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2017 Prospect Watch: Top 10 First Basemen

1. Cody Bellinger, 1B/OF, Dodgers
The son of former big leaguer Clay Bellinger, Cody has quickly developed into the top power-hitting prospect in the Minors. The 2013 fourth-rounder hit 30 home runs in the California League as part of a breakout 2015 campaign and added 26 more last season while reaching Triple-A at age 21. Defensively, scouts view Bellinger as a future Gold Glover at first base who also can offer value with his ability to play all three outfield positions.

2. Josh Bell, 1B/OF, Pirates
The recipient of a second-round-record $5 million bonus in 2011, Bell finally showed signs of growing into his considerable raw power last season as he hit a career-best 14 home runs in Triple-A and then connected on a pinch-hit grand slam for his first big league homer -- one of three he hit with the Pirates.