Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Edward Florentino, Pittsburgh Pirates' third-ranked prospect, has made an impressive return from an ankle injury suffered in February 2026. After completing a successful rehab assignment with Single-A Bradenton (slashing .321/.500/.750 with 1.250 OPS, 3 doubles, 3 home runs, 10 RBI in 28 at-bats), Florentino has continued his hot streak with High-A Greensboro since May 1. The 19-year-old centerfielder is displaying elite offensive production with a .290/.303/.581 slash line, 6 home runs on the season, and back-to-back home runs in recent games. His exit velocities are above average (106.3 mph 90th percentile), and he demonstrates the ability to elevate pitches above the strike zone. Florentino is being discussed as a potential top prospect in baseball and is considered one of the premier hitters in minor league baseball.
Strengths
- + Dominant offensive production post-injury return (.321/.500/.750 in rehab, .290/.303/.581 with Greensboro)
- + Elite power display with 6 home runs in limited games
- + Above-average exit velocity (106.3 mph 90th percentile)
- + Excellent plate discipline with high walk rates (11 walks in 28 at-bats during rehab)
- + Back-to-back home runs in recent games demonstrating consistency
- + Strong on-base percentage (.411 overall in 2026)
- + Ability to elevate pitches and drive them to gaps (right-center and right field)
- + Rapid advancement through minor league system at young age (19 years old)
- + Successful international signing showing strong development trajectory
- + Generating significant prospect buzz and media attention
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Florencio Serrano is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
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