Rockies Prospect Sterlin Thompson Shows Plate Discipline Gains, Nears MLB Call-Up

Colorado Rockies prospect Sterlin Thompson, ranked No. 13, made significant strides in plate discipline and production in 2025. The 24-year-old lefty hitter, who primarily played left field and DH last season, slashed .296/.392/.519 with 18 homers and 12 stolen bases at Triple-A, earning a 40-man roster spot. He improved his walk rate by 2% and cut his strikeout rate by 2.7%. While he has a slim chance to make the Opening Day roster, Thompson is expected to be among the first options for a big league call-up, projecting as a hit-over-power platoon outfielder.