1 prospect in the Rays organization to keep a close eye on in 2025

According to Bleacher Report, the Rays had the #2 ranked farm system in the major leagues at the conclusion of the 2024 season. This isn't new territory for the Rays as they've been seen as a top-10 prospect factory for the last several years. Aside from top prospects, Carson Williams and Xavier Isaac, there is one particular young catcher that should be on every Rays fan's radar in 2025.

Dominic Keegan is currently the 13th ranked prospect in the Rays organization and his value continues to rise quickly. The 24-year old catcher hasn't even reached Triple-A Durham, as he's expected to debut with them in the 2025 season . If the Massachusetts native continues his stretch of impressive play, then there should be nothing in the way of him making his MLB debut in late 2025 or early 2026.

Predominantly, Keegan plays a position of immense need for the current Tampa Bay roster. To the delight of the front office, the former 19th round pick has emerged as a stellar offensive contributor, especially compared to other young catcher prospects.

In 2024, Keegan slashed .285/.371/.435 with 35 extra-base hits and 60 RBIs. In fact, the Biscuits backstop led the Southern League in AVG and hits as he accumulated 107 knocks in 104 games. The Rays would be thrilled to get that kind of production from the catcher position.

Amidst the appalling struggles of the Rays 2024 catchers, Dominic Keegan may be a granted wish for Rays fans. The offensive numbers were down significantly at that position a season ago, as they were only able to muster a combined nine home runs and a sub .200 AVG.

Meanwhile, the Rays aren't known for fielding superior hitting catchers. According to Fangraphs, the best offensive catcher that has played at least one full season in Tampa Bay is Washington native, Toby Hall. Hall hit .262 over seven seasons in a Rays uniform. We believe that Keegan has the potential to provide an even better output.

The Vanderbilt product will most likely start the 2025 season with the Rays Triple-A affiliate, Durham Bulls. We project that he will continue to improve as a hitter and defensive catcher, earning an MLB call-up around mid-September of the 2025 season.