Zach Root Among Dodgers Prospects Who Performed Well in 2026 Spring Breakout The Los Angeles Dodgers concluded their Cactus League schedule on Saturday afternoon, with several of their top prospects competing against Chicago White Sox Minor Leaguers in the 2026 MLB Spring Breakout event. The first pitch was delayed to 6:05 p.m. PT due to extreme heat, but the Dodgers secured an 11-10 victory at Camelback Ranch. Among the standout performers was Zach Root, a 2025 Dodgers draft pick, who made his professional debut in the showcase. Root pitched three innings, striking out eight batters to tie a Spring Breakout record. The southpaw allowed just one hit, with his fastball averaging 97.2 mph and reaching a peak of 99 mph against White Sox prospects. James Tibbs III, a standout from Spring Training, continued his strong performance by hitting a three-run homer in the game. Tibbs, who was traded twice before the 2025 deadline, has found a new home with the Dodgers. After being acquired from the Boston Red Sox, he reported to Double-A Tulsa and hit .269/.407/.493 with five doubles, seven home runs, and 32 RBI over 36 games. Last season, he hit a combined 20 home runs at High-A and Double-A levels. Despite facing long odds, Tibbs is considered a potential candidate for a 2026 MLB debut. Mike Sirota, another Dodgers prospect, showed promise as he returned from a right knee injury that ended his 2025 season early. Sirota contributed two hits, two RBI, a walk, and a strikeout in the Spring Breakout win. As a near-consensus No. 1 prospect, Josue De Paula continued to excel against left-handed pitching, reaching base twice via walks and driving in a run with an RBI double off the wall in left field. Zyhir Hope also had a hit, an RBI single, and two walks, showcasing his offensive potential.#los_angeles_dodgers #chicago_white_sox #zach_root #spring_breakout #james_tibbs_iii
