For those asking about Ben Rice: I didn't have him in my top 10, and I knew that he didn't really have a chance at being on this list since his big league stats were pretty bad (50 games, 26 hits, 7 HR, 23 RBI, .171 AVG, .613 OPS, 72 OPS+), he is older at age 26 in 2025, and he was never once a a top ranked prospect. His overall score would have been- Age:5, Prospect Ranking: 0, Minor League Stats: 9, MLB Stats: 3. Total score: 4.25. In the short run I think Rice has value, but he is blocked by Goldschmidt this year and has not proven it quite yet at the big league level.
@trappersweet492Күн бұрын
Thanks for the list Scott. A couple more I would consider. Jhonkensky Noel hit 13 homers 115 OPS in 179 at bats last year for Cleveland and had some big postseason hits also. Has big power and a great nickname Big Christmas. Connor Norby is a bit of a late bloomer post hype guy at 24, but once traded to Miami had a pretty strong second half last year with 7 homers and 104 ops+. Change of scenery could have helped get him right as he was once a top100 guy. Jackson Jobe does not have a base card but has a 1990 variation, an auto card and an all aces for some additional chase on a guy that is a top 10 rated prospect going in to 2025.
@RealBarefootIsLegalКүн бұрын
I agree. I would have swapped #9 & 12.
@natthomson633920 сағат бұрын
Love Big Christmas, fun guy
@HUMBLEFRYZ19 сағат бұрын
Absolutely punishes that ball
@brock839958 сағат бұрын
Love big Christmas, but didn’t he have a RC card last year
@CranstonSandwich5 сағат бұрын
Noel definitely could be a beast! Growing up I used to only route for my home team rookies, as I’ve grown up I’ve completely changed and hope all these kids turn out to be elite, it would be huge for MLB, but in my old age I’ve also become a bit more realistic and know it’s not likely. Either way it would be great for the sport if we have a ton of elite players, unlike the reality and history of the sport where there are usually only a handful of truly elite players per generation
@JTT311Күн бұрын
Great video Scott
@jeffdickinson2996Күн бұрын
Great work as usual, brother!
@jsssportscardcollectibles3626Күн бұрын
Had a jumbo case in my cart at the Topps release and thought about the RCs. Your list confirms my reasoning for not pulling the trigger on the purchase.
@mikea5205Күн бұрын
2025 might be a dud year for rookies. Kinda like 2020 with Lou Bob.
@Krysdavar23 сағат бұрын
This is exactly what I'm doing. Right now I have stuff in the cart and was wondering if it's really worth it to buy a bunch of S1 boxes.
@danielsolano46066 сағат бұрын
S1 can be rough for rookies. Last year the Rookie crop wasn't amazing until Update
@cshecks21 сағат бұрын
One of my favorite segments prior to the new year/RC crop release - thanks Scottie!
@stevezeppieriКүн бұрын
Perfect analysis Scottie. Much appreciated
@ChefPillarКүн бұрын
Fantastic video I love when you put these charts together helps buyers come to a formal decision on who to pick up I for sure will be picking up some of these players as singles in series1 and some of their Bowman autos
@rdj3video22 сағат бұрын
I love a good spreadsheet and the thoughts. Thank you for the breakdown. The funny thing to me is that my 15-year old daughter will initially care about 4 of these guys when we rip packs. Wood, Crews, Rhett Lowder and Big Christmas! It’s amazing how watching highlights or catching and discussing a player making their debuts can make player names stick in your head. Noel also benefitted from being on a playoff team and having some big homers. We will also confuse Jace for brother Josh Jung at least a few times.
@bostwixКүн бұрын
Might be the first time i don't buy any hobby and just rip some retail... eBay some singles... Nice vid.
@DriveForShowКүн бұрын
That’s what I started doing in 2023…. Buying singles is a great way to go…I’ve saved a lot of cash and get cards I want. I don’t miss ripping packs.
@WilliamtheWorstКүн бұрын
Very helpful, Scottie! Thanks bro.
@DanWalls-q4fКүн бұрын
Yeah Scottie is an absolute asset to our community
@drpearlmantv6357Күн бұрын
👏🏼 Scott puttin in the work I’m high lowder and like crews . Others In this set …. Not so much
@MajorLeagueRipsКүн бұрын
I posted a video yesterday with more of a focus on their short-term potential. My ranking were: 10. Orelvis Martinez 9. Jace Jung 8. Coby Mayo 7. Yilber Diaz 6. Rhett Lowder 5. Brooks Lee 4. Spencer Schwellenbach 3. Jacob Wilson 2. Dylan Crews 1. James Wood Notes: Amador is overrated and has disappointed (also was injured, to be fair). I didn't even give him an honorable mention...def could be my biggest miss. Coby Mayo has a really difficult path to playing time in Baltimore and he's already 23. Seems like we both like Rhett Lowder! Looking forward to revisiting these in the future. Encourage you to take another look at Yilber Diaz...lots of upside!
@BriguycollectablesКүн бұрын
These pre-release analysis videos are great Scottie. Thank you and great job as always 👍👍
@DanWalls-q4fКүн бұрын
Scottie you the man for this. I couldn't find the checklist anywhere
@ryanra44Күн бұрын
It’s on Topps website
@Philly_JoeКүн бұрын
Thanks Scottie! Great analysis as usual. Will miss the ripping of S1 but the bang for the buck is just not there. Wood A+
@TrevorH347Күн бұрын
Thanks for this. In some cases I wonder if minor league stats should be weighted a little more than a small mlb sample sizes, but overall very helpful. And man, Jacob Wilson's .400+ BA is impressive.
@ShowcardsusaКүн бұрын
Love the breakdown, Scott. In regards to the pitchers, perhaps assessing the likelihood of injury to each player (taking into account relevant info such as past injury, velocity, spin rate, motion, etc.) might help in projecting future production from each? just a thought thx
@jamesreynolds967320 сағат бұрын
Scottie I love the rookie break downs. Think we can get print run numbers for this release? I really miss those.
@goodned17 сағат бұрын
Finally looking forward to the Nationals season this year for the first time in a long time! 🎉
@mattmucci5486Күн бұрын
Thanks for the informative video. Not trying to knit pick but the prospect rankings you were referencing were from prior to the 2024 season so they have changed a ton since then
@CranstonSandwich5 сағат бұрын
I’m really looking forward to the introduction of Chase Dollander, although I think it will be tough pitching in Colorado!
@SevfinКүн бұрын
My boy Scottie B doing the hard work so my lazy ass doesn't have to! Shout out to that KC hat!!
@JacksonLloyd952Күн бұрын
Good stuff
@SonographicTendencies23 сағат бұрын
I’m chasing Connor Norby for my marlins!!
@ThatBaseballGuy64319 сағат бұрын
May want to check Martinez, watched him for almost 2 full seasons here in NH, strikes outs are a problem
@danschweiger3700Күн бұрын
Thanks Scottie! No jackson Jobe?
@scottiebcards2354Күн бұрын
Hey Dan, thanks for watching! Jobe is not on this checklist unfortunately. I think he is being saved for series 2!
@modder15Күн бұрын
I think you're really underestimating Dalton Rushing. Austin Barnes contract is over after this year. So he's definitely gonna debut this year and get eased into catching and be the secondary catcher starting next year
@g3sportscardsКүн бұрын
I'm big on Rhett Lowder this year 🔥
@nixed24222 сағат бұрын
Luisangel Acuna. I hope the Met give him a chance to play everyday. CF maybe? He should have a series 1 rookie card. I also like Bryce Eldridge He's only 20 years old, plays first base, but the Giants refused to trade him this off season when asked. That could be why they didn't pursue Pete Alonso or any other free agent first basemen. We're probably not going to see him until 2026, but maybe he'll be included in this year's Update sets? Excellent video!
@custum18Күн бұрын
These are guys only real collectors and people who actually watch a lot of baseball could get excited about.
@nicobotello8080Күн бұрын
Noel is the best on this list!!!
@haydenphoenix383621 сағат бұрын
I sold my 1st bowman James Woods auto a few years ago. Got top dollar for it so it is what it is. I can't have any regrets getting 800$ for a for a raw auto Thankfully Woods and Crews is in this series....they kinda save it. And liking Noel/ Big Christmas
@averageadam500123 сағат бұрын
I'm excited but the odds are terrible for this series
@chriscurry3383Күн бұрын
I think Orelvis might suffer from the Tatis, Cano, Manny collectability factor, regardless of how well he performs. With that 80-game suspension for PED’s, the fact that Tatis took a hobby dive (while playing well), and that the league/HOF looks negatively on this regardless of player, I’d dump any Martinez hits you come across.
@williamdunlapwaxnewsКүн бұрын
Series 1 odds are horrible. No retail blues ,no hanger box yellows. No purple holos are blue holos. No guarantees in any retail products except the fanatics box and the holiday parallel is now in the tin only.
@thomascapalbo1369Күн бұрын
Also Luisangel Acuna
@scottiebcards2354Күн бұрын
Luisangel Acuna is not on this checklist unfortunately. I think he is being saved for Series 2
@Vatlesa16 сағат бұрын
After seeing this I might cancel my jumbo box
@vanburenboys8117 сағат бұрын
Where’s Matt Shaw?
@RealBarefootIsLegalКүн бұрын
Scottie, don't forget - the A's dropped "Oakland" from their name.
@scottiebcards2354Күн бұрын
I definitely forgot in this video! RIP Oakland A's 💔
@RealBarefootIsLegalКүн бұрын
@@scottiebcards2354 Speaking of A's, would you please share thoughts on Lawrence Butler? He looks like an intriguing 2024 RC to collect and do not hear much on him. Thank you
@rockiesinoctoberКүн бұрын
So I shouldn't get my hopes up that Adael Amador is going to personally save the Rockies?
@raypereira244118 сағат бұрын
Didn't orelvis get suspended
@Dahaks7Күн бұрын
Why is Ben rice not included in this? lol
@scottiebcards2354Күн бұрын
Hey, great question! Here are what his stats would be: Age: 5 Prospect Ranking: 0 MiLB Stats: 9 MLB Stats:3 Total Score: 4.25 It doesn't help he is blocked by Goldschmidt next year during his age 26 season either. I think at release he will have some value for sure to Yankees fans.
@dsphillips16Күн бұрын
Yes
@mtpacksofficial22 сағат бұрын
Go Nats!
@nathanlevinson3546Күн бұрын
Connor norby should 100% be on this list
@nicksunfortune5718Күн бұрын
No Ben Rice?!?!
@scottiebcards2354Күн бұрын
Hey Nick, great question! Here are what his stats would be: Age: 5 Prospect Ranking: 0 MiLB Stats: 9 MLB Stats:3 Total Score: 4.25 It doesn't help he is blocked by Goldschmidt next year during his age 26 season either. I think at release he will have some value for sure to Yankees fans.
@nicksunfortune5718Күн бұрын
@ LOL I’m just a Yankee fan. I’m sure he doesn’t belong.
@thejuansotoguy4 сағат бұрын
Not looking forward to break prices
@DanWalls-q4fКүн бұрын
Nothing will be as bad as 2021 Topps Series 1 - Skubal was it and no one else
@nicksunfortune5718Күн бұрын
Ahh the year I got back into cards and the worst rookie set of all time lolol
@davedrago703Күн бұрын
I bought too much 2021 topps chrome. I have alot of blasters sealed.
@nicksunfortune5718Күн бұрын
@ Open them. Probably something decent in there. Like a Keibert Ruiz 1/1 !!!!
@jbortega1178Күн бұрын
@@nicksunfortune5718is he any good.. got a rookie auto to 25 of him somewhere
@hustlecrowe944018 сағат бұрын
Crews had a terrible K/BB ratio, even in the low minors. Staying far away.
@joerussell9574Күн бұрын
Sadly in a year most of these will be nobodies.....sigh the trials of being a baseball prospect...
@jonathanbednarek60815 сағат бұрын
A bad year ( on paper ) for baseball and basketball rookies.
@fliplife67Күн бұрын
Overall I don’t think this is a good class the top 2 players might not even be better than Jordan Walker.
@danielready1553Күн бұрын
Dang I didn't know they were letting children play in the MLB now
@jbortega1178Күн бұрын
Juan Soto won a world series as one
@hustlecrowe944018 сағат бұрын
you just don't know shit about baseball. Mantle was 19 as a rookie, Andruw Jones was hitting HRs in the World Series at 19.
@danielready155311 сағат бұрын
@@hustlecrowe9440 it was a joke bud. I’m talking about how there were single digits in the age column in the excel sheet like 9,8,7 etc. I guess it went over your head. I’m sorry you have to berate people in the comments section to feel satisfied with your life.