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Future Projection

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MLB Draft
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Top 100 Prospects
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2025 MLB Draft
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Baseball America’s Ben Badler and Carlos Collazo offer scout-level insight into all levels of baseball—everything from the amateur MLB Draft, international scouting, minor league prospects to the bigs. New episodes drop every week.

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Latest Episodes

Ben and Carlos do some podcast housekeeping and followup on their discussion about how an international draft picking order might work. The two then talk about the breakout season of Rays OF Victor Mesa Jr. and how he is already a player we never exp... more

Ben and Carlos talk about what makes Alfredo Sena the top prospect in this year’s international class, and then take questions about international draft signing strategies and who would pick first if an international draft took place. They also take ... more

Ben and Carlos talk about Ethan Salas catching in the postseason, and marvel at how he’s this good at just 20 years old. They talk about the next tier of top catching prospects, both current minor leaguers and some of the top names in the 2027 class,... more

Ben and Carlos answer listener questions about: the most exciting measurables in the 2027 draft class, Rangers hitters Dylan Dreiling and Rafe Perich, Rays righthander Alexander Alberto and whether or not righthanded-hitting prospects are under value... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Davis
Former pitching director for the Atlanta Braves
Atlanta Braves
Episode: Episode 153: How MLB Teams Develop Pitching With Paul Davis
Peter Flaherty
Draft analyst
Baseball America
Episode: Episode 92: MLB Draft Mega Preview For All 30 Teams

Hosts

Carlos Collazo
Host of Future Projection; Baseball America staff writer with deep scouting and drafting experience.
Benjamin Badler
Co-host; longtime Baseball America analyst focusing on international and amateur scouting, draft prep, and prospect evaluation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 168 ratings
  • Incredible podcast

    Always learn a ton. The recent pitching episode w Paul Davis was one of the most educating interviews I’ve heard! Ben and Carlos are great interviewers

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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ziggyshenene
    United States9 months ago
  • The Best BA Pod

    I really enjoy the insight and banter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slacker George
    United States10 months ago
  • The Secret Weapon to Fantasy Excellence

    I’ve been listening to this show from the beginning and it keeps getting better! Ben and Carlos see the game like “Neo” in the Matrix, and are uncannily adept at zigging when other baseball reporting zags. And they are usually right!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Repo16
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Best Baseball Prospect Podcast

    If you are looking for some high level info on different minor league systems, want to know who are the highlights for the next draft, or you want to know what makes a guy good prospect, this is the podcast for you! With information for both the expert and the uninitiated, Ben and Carlos make every episode very entertaining, keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Enzdor
    Argentinaa year ago
  • Pod

    The best minor league baseball podcast period and it’s not really close

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matthew4868
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the host duo for industry knowledge and chemistry.
The show is described as highly informative for both casual fans and professionals.
Episodes are lauded for data-backed insights, though some note runtime could be long for on-the-go listening.

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#89
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#36
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#75
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#69
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#73
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#30
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 206: Mailbag—Thoughts On Devin Taylor and Power-Over-Hit Offensive Players
Q: Have you had a chance to see Collin Bland's swing and what does his development look like?
Bland has extraordinary raw power and a highly aggressive, torque-driven swing, which gives him a high ceiling but also high strikeout risk. The team will need to see walk-rate improvement and better pitch recognition to realize his power without sacrificing on-base skills, potentially making him a first-base profile unless he develops more contact and approach.
Episode 206: Mailbag—Thoughts On Devin Taylor and Power-Over-Hit Offensive Players
Q: What might be a realistic expectation for Cris Rodriguez at the Major League level in his peak years?
Rodriguez shows exciting bat speed and power but struggles with pitch recognition and high strikeout rates. In the lower minors he can get away with it, but climbing higher increases the difficulty. If he can improve his plate discipline and contact, he could reach the big leagues and contribute, though the risk is tied to whether the swing can translate under more advanced pitching.
Episode 206: Mailbag—Thoughts On Devin Taylor and Power-Over-Hit Offensive Players
Q: Is Yairo Padilla progressing as hoped or has there been a regression?
Padilla has not logged heavy time in 2026; when active, his numbers show some offensive upside and power, but there's still rawness and a need for more consistent contact. The comparison to higher-ceiling peers is cautious; he's not yet at Ellie De La Cruz level, but there's potential for growth if he gains more platform time and accelerates development.
Episode 206: Mailbag—Thoughts On Devin Taylor and Power-Over-Hit Offensive Players
Q: What are your thoughts on Devin Taylor with the A's and could he be in the unsettled outfield in 2027?
Taylor has a well-rounded college offensive profile and an impressive 2026 across three levels, suggesting he could win a corner-outfield spot or possibly DH work if the defense doesn't fully carry. His power and contact look solid, but limited defense means he'll need to hit enough to secure a path, likely by leveraging health across the roster and opportunity in the outfield.
Episode 204: Mailbag—How Do We Handle Draft Transitions & Information?
Q: Ben on Twitter asked about Slater De Brun's power potential in pro ball?
De Brun profiles as a high-contact, speed-oriented player with limited power; the outlook suggests a power projection closer to 20 or 30 on a scale where 40 would be more optimistic, with power staying well below average and value coming from contact and speed alone.

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What is Future Projection about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A data-driven baseball prospect podcast offering scout-level analysis across amateur, international, minor league, and major league levels. Episodes routinely center on draft strategy, prospect upside, swing mechanics, and development pathways, with heavy emphasis on data, player profiles, and organizational depth. Notable strengths include deep, model-informed evaluations, candid drafting debates, and sponsorship-integrated segments that feel natural within high-signal discussions. The show is a go-to for industry readers and teams seeking nuanced, comparative insights into future MLB talent and how scouting intersects with real-world decisions.

What stands out is the consistent combination of rigorous analysis and accessible banter betwe... more

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