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A's Community Prospect Lists

Community Prospect List #5: Chapman faces test in Midland

No. 4 prospect Matt Chapman had a huge full-season debut in 2015. Can he back it up in the tougher hitting environment of Double-A Midland?

Community Prospect List #4: Olson moving to OF?

Matt Olson was No. 1 on last year's CPL and had a positive season, but the A's system has gotten stronger and he only ranks third this year.

Community Prospect List #3: Barreto searches for position

After narrowly missing out on the top spot, Franklin Barreto was the clear choice for No. 2 on our 2016 CPL. What is not so clear is his defensive position -- is he an up-the-middle infielder, or a center fielder?

Community Prospect List #2: Manaea is the top prospect

The Athletics Nation community has spoken, and Sean Manaea is the No. 1 prospect in the farm system. Who is No. 2?

Community Prospect List #1: Who is the A's top prospect?

Vote from among five candidates to determine the top prospect in the A's organization.

A's 2016 Community Prospect List intro!

It's time to get started on our 2016 A's Community Prospect List! We'll begin by nominating five players for the No. 1 spot.

CPL Preview: All the A's prospects in one depth chart

Before we start voting on our 2016 A's Community Prospect List, here's a rundown every relevant prospect in the system.

A's prospect watch: Wendelken, Erwin, Cochran-Gill

The Athletics have picked up three new minor league arms in their recent trades, so let's meet them before we begin on our 2016 Community Prospect List.

Who should the A's protect in the Rule 5 draft?

The Rule 5 draft isn't for a few more weeks, but Friday is the deadline to protect eligible players by adding them to the 40-man roster.

Video of Sean Manaea in Fall Stars Game

The A's lefty was excellent in the Arizona Fall League's All-Star Game.

A's prospect watch: Burns is A's Rookie of the Year

Five prospects from our preseason Top 25 list graduated as MLB rookies in 2015, with Burns sprinting ahead of the pack.

A's prospect watch: Manaea & the great deadline haul

The consolation prize for a bad season is the ability to trade some veterans in July, and the A's made the most of that opportunity in 2015.

A's prospect watch: Mikey White leads 2015 draft class

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here's an update on the 2015 draft class, and where they might fit on next year's list.

A's prospect watch: Carson Blair, Aaron Kurcz

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here are a few guys who didn't make that list but have stepped up in 2015.

A's prospect watch: Meet Jesus Lopez & Jose Torres

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here are a few guys who didn't make that list but have stepped up in 2015.

A's prospect watch: Walsh, Dull, McCurry step up

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here are a few guys who didn't make that list but have stepped up in 2015.

A's prospect watch: Ladendorf is back from injury

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here's an update on Tyler Ladendorf and a few other guys who don't get much attention.

A's prospect watch: Chapman shines, Muncy emerges

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here's an update on ace 3B Matt Chapman, plus a couple of fringe 1B/3B tweeners who have hit their ways back onto the map this year.

A's prospect watch: Olson, Nunez, corner sluggers

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here's an update on a few of the brightest youngsters with the biggest bats.

A's prospect watch: Pinder hot, Wendle not, in middle infield

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here's an update on a few of the A's 2015 standouts ... and Joey Wendle.

A's prospect watch: Gossett, Kohler, more young Ps

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here's an update on Daniel Gossett, Chris Kohler, and a couple other low-minors pitchers.

A's prospect watch: Overton, Alcantara and the young pitchers

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here's an update on Dillon Overton, Raul Alcantara, and a couple other young pitchers.

A's prospect watch: The MLB-ready pitching depth

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. Here's an update on the Triple-A pitchers who are ready for MLB.

A's Community Prospect List: The 2015 Graduates

Last winter, Athletics Nation users ranked the top 25 Oakland A's prospects. How are those 25 players doing so far in 2015? Here are the four who have graduated to MLB full-time this year.

A's 2015 Community Prospect List: The final list

As we gear up for the 2015 MLB Draft, here is a look back at our current prospect list, as voted by the community last winter.

Athletics 2015 Community Prospect List #20

Tyler Ladendorf likely played his way onto the Opening Day roster, and also into the No. 19 spot on our list. Help us vote for the final spot!

Athletics 2015 Community Prospect List #19

Max Muncy made a good impression in the Cactus League this year, and he earned the No. 18 spot on our A's prospect list. Help us vote for No. 19!

Athletics 2015 Community Prospect List #18

Billy Burns is our No. 17 prospect, and we'll almost certainly see him tearing up the basepaths for Oakland sometime this season. Help us vote for No. 18!

Athletics 2015 Community Prospect List #17

Dustin Driver made No. 16 on our Oakland A's prospect list entirely based on his high potential, because he has almost no pro track record. Help us vote for No. 17!

Athletics 2015 Community Prospect List #16

Chris Bassitt had a good Cactus League outing on Saturday, and he also earned the No. 15 spot on our A's prospect list. Help us vote for No. 16!

A's 2015 Community Prospect List #15

Middle infielder Chad Pinder is No. 14 on our Athletics prospect list, and he'll get a chance to test himself in Double-A in 2015. Help us vote for No. 15!

A's 2015 Community Prospect List #14

Why have your own prospect list if you're not going to make a bold pick? Rule 5 acquisition Mark Canha didn't make any other prominent prospect lists, but he's our No. 13 selection. Help us vote for No. 14!