Trey Gregory-Alford, the Angels' No. 9 prospect, is impressing with strong performances in his second season at Single-A, striking out seven batters in back-to-back starts. His improved command and ability to limit baserunners indicate significant development at just 19 years old.
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Feb 28, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of the Los Angeles Angels logo on a hat in the dugout during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale.
A strong start to the season has quickly put Trey Gregory-Alford on the radar as one of the more intriguing arms on the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes staff. The Angelsā No. 9 prospect has shown clear development in his second stint at the Single-A level, particularly across his last two outings. After a solid but unspectacular debut, Gregory-Alford responded by striking out seven batters in back-to-back starts, showcasing improved command and swing-and-miss ability.
Trey Gregory-Alford done after five scoreless, sat 96-98 and grabbed a 101(!), command much improved from end of last season, CV/SL separated shape well pic.twitter.com/RKlnTTDpnW
ā Taylor Blake Ward (@TaylorBlakeWard) April 4, 2026
Just as encouraging has been his ability to limit baserunners. Heās kept hitters from generating consistent contact, a sign that his pitch mix is playing effectively against Low-A competition. The early success builds off a promising finish to last season, when he posted a 1.42 ERA across 25.1 innings. While that sample size was limited, the carryover into 2026 suggests real growth. At just 19 years old, Gregory-Alford is beginning to look like one of the Angelsā more polished young pitching prospects.
For Dylan Jordan, the start of the season has been more about development than dominance. The Angelsā No. 10 prospect has shown flashes, particularly with his ability to generate strikeouts, recording eight punchouts across two of his three appearances. However, consistency remains a work in progress.
Trey Gregory-Alford has struck out seven batters in back-to-back starts and has a 1.42 ERA across 25.1 innings from last season.
Gregory-Alford has shown improved command and swing-and-miss ability, limiting baserunners and generating effective contact against Low-A competition.
Trey Gregory-Alford is currently ranked as the No. 9 prospect in the Los Angeles Angels organization.
At just 19 years old, Gregory-Alford is beginning to look like one of the Angels' more polished young pitching prospects, suggesting significant future potential.
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Another strong inning for Quakes starter Dylan Jordan already has his third strikeout of this game. pic.twitter.com/FzvnqIm7zi
ā Anthony Arroyo (@AnthonyArroyo23) April 3, 2026
Jordan has struggled to pitch deep into games, often running into trouble with hittable pitches that lead to elevated contact. While his walk rate has been manageable, an encouraging sign of his ability to throw strikes, his WHIP sitting at 1.38 reflects ongoing issues with traffic on the bases. At just 20 years old, these growing pains are not unexpected, but refining his ability to limit hits and work deeper into outings will be key steps forward.
On the offensive side, Gabriel Davalillo remains one of the more intriguing yet raw talents on the roster. The 18-year-old, ranked No. 6 in the Angels system, has displayed flashes of both power and plate discipline, though consistency has been elusive.
Angels No. 6-ranked prospect Gabriel Davalillo launches his second home run of the season, a fly ball to center field cutting into the deficit. Davalillo has gotten off to a slow start this year, but this swing could be a step in the right direction. pic.twitter.com/GZr0gQ65ug
ā Anthony Arroyo (@AnthonyArroyo23) April 19, 2026
Through his early games, Davalillo is hitting .235 with a .678 OPS, numbers that reflect an adjustment period after jumping from rookie ball to Low-A. Defensively, heās split time between third base and designated hitter, though his glove remains a work in progress. Two errors in 10 games highlight the inconsistency, even as his arm strength stands out.
Despite the uneven start, the upside is evident. Davalilloās long-term profile will likely be defined by his bat, and as he continues to adjust to higher-level pitching, the Quakes are betting that the production will follow.
Another standout has been Anyelo Marquez, who is beginning to put everything together in his first taste of Single-A. Signed by the Angels in 2023, Marquez has taken a noticeable leap from rookie ball, emerging as one of the Quakesā most productive hitters early in the season.
Through 17 games (63 plate appearances), Marquez has collected 17 hits, including five doubles, one triple, and three home runs. Heās slashing .321/.419/.623 with an OPS north of 1.000, showing a blend of contact, power, and plate discipline that has stood out within the lineup.
Defensively, Marquez remains a work in progress. Across 78 chances, heās recorded 28 putouts and 47 assists with three errors, reflecting some inconsistency in the field. Still, itās the offensive production that has been the biggest takeaway, as Marquezās early-season performance is quickly turning heads within the organization.