Scouting Reports for Philadelphia Phillies’ Prospects in the 2014 Futures Game

Although the MLB All-Star Game typically and rightfully steals the spotlight during the annual All-Star break, an event just beforehand that slips under the wire is the Futures Game.

Showcasing the best prospects around the minor leagues and pitting them against each other on United States and international teams, the Futures Game offers the best opportunity for prospects to make impressions—good or bad—on the national stage.

Last season, the Philadelphia Phillies were represented by two prospects: starting pitcher Jesse Biddle, who would end up earning the win in the game, and third baseman Maikel Franco. This year, Franco returns to the Futures Game, while 2013 first-round pick J.P. Crawford will be one of the shortstops on the U.S. team and, at 19 years old, the game’s youngest participant.

Despite coming off a four-game road sweep of the National League‘s best team, the Milwaukee Brewers, the Phillies haven’t had a season with much to write home about. Thus, fans can only hope to get excited about the future, and the Futures Game gives fans a glimpse of future promise.

Here’s an in-depth look at the Phillies’ prospects who will be playing in the 2014 Futures Game.

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