Headlined by one of the game's top prospects, Jackson Chourio, the Milwaukee Brewers possess a system that is brimming with talent. The Brewers excel at scouting and developing talent, and this year they added a significant amount of talent to their organization through the draft and the international free agent (IFA) market. They have drafted Brock Wilken, one of college baseball's top power hitters, and have also added a slew of talented prep infielders like Cooper Pratt and Eric Bitonti. This will greatly contribute to the farm system once Chourio graduates early in the season. The Brewers are also equipped with high-octane pitchers who carry varying amounts of reliever risk, and no one exemplifies this more than Jacob Misiorowski, who delivered an impressive performance at last year's Future's Game. The Brewers leave no stone unturned in any market they can, whether that's diving into the NCAA D2 ranks or unearthing interesting international free agents (IFAs) like the talented Yoephery Rodriguez. Overall, the Brewers have a strong farm system that is rich in 50's and 45's. They consistently have to unearth gems because they choose not to flex any sort of financial power, which puts more pressure on their picks and signings to succeed. Luckily, they have Jackson Chourio locked up for the foreseeable future with a record contract for a player to have not accrued a single day of service time. The Brewers are in a good position to compete for the NL Central with some talented players looking to make their debuts in 2024.
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We have constructed this list using the Overall Future Potential (OFP) scale. There is no perfect equation for ranking prospects or assigning value to them, but we believe this method is the best possible approach. Every prospect on this list has been graded based on the tried and true 20-80 scouting scale. An 80 is the highest tool and OFP grade on the scale, reserved for MVP-caliber players or tools. Conversely, a 20 is reserved for non-prospects (NPs). A 50 OFP falls in the middle, indicating our evaluators deem this player a future average major league player. Below the 50 OFP tier are the 45s and 40s, comprising a large majority of players on each list. These are specific-role players, such as platoon hitters, utility players, or low-leverage relievers. Above the 50 OFP tier are the 55s and 60s. A 55 represents a future above-average player, and a 60 OFP designation is reserved for future All-Star caliber players.
In addition to the tool grades and OFP, we will also include a 'Risk' associated with each prospect. We use this to better communicate to you, the reader, whether a grade is more aggressive or conservative in nature. The evaluation team has worked painstakingly to apply both the grades and risk components to better illustrate how each individual prospect stacks up in their respective system and in the baseball ecosystem.
This year, we decided to accompany the scouting reports with dynasty commentary on each, as well as quick reference to the player's Top 500 fantasy prospect rank (top 1000 dynasty rank coming soon), PLIVE+ metrics and Jordan Rosenblum's peak projections. The PLIVE+ rank noted is the rank among hitters, starters or relievers.
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1. Jackson Chourio, OF - 70 OFP
Age: 20 Highest Level: AAA
2023 Pre-season Rank: 1 OFP: 70
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 4
| Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 70 | High |
Report Chourio opened 2023 in Double-A, making him the youngest prospect in the upper levels to begin the season in all of minor league baseball. Chourio is a quick-twitch athlete, and he’s managed to add strength to the frame while maintaining his athleticism. He has a well-developed lower half with strong thighs and calves with some room to add to this upper body. He stands slightly closed at the plate with his hands back with a short leg lift in which he coils his energy to the back hip. He had some mechanical issues that could likely be blamed on the experimental baseball where he was stepping in the bucket, or flying open and getting beat by spin, and fastballs up in the zone. His chase rate and swing rate dropped significantly after the regular baseballs were introduced, and he started hitting again. He ended the season in Triple-A and is a prime candidate to take home the Rookie of the Year Award next season and has signed a record breaking contract for a player with no service time, giving him a legit shot at cracking the starting lineup on opening day.. Very few prospects are as skilled and tooled up as Chourio. He has plus-plus speed and plus power and will be a plus defender in center, but the presence of Sal Frelick and Garrett Mitchell could push him to right, where his plus arm plays. The only real concern here is the hit tool, and specifically the over-aggressiveness. He did overcome his slow start though and his 67% contact rate in 2022 turned into 80% this year. He is the closest thing to Ronald Acuna Jr. in the minor leagues and the only way it fails is if he doesn’t adjust to big league pitching. - Matt Thompson
Fantasy Outlook Chourio is a fantasy superstar in the making who’ll debut in 2024 and be 20 years old all season long. After the Southern League did away with their tacky ball, he closed out the year with a .917 OPS and a minuscule 13 K%...all as a 19-year-old. This is a cornerstone of a dynasty team that we strongly suggest you don’t trade unless you’re getting someone with MVP upside who’s a little on the older side. Think Bryce Harper and Mookie Betts. And even then, it’s okay to hesitate, given all the premium years you’re expected to get. Chourio has the upside of being a first-round draft pick as soon as 2025 and we’re excited to see a new potential face of the sport make his debut. - Eddy Almaguer
2. Jeferson Quero, C - 55 OFP
Age: 21 Highest Level: AA
2023 Pre-season Rank: 7 OFP: 50
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 77
| Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 50 | 60 | 60 | 30 | High |
Report Quero is a short and sturdy catcher who held his own despite playing all season in Double-A at 20 years old. Entering the season there were some questions about his durability, power, and command of the zone, and he answered all those questions with his consistency and production. Quero does make contact at a high rate and improved his swing decisions which, combined with his maturing physically, has led to more power. His power is limited to his pull-side, but he will spray the ball to all fields. He’s a plus defender behind the plate with a plus arm and excellent footwork. He handles his pitching staff well and has the look of a future franchise catcher. He made some small adjustments throughout the year, specifically with his hand placement which allowed him to quiet down his trigger and get his hands into a better hitting position sooner. He’s a future franchise catcher and could make his debut sometime in 2024. The Brewers always manage to squeeze more than enough out of catchers with questionable defense, but they could really turn Quero into a multiple all-star, and it looks like he will hit enough to get into Gold Glove conversations, too. - Matt Thompson
Fantasy Outlook Quero has been a steady riser on prospect lists over the last 18 months and has earned every inch. He was known more for his glove coming into 2022, but he has worked very hard on his offensive game. He’s improved his plate approach (7.4 BB% in ‘22, 10 BB% in ‘23) and power (10 HR in ‘22, 16 HR in ‘23), making him a much tougher out. Over the past two seasons, we can see a concerted effort to pull the ball more and try and maximize his game power. He has the potential to become the rare above-average hit and power tool catcher. Combine his improved offense with his stellar defense, and we probably see him at some point in 2024. - Greg Hoogkamp
3. Jacob Misiorowski, RHP - 55 OFP
Age: 21 Highest Level: AA
2023 Pre-season Rank: 6 OFP: 50
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 53
| Fastball | Curveball | Slider | Changeup | Command | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 50 | 60 | 45 | 40 | High |
Report Misiorowski has a slim, string bean-esque frame at 6’7” and 190 pounds. There’s loads of projection in his frame, with length to his limbs and plenty of athleticism. He generates a ton of extension down the mound and utilizes a low three-quarters arm slot. There are some herky jerky motions and effort in the delivery. He had the highest signing bonus of the Brewers 2022 draft class, and it looks like this could be one of the early steals in the draft out of Crowder JC. He is able to pump 100 mph on a regular basis, often sitting in the high 90s, and he reached upwards of 102 mph in 2023. To add to it, he also generates nearly 7 feet of extension while posting high spin rates above 2,500 RPMs. That, mixed with a very low release point and good riding action, creates problems for hitters when up in the zone. The slider has gotten up to 92 mph with good tilt and sweep late in the zone, regularly getting quite a few chases in the process. The changeup sits in the high-80s to low-90s, and there’s a curveball in the mid-80s at times, although neither has been utilized often up to this point. There’s still some work to do with the command and arsenal. He’s mostly a two-pitch guy, and we saw how dominant it can be during the Future’s Game in his one-inning stint. If he does move to the pen, it won’t be long until it’s high-leverage work. It is worth noting that he was put on the IL due to arm fatigue in August and did not return to the mound after that. - Matt Thompson
Fantasy Outlook Misiorowski’s height and extension already make him a difficult at-bat, but when you add 100 mph heat to the mix, you’re left with a peripheral top 50 prospect in fantasy. Sure, the relief risk is pertinent, but you have two major league-quality pitches with still-developing command and another pair of offerings that could still see development to add more weaponry to the nuclear fastball and plus slider. However, his brand of high-octane relief work may be too appealing for a Brewers club currently hanging around postseason contention. Misiorowski’s range of outcomes makes him an easy prospect to roster and profit from. - Drew Wheeler
4. Tyler Black, 2B - 50 OFP
Age: 23 Highest Level: AAA
2023 Pre-season Rank: 10 OFP: 45
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 55
| Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 60 | Low |
Report Black is as close to the big leagues as a prospect can get after dominating Triple-A for close to two months to close this year out. The compactly built Black plays with a grinder mentality and should be an optimal top-of-the-order option as a result. Black works counts effectively because of his pristine strike zone awareness and also brings quality bat control. Black’s swing has gotten more compact and efficient with little upper body effort involved to get his hands around though Black has a significant leg kick to help generate momentum. Black now handles all pitch types well after having some timing issues with breaking balls in the past. Black took a big step forward in the power department and a case could be made his power is average though a 20 home run projection still seems steep. Black’s defensive future is up in the air as his infield reads aren’t always strong and his plus speed makes him a better fit for the outfield, though his arm is average at best. Black looks faster than plus when he’s rounding the bases but his home-to-first times are just plus. The defensive uncertainty almost warrants a 45 OFP but the bat should be good enough to make him an everyday player. - Tyler Paddor
Fantasy Outlook Black took his offensive game up several levels in 2023 and quickly became a must-roster in leagues. He’s always shown good plate discipline and he rarely chases (18.1 O-Swing% in Triple-A). His contact rates are very good (88.9 in-zone contact%) and he cut his K% from 20% in Double-A to 13.3% in Triple-A. In 2023 his power ticked up as he had 55 extra base hits and a .228 ISO and his EV’s and conscious effort to lift the ball support this growth. The most impressive part of his game might be the stolen base category. Black swiped 55 bags in Double-A and Triple-A combined and improved his efficiency compared to 2022. Black is limited defensively, but the Brewers will find a spot for him in their lineup and it should be in 2024. Expect a high-floor, moderate-upside player in fantasy with a big bump in OBP leagues. - Greg Hoogkamp
5. Brock Wilken, 3B - 50 OFP
Age: 21 Highest Level: AA
2023 MLB Draft Rank: 27
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 71
| Hit | Power | Field | Arm | Run | Risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 70 | 40 | 60 | 30 | High |
Report After three seasons destroying ACC pitching, Wilken crept all the way up to Double-A in his professional debut, showcasing the skills that made him a first-rounder this past summer. Wilken has an extra-large frame with an extremely strong build, and no further projectability needed. He maintains fairly simple mechanics, allowing his hand speed and natural strength to do the work. He comes with double-plus raw power and a considerable fly ball profile, and can send the ball a mile to all fields when he’s able to extend his arms — although he is susceptible to pitches on the inner third. He possesses incredible patience and a strong eye, with an impressive ability to recognize spin that prevents him from chasing often. He struggles to make contact when he does swing at breaking stuff, but overall there’s very limited swing-and-miss for a player with his profile, and he draws more than enough walks. His patience, however, can sometimes be a detriment, as he consistently falls behind in the count. Defensively, Wilken has soft hands and solid instincts at the hot corner, with lots of effortless carry on his throws. Given his size, though, he is never going to be even an average runner, and he’s not the most mobile defender at third, with limited range that may push him across the diamond. There’s even some full-time DH risk, and right-handed 1B/DH types are inherently risky because there is so much pressure on the bat. Willken has hit at every level thus far, though. - Harris Yudin
Fantasy Outlook Wilken is your prototypical slugging third baseman, a revolving door position for the Brewers in recent seasons. In his professional debut, he was an above-average hitter in three different stops. His vaunted power didn’t show up in the statline with just five home runs in 203 plate appearances. However, his exit velocities are elite and should translate as Wilken moves through the system. His approach shouldn’t hold him back either; he’s not afraid to take a walk (16.7 BB%). Wilken should be ranked near or even inside your top 10 for FYPDs. - Greg Hoogkamp
6. Luis Lara, OF - 50 OFP
Age: 19 Highest Level: A+
2023 Pre-season Rank: 13 OFP: 45
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 118
7. Robert Gasser, LHP - 50 OFP
Age: 24 Highest Level: AAA
2023 Pre-season Rank: 9 OFP: 45
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 156
8. Yophery Rodriguez, OF - 50 OFP
Age: 18 Highest Level: DSL
2023 Pre-season Rank: N/A
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 398
9. Cooper Pratt, SS - 45 OFP
Age: 19 Highest Level: CPX
2023 MLB Draft Rank: 50
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 345
10. Logan Henderson, RHP - 50 OFP
Age: 22 Highest Level: A
2023 Pre-season Rank: 17 OFP: 40
Dynasty Prospect Rank: 408