MINORS: 2017 Top 1B prospects

Photo: Josh Bell (1B, PIT)

We continue our annual review of the top prospects in baseball by position. Between now and Opening Day, we'll examine one position a week by looking at both those rookies ready to contribute in the big leagues now, as well as the top 15 long-term prospects at each position. New this year is that our topic schedule will mirror the position covered in Market Pulse that same day, to give you a complete look at the position.

This week, we look at 1B. The position has seen an increase in HQ100-worthy prospects over the past two years. In 2015, only one 1B was ranked in the HQ100. That number increased to six in 2016. This year, there are five Top 100 prospects and three others received consideration by our...

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