Athletics' No. 4 prospect is simply unstoppable in Double-A right now
The LHP is making his mark.
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Wei-En Lin is a Taiwanese left-handed pitcher who signed with the Athletics during the 2024 international signing period and was quick to get into action. In 2025, he jumped into the California League and moved up to High-A after only 13 games. He would end his season in Double-A, helping Midland during their playoff run.
This year, that is where he opened up the year, where he is still pitching now. And he is quickly becoming a prospect that fans will want to keep a close eye on. MORE: Athletics continue to roll despite constant pitching struggles in Sacramento Athletics' No.
4 prospect is simply unstoppable in Double-A right now There were some concerns about Lin's game late last season. He saw a drop in his fastball velocity, but since the season started this year, he is back in that 95 mph range and has even touched 96 mph this year. With the uptick in velocity, he is a formidable arm in the Texas League, and the crew over at MLB.