Orioles prospects set for Arizona Fall League action in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 3:57 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Baltimore Orioles are sending eight players to the Arizona Fall League, including Ike Irish, who is the only participant on MLB's Top 100 Prospects list. Other noteworthy players include Brandon Butterworth and Vance Honeycutt. Butterworth had a solid Double-A season, while Honeycutt aims to build on improved performance in 2026. The AFL provides an opportunity for less familiar prospects to showcase their skills ahead of the 2027 season. The Orioles are emphasizing speedy, contact-oriented hitters, and the watch will be on how these players perform in the fall.
- •Ike Irish highlights the Orioles' AFL roster as a top prospect.
- •Brandon Butterworth finished 2026 with a.265 average and 14 home runs.
- •Vance Honeycutt improved to a.732 OPS in Double-A in 2026.
- •The AFL allows unknown prospects to make their case for the roster.
- •Baltimore's offseason plans include focusing on promising young talent.
- 3:57 AMYahoo Sports — Meet the Orioles Prospects Playing in the 2026 Arizona Fall League
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