The Daily Dugout Report - June 10, 2026

Another week of Minor League Ball. We are over a month into Complex Level ball, plus have over a week of DSL action to talk about. The MLB Draft is just a little over a month away and life is good.

Today’s article features a ton of fun prospects. Some with big performances that we may not be buying into. Others may be on the verge of breaking out. But all reports today are worth a read!

In the meantime, go check out our latest prospect and dynasty rankings.

Let’s dive into the top performers from yesterday’s action.

Exit Velocity Leaders(Prospects Only)

Whiff Leaders(Prospects Only)

The Prospect Report

🚀 Standout of The Day

Eli Willits, SS, Washington Nationals (A+)

Stats: 3/5 2 HR

Why The Performance Matters:

Willits was not a super popular top pick for fantasy, and while he was not the consensus top FYPD pick, he has certainly looked the part and continued to perform. Willits felt like one of the safer prospects in the 2025 draft, boasting a well-rounded skill set.

One of the younger players in the draft, Willits was originally part of the 2026 class before reclassifying and was just 17 years and 6 months on draft day. Willits has a simple operation in the box, using a small stride and a slight barrel tip before dropping his bat in the slot. He has quick hands and good power potential if he fills out the frame. 

After a strong showing in Single-A in which he hit six home runs and stole 29 bases while slashing .300/.418/.500, Willits was promoted to High-A this week. He does not seem phased by the promotion, as Willits blasted two home runs last night in a three-hit performance.

The contact numbers look strong, and Willits is showing a respectable approach. The power is coming and even though the two home runs hit last nigtht were in Wilmington, they were impressive nonetheless. Eight home runs in your first 242 plate appearances this year as an 18-year-old will play.

A reminder once again that Willits should just be finishing his senior year of high school. What he has done this year is extremely impressive, and I only expect him to get better with time. Maybe he does not have the power you would like to see out of a top prospect, but he certainly could develop it. -CC

Jesus A. Castro, RHP, San Diego Padres (A)

Stats: 4.2 IP/3 H/0 ER/2 BB/12 K

Why The Performance Matters:

Castro moved way up my rankings in last month’s update, going from unranked to around 300 overall. I might have been too low on. While he has been featured in several articles, we do not have a full report about him on the site, so now seems fitting, especially with him dominating the way he did last night.

Striking out 12 batters over 4.2 scoreless innings lowered his ERA to 2.72 across 43 innings this year. Castro turned 19-year-old just three days ago and has been dominating Single-A pitching this year. He actually started the year kind of rough, but after the calendar turned to May, he has been a different arm.

Over those last six starts, Castro has a 1.55 ERA in 29 innings with a 29 percent strikeout rate to a 8.6 percent walk rate. Castro works his fastball in the 92-94 mph range, getting up to 96 mph at times with good arm-side run. Being of shorter stature and having a lower release point, Castro does a good job of creating a flat vertical approach angle at the top of the zone.

He also mixes in a slider that sits in the low-to-mid 80s with a solid movement profile. The changeup is still a developing pitch, but it does get good arm-side fade, sitting in the mid-to-upper 80s. For his age, Castro has a good feel for the offering. Castro will also feature a curveball at times.

Considering his age, Castro seems likely to continue to develop and move up rankings. It is a fun arsenal and profile and Castro has been highly effective on the mound, especially over the last six months. While I don’t see him being an ace, there is a solid starting pitcher profile here. -CC

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