Baseball America revealed an encouraging list for the Cleveland Indians: two of their prospects are the youngest players in their respective leagues.

Infielder Jose Ramirez is the youngest player in the Triple-A International League while shortstop Francisco Lindor is the youngest players in the Double-A Eastern League, according to the list.

Ramirez, who reached Cleveland last summer, doesn't turn 22 until September. Had Ramirez started the season in Cleveland, he would have been the third youngest player in the majors behind phenoms Xander Bogaerts of the Red Sox and Bryce Harper of the Nationals.

Lindor doesn't turn 21 until November. Lindor is the youngest player in the Eastern League, where he ended 2013, for the second straight season.

Ramirez and Lindor are the only players among the 10 youngest in their respective leagues.

The Lake County Captains have four teenagers -- infielders Dorssys Paulino and Nellie Rodriguez, outfielder Anthony Santander and pitcher -- Mitch Brown. Paulino was the youngest player in Captains' history when he started 2013 in Lake County. Paulino was 18 at the time.

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Manager: Chris Tremie

Last season: 71-73

What to watch for: Trevor Bauer starts the April 3 opener Indianapolis. The eccentric right-hander remains one of the Indians' top prospects, but for how long? If Carlos Carrasco falters in Cleveland, Josh Tomlin is the top candidate for a quick promotion. Tomlin appears fully recovered from Tommy John surgery. The right-hander will hog innings. ... First baseman Jesus Aguilar possess power, something lacking in the Indians' farm system. ... Infielder Jose Ramirez is only 21, a switch-hitter and can play multiple infield positions.  His future, even if it might not be in Cleveland, appears bright. ... The Clippers led Minor League Baseball last year by averaging 9,212 fans per game. Placing a ballpark in the Arena District represents thoughtful urban planning. More important, it makes everybody forget about Cooper Stadium.

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Manager: Dave Wallace

Last year: 68-73

What to watch for:  Former Lake County Captains manager Wallace replaces Edwin Rodriguez, whom the Indians promoted to a front-office position. Wallace is managing top prospect Francisco Lindor for a third straight season. Lindor, the heir to Asdrubal Cabrera at shortstop, hit .289 in 21 Double-A games last season. Joe Wendle, who cracked 16 homers at High-A Carolina, and 21-year-old Ronny Rodriguez surround Lindor in the infield, and 2012 first-round draft pick Tyler Naquin leads the outfield. ... Right-hander Cody Anderson received 2013 Indians Minor League Pitcher of the Year honors and fast-rising left-handed reliever Kyle Crockett gives the bullpen a prospect. ... Owner Ken Babby made the boldest offseason move: changing the team's name from Aeros to RubberDucks. We'll quack to the change.

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Manager: Scooter Tucker

Last year: 57-83

What to watch for: Tucker managed a 54-83 team in Lake County last season and for the second straight year, the Indians aren't giving him much to work with. Only two Mudcats -- outfielder LeVon Washington (second round, 2010) and right-hander Jacob Lee (ninth round, 2012) -- were drafted in a single-digit round. Injuries have stalled Washington's career and Lee returns to Carolina after posting a 6.10 ERA in 11 outings. Infielder Erik Gonzalez, a member of the Indians' 40-man roster, is the only Mudcat considered one of the organization's top-20 prospects by Baseball America. ... Lake County's roster includes many Midwest League returnees, so the Mudcats should receive help as the season progresses. At least Tucker is surrounded by familiar faces. Pitching Steve Karsay and hitting coach Tony Mansolino also worked in Lake County last season. Tucker is a patient man, which should help him handle this challenge.

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A look at how some of the Indians' top prospects are performing through one week of Cactus League games:

Francisco Lindor (SS, Baseball American No. 1):  The 20-year-old Lindor is a year away from competing for a job out of spring training. But he's 2-for-8 with a homer. The more major-league at-bats this spring, the better for Lindor, who's defensively ready to play at the highest level. Expect all of his at-bats to be scrutinized next spring.

Trevor Bauer (RHP, BA No. 3):  His early spring numbers are shaky. Bauer has allowed two runs, two walks and two hits in three innings. He's involved in the crowded competition for the fifth-starter spot, so his spring numbers are important.

Tyler Naquin (CF, BA No. 4): A season where Naquin can establish himself as a potential major-league regular has started with him going 2-for-6 with a homer. He has more walks (four) than strikeouts (two), an encouraging sign for a 22-year-old who appears headed to Double-A Akron.

Carlos Moncrief (OF, BA No. 14): His pitching days are over, but Moncrief's push for a spot in Cleveland is becoming serious. He's 2-for-9, but he could stick in major-league camp longer than other prospects because he's conquered every level of the minors besides Triple-A.

Joe Wendle (2B, BA No. 17): One of the most underrated players in the system, Wendle had a game-winning hit March 4 against the Chicago White Sox. His 11 at-bats are tied for the most among the 31 position players who have batted this spring. He has two hits.

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