Prospect Spotlight: Zyhir Hope, OF, Dodgers
Zyhir Hope has emerged as one of the hottest breakout prospects in the Dodgers’ system and across the hobby. After a strong 2024 in Low-A, Hope climbed into consensus top-35 prospect status by mid-2025 (now #19 on MLB Top 100), powered by speed, athleticism, and growing raw power. His 2025 season across High-A and Double-A shows both upside and inconsistency, with OBP skills intact but contact rates sliding. For collectors, a key wrinkle is that Hope does not have a Bowman 1st; his cards debut in 2025 Bowman Chrome, which shapes how the market views him.
Note: Performance data and scouting grades are sourced from FanGraphs.
| Height / Weight | B/T | Signed/Drafted | Org. Rank | Overall Rank | FV | Rule-5 EL | ETA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zyhir Hope | 5’10” / 193 | L / L | 2023 (11th, Cubs, $400K) | #2 Dodgers | #35 | 50 | Dec 2026 | 2028 |
1. Performance Snapshot
| Year | Level | G | PA | AVG | OBP | SLG | HR | SB | BB% | K% | wRC+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | A / MiLB | 61 | 272 | .290 | .419 | .484 | 9 | 9 | 15.1 | 22.8 | 144 |
| 2025 | A+ / AA | 123 | 528 | .262 | .374 | .424 | 13 | 26 | 14.8 | 26.5 | 130 |
OBP skills remain strong, but the contact dip is noticeable. Power is ticking up with more fly balls, and the speed continues to play. This is a profile of a player focusing on power development, which is common at this stage, but we want to see improving BB/K.
2. Advanced Indicators
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Contact % | 68.1 | A step back from 2024, now below average |
| O-Swing % | 41.3 | More aggressive approach |
| SwStr % | 13.2 | Whiff rate elevated in High-A |
| GB/FB | 0.85 | Fly-ball heavy, supports power |
| Pull % | 41.2 | Balanced spray with some lift |
The profile points to a hitter chasing more power, trading off contact. That adds risk, but the OBP floor gives some cushion.
3. Scouting Grades (FanGraphs)
| Tool | Hit | Game Power | Raw Power | Run | Field | Arm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | 30 / 40 | 35 / 65 | 65 / 65 | 60 / 60 | 30 / 50 | - |
Hope carries loud tools, especially raw power and speed, but the hit tool will determine whether he becomes an everyday bat or more of a role player.
4. Organizational Fit & MLB Outlook
- Dodgers rank him as their No. 2 prospect, with a conservative ETA of 2028.
- Power-speed tools are MLB-caliber, but swing-and-miss needs to be ironed out in Double-A and Triple-A.
- If adjustments click, a 2027 debut is realistic, but patience is still the safer view.
5. Sentiment & Market Buzz
- Top-20 overall prospect with outlets highlighting elite raw power and athleticism.
- Dynasty rankings place him among the top 10 outfielders under 21, with risk tied to the hit tool.
- Comparisons lean toward a power-speed outfield archetype, with more swing-and-miss than Corbin Carroll types.
6. Bowman Hobby Outlook
Zyhir Hope’s market is shaped by two factors: he does not have a Bowman 1st, and his debut in 2025 Bowman autos has driven real activity.
Recent eBay comps (Aug–Sep 2025):
- Refractor Auto /499 RAW: $100–135, steady volume
- Base Auto RAW: $44–70
- PSA 10 Base Auto: $155–157
- Speckle Auto /299 PSA 10: $320–350
- Purple Auto /250 PSA 10: $361
- Green Auto /99 PSA 10: $600
- Reptilian Auto /25 PSA 10: $811
- Blue Auto /150 PSA 10: $1,559
The base auto market has softened into the $50 range, while color parallels, especially low numbered and graded, command strong premiums. Collectors are chasing scarcity rather than volume.
Final Thoughts
Recommendation: Hold
Zyhir Hope’s data and tools are solid, but not overwhelming at this stage. Without a Bowman 1st, his card trajectory is less straightforward, and the risk tied to his hit tool makes him more speculative. If you already have exposure, hold. For new buyers, he fits better as a personal-collection or offseason flyer than a must-have investment.