Minor league baseball prospects with Connecticut ties show power this season

A group of minor league players with Connecticut ties have showcased significant power throughout the current baseball season. Among those highlighted in a ranking of top prospects, several position players have recorded over 20 home runs, contributing to a broader home run trend across the minor leagues. Andrew Sears, a former UConn pitcher now with the Detroit Tigers, leads the list after earning a major league promotion in late August. Others, including Anthony DePino, Cam Maldonado, and Nick Lorusso, have reached double-digit home run totals at various levels. While some players like Kyler Fedko have faced injury setbacks, the cohort remains a focus for potential future contributions to their respective major league organizations.

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