Twins prospect Kyle DeBarge’s outstanding AFL showing encouraging sign after rough MiLB season

Minnesota Twins infield prospect Kyle DeBarge is excelling in the Arizona Fall League after a difficult regular season at Double-A Wichita. Over his first 10 AFL games, the 23-year-old slashed .371/.500/.657 with two home runs, nine RBI, and four stolen bases. The strong performance provides encouragement following a 2026 Double-A campaign where he batted just .221 across 120 games.

Puckett's Pond writer Jackson Kruse argues that while DeBarge may face a crowded Twins infield future, his elite speed, defense, and AFL resurgence warrant an eventual major league opportunity. Selected 33rd overall in 2024, DeBarge previously won a 2025 Minor League Gold Glove at second base and has amassed 122 stolen bases in 267 minor league appearances.