Here are some short-season affiliates that are worthy of your attention.

Call-ups for June 22, 2014: Carlos Contreras (RHP, CIN).

A report from the High-A All Star game between the California League and the Carolina League, including notes on players such as the Dodgers' Corey Seager (pictured).

Call-ups for June 15, 2014: Xavier Cedeño (LHP, WAS)

Nick Howard of Virginia (pictured) leads the Cavaliers into the College World Series. Who are the other high-profile names to watch?

Call-ups for June 8, 2014: Kirby Yates (RHP, TAM).

A fantasy spin on the first round of the 2014 MLB draft, including #3 selection Carlos Rodon of the White Sox.

Nationals outfield prospect Michael Taylor is making some noise in Double-A. The scoop, plus notes on Matt Skole and A.J. Cole.

Call-ups for June 1, 2014: Oscar Taveras (RF, STL), Shae Simmons (RHP, ATL), Bobby Korecky (RHP, TOR).

Rob Gordon and Jeremy Deloney combine to kick-off our 2014 MLB first year player draft coverage by taking a look at the overall depth of talent in this year’s class.

Catcher Peter O'Brien performance is turning heads in the Yankees organization.