The MLB Pipeline Prospect Team of the Week for August 3-9 features a trio of traded prospects making strong impressions with their new organizations. Boston Smith, acquired by the Mariners from the White Sox in a three-player deal for Luis Castillo, showcases his power with 5 home runs in 5 days. Josiah Hartshorn, a switch-hitter for the Cubs, displays a complete hitting approach with a .467/.571/.933 slash line. Brock Rodden, a 2023 fifth-rounder, taps into his power in the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League. Charles McAdoo, a versatile player for the Blue Jays, is on a tear in Triple-A after a slow start. Jhonny Level, a switch-hitter for the Giants, is back to consistently barreling the ball. Zac Veen, a top prospect for the Rockies, returns to the Prospect Team of the Week with a 1.037 OPS. Aidan Smith, a 2023 fourth-rounder for the Mets, makes a strong first impression with 4 home runs in 3 straight games. Jonah Cox, a 25-year-old with a 70-grade speed, is a hitting machine for the Giants. Kade Anderson, a 2025 first-rounder for the Mariners, continues to dominate in the Minors with a 0.00 ERA. Blake Wolters, a 6-foot-4 righty for the Royals, strikes out 11 in a scoreless start. Ben Grable, a 6-foot-4 righty for the Nationals, has a breakout season with 60 strikeouts in 38 2/3 innings. These prospects are making their mark and shaping their futures in the MLB.
