Keibert Ruiz of the Los Angeles Dodgers was named the third-best catching prospect for the 2018 season by MLB Pipeline. It’s Ruiz’s first appearance in the rankings, as he was previously unlisted in the past.
Furthermore, Ruiz trails only the Cleveland Indians’ Francisco Mejia and the St. Louis Cardinals’ Carson Kelly on the list.
The 19-year-old was signed by the Dodgers as an international free agent in 2014. Ruiz split time with Low-A Great Lakes and High-A Rancho Cucamonga last season, and enjoyed a breakout campaign that has garnered national recognition.
In 63 games with the Loons, he hit .