Free extension for sports fans
Advertisement
Advertisement

OF prospect Kling among 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
OF prospect Kling among Fall League’s Week 1 top performers
Key Things to Know
  • Jarlin Susana led the Arizona Fall League's opening week by throwing an AFL-record 103.8 mph fastball.
  • Welbyn Francisca paced the circuit in batting average, slugging percentage, and OPS through the first week.
  • Boston infielder Antonio Anderson hit two home runs, including a 115.2 mph go-ahead grand slam.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Washington Nationals prospect Jarlin Susana headlined the Arizona Fall League's Week 1 top performers after showcasing elite velocity for Salt River. Susana set a Statcast-era AFL record with a 103.8 mph fastball and struck out eight batters over 5 2/3 innings across his first two outings.

Several other prospects excelled during the opening week, including Cleveland's Welbyn Francisca, who led the circuit in batting average and OPS. Boston's Antonio Anderson hit a 115.2 mph grand slam, Philadelphia's Aidan Miller posted a .700 on-base percentage, and St. Louis pitcher Tekoah Roby threw three hitless innings in his return from surgery.

Advertisement

Never Miss a Sports Update

Get the latest sports news and top stories from MySportsTab delivered straight to your inbox.

No spam. Just the latest sports news and updates.