cris Rodriguez and Rays first baseman Collin Bland.—Time Stamps: (0:55) Devin Taylor (5:15 ) Yairo Padilla(7:15) Cris Rodriguez(10:10) Collin Bland—Do you have feedback for the show or want to ask us a question? Email us: [email protected] Projection Twitter: @FutureProPodBen's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America Website—ASPCATo explore coverage, visit aspcapetinsurance.com/FOUL. The ASPCA® is not an insurer and is not engaged in the business of insurance.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben and Carlos talk about the Dodgers promoting outfielder Josue De Paula and get into what makes him such a well-rounded offensive player. The two talk about a few of the notable standouts from this year’s Dominican Summer League, including Angeibel Gomez, Johenssy Colome, Yostin Peña and others. The two then talk about Andrew Fischer’s bid for a 50-homer season, then get into a ton of fascinating shortstop prospects including Leo De Vries, Sebastian Walcott, Eli Willits and Josuar Gonzalez. —Time Stamps: (0:30) Josue De Paula(15:30) DSL Top prospects (16:00) Angeibel Gomez(22:00) Johenssy Colome(24:50) Yostin Peña(29:00) Albert Fermín, Francisco Renteria(29:30) Andrew Fischer’s 50-homer effort(38:00) Leo De Vries injury(41:30) Sebastian Walcott scorching(45:00) Eli Willits comps and ETA(53:20) Josuar Gonzalez raking(57:45) Zyhir Hope —Do you have feedback for the show or want to ask us a question? Email us: [email protected] Projection Twitter: @FutureProPodBen's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America WebsiteAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Ben and Carlos break open the listener mailbag to answer prospect questions about Rays shortstop Carson Williams and outfielder Slater De Brun; how we view teams’ track records in trading for players; how we handle the information handover from one draft class to another (and how teams do the same); and what the CBA ramifications could be for the 2027 Dominican Summer League. —Time Stamps: (0:55) What happened to Rays SS Carson Williams?(3:00) Rays pro scouting(9:00) How we handle information sharing and handoffs for different classes(16:00) How will the CBA impact the signing period and 2027 DSL season?(20:40) What are our thoughts on Rays OF Slater De Brun’s power upside? —Do you have feedback for the show or want to ask us a question? Email us: [email protected] Projection Twitter: @FutureProPodBen's Twitter: @BenBadlerCarlos's Twitter: @CarlosACollazoBaseball America Website—FABLETICSShop now at Fabletics.com/Foul and get 70 to 80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy