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These 15 Phillies top prospects should be on your radar

By Gabrielle Starr

Jun 17, 2019; Bradenton, FL, USA; Team Jones pitcher Mick Abel (1) during workouts at IMG Academy. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 17, 2019; Bradenton, FL, USA; Team Jones pitcher Mick Abel (1) during workouts at IMG Academy. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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12. Rickardo Perez C

Rickardo Perez is a backstop to watch, though his big-league days are still a long way off.

Perez signed with the Phillies less than a year ago, so he only has one professional season under his belt. Over 43 games in the Dominican Summer League, he hit .256/.370/.281 with a .651 OPS.

His scouting report praises his “excellent bat speed” and “ability to make consistently hard contact.”

MLB ETA: 2025

11. Logan O’Hoppe C

Logan O’Hoppe really impressed in the Arizona Fall League this year, putting himself on the map as a legitimate backup option and eventual successor to J.T. Realmuto. His scouting report is enthusiastic about his “tremendous raw power” and increased plate discipline. From a defensive standpoint, the “baseball rat” reportedly blocks well and has a “quick release.”

Unlike most of the Phillies’ top draft picks or international signings, O’Hoppe is quite an unexpected talent; the Phillies drafted him out of high school in the 23rd round of the 2018 draft, making him the 677th overall pick.

Over three seasons in the minors, O’Hoppe has a .273/.329/.458 line and a .787 OPS. In 22 games for Peoria in the AFL this year, he hit .299/.440/.519 with a .959 OPS, eight doubles, three home runs, 17 RBI, and 19 runs scored. He went 3-for-4 in stolen-base attempts.

If O’Hoppe continues to progress towards his anticipated 2023 debut, the Phillies might be able to package Perez for a potential trade.

MLB ETA: 2023

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