2025 Top 100 MLB Players: #65 - #61

65. Jackson Chourio - Milwaukee Brewers

Jackson Chourio's rapid rise through baseball ranks has made him one of the most exciting young talents in MLB. The 21-year-old Venezuelan outfielder, who signed with the Milwaukee Brewers as an international free agent in 2021, made his highly anticipated MLB debut on Opening Day 2024 as the youngest player on any MLB roster.

While Chourio's career began with some growing pains, his adjustment to major league pitching has been impressive. After hitting just .210 in his first few months, Chourio found his stride midseason and finished 2024 with a .273 batting average, 26 home runs, 96 RBIs, and 24 stolen bases. His historic achievement as the youngest player ever to record a 20-20 season (20 home runs, 20 stolen bases) at just 20 years and 185 days old demonstrates his rare combination of power and speed.

The Brewers showed tremendous faith in Chourio's potential by signing him to an eight-year, $82 million contract before he even played a major league game - the largest deal ever given to a player who hadn't yet reached the majors. His postseason heroics in 2024, including multiple game-tying home runs against the Mets in the Wild Card Series, further solidified his status as a cornerstone player for Milwaukee's future.

64. Reynaldo Lopez - Atlanta Braves

Reynaldo Lopez's transformation from struggling starter to dominant pitcher has been one of baseball's most surprising success stories. The 31-year-old Dominican right-hander signed a three-year, $26 million contract with the Atlanta Braves before the 2024 season, and quickly proved it was a smart investment.

After years of bouncing between starting and relief roles with the Nationals, White Sox, Angels, and Guardians, Lopez found his ideal role in Atlanta. His power fastball, which consistently reaches 97 mph and can touch triple digits, paired with a sharp curveball and effective changeup, helped him earn his first All-Star selection in 2024.

Lopez's journey is particularly notable given his modest beginnings in baseball. His signing bonus of just $17,000 with the Nationals in 2012 was tiny compared to most Latin American prospects who reach his level of success. While Lopez is currently on the injured list in early 2025, his restructured contract shows the Braves' continued faith in his abilities. His Christian faith is important to him, as evidenced by his practice of pointing toward the sky after completing each inning.

63. Sean Manaea - New York Mets

Sean Manaea has found a permanent home with the New York Mets after signing a three-year, $75 million contract following his successful 2024 season. The 33-year-old left-hander from Valparaiso, Indiana, had one of the best seasons of his career in 2024, posting a 12-6 record with a 3.47 ERA and 184 strikeouts across a career-high 181⅔ innings.

Manaea's journey to becoming one of baseball's most reliable starters wasn't always smooth. After being selected by the Kansas City Royals with the 34th pick in the 2013 MLB Draft, he was traded to the Oakland Athletics before making his major league debut. His career highlight came on April 21, 2018, when he threw a no-hitter against the Boston Red Sox.

After stints with the Athletics, Padres, and Giants, Manaea found consistency with the Mets in 2024. His performance earned him his new contract, though he'll begin the 2025 season on the injured list with a right oblique strain. Manaea's 1,000th career strikeout came fanning Juan Soto in a victory over the Yankees last June, and he earned his first postseason win in October 2024 against the Phillies in the NLDS.

62. Logan Webb - San Francisco Giants

Logan Webb has established himself as the ace of the San Francisco Giants' pitching staff. The 28-year-old California native, who grew up in Rocklin, has become one of the National League's most durable and consistent starting pitchers.

Selected by the Giants in the fourth round of the 2014 MLB Draft out of high school, Webb overcame Tommy John surgery early in his minor league career to become the cornerstone of San Francisco's rotation. His sinker-heavy approach, delivered from a low arm slot, has made him particularly effective at keeping the ball on the ground and in the ballpark.

Webb was named to his first All-Star team in 2024, continuing his streak of excellence that includes leading the National League in innings pitched in consecutive seasons (2023 and 2024) - something no Giants pitcher had accomplished since Hall of Famer Gaylord Perry in 1969-70. He finished second in the 2023 NL Cy Young Award voting, the highest finish by a Giants pitcher since Tim Lincecum won the award in 2009. Webb's five-year, $90 million contract extension signed in 2023 ensures he'll remain a fixture in San Francisco for years to come.

61. George Kirby - Seattle Mariners

George Kirby has quickly developed into one of baseball's premier control artists. The 27-year-old right-hander from Rye, New York has established himself as the Seattle Mariners' co-ace alongside Luis Castillo since making his MLB debut in 2022.

Drafted 20th overall by the Mariners in the 2019 MLB Draft out of Elon University, Kirby's pinpoint command has been his calling card. In 2023, he led the majors with an incredible 9.05 strikeout-to-walk ratio, walking just 2.5 percent of batters he faced. While those numbers dipped slightly in 2024, he still led MLB with 7.78 strikeouts per walk.

Kirby's baseball journey is marked by steady improvement at every level. At Elon, he was named the 2019 Colonial Athletic Association Pitcher of the Year after striking out 107 batters while walking only six in 88⅓ innings. This remarkable control has translated perfectly to the majors, where he set an MLB record in 2022 by throwing 24 consecutive strikes to start a game.

Selected to his first All-Star Game in 2023, Kirby has become known for his competitiveness and unique personality. He captured baseball fans' attention when he threw a knuckleball during a 2023 game to honor Tim Wakefield on the day of the former Red Sox pitcher's death - a respectful gesture despite Kirby growing up a Yankees fan.