Rochester Red Wings: Nationals' Top Prospects Unleashed

0:00For the Washington Nationals, it's March 21st. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. Washington Nationals fans have a new must-watch spot in the minors this season. The Rochester Redwings, their AAA team, just got even more stack after top prospect Dylan Cruz was sent down. Now they've got a mix of former top draft picks, a next all star, and other high upside players all in one place. Cruz hit decently there last year with a solid on-base plus lugging mark, but the Nationals rushed him to the majors too soon. This time around, he'll work under manager Matthew LaCory in hitting coaches Brian Daubuck and Travis Fittah, who bring plenty of experience and fresh. Ideas to help him refine his swing. Meanwhile, the pitching staff features Josiah Gray, a 28-year-old who was an all-star candidate before Tommy John's surgery, sidelined him. He's building back his velocity and could rejoin the big league rotation soon. Catcher Harry Ford, picked up in a trade from Seattle, rounds out the star power after

1:03a strong AAA year in playoff taste with the Mariners. Robert Hassel III, another piece from the Juan Soto deal, and a former top 10 pick returns too. At just 24, he flashed power in the minors last season despite big league struggles. Players like Fireball or Lewis Parallels, breakout Riley Cornelio, Mitchell Parker, and left the Andrew Alvarez at depth with their unique skills. Keep an eye on Rochester box scores because these talents won't stick around long before heading to Washington.