Two Rangers Make it to the Top 100 List: A Closer Look at Their Rise to Fame
It's no secret that the Texas Rangers have been on a roll lately, and their recent success is evident in the latest rankings. But here's the real head-scratcher: two of their players made it to the prestigious Baseball America (BA) top 100 list. Yes, you read that right—two.
Sebastian Walcott, a pitcher with undeniable talent, was always a shoo-in for the top 100. The question was whether he'd crack the top 10. And he did, landing at an impressive #16. Walcott's talent is undeniable, and his ranking is a testament to that. He's between pitcher Bubba Chandler of the Pittsburgh Pirates and pitcher Payton Tolle of the Boston Red Sox, showing that the Rangers have a real gem on their hands.
But it's not just Walcott who's making waves. Right-handed pitcher Caden Scarborough, a 6th-round pick in 2023, also made the list at #65. Scarborough's journey to the top is a fascinating one. After signing and not pitching professionally in 2023, he was limited to just 10 innings in 2024. But in 2025, he exploded onto the scene, putting up an impressive 2.45 ERA in 88 innings over 22 starts, mostly at low-A. And that's not all—he even had three scoreless appearances at high-A and a three-run, three-inning appearance in the South Atlantic League playoffs.
Scarborough's improvement as the season progressed is a testament to his dedication and talent. He allowed just six earned runs in his final 12 appearances, three of which came in that playoff start. And he didn't allow an earned run in his final five regular-season appearances. Scarborough's numbers are impressive, with 114 strikeouts against just 21 walks. And with his fastball earning a 70 from BA, it's clear that he's a force to be reckoned with.
Scarborough turns 21 in April, and while he'll likely start the season at high-A, his talent suggests that he'll be in Frisco at some point in the second half. The Rangers have a real bright future ahead, and these two players are at the forefront of it. So, get ready to hear more about these rising stars as they continue to make their mark in the world of baseball.
