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Susana’s high-octane velocity headlines Fall League’s Week 1 top performers

The Minor League season may be over, but that doesn't mean the prospect action has stopped. The Arizona Fall League began its 34th iteration on Oct. 3, giving many of the game's future stars a platform to put their skills…

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 10:50 PM
Susana’s high-octane velocity headlines Fall League’s Week 1 top performers
Key Things to Know
  • Pitcher Jarlin Susana headlined the Arizona Fall League's Week 1 top performers by throwing a 103.8 mph fastball.
  • Susana set a league record since 2015 while striking out eight across 5 2/3 innings for Salt River.
  • Surprise shortstop Welbyn Francisca led the circuit through Week 1 with a 1.548 OPS.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Washington Nationals prospect Jarlin Susana headlined the top performers from Week 1 of the Arizona Fall League. Susana set an AFL record since 2015 by throwing a 103.8 mph four-seam fastball for Salt River. Through two outings covering 5 2/3 innings, he struck out eight batters while allowing one earned run.

Several position players and pitchers also stood out during the circuit's opening week. Cleveland shortstop prospect Welbyn Francisca led the AFL with a 1.548 OPS, while Boston infielder Antonio Anderson hit a 115.2 mph grand slam. Pitcher Tekoah Roby threw three hitless innings with six strikeouts for Peoria.

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