With the draft completed and the trade deadline now passed, I figured now would be the perfect time to update the Astros top prospects list. So here is the updated Top 30 Prospects list, featuring some new faces and a few big risers.
Level: Single-A
The Astros signed Alvarez for $2 million in January 2025, one of the largest international bonuses the organization has ever awarded. Alvarez was widely regarded as one of the top pure hitters in the 2025 international signing class and has quickly lived up to that reputation. The left-handed hitter possesses elite bat-to-ball skills with an advanced approach and solid raw power, with the potential for more as he physically matures. He also stands out as a well-rounded athlete with a strong arm and solid defensive instincts. While Alvarez isn’t a burner on the bases, he is a solid runner once underway. Alvarez shown an advanced approach this season while adding more impact at the plate, collecting 23 doubles and nine home runs. His combination of contact skills, plate discipline and developing power gives him one of the highest offensive ceilings in the Astros’ system.
Level: High-A
Neyens was selected by the Astros in the first round of the 2025 MLB Draft and signed for $4.12 million, the organization’s largest signing bonus since Alex Bregman received $5.9 million in 2015. A left-handed hitter out of Mount Vernon High School in Washington, Neyens entered pro ball with some of the best raw power in his draft class. Neyens has a big frame with room to continue adding strength and already possesses plus-plus power while producing elite exit velocities. He combines that power with an extremely patient approach at the plate, rarely chasing and showing a willingness to work counts and take his walks. While there will be some swing-and-miss with his offensive profile, his combination of power and on-base ability gives him tremendous upside at the plate. He got off to a strong start with Single-A Fayetteville this season, posting an OPS near .900 with 14 home runs before earning a promotion to High-A Asheville. Still just 19 years old, Neyens possesses one of the highest offensive ceilings in the Astros’ system.
Level: Single-A
Hughes was selected by the Astros with the 17th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft following an extremely productive career at Texas Tech. The left-handed hitter put together a monster junior season, batting .375 with 18 home runs while drawing 50 walks compared to just 33 strikeouts over 55 games. Hughes has an advanced approach at the plate with the ability to make consistent contact without sacrificing power. He possesses plus raw power and projects to hit for above-average power in games, giving him the potential to develop into an impact offensive player. While Hughes may not provide a ton of defensive value, his bat is his calling card and should be what carries him through the system. His combination of contact ability, plate discipline and power gives him one of the highest offensive ceilings in the Astros’ farm system, and his advanced bat could allow him to move quickly through the minor leagues.
Level: Rookie
Radel was selected by the Astros with the 28th overall pick in the 2026 MLB Draft, becoming the first pitcher taken by Houston in the first round since J.B. Bukauskas in 2017. He is an imposing presence on the mound, listed at 6-foot-5 and 250 pounds. The right-hander features a fastball that reaches 98 mph along with a plus cutter, slider and above-average command. He also generates elite extension, allowing his stuff to play up even more. In 2026 at Notre Dame, Radel posted a 3.29 ERA while striking out 116 batters over 87.2 innings. Radel’s combination of size, velocity, command and a deep arsenal gives him legitimate starting pitcher upside. Following the draft, he immediately becomes one of the highest-upside pitching prospects in the Astros’ farm system.
Level: Rookie
Fermin was the Astros top international signing in January of this year, signing for $2.3 million. Fermin already produces consistent hard contact, and with his physical upside, there’s reason to believe he could grow into considerable in-game power as he matures. He is a switch hitter who has been really good from the left side, but still developing the right-handed swing. Defensively, Fermin is athletic enough to begin his professional career at shortstop, but evaluators believe his long-term home may ultimately be at third base. With his strong arm and solid instincts, he projects well at either position on the left side of the infield, giving the Astros a versatile and high-upside addition to their international class. He’s been great in the DSL this season batting .342 with 8 doubles, 5 home runs, 20 stolen bases and more walks than strikeouts.
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