Prospect watch: Phillies land 3 in MLB top 100, Andrew Painter no longer franchise best

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The Philadelphia Phillies' farm system, once touted as a powerhouse, has taken a hit in the latest MLB.com rankings of the top 100 prospects. Behind only 14 teams with at least four players on the list, three young Phillies stand out: infielder Aidan Miller, pitcher Andrew Painter, and shortstop J.P. Crawford.

In a surprising twist, Miller has been named the best prospect in the Phillies' system, beating out Painter for the top spot. The 21-year-old infielder showed impressive numbers in his minor league campaign, slashing .264/.392/.433 with 59 stolen bases in 2025. However, it's worth noting that Painter, the once-coveted pitching phenom, had a lackluster 2025 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2023. Despite struggling to find his rhythm, Painter still boasted an impressive strikeout-to-walk ratio of 11.46.

Crawford, another Phillies prospect with a major league-ready spot ahead of him, rounds out the trio at 53rd on the list. The 22-year-old infielder hit .311 in Triple-A, demonstrating solid defensive skills and a strong bat. Crawford's chances of breaking camp as a starter or corner outfielder are good, making him a player to watch in the coming season.

Notably absent from the MLB.com rankings is last year's first-round draft pick Gage Wood, who could be on a fast track to the majors. Aroon Escobar did land on the site's list of top 10 second base prospects, but he missed out on making the overall top 100. Other notable prospects like Dante Nori and Gabriel Rincones will also be in spring training next month, with expected rankings among the franchise's top 10 when the season begins.

With Painter no longer holding the title of top prospect in the Phillies' system, it raises questions about how the team will approach his development moving forward. Can he regain his footing after a disappointing 2025 campaign? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Miller and Crawford are making a strong case for themselves as potential big league contributors.
 
I'm still remembering when Phillies' farm system was like the envy of every team in baseball 🤷‍♂️. Now it seems like they're not so special anymore. I mean, what happened to Painter? He was supposed to be the next phenom or something 😔. And Miller's rise to top prospect is cool and all, but it's just not the same as having someone like Painter who's actually got the stuff 💪.

And Crawford, he's alright, I guess 🤷‍♂️. But it's like, where was Wood last season? He was supposed to be the next big thing 🔮. And now he's nowhere to be found on this list 🤔.

I'm just saying, it's weird how things change so fast in baseball. One year you're on top of the world, and the next year you're struggling to find your footing 😂. Guess that's just the way the game goes 💥.
 
Wow 🤩! I'm surprised to see Gage Wood nowhere on the list, considering how highly touted he was last year! Interesting 👀 that Aroon Escobar did make it onto the top 10 second base prospects list though 🙌. And can't wait to see how Miller and Crawford develop into big league players 💥!
 
🤔 The MLB rankings just dropped and it's all about the young guns! Aidan Miller's been named top prospect in Philly's system 🏆, with those sick numbers in the minors - 59 steals? 🤯 That's some serious speed! Meanwhile, Painter's injury hit him hard but he's still got that nasty strikeout-to-walk ratio 💪. Crawford's looking solid too, all-around player vibes 📈 Can't wait to see how these prospects shake out on the field this season! The question is: what happens with Painter now? Will he bounce back from that tough 2025 season? 🤔
 
I'm surprised to see Painter take a hit in the rankings 🤔. He was like the golden boy of Phillies prospects before his Tommy John surgery. Now, it's Miller taking the lead 🏆, but I think we should keep an eye on Painter too. The kid still has that special talent, even if he had a rough season last year 😬. Crawford is looking solid too, been hitting like a pro in Triple-A 💪. Can't wait to see how the Phillies handle Painter's development, might be interesting to watch 📺.
 
🤔 The Phillies' farm system has definitely taken a hit, especially with Painter not being the top dog anymore 🚫. I think it's interesting that Miller took the top spot, his numbers in the minor leagues were insane 💥! It just goes to show that stats don't lie, but you can never count out someone who's had an injury like Painter did 💪.

I love how Crawford is still looking strong at 53rd on the list 🎯. He's got a real shot at breaking camp and making a big league starter 🚀. And Gage Wood missing out is weird, was he really that far behind? 🤔 Either way, it'll be interesting to see how Painter bounces back from his injury 🙏.

It's also good to see some new names popping up in the rankings like Escobar and Nori 🔍. Maybe this means there are more prospects ready to step up and make a name for themselves 💫. Can't wait to see what the season brings! 😊
 
I'm thinking... what happened to Painter? 🤔 I mean, I know he had that Tommy John surgery, but 11.46 strikeout-to-walk ratio is still insane! 😲 And now he's not the top prospect? 🤷‍♂️ Miller and Crawford are looking good, don't get me wrong, but it feels like we're losing a piece of the puzzle here... or maybe Painter just needs some time to re-adjust? 🕰️ I'm still on the fence about this one...
 
The Phillies farm system is like my aunt's gossip circle - once the hottest spot, now everyone's lost interest 🙃. Aidan Miller's got some serious skills tho, 59 stolen bases in one season? That's some crazy speed 💨. But Painter's gotta get his act together after that Tommy John surgery, can't just coast on being a phenom anymore ⏱️. Crawford's looking solid too, hope he breaks camp as a starter 🔥. And what's up with Gage Wood and Aroon Escobar not making the cut? Guess you could say they're still in the minors... waiting for their turn to shine 😒.
 
🤔 I'm loving Aidan Miller's rise to the top! He's got that sweet combo of speed on base (59 SB in 2025? 🚀) and power at the plate (.264/.392/.433). And J.P. Crawford is definitely a player to watch - his defense looks solid, not to mention that bat 🔥. As for Andrew Painter, tough luck with the Tommy John surgery 🤕. Can he bounce back from that rough 2025 season? Either way, I'm excited to see these young guns make their mark in Philly! 🎉
 
Life is like that - whether it's good or bad, it's going to be there no matter what. You can't control the Tommy John surgery, you can't control the ups and downs of baseball, but you can control how you react to 'em.
 
I'm low-key shocked that Gage Wood didn't make it to the top 100 prospects 🤔... I mean, he was drafted first round last year and has been killing it in the minors 💪. Aroon Escobar's snub is kinda weird too 🤷‍♂️, considering how talented he is at second base 👣. Miller's numbers are crazy impressive tho, 59 stolen bases in one minor league campaign is insane 🔥! Crawford's defensive skills are on point too 🙌, I'd love to see him break camp and play some ball 💪. Painter's gonna have to step up his game next season or he'll be stuck in the minors for a while 🤦‍♂️...
 
I'm loving the Phillies' farm system, they're rebuilding in all the right ways! Aidan Miller's numbers are insane 🤯, 59 stolen bases in one season? That's crazy! But at the same time, I gotta feel bad for Andrew Painter, he was so hyped after that Tommy John surgery and now he's not top prospect anymore 😔. Can't wait to see what happens with him, hopefully he comes back strong. And J.P. Crawford is already looking like a solid player in my book 👍, makes sense why the Phillies would want him on the team. I'm excited for spring training, can't wait to see these young guys shine!
 
🤔 This rankings thing got me thinkin'... what's the real reason they're puttin' Painter at the bottom after his surgery? Is it just a coincidence that he can't seem to find his groove again? And what about Wood, who was supposed to be all hyped up last year but suddenly disappears from the list? I don't trust these rankings too much... there's gotta be some hidden agenda here 😒
 
🤔 I'm lowkey surprised by this rankings shift 📉, thought Painter was gonna bounce back from that Tommy John surgery 💉. But Aidan Miller's numbers are straight fire 🔥, 59 stolen bases in the minor leagues is insane! 😲 And Crawford's hitting .311 in Triple-A, he's definitely a guy to keep an eye on 👀. Guess we'll just have to wait and see how Painter recovers from that surgery 💪.
 
I'm loving the baseball drama 🏟️🔥! So Aidan Miller takes over as the top prospect now... that's crazy! I remember watching Painter throw 100+ mph back in 2023, thought he was gonna be a phenom 💪. But after that Tommy John surgery, you just can't rush these things, right? 🤕 At least his strikeout-to-walk ratio is still off the charts, so there's hope for him yet.

And J.P. Crawford, man... he's like the ultimate understudy 🤫. He's been killing it in the minors and now he's got a legit shot at breaking camp with the team. I'm hyped to see how he develops 💥. Gage Wood being absent from this list is super interesting too... does that mean his injury bug is gonna be a bigger problem than we thought? 🤔 Can't wait for spring training to see all these talented players in action ⚾️!
 
I'm wondering if we ever really know the full picture when it comes to these young prospects... like they're living up to expectations or just trying to prove themselves? I mean, what's the definition of success in this game, anyway? Is it about getting drafted high, making the top 100 list, or actually making a difference on the field? And what happens when those initial flashes of promise don't quite live up to the hype? Do we just write them off as 'letdowns' or do we try to find ways to help them bounce back and make the most of their talents? It's all pretty fascinating, I think 🤔
 
🤔 I'm kinda surprised that Painter didn't make it to the top spot despite having an impressive strikeout-to-walk ratio... maybe they just needed more time to recover from that surgery? 🏥 And I love how Miller and Crawford are stepping up their game, Aidan's numbers are insane! 😲 59 stolen bases in one season is crazy! 🚀 But I'm curious about Painter's future, will he be able to regain his form? 💪 Only time will tell, but it's exciting to see these young players make a strong case for themselves... 🤩
 
I'm not surprised to see Painter's name on that list 🤔... I mean, it's still early days after his surgery, and you can't just give up hope 🙏. But at the same time, 11.46 strikeout-to-walk ratio is pretty impressive, right? 😅 It's like, he's still got some magic in that arm, even if it took him a while to get back on track. And Miller's numbers are insane 🔥... I mean, 59 stolen bases in one season? That's just ridiculous! 🤯 Crawford's defense is solid as glass 💪, and his bat's not too shabby either... he's definitely gonna be watching that camp closely 👀
 
I feel bad for Painter, dude 🤕 He had such high hopes after Tommy John, and now it's like he's gotta rebuild from scratch... still got that sick strikeout-to-walk ratio tho 😎 Miller's numbers are insane though! 59 stolen bases? That's crazy 💨 Crawford's defense looks solid, but can he handle the pressure of being a starter or something? 🤔
 
omg i'm so stoked to see aidan miller killing it in the minors 🤩 he's been my guy since he was drafted like 5 years ago and now he's finally getting the recognition he deserves 💥 59 stolen bases in one season is insane! and can't forget about jp crawford, that kid's got skills 😎 i'm loving his .311 average in triple-a and those solid defensive skills are gonna make him a starter for sure. gotta see how painter recovers from that Tommy john surgery though 🤕 but overall the phillies farm system is still strong, can't wait to see these prospects make their mark on the big league stage 💪
 
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