February 24, 2026

New York Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones is one of the top power hitters in the minor leagues and should be in the mix to debut within the first half of the 2026 season. Last summer, Jones made headlines as he progressed through the Yankee system, showcasing his immense power profile. He began the season at Double-A, where he launched 16 home runs across a 49-game stint. During this stretch, Jones held a .274/.389/.594 line with a .983 OPS. This hot start earned him a ticket to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, where he continued to hit for power, tallying 19 round-trippers in a 67-game stint. During his first taste against the top pitching of the minor leagues, Jones held a similar .274/.342/.555 line. While his power upside is immense, Jones' high strikeout profile does make him a volatile asset for fantasy baseball. Through these two levels, Jones carried a 35.4% K% but was able to offset some of the damage with his solid 11.5% BB%. He would finish his season with a dominant 151 wRC+ and a .371 BABIP, suggesting the elite raw power he possesses when he makes contact with the ball. Given that the Yankee outfield is quite deep and may not even have a spot for Jasson Dominguez, fantasy managers should expect Jones to begin the season back at Triple-A. However, if he continues this power surge, he could be in the mix for a first-half debut and would have high-end appeal in category leagues. He is a viable stash option in the deeper 15-team AL-only category leagues ahead of Opening Day at his 649.5 ADP on NFBC drafts. Due to his high strikeout rate, he is not worth stashing in points formats.--Andy Smith