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Salas Returns to MLB Top 100 Prospects

Published May 6, 2026 · Updated May 6, 2026 · Yahoo Sport

Padres catcher Ethan Salas has re-entered MLB Pipeline's top 100 prospects list at No. 100, joining LHP Kruz Schoolcraft as the only two Padres prospects in the rankings.

After an impressive first month with the Double-A San Antonio Missions, Salas has taken the 100th spot on the updated MLB Pipeline top 100 prospects list. The 20-year-old catcher had been left off at the start of the season after missing most of last season due to a back injury. cat-cross.com

During his recovery, Salas reportedly gained 15-20 pounds while working on his physical conditioning and mental approach to the game. He has been hitting well recently, slashing .353/.463/.810 with three homers over his last six games. Baseball America had predicted his return to the prospect list on May 4.

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