While it is true that the Yankees’ system is filled with high-upside arms, there are some hitting prospects that may be on the verge of a breakout. Most of the high-end talent is in the low minors, where there are some exciting outfield prospects a couple of years away, but that may be worth the wait.
Here are five prime breakout candidates on the hitting side of things from the New York Yankees’ farm system:
Brandon Lockridge
A true burner, Brandon Lockridge is a toolsy outfield prospect who could take off with enough reps and improvements across the board.