Swanson, Moncada highlight Futures Game rosters
The U.S. and World rosters for the 2016 All-Star Futures Game were announced Tuesday by Major League Baseball.
The teams consist of 15 first-round picks and players from 11 countries and territories. Cuban sensation Yoan Moncada and 2015 first overall pick Dansby Swanson headline a sensational crop of talent set to square off July 10.
Top 5 prospects on World Roster
| PLAYER | RANK* | POSITION | ORG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yoan Moncada | 5 | 2B | Red Sox |
| Alex Reyes | 11 | P | Cardinals |
| Jorge Mateo | 26 | SS | Yankees |
| Manuel Margot | 40 | OF | Padres |
| Gary Sanchez | 52 | C | Yankees |
Moncada, the No. 5 prospect in baseball according to MLB Pipeline, impressed with the Boston Red Sox' Single-A affiliate in Salem, hitting .307/.427/.496 with four home runs, 34 RBIs, and 36 stolen bases before a promotion to Double-A Portland.
The 21-year-old Moncada is expected to be a big part of the future of the Red Sox organization after signing a $31.5-million deal.
Top 5 prospects on U.S. Roster
| PLAYER | RANK* | POSITION | ORG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dansby Swanson | 6 | SS | Braves |
| Alex Bregman | 18 | SS | Astros |
| Andrew Benintendi | 21 | OF | Red Sox |
| Clint Frazier | 23 | OF | Indians |
| Carson Fulmer | 33 | P | White Sox |
Swanson, originally drafted by the Arizona Diamondbacks before an offseason trade involving pitcher Shelby Miller brought him to the Atlanta Braves, hit .277/.368/.439 with six home runs, 34 RBIs, and 10 stolen bases across two levels this season.
He's expected to be the Braves starting shortstop not too far down the road.
*Rankings courtesy of MLB Pipeline