Dodgers’ top prospects face big league pressure

Yasmani Grandal knows what it’s like to be a top minor league prospect, and he knows all about the pressure that comes with it. The Cincinnati Reds’ first-round pick in 2010, Grandal signed a major league contract in August of that year and was placed on the 40-man roster, a rarity for a draft pick. …

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For your bucket list: MLB’s must-see players

This story originally appeared here in July of 2010 on NBCSports.com. But since they've change publishing platforms, it has vanished. I've revived it here, and I hope you enjoy it, and excuse the references to Ryan Braun. We didn't know he was dirty at the time. He lounged alone in the clubhouse, idly clutching his trademark …