1) Joba Chamberlain, RHP, 22
The legend has grown to absurdity in the press, but he's still got incredible stuff combined with good control.

2) Jose Tabata, RHB, RF, 19
Healthy after having his hamate bone removed, 2008 should give us a glimpse at how good he can be.

3) Austin Jackson, RHB, CF, 21
Went off like a rocket after seemingly undeserved promotion to Tampa. The pedigree and projectability have always been there, hopefully the performance continues.

4) Alan Horne, RHP, 25
Great pedigree, great build, great stuff, and has shown major improvements in command. Stuff is ready to make an impact in the ML bullpen in 2008, and has a higher ceiling as a starter than Kennedy.

5) Ian Kennedy, RHP, 23
Ranking here is no slight on Ian, as we love his ability to log innings at league average or better for years to come.

6) Jesus Montero, RHB, C, 18
Monster power bat that shows great plate discipline for someone so young. Even if he doesn't stick behind the plate his offensive upside is still immense.

7) Mark Melancon, RHP, 23
Top college closer in 2006 with mid nineties fastball and hammer curve. Has outstanding work ethic and off-the-charts makeup, so the grueling rehab from Tommy John Surgery should only make him better.

8) Humberto Sanchez, RHP, 24
Powerfully built Bronx HS product with a nasty, moving fastball. Dominated in AA before surgery, is currently around 8 months into his rehab. Could be an ace starter or reliever depending on how his rehab goes.

9) Andrew Brackman, RHP, 22
Critique this selection all you want, but as Lane Meyer discussed in an article last fall, Brackman has almost no legitimate comps from a historical basis. He is that unique as a prospect. A freaky combination of size, velocity, and athleticism, we hope to see him throwing rehab in the fall.

10) Jeff Marquez, RHP, 23
Great sinking fastball, yet low K/9. Could rise on this list if he continues to log innings and improves his ability to miss bats by working on his changeup. His durability is certainly a plus.

11) Francisco Cervelli, RHB, C, 22
Showed an interesting mix of gap power and plate discipline in 2007. Has shown exceptional defensive skills behind the plate, but tired greatly at the end of 2007.

12) Dellin Betances, RHP, 20
Great raw stuff and an aptitude to learn, Betances is still filling out and learning how to pitch. Concerns over the elbow pain he was having last year abound. Ranks this low due to future injury concerns and only throwing 48 innings in his two years in the organzation. Could catapult up this list if healthy in 2008.

13) Brett Gardner, LHB, CF, 23
Solid 4th OF type with blazing speed and good plate discipline. No pop in his bat, but plays good defense and could be a bench cog on a championship team.

14) Kevin Whelan, RHP, 24
Improving his control was essential, and he may have done so in Trenton after a short period of starting in Tampa. A reliever who could potentially contribute in the Bronx this year.

15) Ross Ohlendorf, RHP, 25
A live arm has gotten him this far, and seeing him hit mid to upper 90s in relief stints is encouraging, but we aren't as high on Ross as other outlets. He certianly has the potential to be solid in middle relief, but we dont see him ever being spectacular.

16) Daniel McCutchen, RHP, 25
NoMaas' sleeper prospect. He may be 25, but he throws hard, has a good breaking ball and a solid changeup. We see McCutchen opening eyes in 2008.

17) Jairo Heredia, RHP, 18
The 17 year old who came stateside sooner than expected and wowed the organization with impressive stuff and command. Heredia could be a top 5 guy by the time next offseason rolls around.

18) George Kontos, RHP, 22
Fastball/slider guy posted great numbers in Hawaii. Solid back of the rotation starter or middle reliever with the ability to miss bats at the ML level. He just needs to stay healthy and out of trouble. We actually like him a bit better than Ollie, but Ross has already made the Majors.

19) Juan Miranda, LHB, 1B/DH, 25 (on a good day)
All hit. Despite not being a good glove, he may see time in the Bronx soon due to his ability to rake.

20) Jose Pirela, SHB, SS, 18
Switch-hitting SS who played last season at age 17 in the DSL. Solidly built, stout 5-tool guy that showed excellent plate discipline for such a young age (34 BB to 36 K in 238 AB).

Hope to see you here next time: JB Cox, Damon Sublett, Bradley Suttle, Carmen Angelini, Ryan Pope, Zach McAllister, Kevin DeLeon, Manny Barreda, Braedyn Pruitt, Chris Garcia.

*** As an added bonus, we present our list of the Top 5 Most Interesting Yankees Prospects.  These are kids whose 2008 season could determine if they're legitimate prospects or not.

1) Michael Dunn, LHP, 22
Converted to the mound for good in 2007, has low-90s fastball and posted impressive numbers in Charleston last year while pitching a full season as a starter. 2008 will be a test to see if he can continue growing as a pitcher.

2) David Robertson, RHP, 23
Diminutive college closer put up mind-boggling numbers in Charleston and Tampa last year despite velocity sitting around 90 MPH. 2008 will show if he can repeat any sort of dominance at higher levels.

3) Justin Snyder, LHB, 2B/OF, 22
At 5'9" and 190 lbs, Snyder is small but solid. Playing both 2B and CF in Staten Island last year, he showed amazing plate discipline by drawing 58 BB in just 260 AB. By hitting .335 with 20 doubles and 5 HR, he also showed an ability to drive the ball. 2008 will go a long way towards establishing Snyder as a legitimate prospect.

4) Angel Reyes, LHP, 21
A fastball that sits in the low-90s touching 96, a plus breaking pitch, and a great ability to miss bats...and the plate sum up the highly talented lefty. Injury and lack of command forced Reyes to take a major step backwards in 2007, but he still has all the tools to become an elite prospect in 2008.

5) Brandon Laird, RHB, 3B/1B, 20
Brother of ML catcher Gerald Laird, Brandon showed fantastic contact and power skills in the GCL last year by posting a .238 IsoP and striking out only 26 times in 45 games. He only drew 6 walks, so it will be intriguing to see how he does in full-season ball in 2008.