As the Atlanta Braves continue to make noise in Major League Baseball, the organization’s attention is starting to shift towards the exciting prospects in their farm system—specifically two rising outfield stars. After years of hype surrounding their pitching prospects, the Braves are now seeing some of their top position players making significant strides, with Eric Hartman and Isaiah Drake both standing out early in the 2026 season.

Eric Hartman: A Power Surge That Has Taken the League by Surprise

Eric Hartman, who has recently been named a Top-100 prospect by Baseball America, has been making headlines with a breakout performance that has exceeded expectations. He claimed the 100th spot on the prestigious list, becoming the first Braves position player to receive this honor since Drake Baldwin, who went on to win the National League Rookie of the Year Award in 2025.

Hartman, a 19-year-old outfielder from Alberta, has been on fire in 2026, especially in terms of his power hitting. After hitting only five home runs in 83 games with Single-A Augusta last year, Hartman has already blasted 12 home runs in just 31 games with High-A Rome. A particularly impressive performance came in late April, when Hartman hit three home runs in a single game, marking the first 3-homer game in two decades for the Rome team.

Hartman’s Stats and Performance

So far this season, Hartman is batting an impressive .331, with a 1.127 OPS, 30 RBIs, and 13 stolen bases in 16 attempts. His ability to hit for power without sacrificing his speed is especially notable, and his power grade has jumped dramatically from a 35 (below average) to a 60 (plus) according to Baseball America.

This surge in power and overall offensive production has placed Hartman firmly on the radar as one of the top young hitters in the Braves’ system. The organization has been pleasantly surprised by his rapid development, considering he was selected in the 20th round of the 2025 draft. While the team continues to monitor his progress, there’s no question that Hartman is quickly outgrowing his current level of competition, and it may not be long before the Braves give him a challenge in Double-A.

Isaiah Drake: A Legacy in the Making

Alongside Hartman, Isaiah Drake has also been turning heads as one of the hottest hitting prospects in baseball. Drake, ranked third on Baseball America’s list of Top-10 Hottest Hitting Prospects, has been making his mark in the South Atlantic League and recently earned recognition as the South Atlantic League Player of the Week and a spot on MLB’s Pipeline Prospect Team of the Week.

Drake’s impressive numbers tell the story: he’s slashing .536/.594/1.071 with three home runs, nine extra-base hits, nine RBIs, and four stolen bases in a recent stretch of games. He has recorded a base hit in 10 of his last 12 games, including seven multi-hit performances. With seven home runs on the year and 10 stolen bases, Drake is proving he can do it all—hitting for power while maintaining impressive speed on the basepaths.

The Drake Family Legacy

Isaiah is also starting to gain attention for his family ties, as his older brother, Kenyan Drake, is a former Miami Dolphins running back and a two-time national champion at Alabama. With both brothers making a mark in their respective professional sports, the Drakes have a chance to create a unique legacy spanning two major leagues.

A Bright Future Ahead for Both Players

Both Hartman and Drake are quickly showing that they have a rare blend of power and speed, making them two of the most exciting outfield prospects in the Braves’ system. As they continue to impress at the minor league level, there’s growing anticipation about what they can achieve in the future.

However, the competition will only get tougher as they move up through the ranks. Both players will face significantly higher levels of competition in Double-A and Triple-A, where they’ll be tested against top-tier pitching and defensive players. Despite these challenges, the hype surrounding both players is building, and it’s clear that they are ready for the next step in their development.

What’s Next for the Braves?

As the 2026 season continues, the Braves will keep a close eye on both Hartman and Drake as they look to see if these promising outfielders can continue their rise through the system. Both players’ performances so far suggest that they have the potential to contribute at the major league level in the near future.

For now, Braves fans can be excited about the future of the team, as the organization’s prospect pool continues to grow stronger. Whether it’s Hartman’s power surge or Drake’s all-around game, these two young outfielders are proving they belong among the best in baseball.