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SS
Ethan Holliday
18
6'4
200
L/R
Stillwater HS, OK
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Ethan Holliday has a chance to emulate his brother Jackson and go 1-1 in July. It's easy to forget that at the beginning of the 2022 cycle, Jackson was a back of the first round type profile. An incandescent draft year forced him to the top of the pile.
Ethan is a very different player to Jackson, more physical with less defensive and hit-tool certainty. Holliday has easy plus raw power from a rhythmic, left-handed swing. After a 'meh' showcase circuit, the questions for Ethan are around some swing and miss in his profile, particularly in zone, in addition to his eventual defensive home.
It's likely he's not a shortstop in the majors, the power should play at third or even in a corner outfield spot. It's hard to envision him having a poor spring in high school baseball in Oklahoma, especially given the plus power and his strong approach at the plate. I think some of the fading of his profile is an overcorrection that's likely to be amended throughout the spring. He should be a shoe in for the first handful of names selected in July.
Ethan is a very different player to Jackson, more physical with less defensive and hit-tool certainty. Holliday has easy plus raw power from a rhythmic, left-handed swing. After a 'meh' showcase circuit, the questions for Ethan are around some swing and miss in his profile, particularly in zone, in addition to his eventual defensive home.
It's likely he's not a shortstop in the majors, the power should play at third or even in a corner outfield spot. It's hard to envision him having a poor spring in high school baseball in Oklahoma, especially given the plus power and his strong approach at the plate. I think some of the fading of his profile is an overcorrection that's likely to be amended throughout the spring. He should be a shoe in for the first handful of names selected in July.
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2
LHP
Kade Anderson
21
6'2
180
L/L
LSU
UP
Anderson is another promising left-handed pitching prospect in a draft class full of them. After TJ surgery in his senior year of high school, he's put it all together this season as LSU's Friday night starter, culminating with a complete game shutout in the CWS against Coastal.
Anderson's fastball sits 92-94 mph, but has been as high as 96 mph, with ~19 inches of IVB from a pretty upright release. It's a relatively smooth, simple delivery for Anderson, who could still hang 20 pounds of good weight on a slender frame.
Anderson shows an affinity for spin, too. His curveball sits in the high 70s-low 80s and generates spin rates of ~2800 rpms. Anderson has added a sweeper with around 17 inches of horizontal break in 2025, and has shown feel for a changeup.
This is a high-floored profile. A good frame, four usable pitches, consistent strike throwing, and an emerging track record of performance in the SEC. Anderson developed remarkably this season at LSU. He's in the conversation for 1:1 and SP1. He finished the season with a 2.93 FIP, 37.4 K%, and a 7.3 BB%. It's a profile that could be in the majors in two years with the refined arsenal and pitch shapes he already posseses.
Anderson's fastball sits 92-94 mph, but has been as high as 96 mph, with ~19 inches of IVB from a pretty upright release. It's a relatively smooth, simple delivery for Anderson, who could still hang 20 pounds of good weight on a slender frame.
Anderson shows an affinity for spin, too. His curveball sits in the high 70s-low 80s and generates spin rates of ~2800 rpms. Anderson has added a sweeper with around 17 inches of horizontal break in 2025, and has shown feel for a changeup.
This is a high-floored profile. A good frame, four usable pitches, consistent strike throwing, and an emerging track record of performance in the SEC. Anderson developed remarkably this season at LSU. He's in the conversation for 1:1 and SP1. He finished the season with a 2.93 FIP, 37.4 K%, and a 7.3 BB%. It's a profile that could be in the majors in two years with the refined arsenal and pitch shapes he already posseses.
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SS
Eli Willits
17
6'1
175
S/R
Fort-Cobb Broxton HS, OK
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Originally a 2026 prospect who reclassified to the 2025 class, Willits will be one of the youngest prospects in the entire draft class. Willits comes from a baseball family, his father Reggie having played for the Angels. He now coaches at Oklahoma, where Eli is committed.
Eli is a switch hitter whose offensive polish stands out for a prospect so young. It's a short, compact swing from both sides of the plate (although he's better from the left side), with good adjustability and barrel control on both swings. It's mostly gap power for now, but you'd like to think there's more in the tank for a prospect who stands at 6'1, 175. Willits has some other useful tools. He's a plus runner. The arm and glove are both average currently. If Willits can continue to add strength and develop his supplementary tools, it's the profile of a big-league regular who sticks somewhere on the dirt.
Eli is a switch hitter whose offensive polish stands out for a prospect so young. It's a short, compact swing from both sides of the plate (although he's better from the left side), with good adjustability and barrel control on both swings. It's mostly gap power for now, but you'd like to think there's more in the tank for a prospect who stands at 6'1, 175. Willits has some other useful tools. He's a plus runner. The arm and glove are both average currently. If Willits can continue to add strength and develop his supplementary tools, it's the profile of a big-league regular who sticks somewhere on the dirt.
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LHP
Jamie Arnold
21
6'1
195
L/L
Florida State
DOWN
After an excellent 2023 in which he was third in K% among college starters behind Chase Burns and Hagen Smith, Jamie Arnold has cemented himself in the conversation for the first handful of picks come July, in a class full of uncertainty around college bats.
Arnold is a unique look, with a lower release height and flat approach that give him tons of angles and deception to his delivery. Although slightly undersized, he's a great mover and gets outstanding extension, adding to what is already a tough fastball that sits 93-95 mph and has touched 97 mph. There's two different variations of the breaking ball currently, with his sweeper the better of the two, generating a whiff rate of more than 40% in 2024.
Arnold worked on a split change at Driveline in the offseason that has added a potentially potent third pitch to two plus offerings. It's an easy delivery. Arnold is already a good strike thrower. This is a polished college profile that has the ceiling of a playoff caliber starter and a solid, mid-rotation floor thanks to his unique release traits and strong stuff.
Despite his production tailing off a hair from 2024, Arnold still put up a 2.95 FIP in 84.2 IP with a 33.9 K% and 7.7 BB%. He's suffered from a little prospect fatigue on boards at the end of this cycle but it's a great profile.
Arnold is a unique look, with a lower release height and flat approach that give him tons of angles and deception to his delivery. Although slightly undersized, he's a great mover and gets outstanding extension, adding to what is already a tough fastball that sits 93-95 mph and has touched 97 mph. There's two different variations of the breaking ball currently, with his sweeper the better of the two, generating a whiff rate of more than 40% in 2024.
Arnold worked on a split change at Driveline in the offseason that has added a potentially potent third pitch to two plus offerings. It's an easy delivery. Arnold is already a good strike thrower. This is a polished college profile that has the ceiling of a playoff caliber starter and a solid, mid-rotation floor thanks to his unique release traits and strong stuff.
Despite his production tailing off a hair from 2024, Arnold still put up a 2.95 FIP in 84.2 IP with a 33.9 K% and 7.7 BB%. He's suffered from a little prospect fatigue on boards at the end of this cycle but it's a great profile.
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RHP
Seth Hernandez
18
6'4
190
R/R
Corona HS, CA
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Prep right-handers are a risky demographic, certainly not one frequently taken in the top five picks, but Seth Hernandez has a chance to be the first since Jackson Jobe, in addition to creating history with Billy Carlson (see Carlson writeup).
It's easy to see why, too. Hernandez has been on the radar for a long time and has the combination of present stuff, starter traits, and frame that offer any drafting team a mouthwatering long term opportunity.
Hernandez stands 6'4 and there's still good weight that can be added to his frame. He moves well and gets down the mound, creating good extension. His fastball will sit in the mid-90s but has been as high as 100 mph. His changeup is a plus pitch, with a ton of fade to it and more than 10 mph velocity separation from his fastball. Hernandez also has an above average curveball and shows an affinity to spin the ball, in addition to a harder slider which lags behind the rest of his arsenal.
Add in his ability to be in the zone consistently and you have the type of profile that has potential playoff starter attached to it, and the highest ceiling of any arm in the class. Someone will bite early, despite the risk the demographic brings.
It's easy to see why, too. Hernandez has been on the radar for a long time and has the combination of present stuff, starter traits, and frame that offer any drafting team a mouthwatering long term opportunity.
Hernandez stands 6'4 and there's still good weight that can be added to his frame. He moves well and gets down the mound, creating good extension. His fastball will sit in the mid-90s but has been as high as 100 mph. His changeup is a plus pitch, with a ton of fade to it and more than 10 mph velocity separation from his fastball. Hernandez also has an above average curveball and shows an affinity to spin the ball, in addition to a harder slider which lags behind the rest of his arsenal.
Add in his ability to be in the zone consistently and you have the type of profile that has potential playoff starter attached to it, and the highest ceiling of any arm in the class. Someone will bite early, despite the risk the demographic brings.
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Aiva Arquette
21
6'5
220
R/R
Oregon State
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Arquette hits from the right side. Fairly upright with a slightly open front foot and a shoulder high hand set, Arquette leverages a leg lift and stride in his swing. He’ll manipulate the height of both in counts where the pitcher has leverage. Since his prep career, he’s cut down on some of the noise in his pre-swing movement. The whole operation now looks fairly quiet.
Quality of contact was the driving force behind Arquette’s breakout season. A 90th percentile exit velocity of 107 mph was 92nd percentile in D1 baseball, with a max of 113 mph trailing closely behind (91st percentile). Arquette hits the ball hard, with consistency, and I’d argue there’s more to come if he can improve his swing decisions a shade in 2025.
Arquette demonstrates good bat-to-ball skills, too. An 80 percent contact rate in 2024 was supported by a solid 69.1 percent out of zone contact percentage (73rd percentile), although there is some swing and miss to hit game. His 13.1 percent in zone whiff rate was right around average.
Let’s talk about swing decisions, as that feels like the opportunity for refinement in 2025. Arquette is a fairly patient hitter. His 43.5 swing percentage (72nd percentile) is a good foundation. He can sometimes be a little passive in the strike zone and a little aggressive out of it. A 63rd percentile in-zone swing percentage and a chase rate approaching 27 percent are a little low and a little high respectively. If Arquette wants to maximize his strengths in 2025 (doing damage on contact), chasing breaking pitches less, and being more aggressive in-zone will help him get there. Arquette uses the whole field well, but some drafting teams may see an opportunity to wring out more damage from his skillset. A 50th percentile pulled fly ball rate is an untapped resource for teams who like to maximize pulled batted ball events.
Quality of contact was the driving force behind Arquette’s breakout season. A 90th percentile exit velocity of 107 mph was 92nd percentile in D1 baseball, with a max of 113 mph trailing closely behind (91st percentile). Arquette hits the ball hard, with consistency, and I’d argue there’s more to come if he can improve his swing decisions a shade in 2025.
Arquette demonstrates good bat-to-ball skills, too. An 80 percent contact rate in 2024 was supported by a solid 69.1 percent out of zone contact percentage (73rd percentile), although there is some swing and miss to hit game. His 13.1 percent in zone whiff rate was right around average.
Let’s talk about swing decisions, as that feels like the opportunity for refinement in 2025. Arquette is a fairly patient hitter. His 43.5 swing percentage (72nd percentile) is a good foundation. He can sometimes be a little passive in the strike zone and a little aggressive out of it. A 63rd percentile in-zone swing percentage and a chase rate approaching 27 percent are a little low and a little high respectively. If Arquette wants to maximize his strengths in 2025 (doing damage on contact), chasing breaking pitches less, and being more aggressive in-zone will help him get there. Arquette uses the whole field well, but some drafting teams may see an opportunity to wring out more damage from his skillset. A 50th percentile pulled fly ball rate is an untapped resource for teams who like to maximize pulled batted ball events.
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LHP
Liam Doyle
21
6'2
220
R/L
Tennessee
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Doyle is one of the sharpest risers in the 2025 cycle. The Ole' Miss transfer has cemented himself as the Friday night starter for the defending national champions, and it's explosive stuff on the mound.
Doyle has an effortful delivery, but it seems to work well for him and he's been in the zone plenty in 2025. His fastball is a unique, outlier shape, generating 20 inches of ride and he's been cranking it up to 97 mph throughout SEC play. Doyle also uses a slider, and cutter, both of which are around average, and a changeup he's continuing to develop a feel for. A bugaboo for Doyle has been maintaining his velocity throughout starts. It tends to fall off with all pitches sharply after ~45 pitches or so.
Doyle has posted consistently throughout a tough SEC slate. After his postseason was done, he had managed a 3.20 ERA (2.45 FIP) with a 42.6 K% and 8.1 BB% in 95.2 innings of work. He’s not at that level, but that’s Chase Burns/Hagen Smith type levels of dominance. There’s some risk to the profile with an arsenal that needs development and an effortful delivery, but it’s top tier arm talent that should move fast in a pro system that develops arms well.
Doyle has an effortful delivery, but it seems to work well for him and he's been in the zone plenty in 2025. His fastball is a unique, outlier shape, generating 20 inches of ride and he's been cranking it up to 97 mph throughout SEC play. Doyle also uses a slider, and cutter, both of which are around average, and a changeup he's continuing to develop a feel for. A bugaboo for Doyle has been maintaining his velocity throughout starts. It tends to fall off with all pitches sharply after ~45 pitches or so.
Doyle has posted consistently throughout a tough SEC slate. After his postseason was done, he had managed a 3.20 ERA (2.45 FIP) with a 42.6 K% and 8.1 BB% in 95.2 innings of work. He’s not at that level, but that’s Chase Burns/Hagen Smith type levels of dominance. There’s some risk to the profile with an arsenal that needs development and an effortful delivery, but it’s top tier arm talent that should move fast in a pro system that develops arms well.
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Billy Carlson
19
6'1
165
R/R
Corona HS, CA
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Between Billy Carlson and Seth Hernandez, there's an opportunity for draft history. Never have two prep players from the same high school been taken within the first ten picks of a draft, but that's a distinct possibility in 2025.
Billy Carlson is a defensively polished shortstop prospect and one of the best prep profiles in this class. It's plus shortstop defense and a laser arm at the position, both plus-to-double plus tools. He's a smooth mover with soft hands and good footwork and for my money, the best defensive shortstop in the class, ahead of Marek Houston.
Offensively, it's a hit over power profile currently. Carlson has a good approach and strong bat-to-ball metrics. There might be some swing work to do for Carlson, who can get a little stiff in the box at times. While it's line drive power right now, the bat speed is good and indicative that there is likely more on the way in terms of usable in-game power. Carlson's ceiling likely lies in how you grade his power. I think it's above average hit and power, with plus defense and a double plus arm. That's a package that won't last long in July.
Billy Carlson is a defensively polished shortstop prospect and one of the best prep profiles in this class. It's plus shortstop defense and a laser arm at the position, both plus-to-double plus tools. He's a smooth mover with soft hands and good footwork and for my money, the best defensive shortstop in the class, ahead of Marek Houston.
Offensively, it's a hit over power profile currently. Carlson has a good approach and strong bat-to-ball metrics. There might be some swing work to do for Carlson, who can get a little stiff in the box at times. While it's line drive power right now, the bat speed is good and indicative that there is likely more on the way in terms of usable in-game power. Carlson's ceiling likely lies in how you grade his power. I think it's above average hit and power, with plus defense and a double plus arm. That's a package that won't last long in July.
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Joseph 'JoJo' Parker
18
6'2
195
L/R
Purvis HS, MS
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Joseph 'JoJo' Parker is a left-handed hitting prep infielder out of Mississippi who lit up the summer showcase circuit and has steadily moved up boards this spring. It's a big league type frame at 6'2, 200 pounds. Parker starts with a narrow base and has a smooth quiet load as he strides into his swing. It's a good looking operation from the left side of the plate and Parker has shown a refined hit tool to go with some emerging power.
While his other tools are mostly average. He'll have a chance to stick at shortstop in the short to medium term, but might end up moving to another position on the dirt. Even if he moves off shortstop, this is a profile that has rocketed up draft boards due to the level of confidence and polish present in his hit tool. There aren't many strong hit/power prep profiles in this class, at least not with the level of certainty most evaluators seem to assign to Parker. His name has been mentioned as high as the top five as of this report. Joseph's twin brother Jacob will also likely be a top 100 profile in this class.
While his other tools are mostly average. He'll have a chance to stick at shortstop in the short to medium term, but might end up moving to another position on the dirt. Even if he moves off shortstop, this is a profile that has rocketed up draft boards due to the level of confidence and polish present in his hit tool. There aren't many strong hit/power prep profiles in this class, at least not with the level of certainty most evaluators seem to assign to Parker. His name has been mentioned as high as the top five as of this report. Joseph's twin brother Jacob will also likely be a top 100 profile in this class.
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Kyson Witherspoon
20
6'2
210
R/R
Oklahoma
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Witherspoon is in his second season at Oklahoma after transferring from JC prior to the 2024 season and looks to be in the midst of a major breakout. The stuff has always been loud. It's a plus fastball that sits 95-97 mph but he can run it up close to triple digits at times. It's complemented by a tight slider and an emerging changeup that produced plenty of miss in 2024.
Prior to the 2025 season, there was speculation about reliever risk with Witherspoon. Early in the season through the opening weekend of conference play, he's doubled his strikeout rate and halved his walk rate. Tougher tests are ahead, but a continuation of this sort of performance will have him creeping up boards and in the mix for college SP3.
When it was all said and done, Witherspoon ripped off 95 IP and maintained a sparkling 2.86 FIP, a 31.8 K%, and a 5.9 BB%. Almost every aspect of his performance took a significant step forwards in 2025 and he'll be just 20 on draft day.
Prior to the 2025 season, there was speculation about reliever risk with Witherspoon. Early in the season through the opening weekend of conference play, he's doubled his strikeout rate and halved his walk rate. Tougher tests are ahead, but a continuation of this sort of performance will have him creeping up boards and in the mix for college SP3.
When it was all said and done, Witherspoon ripped off 95 IP and maintained a sparkling 2.86 FIP, a 31.8 K%, and a 5.9 BB%. Almost every aspect of his performance took a significant step forwards in 2025 and he'll be just 20 on draft day.
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Ike Irish
21
6'2
210
L/R
Auburn
UP
Irish mashed in 2024, hitting .319/.403/.627 (1.030) with 14 home runs (27 extra base hits), and almost as many walks (23), as strikeouts (29). Irish sets up open in the batter's box, with a wide base. He has a stride into his swing that he’ll eliminate with two strikes. Irish has legit bat speed and he’s direct to the ball with consistency. Irish’s swing does play a little stiff, at times, and he has been prone to high ground ball rates, another outcome worth monitoring in 2025.
Defense is an area where remaining questions lie with Irish. It’s a plus arm but there’s work to do on receiving and game calling. His performance behind the dish in 2025 will be an important factor in his draft stock.
Irish produces a lot of hard contact. His 106.1 90th percentile exit velocity (max 111.8) was 87th percentile in D1 baseball in 2024, with a .435 xWOBA, close to the top of the pack amongst college hitters (96th percentile). Irish has less questions about the hit tool than Stevenson, for me. He’s a much more aggressive swinger, but an ~83% contact rate is strong and his in zone whiff rate of 13% is a strong pair of metrics against some of the best competition in the country). Additionally, Irish has the ability to make good contact out of zone. The only real quibble you might have with his offensive profile is his propensity to chase. In 2024 he did so at a 26% clip. That’s a little high, but around average in D1 baseball.
Irish finished 2025 with a .364/.469/.710 line with 19 bombs and a 152 wRC+. He's cemented himself as a top 10-12 pick with an outstanding campaign in the SEC.
Defense is an area where remaining questions lie with Irish. It’s a plus arm but there’s work to do on receiving and game calling. His performance behind the dish in 2025 will be an important factor in his draft stock.
Irish produces a lot of hard contact. His 106.1 90th percentile exit velocity (max 111.8) was 87th percentile in D1 baseball in 2024, with a .435 xWOBA, close to the top of the pack amongst college hitters (96th percentile). Irish has less questions about the hit tool than Stevenson, for me. He’s a much more aggressive swinger, but an ~83% contact rate is strong and his in zone whiff rate of 13% is a strong pair of metrics against some of the best competition in the country). Additionally, Irish has the ability to make good contact out of zone. The only real quibble you might have with his offensive profile is his propensity to chase. In 2024 he did so at a 26% clip. That’s a little high, but around average in D1 baseball.
Irish finished 2025 with a .364/.469/.710 line with 19 bombs and a 152 wRC+. He's cemented himself as a top 10-12 pick with an outstanding campaign in the SEC.
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Kayson Cunningham
19
5'9
180
L/R
Johnson HS, TX
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There's always a sub-genre of prospects who give you clues about what organizations value in the draft, and Cunningham will be one in 2025. He'll be 19 on draft day and is undersized, but Cunningham has one of the best pure hit tools in the entire class. It's a short, adjustable stroke that showcases an ability to manipulate the barrel of the bat with consistency and cover the strike zone with outstanding effectiveness.
Cunningham might develop to average power, but it's more of a gap to gap approach currently and he's not afraid to use the whole field to his advantage.
Defensively, he'll stick somewhere in the infield, even if it's not at shortstop long term. There's an above average arm and plus speed to go with solid-average glove work. What drafting organizations think of Cunningham's potential to develop a half grade more pop might determine his draft ceiling, but the hit tool is legit and he should be among the first 10-15 selections in July.
Cunningham might develop to average power, but it's more of a gap to gap approach currently and he's not afraid to use the whole field to his advantage.
Defensively, he'll stick somewhere in the infield, even if it's not at shortstop long term. There's an above average arm and plus speed to go with solid-average glove work. What drafting organizations think of Cunningham's potential to develop a half grade more pop might determine his draft ceiling, but the hit tool is legit and he should be among the first 10-15 selections in July.
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RHP
Tyler Bremner
21
6'2
190
R/R
UC Santa Barbara
UP
Bremner will be a young-for-the-college class right hander in 2025 with a ton of starter traits. At 6'2, 190, there's still room to add strength to a frame that's highly athletic. Bremner is an elite mover with two plus pitches and a third that profiles as above average. His fastball sits 94-96 mph and tops out at 98 mph with good carry through the zone (up to 19 IVB). His changeup is an elite, MLB ready pitch. It generates approaching 20 inches of horizontal movement and generates a ton of swing and miss (whiff rate north of 40% in 2024). His slider is a solid compliment to his fastball and above average while still being a distant third to the fastball/changeup combo.
While Bremner has an uneven start to the season, he finished strong. In 77.1 innings of work he managed a 2.14 FIP, a 35.8 K%, and a 6.1 BB%. There's some work to do on command here, and possibly expanding the arsenal, but Bremner wont last long in July. The ceiling here is a pitcher who could start a playoff game, don't let the prospect fatigue and the poor start to the season fool you.
While Bremner has an uneven start to the season, he finished strong. In 77.1 innings of work he managed a 2.14 FIP, a 35.8 K%, and a 6.1 BB%. There's some work to do on command here, and possibly expanding the arsenal, but Bremner wont last long in July. The ceiling here is a pitcher who could start a playoff game, don't let the prospect fatigue and the poor start to the season fool you.
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3B/OF
Gavin Fien
18
6'3
200
R/R
Great Oaks HS, CA
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Fien is a physical third base/outfield profile who has established himself as one of the most exciting prep bats in the class. The Texas commit stands 6'3, 200, and is riding the wave of an outstanding summer showcase circuit where he performed well everywhere he went.
Despite a slightly unorthodox look in the box with a high handset and toe tap during his load into a leg kick, Fien is consistently on time. It's line drive power with the type of physicality that portends more in a profile that could end up as one of the better hit/power combos in this draft class.
The rest of the tool set is a bit raw. There's plenty of arm to stick at third, with just an average glove and speed. There's no defensive certainty here yet which means he'll have to continue to perform well with that bat, but he's a prep profile on the rise this spring in a draft class with so few well rounded offensive profiles.
Despite a slightly unorthodox look in the box with a high handset and toe tap during his load into a leg kick, Fien is consistently on time. It's line drive power with the type of physicality that portends more in a profile that could end up as one of the better hit/power combos in this draft class.
The rest of the tool set is a bit raw. There's plenty of arm to stick at third, with just an average glove and speed. There's no defensive certainty here yet which means he'll have to continue to perform well with that bat, but he's a prep profile on the rise this spring in a draft class with so few well rounded offensive profiles.
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2B
Gavin Kilen
21
5'11
190
L/R
Tennessee
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Kilen is an undersized middle infield profile who has been one of the hottest college hitters on the planet in the early going of the 2025 season. Running an in zone contact rate north of 90% in 2024 is a strong platform on which to build. Kilen isn't quite matching those bat-to-ball numbers in 2025, but he's made an exciting trade off; a little less contact for quite a bit more power.
Through the opening weekend of conference play his 104 mph EV90 and 108 mph Max EV represent solid improvements on his 2024 season. There's a ton of supplementary skills too: he's patient, he doesn't chase much, he can pull the ball in the air, and his contact numbers are still around 75th percentile in college ball.
The supplementary tools are solid, not outstanding, but if his power surge continues through the rest of the season, it's a middle infield profile with an above average hit tool and fringy to average power. Kilen ended 2025 with a .357/.441/.671 line with 15 home runs, a 139 wRC+, a 12.2% walk rate, and an excellent 11% strikeout rate. It's a high-floored, versatile middle infield profile as a pro.
Through the opening weekend of conference play his 104 mph EV90 and 108 mph Max EV represent solid improvements on his 2024 season. There's a ton of supplementary skills too: he's patient, he doesn't chase much, he can pull the ball in the air, and his contact numbers are still around 75th percentile in college ball.
The supplementary tools are solid, not outstanding, but if his power surge continues through the rest of the season, it's a middle infield profile with an above average hit tool and fringy to average power. Kilen ended 2025 with a .357/.441/.671 line with 15 home runs, a 139 wRC+, a 12.2% walk rate, and an excellent 11% strikeout rate. It's a high-floored, versatile middle infield profile as a pro.
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SS
Steele Hall
17
5'11
175
R/R
Hewitt-Trussville HS, AL
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Hall is one of the buzziest names in the prep class. He's risen from close to 50th in the first few iterations of the consensus board to the teens a few weeks out from draft day. He also reclassified from the 2025 class, so he'll be one of the youngest prospects in the class at 17 on draft day. He's a right-handed hitting, prep shortstop out of Alabama committed to Tennessee.
Despite an undersized frame, Hall is an explosive athlete and an elite mover. He has bounce, lateral quickness and legit plus to double plus speed. Add a plus arm to the mix and he has a chance to stick at shortstop at the next level.
Offensively it's a hit over power profile but the power is headed in the right direction, underpinned by a compact swing and improved bat speed. The power grade might get to average when it's all said and done, with all of his other tools at least above average, if not plus.
Despite an undersized frame, Hall is an explosive athlete and an elite mover. He has bounce, lateral quickness and legit plus to double plus speed. Add a plus arm to the mix and he has a chance to stick at shortstop at the next level.
Offensively it's a hit over power profile but the power is headed in the right direction, underpinned by a compact swing and improved bat speed. The power grade might get to average when it's all said and done, with all of his other tools at least above average, if not plus.
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RHP
Gage Wood
21
6'0
210
R/R
Arkansas
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Wood is a right-handed starting pitching prospect out of Arkansas with an undersized frame who has transitioned from hard throwing reliever to starter in 2025. He burst onto the scene in a big way in the College World Series. Wood threw a 19 strikeout no hitter against Murray State and has since rocketed consistently up draft boards.
Wood's arsenal consists of a fastball that sits in the 94-96 mph range. It’s a freak pitch that averages 17 inches of IVB, over 9 inches of arm side run thrown from a 5.5 release with above average extension. You won’t be surprised to read that it was a whiff machine in 2025. It's complimented by a pair of breakers, a curveball with plenty of drop and a solid average slider. There's also a changeup there to make up a four pitch mix.
Wood's surface numbers don't look great in 2025 in a 37.2 inning sample, but what's under the hood looks mighty impressive. It's a 3.82 ERA with a 2.06 FIP, a 46% strikeout rate, and a measly 4.6% walk rate. Wood has a history of shoulder issues. If he remains healthy, he could be one of the fastest moving arms in this class and is starting to look like a profile who may push his way into the teens on night one.
Wood's arsenal consists of a fastball that sits in the 94-96 mph range. It’s a freak pitch that averages 17 inches of IVB, over 9 inches of arm side run thrown from a 5.5 release with above average extension. You won’t be surprised to read that it was a whiff machine in 2025. It's complimented by a pair of breakers, a curveball with plenty of drop and a solid average slider. There's also a changeup there to make up a four pitch mix.
Wood's surface numbers don't look great in 2025 in a 37.2 inning sample, but what's under the hood looks mighty impressive. It's a 3.82 ERA with a 2.06 FIP, a 46% strikeout rate, and a measly 4.6% walk rate. Wood has a history of shoulder issues. If he remains healthy, he could be one of the fastest moving arms in this class and is starting to look like a profile who may push his way into the teens on night one.
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18
SS
Marek Houston
21
6'3
190
R/R
Wake Forest
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Houston was an unheralded recruit who started immediately for Wake Forest as a freshman, locking up the shortstop position. If you watch him play defense, it's easy to see why. It's plus defense at shortstop, with good lateral quickness, soft hands, a great internal clock and a plus arm combining for a complete offensive profile. He's 1B to Billy Carlson's 1A defensively for shortstops in this class.
There's plenty to like in the offensive profile, too. It's a hit over power profile, headlined by strong bat-to-ball metrics and a history of walking more than he strikes out wherever he plays, including an excellent stint on the Cape after the 2024 season.
The ceiling for Houston hinges on what you think of the power. For much of his collegiate career, it's been absent (35 grade). In 2025, he's off to a more impactful start, almost matching his career high in home runs through non-conference play. The exit velocities (~104 mph) suggest that it might not be real, despite Houston adding 20 pounds of good weight in advance of the 2025 season.
Houston's power numbers (under the hood) didn't really hold up in ACC play. He finished the season with a .354/.458/.597 (1.055) line with 15 home runs and identical 15.4% strikeout and walk rates. Even so, it's above average hit and run, with plus defense and a plus arm at shortstop. He's a first half of the first round type guy in this class.
There's plenty to like in the offensive profile, too. It's a hit over power profile, headlined by strong bat-to-ball metrics and a history of walking more than he strikes out wherever he plays, including an excellent stint on the Cape after the 2024 season.
The ceiling for Houston hinges on what you think of the power. For much of his collegiate career, it's been absent (35 grade). In 2025, he's off to a more impactful start, almost matching his career high in home runs through non-conference play. The exit velocities (~104 mph) suggest that it might not be real, despite Houston adding 20 pounds of good weight in advance of the 2025 season.
Houston's power numbers (under the hood) didn't really hold up in ACC play. He finished the season with a .354/.458/.597 (1.055) line with 15 home runs and identical 15.4% strikeout and walk rates. Even so, it's above average hit and run, with plus defense and a plus arm at shortstop. He's a first half of the first round type guy in this class.
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19
SS
Daniel Pierce
18
6'1
185
R/R
Mill Creek HS, GA
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Daniel Pierce is a right-handed hitting prep shortstop prospect out of Georgia, committed to the University of Georgia. He's one of the more polished defensive shortstop prospects in the class with smooth actions, quick lateral movement, and a plus arm that can make all the throws needed to stick there long term.
The bat isn't yet as loud as some of the supplementary tools. It's solid bat-to-ball and pure hitting skills, with a good eye and approach at the plate. A drafting organization will be betting his hit tool develops to, at worst, above average. At present, the power is fringy. Pierce is a plus runner too, adding more avenues to accrue value for a drafting team. The ceiling will be determined by how the bat develops, but this is a slam dunk pro shortstop profile.
The bat isn't yet as loud as some of the supplementary tools. It's solid bat-to-ball and pure hitting skills, with a good eye and approach at the plate. A drafting organization will be betting his hit tool develops to, at worst, above average. At present, the power is fringy. Pierce is a plus runner too, adding more avenues to accrue value for a drafting team. The ceiling will be determined by how the bat develops, but this is a slam dunk pro shortstop profile.
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20
SS
Wehiwa Aloy
21
6'2
200
R/R
Arkansas
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Aloy came to Arkansas by way of Sacramento State, where he bagged WAC freshman of the year in 2023. He put together a strong first season for the Razorbacks, smacking 14 home runs on his way to an .841 OPS. He followed that up with an incandescent stretch on the Cape, clubbing 8 home runs and posting a .994 OPS in 21 games for Yarmouth.
Aloy has good bat speed and legit pop, especially to the pull side. He's typically been a hyper aggressive hitter with some swing and miss in his profile. He’s susceptible to spin and off-speed pitches in general, with a few holes in his swing. He's tamped down some of the noise in his operation in 2025. He sets up quietly at the plate, with a neutral stance and a toe tap timing mechanism. The expansive chase rate is a concern, and he'll have to continue to sure up his defense to stick at shortstop as a pro.
In 2025, he carried over his incredible Cape stretch into the college season, cutting into his strikeout rate and putting up massive slugging numbers, while showing much improved defense at shortstop, ultimately winning the Golden Spikes. He finished the season with a .350/.434/.673 (1.107) line with 21 home runs, a 10.3 BB%, and a little-too-high 20.6% strikeout rate. The hit tool will determine his value, ultimately, but it's one of the higher ceilings in the college class.
Aloy has good bat speed and legit pop, especially to the pull side. He's typically been a hyper aggressive hitter with some swing and miss in his profile. He’s susceptible to spin and off-speed pitches in general, with a few holes in his swing. He's tamped down some of the noise in his operation in 2025. He sets up quietly at the plate, with a neutral stance and a toe tap timing mechanism. The expansive chase rate is a concern, and he'll have to continue to sure up his defense to stick at shortstop as a pro.
In 2025, he carried over his incredible Cape stretch into the college season, cutting into his strikeout rate and putting up massive slugging numbers, while showing much improved defense at shortstop, ultimately winning the Golden Spikes. He finished the season with a .350/.434/.673 (1.107) line with 21 home runs, a 10.3 BB%, and a little-too-high 20.6% strikeout rate. The hit tool will determine his value, ultimately, but it's one of the higher ceilings in the college class.
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21
SS/RHP
Josh Hammond
18
6'1
210
R/R
Wesleyan Academy, NC
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Hammond is a two-way prospect out of North Carolina, committed to Wake Forest. He's athletic with a good frame and gets into his lower half well with a lot of rotation in his wind up. Stuff wise, it's a fastball that's been up to 95 mph with good life. Hammond has a low 80s sweeper that has a ton of horizontal movement, and a changeup that already exhibits some fade. While it was an intriguing profile on the mound, Hammond's focus is now as a position player.
As a shortstop, Hammond has good actions and a plus arm. There's good raw and excellent bat speed in an offensive profile that’s currently buoyed more by power than a feel to hit. He's improved his approach at the platethis spring and now represents another intriguing prep infield profile that could develop into a strong hit/power combo. While Hammond likely won’t stick at shortstop, the plus arm and power oriented offensive profile lend themselves to third base. Hammond is one of the better athletes in the prep class.
As a shortstop, Hammond has good actions and a plus arm. There's good raw and excellent bat speed in an offensive profile that’s currently buoyed more by power than a feel to hit. He's improved his approach at the platethis spring and now represents another intriguing prep infield profile that could develop into a strong hit/power combo. While Hammond likely won’t stick at shortstop, the plus arm and power oriented offensive profile lend themselves to third base. Hammond is one of the better athletes in the prep class.
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22
3B
Xavier Neyens
18
6'4
200
L/R
Mount Vernon HS, WA
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Neyens and Ethan Holliday have some similarities in their profiles, for me. Big power, some questions around the hit tool, and a lack of certainty over their long-term defensive home.
Neyens hails from the Pacific Northwest and has some of the best raw power in the class. There's still more strength to hang on the frame, too. He starts with a high handset and a wide base. There's a fairly substantial leg kick into a long levered swing with serious bat speed. Neyens boasts a good approach at the plate too. He'll take plenty of walks but can be borderline passive, at times. There is some swing and miss in the profile too, particularly against breaking pitches. This will be an area to monitor this spring.
While he's not a great runner, Neyens is a good mover. It's a plus arm that should at least give him a chance to stick at third base as a pro. If he can navigate some of the swing and miss concerns in the profile, it could be a monster offensive profile when it's all said and done.
Neyens hails from the Pacific Northwest and has some of the best raw power in the class. There's still more strength to hang on the frame, too. He starts with a high handset and a wide base. There's a fairly substantial leg kick into a long levered swing with serious bat speed. Neyens boasts a good approach at the plate too. He'll take plenty of walks but can be borderline passive, at times. There is some swing and miss in the profile too, particularly against breaking pitches. This will be an area to monitor this spring.
While he's not a great runner, Neyens is a good mover. It's a plus arm that should at least give him a chance to stick at third base as a pro. If he can navigate some of the swing and miss concerns in the profile, it could be a monster offensive profile when it's all said and done.
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OF
Jace Laviolette
21
6'6
230
L/L
Texas A&M
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Laviolette was one of the preseason favorites to go number one overall coming off the back of a monster '24 season in which he put up a 1.175 OPS and hit 29 bombs in 68 games for a deep Aggies lineup.
Laviolette is upright and quiet in the box, with a slightly open stance and an efficient load that gives way to some serious bat speed. Laviolette ran a 109 mph EV90 in 2024 (max 116 mph) to go with a 92nd percentile chase rate (17%). He's a borderline passive hitter with some swing and miss in the profile (21.2% IZ-Whiff%). That could be a dangerous combination as he enters pro ball.
Defensively, it's not a centerfield profile for me. He's made improvements defensively but it's just an average arm better suited to a corner. This is a power-reliant corner profile already maximizing his pulled batted-ball events.
Laviolette's 2025 went about as bad as it possibly could. Other than an incredible 21.8 BB%, everything took a step backwards. He finished with a 120 wRC+ and was much less productive than 2024. He's fallen to late first round ranking by consensus as a result.
Laviolette is upright and quiet in the box, with a slightly open stance and an efficient load that gives way to some serious bat speed. Laviolette ran a 109 mph EV90 in 2024 (max 116 mph) to go with a 92nd percentile chase rate (17%). He's a borderline passive hitter with some swing and miss in the profile (21.2% IZ-Whiff%). That could be a dangerous combination as he enters pro ball.
Defensively, it's not a centerfield profile for me. He's made improvements defensively but it's just an average arm better suited to a corner. This is a power-reliant corner profile already maximizing his pulled batted-ball events.
Laviolette's 2025 went about as bad as it possibly could. Other than an incredible 21.8 BB%, everything took a step backwards. He finished with a 120 wRC+ and was much less productive than 2024. He's fallen to late first round ranking by consensus as a result.
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24
OF
Brendan Summerhill
21
6'3
205
L/R
Arizona
DOWN
In a draft class that lacks well rounded impact college bats, Brendan Summerhill might be a sweet spot where skill, track record, and draft spot meet. Summerhill is a left-handed hitting outfielder who was productive in 2024. He posted a .950 OPS to go with 8 home runs (32 extra base hits) in addition to 31 walks and 36 strikeouts in 58 games. He backed this up with a strong summer on the Cape (.798 OPS).
Summerhill has a well developed offensive skill set. His EV90 (104 mph) and Max EV (110 mph) were both around 75th percentile in D1 baseball, and he's already maximizing pulled batted ball events. Summerhill backs up solid impact with strong bat-to-ball skills. A 86% contact rate and 83rd percentile in zone whiff percentage are further buoyed by excellent out of zone contact, and the fact that Summerhill doesn't chase too much (64th percentile).
The remaining questions in 2025 are the efficacy of Summerhill as a defensive center fielder as a pro and how much power he can get to, as there seems to be more in the tank than he produced in 2024. He missed some time due to injury, and didn't answer the power question, for me. He hit .343/.459/.556 with 4 home runs (22 extra base hits), a 17.4 BB%, 11.6 K%, and 137 wRC+ in 44 games. He's firmly a middle of the first round prospect for me.
Summerhill has a well developed offensive skill set. His EV90 (104 mph) and Max EV (110 mph) were both around 75th percentile in D1 baseball, and he's already maximizing pulled batted ball events. Summerhill backs up solid impact with strong bat-to-ball skills. A 86% contact rate and 83rd percentile in zone whiff percentage are further buoyed by excellent out of zone contact, and the fact that Summerhill doesn't chase too much (64th percentile).
The remaining questions in 2025 are the efficacy of Summerhill as a defensive center fielder as a pro and how much power he can get to, as there seems to be more in the tank than he produced in 2024. He missed some time due to injury, and didn't answer the power question, for me. He hit .343/.459/.556 with 4 home runs (22 extra base hits), a 17.4 BB%, 11.6 K%, and 137 wRC+ in 44 games. He's firmly a middle of the first round prospect for me.
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25
LHP/1B
Kruz Schoolcraft
18
6'8
215
L/L
Sunset HS, OR
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Remarkably, Schoolcraft won't be the only 6'8 left-handed starting pitching prospect in this draft class. What he will be, is the most famous and highest ranked.
The pacific northwest southpaw reclassified from a stacked 2026 class to 2025 and offers an easy to fall in love with profile. While he's currently a legitimate two-way player, most evaluators prefer him as a pitcher.
His arsenal has taken a step forward in recent months, particularly his secondary pitches. His fastball has been up to 97 mph from the left side, although it's a bit flat. His changeup is increasingly firm, maintaining ideal velocity separation from his fastball. There's an above average slider in the mix too, particularly tough on lefties given the angle he's coming from and how well he gets down the mound. It's a solid delivery and strike throwing operation for someone with such long limbs. There's present stuff and a ton of projection here.
The pacific northwest southpaw reclassified from a stacked 2026 class to 2025 and offers an easy to fall in love with profile. While he's currently a legitimate two-way player, most evaluators prefer him as a pitcher.
His arsenal has taken a step forward in recent months, particularly his secondary pitches. His fastball has been up to 97 mph from the left side, although it's a bit flat. His changeup is increasingly firm, maintaining ideal velocity separation from his fastball. There's an above average slider in the mix too, particularly tough on lefties given the angle he's coming from and how well he gets down the mound. It's a solid delivery and strike throwing operation for someone with such long limbs. There's present stuff and a ton of projection here.
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3B
Andrew Fischer
21
6'1
200
L/R
Tennessee
UP
Andrew Fischer is one of the more complete college hitting profiles in this class, having established a track record of performance and consistent improvement in both the ACC and SEC. A transfer from Ole' Miss to Tennessee, Fischer has a physical frame at 6' 1, 200 and an approach that's consistently improved throughout his time in college ball. He takes his walks, and strikes out an acceptable amount. There's a ton of bat speed and juice in the profile, Fisher had a 113 mph Max EV and a EV90 north of 106 mph in 2024.
Fischer has answered some questions about his hit tool so far in 2025. He's become more selective at the plate and cut into his strikeout rate significantly. He has an above average arm, but the speed and defense are lacking. The 2025 offensive production ameliorates some of the less exciting supplementary tools. Fischer finished with a .341/.497/.760 line with 25 home runs, an absurd 21.6 BB%, and a 14.4 K% he trimmed ~5% off from 2024.
Under the hood, Fischer doesn’t have a ton of holes in his swing. He rocked an average exit velocity, barrel rate, walk rate, and slugging percentage all at least in the 90th percentile in D1 baseball. His approach and his damage on contact is impressive. He’s one of the few college hitting profiles in this class I feel confident will mash at the next level.
Fischer has answered some questions about his hit tool so far in 2025. He's become more selective at the plate and cut into his strikeout rate significantly. He has an above average arm, but the speed and defense are lacking. The 2025 offensive production ameliorates some of the less exciting supplementary tools. Fischer finished with a .341/.497/.760 line with 25 home runs, an absurd 21.6 BB%, and a 14.4 K% he trimmed ~5% off from 2024.
Under the hood, Fischer doesn’t have a ton of holes in his swing. He rocked an average exit velocity, barrel rate, walk rate, and slugging percentage all at least in the 90th percentile in D1 baseball. His approach and his damage on contact is impressive. He’s one of the few college hitting profiles in this class I feel confident will mash at the next level.
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OF
Ethan Conrad
21
6'4
215
L/L
Wake Forest
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Conrad has been one of the most impactful 2025 transfers after making the jump from Marist to Wake Forest. Unfortunately his season was cut short after shoulder surgery limited him to just 21 games.
It's a big league frame at 6'3, 220. Conrad has a simple, repeatable left-handed swing that used to provide more gap-to-gap power, but has added some punch in the early going in 2025. Conrad hit 7 home runs in his first 21 games (approaching his college career high of 9). He tore up the Cape in a summer stint and runs and defends well for a prospect of his size.
It's average or better tools across the board for me. Conrad is a name who, between his Cape summer and smooth transition to a tougher level of college competition, has vaulted himself into first round range in a college class with few balance profiles. Indeed, it's a testament to his ability and perhaps the limited pool of college outfielders that his profile has held steady on boards since April. There's some work to do on the approach against spin/off-speed stuff, but the tools are average or better across the board.
It's a big league frame at 6'3, 220. Conrad has a simple, repeatable left-handed swing that used to provide more gap-to-gap power, but has added some punch in the early going in 2025. Conrad hit 7 home runs in his first 21 games (approaching his college career high of 9). He tore up the Cape in a summer stint and runs and defends well for a prospect of his size.
It's average or better tools across the board for me. Conrad is a name who, between his Cape summer and smooth transition to a tougher level of college competition, has vaulted himself into first round range in a college class with few balance profiles. Indeed, it's a testament to his ability and perhaps the limited pool of college outfielders that his profile has held steady on boards since April. There's some work to do on the approach against spin/off-speed stuff, but the tools are average or better across the board.
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OF
Slater De Brun
18
5'9
195
L/L
Summit HS, OR
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De Brun is another prospect who will give you clues about certain organizations' draft tendencies, namely, which teams will stay away from smaller statured players. Coming in at 5'10, 190, there's a little Slade Caldwell to the frame.
De Brun is a prepster from the pacific northwest currently committed to Vanderbilt. It's a compact, tight, left-handed swing with excellent bat-to-ball skills and a good eye and approach at the plate. De Brun has pace, too. It's easy plus speed, maybe a half grade more. That gives him good range in the outfield (despite a fringy arm) and makes him a menace on the base paths.
Time will tell whether he's able to add a half grade more power. For now, he's a table setter type profile with an above average hit tool and a great approach at the plate, whose speed aids his supplementary tools as well.
De Brun is a prepster from the pacific northwest currently committed to Vanderbilt. It's a compact, tight, left-handed swing with excellent bat-to-ball skills and a good eye and approach at the plate. De Brun has pace, too. It's easy plus speed, maybe a half grade more. That gives him good range in the outfield (despite a fringy arm) and makes him a menace on the base paths.
Time will tell whether he's able to add a half grade more power. For now, he's a table setter type profile with an above average hit tool and a great approach at the plate, whose speed aids his supplementary tools as well.
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OF
Devin Taylor
21
6'1
215
L/R
Indiana
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Taylor might be one of the few college bats in the '25 class who checks the hit/power combo satisfactorily. Taylor is a left-handed hitting corner outfield with an average arm and below average speed. In other words, that bat has to play. He put up monster numbers in his sophomore season for Indiana (20 HR, 1.109 OPS) and backed it up with a big Cape summer for Cotuit (5 HR, .907 OPS in 29 games).
There's serious bat speed here from the left side. Taylor does damage consistently (107 mph EV90). He finds the barrel with consistency and is already effective in maximizing pulled fly balls. There is some swing and miss in zone (15% in 2024), however, Taylor doesn't chase a ton (24% in 2024) and his bat-to-ball skills translate well out of the strike zone.
2025 was more of the same from Taylor. He hit .374/.494/.706 with 18 home runs, a 19.3 BB%, 11.2 K% and a 169 wRC+. His 112 mph MaxEV, .954 xOPS, and an AdjOPS of 1.200 underpin the quality of the offensive profile. He might have shown the most consistent improvement of any college bat in the class in three seasons at Indiana. This is the kind of profile that gets pushed up as the draft approaches.
There's serious bat speed here from the left side. Taylor does damage consistently (107 mph EV90). He finds the barrel with consistency and is already effective in maximizing pulled fly balls. There is some swing and miss in zone (15% in 2024), however, Taylor doesn't chase a ton (24% in 2024) and his bat-to-ball skills translate well out of the strike zone.
2025 was more of the same from Taylor. He hit .374/.494/.706 with 18 home runs, a 19.3 BB%, 11.2 K% and a 169 wRC+. His 112 mph MaxEV, .954 xOPS, and an AdjOPS of 1.200 underpin the quality of the offensive profile. He might have shown the most consistent improvement of any college bat in the class in three seasons at Indiana. This is the kind of profile that gets pushed up as the draft approaches.
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C
Caden Bodine
21
5'10
200
S/R
Coastal Carolina
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Caden Bodine is a switch-hitting catcher for Coastal Carolina who just hits. In 2024, he put up a .328/.411/.523 (.933) line with nine home runs (29 extra base hits), 31 walks, and just 23 strikeouts. Bodine sets up in an open stance with a slight crouch and a handset right above his shoulders. He has a pronounced barrel tip and a moderate leg kick into his swing. Make no mistake, this is one of the best hit tools in college baseball. Bodine has quick hands and outstanding bat-to-ball skills from both sides of the plate.
You’re not going to get as much offensive impact from Bodine. His 103.4 mph 90th percentile exit velocity is above average, but not by much (63rd percentile) and his 106.6 mph max exit velocity is just average. Bodine sprays the ball around the field from both sides of the plate. He’s not a pull heavy hitter currently (56th percentile pulled fly ball rate). What he does have is some of the best contact skills in college baseball. His overall contact rate of 89% is 95th percentile among college players, with an 88th percentile in zone whiff percentage and a 92nd percentile out of zone contact rate. He doesn’t chase much either (72nd percentile) and he performs from both sides of the plate.
If you’re a drafting team who sees adding strength and bat speed as an organizational player development strength and you believe in Bodine’s ability to stick behind the plate, he might be the option for you. He finished 2025 with a .318/.454/.461 line with 5 home runs (24 XBH), a 15 BB%, 7.7 K%, and a 136 wRC+.
Bodine has one of the best hit tools in college baseball. He’s got an ideal frame for catching. There’s a strong skill set in place behind the plate, too, particularly the receiving game.
You’re not going to get as much offensive impact from Bodine. His 103.4 mph 90th percentile exit velocity is above average, but not by much (63rd percentile) and his 106.6 mph max exit velocity is just average. Bodine sprays the ball around the field from both sides of the plate. He’s not a pull heavy hitter currently (56th percentile pulled fly ball rate). What he does have is some of the best contact skills in college baseball. His overall contact rate of 89% is 95th percentile among college players, with an 88th percentile in zone whiff percentage and a 92nd percentile out of zone contact rate. He doesn’t chase much either (72nd percentile) and he performs from both sides of the plate.
If you’re a drafting team who sees adding strength and bat speed as an organizational player development strength and you believe in Bodine’s ability to stick behind the plate, he might be the option for you. He finished 2025 with a .318/.454/.461 line with 5 home runs (24 XBH), a 15 BB%, 7.7 K%, and a 136 wRC+.
Bodine has one of the best hit tools in college baseball. He’s got an ideal frame for catching. There’s a strong skill set in place behind the plate, too, particularly the receiving game.
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C
Jaden Fauske
18
6'1
200
L/R
Nazareth Academy HS, IL
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Jaden Fauske is likely to be the first prep catcher off the board in July. The Illinois based, LSU commit hits from the left side in what is currently a hit over power profile. Fauske checks a lot of boxes offensively. He has good bat-to-ball skills. While his power is currently mostly to the pull side, he has good bat speed, indicating more in-game power may be on the way. On top of all this, Fauske has a good track record against some of the better high school competition in the country.
Fauske has played in the outfield often recently. If a team is convicted he can stick at catcher, he's a likely top 50 pick. He might be a tough sign away from LSU if he remains in that range on boards. High school catching remains one of the most challenging demographics to prognosticate.
Fauske has played in the outfield often recently. If a team is convicted he can stick at catcher, he's a likely top 50 pick. He might be a tough sign away from LSU if he remains in that range on boards. High school catching remains one of the most challenging demographics to prognosticate.
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RHP
Riley Quick
21
6'6
250
R/R
Alabama
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Quick is another riser in the 2025 cycle on the pitching side. A physically imposing frame at 6 '6, 250, the stuff and the results are starting to come together for the Alabama righty after recovering from TJ surgery.
Quick's fastball is a sinker that sits in the mid-90s. He can reach back for 98 mph. It generated a ground ball rate north of 60% in 2024 and it's easy to see why, with the pitch creating 20 inches or so of run. Quick has a relatively low release height for his size. He mixes in a sweeper which is already above average and could be plus in time. His changeup, like his sinker, gets a ton of horizontal break.
Quick delivery is relatively consistent for such a physical pitcher. It's easy to see him carrying a significant workload as a pro if he can stay healthy. Despite the size and stuff, Quick hasn’t missed the amount of bats you’d like to see. In 2025, he finished with a 3.49 FIP, 25.9 K%, and 8.9 BB% in 62 IP. If the right organization gets him, you can see him being a tweak or two away from being a monster.
Quick's fastball is a sinker that sits in the mid-90s. He can reach back for 98 mph. It generated a ground ball rate north of 60% in 2024 and it's easy to see why, with the pitch creating 20 inches or so of run. Quick has a relatively low release height for his size. He mixes in a sweeper which is already above average and could be plus in time. His changeup, like his sinker, gets a ton of horizontal break.
Quick delivery is relatively consistent for such a physical pitcher. It's easy to see him carrying a significant workload as a pro if he can stay healthy. Despite the size and stuff, Quick hasn’t missed the amount of bats you’d like to see. In 2025, he finished with a 3.49 FIP, 25.9 K%, and 8.9 BB% in 62 IP. If the right organization gets him, you can see him being a tweak or two away from being a monster.
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RHP
Patrick Forbes
21
6'3
220
R/R
Louisville
-
Forbes has been one of the biggest surprises (pleasant) at the midpoint of the 2025 college season. His stuff has taken a jump forward and he's one of a number of up arrow college arms in this class.
It's a great frame at 6'3, 220 with a fastball that sits 94-96 mph from a low release. It's been as high as 98 mph. Forbes has a sweeper he throws in the high 70s-low 80s. There's plenty of horizontal break on that pitch, he'll need to firm it up some when he turns pro. He throws a changeup too, which has looked promising, although it could use a little more velocity separation from his fastball.
Forbes 2025 has been impressive. It's also noteworthy that he was previously a two-way player and as such, hasn't focused solely on pitching for that long. The frame and stuff is there for a pitching savvy organization to have success with. He finished 2025 with a 3.09 FIP, a 36.7 K%, and a 10.7 BB%. It’s electric arm talent.
It's a great frame at 6'3, 220 with a fastball that sits 94-96 mph from a low release. It's been as high as 98 mph. Forbes has a sweeper he throws in the high 70s-low 80s. There's plenty of horizontal break on that pitch, he'll need to firm it up some when he turns pro. He throws a changeup too, which has looked promising, although it could use a little more velocity separation from his fastball.
Forbes 2025 has been impressive. It's also noteworthy that he was previously a two-way player and as such, hasn't focused solely on pitching for that long. The frame and stuff is there for a pitching savvy organization to have success with. He finished 2025 with a 3.09 FIP, a 36.7 K%, and a 10.7 BB%. It’s electric arm talent.
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Sean Gamble
19
6'1
190
L/R
IMG Academy
UP
Gamble is a native Iowan who attends IMG Academy in Florida and has one of the best combinations of tools and athleticism in the prep class. The Vanderbilt committed left-handed hitter has cut down on some length in his swing and combines good bat speed with barrel adjustability to be able to leverage the whole field offensively.
Defensively, it's to be determined where his best position will be. It could be centerfield, where his speed and athleticism plays. Gamble also has experience in the infield and could likely handle second or third base as a pro. Either way, Gamble is a legit power/speed threat who likely won't last too long in July.
Defensively, it's to be determined where his best position will be. It could be centerfield, where his speed and athleticism plays. Gamble also has experience in the infield and could likely handle second or third base as a pro. Either way, Gamble is a legit power/speed threat who likely won't last too long in July.
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Luke Stevenson
21
6'1
210
L/R
North Carolina
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Stevenson is another intriguing draft-eligible sophomore eligible in 2025. He produced on an exciting Tar Heels squad in 2024, hitting .284/.420/.535 (.955) with almost as many walks (48) as strikeouts (55). Stevenson showed plenty of impact with the bat, too. He swatted 14 home runs (24 extra base hits) and drew positive reviews for a well-rounded skill set behind the dish, with a plus arm, ever-improving receiving, and solid pop times (1.9-1.95 seconds). Stevenson has a simple setup and operation in the batter's box. It’s a medium high handset and a quiet load that gets him to good bat speed with consistency.
Stevenson was impressive in doing consistent damage at the plate in 2024. His 106.4 mph 90th percentile exit velocity with 89th percentile in D1 (max 112.2 mph), his hard hit rate was 84th percentile, and his .397 xWOBA was 87th percentile, speaking to his ability to consistently get the fat part of the bat on the baseball. He also has a feel for getting out in front of the baseball (91st percentile pulled fly ball rate). There is some swing and miss to Stevenson’s game. His 18.5% in zone whiff rate was 23rd percentile and he struggled to make contact out of the strike zone (16th percentile). Thankfully for Stevenson, he makes good swing decisions, evidenced by a 90th percentile chase rate (17.8%).
2025 was a disappointing season from Stevenson. He hit .251/.414/.552 with 19 home runs, a 114 wRC+, a 20.3 BB% and an increased 24.1 K%. The power, approach and catching skill set are there, but there’s warranted concern about the hit tool.
Stevenson was impressive in doing consistent damage at the plate in 2024. His 106.4 mph 90th percentile exit velocity with 89th percentile in D1 (max 112.2 mph), his hard hit rate was 84th percentile, and his .397 xWOBA was 87th percentile, speaking to his ability to consistently get the fat part of the bat on the baseball. He also has a feel for getting out in front of the baseball (91st percentile pulled fly ball rate). There is some swing and miss to Stevenson’s game. His 18.5% in zone whiff rate was 23rd percentile and he struggled to make contact out of the strike zone (16th percentile). Thankfully for Stevenson, he makes good swing decisions, evidenced by a 90th percentile chase rate (17.8%).
2025 was a disappointing season from Stevenson. He hit .251/.414/.552 with 19 home runs, a 114 wRC+, a 20.3 BB% and an increased 24.1 K%. The power, approach and catching skill set are there, but there’s warranted concern about the hit tool.
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OF
Cam Cannarella
21
6'0
180
L/R
Clemson
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You're getting good athleticism and some excellent tools if you take Cam Cannarella, who put together a memorable postseason performance for Clemson in 2024 playing through injury and averaged a 1.000 OPS through his first two seasons for the Tigers.
A left-handed hitting center fielder, Cannarella has an open stance and a medium-high handset that gives way to a bit of a noisy swing. He's on time with consistency and has a knack for finding the barrel, though with an excellent 51% HardHit% in his sophomore season. In 2024, his 90.6 mph Avg EV was 82nd percentile in D1. There's less impact there than some other names at the top of the board, with a 102.9 mph EV90 being good not great. He'll chase some, but the bat-to-ball skill, particularly in zone (9.1% IZ-Whiff%) are excellent. Defensively, it's a sure centerfield profile with plus speed and good route running. The arm is fringy but he should be a plus defender in center. He finished 2025 with a 134 wRC+, a 17.8 BB%, and a 14.4 K% in 61 games.
Cannarella is a tough eval, as it's two below average tools, but we're talking about three above average to plus tools at a premium defensive position. He's a back end of the first round type profile, for me.
A left-handed hitting center fielder, Cannarella has an open stance and a medium-high handset that gives way to a bit of a noisy swing. He's on time with consistency and has a knack for finding the barrel, though with an excellent 51% HardHit% in his sophomore season. In 2024, his 90.6 mph Avg EV was 82nd percentile in D1. There's less impact there than some other names at the top of the board, with a 102.9 mph EV90 being good not great. He'll chase some, but the bat-to-ball skill, particularly in zone (9.1% IZ-Whiff%) are excellent. Defensively, it's a sure centerfield profile with plus speed and good route running. The arm is fringy but he should be a plus defender in center. He finished 2025 with a 134 wRC+, a 17.8 BB%, and a 14.4 K% in 61 games.
Cannarella is a tough eval, as it's two below average tools, but we're talking about three above average to plus tools at a premium defensive position. He's a back end of the first round type profile, for me.
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LHP
Zach Root
21
6'2
210
L/L
Arkansas
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After two seasons at East Carolina, Root transferred to Arkansas and posted consistently through the 2025 season. He's a more unusual college pitching profile as his current value is dependent on a high-quality and diverse arsenal of secondary pitches. Root throws from the left side and has a funky delivery. He hides the ball behind his head, turning so forcefully that his left throwing shoulder is almost facing the batter as he winds up.
His fastball sits in the low 90s but has been as high as 96-97 mph. Despite the solid velocity, it doesn't have great shape and doesn't miss a ton of bats. Root has a ton of interesting secondary pitches. His changeup is exceptional and his slider is above average too, the changeup generating plenty of arm side movement. Root finished 2025 with a 2.91 FIP in 99.1 IP, a 30 K%, and 8.3 BB%.
You don't see many lefties with such a well developed, diversified arsenal pre-draft. Root performed consistently in SEC play. He's cementing himself as a day one arm.
His fastball sits in the low 90s but has been as high as 96-97 mph. Despite the solid velocity, it doesn't have great shape and doesn't miss a ton of bats. Root has a ton of interesting secondary pitches. His changeup is exceptional and his slider is above average too, the changeup generating plenty of arm side movement. Root finished 2025 with a 2.91 FIP in 99.1 IP, a 30 K%, and 8.3 BB%.
You don't see many lefties with such a well developed, diversified arsenal pre-draft. Root performed consistently in SEC play. He's cementing himself as a day one arm.
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SS
Alex Lodise
21
6'1
190
R/R
Florida State
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Alex Lodise, along with Mason Neville, have cases for the best breakouts in college baseball in 2025. He was on an incandescent heater for most of the 2025 season for Florida State, which resulted in being named one of three finalists for the Golden Spikes award.
It’s a hyper aggressive approach in a profile that’s carried by his power. Lodise excels doing damage on contact, with a EV90 of around 108 mph and a 95th percentile hard hit rate. There are some warts here. Lodise swings at everything. He chases too much and there’s some swing and miss in his game. The latter can be ameliorated by a drafting organization that can help him reign in his approach just a tick. There’s good bat speed, present pull side power and emerging defensive skill that gives him at least a solid shot of sticking at shortstop long term.
Lodise finished 2025 with a .394/.462/.705 (1.167) line with 17 home runs (38 extra base hits) and a 153 wRC+, while walking 9.3% of the time and striking out at a 20% clip. He’s vaulted himself somewhere in the top 35 or so picks in July.
It’s a hyper aggressive approach in a profile that’s carried by his power. Lodise excels doing damage on contact, with a EV90 of around 108 mph and a 95th percentile hard hit rate. There are some warts here. Lodise swings at everything. He chases too much and there’s some swing and miss in his game. The latter can be ameliorated by a drafting organization that can help him reign in his approach just a tick. There’s good bat speed, present pull side power and emerging defensive skill that gives him at least a solid shot of sticking at shortstop long term.
Lodise finished 2025 with a .394/.462/.705 (1.167) line with 17 home runs (38 extra base hits) and a 153 wRC+, while walking 9.3% of the time and striking out at a 20% clip. He’s vaulted himself somewhere in the top 35 or so picks in July.
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SS
Dean Curley
21
6'3
215
R/R
Tennessee
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It’s an efficient swing from Curley, who relies on quick hands and great rotation in a pretty right-handed stroke. A shoulder-high handset with some bat waggle gives way to a smooth load before a small step forward as he begins to unload. It’s generally a quiet operation in the box.
Curley’s offensive profile is driven by doing serious damage on contact. His 91.2 mph average exit velocity was 84th percentile in D1 baseball, with his 107.3 mph 90th percentile exit velocity (89th percentile), and 110.8 mph max exit velocity (81st percentile) putting him in the upper echelon of power hitters in this class. He’s also pulling fly balls at around a 31 percent clip, maximizing damage inflicting batted ball events.
While as a prep prospect some evaluators doubted his hit tool, there’s strong foundations in place there, too. Curley’s overall 80.4 percent contact rate is solid-to-good, this improves to ~88% in zone. You won’t be able to sneak fastballs past Curley, even at velocity, he does damage against them. There is still some swing and miss to his game, though. Curley swung and missed 12 percent of the time in the strike zone, which is good, not great (60th percentile). Out of the strike zone, his 63 percent contact rate was just average.
It’s notable that Curley is allowing pitchers to get leveraged counts against him too often. His 37 percent swing percentage is low. That’s not a bad thing, in and of itself, unless we add some more context. Curley’s swing percentage in the strike zone is just 59 percent (12th percentile). In short, there are occasions where he’s allowing pitchers to get ahead too easily. What I’ll be watching for in 2025 is if Curley can be more aggressive swinging at pitches in the strike zone, particularly those over the heart of the plate. That will maximize his strength of hitting the ball hard and do damage on contact.
2025 was uneven for Curley and he finished poorly. He accrued a .315/.435/.531 line with 14 home runs, a 15.3 BB%, and a 16 K%.
Curley’s offensive profile is driven by doing serious damage on contact. His 91.2 mph average exit velocity was 84th percentile in D1 baseball, with his 107.3 mph 90th percentile exit velocity (89th percentile), and 110.8 mph max exit velocity (81st percentile) putting him in the upper echelon of power hitters in this class. He’s also pulling fly balls at around a 31 percent clip, maximizing damage inflicting batted ball events.
While as a prep prospect some evaluators doubted his hit tool, there’s strong foundations in place there, too. Curley’s overall 80.4 percent contact rate is solid-to-good, this improves to ~88% in zone. You won’t be able to sneak fastballs past Curley, even at velocity, he does damage against them. There is still some swing and miss to his game, though. Curley swung and missed 12 percent of the time in the strike zone, which is good, not great (60th percentile). Out of the strike zone, his 63 percent contact rate was just average.
It’s notable that Curley is allowing pitchers to get leveraged counts against him too often. His 37 percent swing percentage is low. That’s not a bad thing, in and of itself, unless we add some more context. Curley’s swing percentage in the strike zone is just 59 percent (12th percentile). In short, there are occasions where he’s allowing pitchers to get ahead too easily. What I’ll be watching for in 2025 is if Curley can be more aggressive swinging at pitches in the strike zone, particularly those over the heart of the plate. That will maximize his strength of hitting the ball hard and do damage on contact.
2025 was uneven for Curley and he finished poorly. He accrued a .315/.435/.531 line with 14 home runs, a 15.3 BB%, and a 16 K%.
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RHP
Anthony Eyanson
20
6'2
200
R/R
LSU
UP
Eyanson has checked so many boxes as a starter; solid track record at UCSD, a good performance for the US Collegiate National Team, a strong stint on the Cape. All that before shoving for LSU in what will be his lone season in the SEC prior to being drafted.
Eyanson has a good frame at 6'2, 200 and an easy, repeatable delivery. It's a fastball that sits in the 93-96 mph range typically with good riding life at the top of the zone. His slider has become a plus pitch. It sits in the low to mid 80s with a ton of drop and generates plenty of miss both in and out of the zone. There's a curveball with hood depth too, and a changeup, which is more of a developmental pitch. All of this is underpinned by really solid strike throwing.
Eyanson was a huge part of LSU’s stretch run in the CWS and along with Gage Wood is one of the sharpest late season risers among college starting pitching profiles. He finished the season with a 2.49 FIP, 33.9 K%, and a 8 BB%.
Eyanson has a good frame at 6'2, 200 and an easy, repeatable delivery. It's a fastball that sits in the 93-96 mph range typically with good riding life at the top of the zone. His slider has become a plus pitch. It sits in the low to mid 80s with a ton of drop and generates plenty of miss both in and out of the zone. There's a curveball with hood depth too, and a changeup, which is more of a developmental pitch. All of this is underpinned by really solid strike throwing.
Eyanson was a huge part of LSU’s stretch run in the CWS and along with Gage Wood is one of the sharpest late season risers among college starting pitching profiles. He finished the season with a 2.49 FIP, 33.9 K%, and a 8 BB%.
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SS
Ryan Mitchell
18
6'0
180
L/R
Houston HS, TN
UP
Mitchell is yet another well rounded prep shortstop in a class loaded with them. A left-handed hitter out of Tennessee, it's a good frame ideally suited to the position with the possibility of adding a bit more strength. At the plate, Mitchell sets up with a high hand set. It's a quick, direct swing underpinning an offensive profile that is a solid hit/power combo, with strong bat-to-ball skills the current carrying skill. There's good awareness of the strike zone, to boot.
It's average foot speed for Mitchell but he moves well, with good lateral quickness, a smooth glove, and an above average arm giving him a good shot to stick at the position in the medium to long term. This is another strong prep shortstop profile.
It's average foot speed for Mitchell but he moves well, with good lateral quickness, a smooth glove, and an above average arm giving him a good shot to stick at the position in the medium to long term. This is another strong prep shortstop profile.
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RHP
Aaron Watson
18
6'5
205
R/R
Trinity Christian Academy, FL
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Watson is an up arrow prep right hander due to a mix of pitchability, frame, and developing stuff. He has a big league frame with projection left at 6'5, 210. It's a smooth, fluid delivery which he repeats well. He can throw each of his offerings for strikes and his fastball, in particular, he can command well.
The heater has a ton of sink to it and sits 92-94 mph. You can see more velocity coming down the road. There's two breakers, a slider in the low 80s which could be firmed up and a high 70s curveball, in addition to a split change which he uses sparingly. This is currently a pitchability over stuff profile for now but it's easy to dream on what the future might bring given the delivery and the frame. Watson is committed to Florida but is now a T50 type profile which means he might not get there.
The heater has a ton of sink to it and sits 92-94 mph. You can see more velocity coming down the road. There's two breakers, a slider in the low 80s which could be firmed up and a high 70s curveball, in addition to a split change which he uses sparingly. This is currently a pitchability over stuff profile for now but it's easy to dream on what the future might bring given the delivery and the frame. Watson is committed to Florida but is now a T50 type profile which means he might not get there.
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OF
Mason Neville
21
6'3
200
L/L
Oregon
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Neville is one of the biggest risers this spring on the college side. The former two-way prospect made it to campus at Arkansas, before transferring to Oregon ahead of the 2024 season. In 2025, he made significant steps forward at the plate, particularly with his approach, leading to better quality of contact.
Neville made strides across the board with his offensive profile and rivaled Alex Lodise for the best offensive breakout in college baseball. He walked 18.9% of the time and cut his strikeout rate by ~10%. Even so, it’s still elevated with some swing and miss and chase to his game, especially against secondary offerings (23.6 K% in 2025). Neville finished the season with a .290/.429/.724 line with 26 home runs in what shaped into a three true outcomes profile in 2025.
The supplementary tools are good too. It's above average across the board with the foot speed, glove, and arm. Neville has manned all three outfield spots for the Ducks, and looks the part of a capable center fielder at the next level.
Neville made strides across the board with his offensive profile and rivaled Alex Lodise for the best offensive breakout in college baseball. He walked 18.9% of the time and cut his strikeout rate by ~10%. Even so, it’s still elevated with some swing and miss and chase to his game, especially against secondary offerings (23.6 K% in 2025). Neville finished the season with a .290/.429/.724 line with 26 home runs in what shaped into a three true outcomes profile in 2025.
The supplementary tools are good too. It's above average across the board with the foot speed, glove, and arm. Neville has manned all three outfield spots for the Ducks, and looks the part of a capable center fielder at the next level.
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LHP
Jack Bauer
18
6'4
185
L/L
Lincoln Way East HS, IL
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Bauer went viral recently, hitting 101 mph six times and 102 mph once in a recent outing. That’s rare arm talent for the 6’4 Illinois lefty and flipped Mississippi State commit. Bauer’s fastball is a legit 70 grade pitch, it’ll sit 97 mph from a low launch. That’s already a velocity pop from the fall and he’s got two other interesting pitches too. He shows an affinity for spin, his slider will sit 81-84 mph with 3,000 rpms of spin. There’s a changeup too, that sits 85-88 mph with some good fade, but it’s a tertiary pitch at the moment. Bauer has a long arm stroke that sometimes takes him offline and impedes his strike throwing. The control and command is a major work in progress and the type of challenge that will likely push him to Comp A. There’s significant work ahead in developing consistent strike throwing, but If he can get more consistent with his control, the sky's the limit.
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OF
Charles Davalan
21
5'8
170
L/R
Arkansas
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Davalan is an undersized Canadian born transfer from FGCU. The headline here is outstanding bat-to-ball skills, but everything has taken a step forward this season for Arkansas and he’s helped buoy a much-improved Razorbacks offense.
He’s a solid athlete, with good strength despite a smaller frame. It’s a wide base in the box with solid bat speed. Davalan adjusted his approach some this season, chasing a bit less and swinging in-zone a bit more. In addition to helping his on base numbers, it’s allowed Davalan to access more offensive impact, posting batted ball events north of 110 mph in 2025. He finished the season with a .346/.433/.561 line with 14 home runs, and a 121 wRC+ while walking 11% of the time and striking out just 8.5%. This is an unusual profile, carried by a really good hit tool. Several teams will be interested given his improvements against stiffer competition.
He’s a solid athlete, with good strength despite a smaller frame. It’s a wide base in the box with solid bat speed. Davalan adjusted his approach some this season, chasing a bit less and swinging in-zone a bit more. In addition to helping his on base numbers, it’s allowed Davalan to access more offensive impact, posting batted ball events north of 110 mph in 2025. He finished the season with a .346/.433/.561 line with 14 home runs, and a 121 wRC+ while walking 11% of the time and striking out just 8.5%. This is an unusual profile, carried by a really good hit tool. Several teams will be interested given his improvements against stiffer competition.
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RHP
JB Middleton
21
6'0
180
R/R
Southern Miss
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Middleton is an undersized right-handed pitcher out of Southern Miss who was largely used as a reliever in his first two seasons before transitioning to a full time starter in 2025, with outstanding results. It's a fastball that will sit 93-95 mph but can be cranked up to 97 mph with solid ride at the top of the zone. Middleton also has a complimentary gyro type slider that he throws hard in the high 80s which generates plenty of whiffs. Finally there's a changeup, a pitch that exclusively deployed against lefties and is possibly a little too firm given his fastball velo.
While Middleton isn't facing the stiffest competition in the country, he's posted consistently throughout 2025. He managed a 29.4 K% and a walk rate of around 6% with a 2.90 FIP in 105.1 innings of work. His ceiling will be dictated by how much a team feels like they can tweak the arsenal and continue to add velo.
While Middleton isn't facing the stiffest competition in the country, he's posted consistently throughout 2025. He managed a 29.4 K% and a walk rate of around 6% with a 2.90 FIP in 105.1 innings of work. His ceiling will be dictated by how much a team feels like they can tweak the arsenal and continue to add velo.
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SS/OF
Tate Southisene
18
5'11
180
R/R
Basic HS, NV
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If the name Southisene sounds familiar, it's because Tate's older brother, Ty was a fourth round pick ($1 million) of the Cubs in 2024. Tate is more physical (at 5'11 so take that for what it's worth). It's a little bit of a noisy swing and Tate might not have quite as good a pure hit tool as Ty, but it's much more power and a better on base percentage and overall approach at the same age.
The supplementary tools are good, too. Tate has clocked plus run times, and will likely settle into above average speed. There's an above average arm too, and a glove that has spent time both in the infield and in the outfield. While there isn't a standout tool here, there's also nothing below average, so it's likely a top 50 profile that could lend itself equally well to somewhere on the dirt or an outfield spot.
The supplementary tools are good, too. Tate has clocked plus run times, and will likely settle into above average speed. There's an above average arm too, and a glove that has spent time both in the infield and in the outfield. While there isn't a standout tool here, there's also nothing below average, so it's likely a top 50 profile that could lend itself equally well to somewhere on the dirt or an outfield spot.
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RHP
Matthew Fisher
19
6'3
200
R/R
Evansville Memorial HS, IN
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Fisher will be older for the prep class, 19 on draft, so eligible again as a sophomore if he goes to Indiana, where he's the current headliner in the Hoosiers recruiting class.
A physical frame at 6'3, 200 pounds, Fisher has plenty of ingredients to like on the mound. His arsenal is carried by a cut and ride fastball he'll get up to 94 mph. It's easily his best pitch at the moment. Fisher has a sweepy slider, a curveball and a changeup for three secondary pitches to complement the explosive, high-spin fastball. While it's by no means a finished product, it's also good strike throwing in addition to a solid delivery. There's plenty of starter traits here in an arm that has been rising up boards all spring.
A physical frame at 6'3, 200 pounds, Fisher has plenty of ingredients to like on the mound. His arsenal is carried by a cut and ride fastball he'll get up to 94 mph. It's easily his best pitch at the moment. Fisher has a sweepy slider, a curveball and a changeup for three secondary pitches to complement the explosive, high-spin fastball. While it's by no means a finished product, it's also good strike throwing in addition to a solid delivery. There's plenty of starter traits here in an arm that has been rising up boards all spring.
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LHP
Cameron Appenzeller
18
6'5
190
L/L
Glenwood HS, IL
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In terms of frame and projection, there's a little Dasan Hill in Cameron Appenzeller. The latter is a 6'5, 190 pound left-hander out of Illinois, committed to Tennessee. His frame and operation point to plenty of projection if he can continue to add more good weight. It's a clean, repeatable delivery from the left side coming from a three quarter slot. Appenzeller gets good deception on his delivery with a slightly longer arm stroke and a relatively low release.
His fastball typically sits 88-92 mph but he can run it up to the mid 90s. It's likely he'll sit there long term. There's a good slider in the making. It's sharp with two plane break. Long term it will need to firm up, as it currently sits in the high 70s. Appenzeller has shown feel for a changeup with some fade to it.
There's development needed here, with the frame and the secondary pitches, but it's easy to see how Appenzeller is an enticing draft profile. There's plenty of starter traits here in one of the best projection lefties in this class.
His fastball typically sits 88-92 mph but he can run it up to the mid 90s. It's likely he'll sit there long term. There's a good slider in the making. It's sharp with two plane break. Long term it will need to firm up, as it currently sits in the high 70s. Appenzeller has shown feel for a changeup with some fade to it.
There's development needed here, with the frame and the secondary pitches, but it's easy to see how Appenzeller is an enticing draft profile. There's plenty of starter traits here in one of the best projection lefties in this class.
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RHP
Angel Cervantes
17
6'2
190
R/R
Warren HS, CA
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Cervantes is one of my favorite pitchers in this class, a pitchability prep right-hander who will be 17 years old on draft day. It's a smooth, repeatable delivery from the 6'2 righty, who, at a slender 190 pounds, has plenty of projection left.
In terms of arsenal, Cervantes fastball sits 90-92 mph and has touched 94 mph. It has plenty of ride and plays well at the top of the strike zone. His changeup is one of the better changeups in the entire draft class. It has a ton of fade and drop and falls off the table, a legitimate swing and miss pitch he knows how to deploy well.
There's work to do on the secondary pitches. He throws both a curveball and slider currently, with the shapes occasionally blurring. There's a really good feel for spin though. Both offerings regularly have excellent spin rates, an ability a pro organization will help him hone. Cervantes checks so many boxes for me; solid velocity, projection, a four pitch mix and an excellent mover on the mound. He's a top fifty pick.
In terms of arsenal, Cervantes fastball sits 90-92 mph and has touched 94 mph. It has plenty of ride and plays well at the top of the strike zone. His changeup is one of the better changeups in the entire draft class. It has a ton of fade and drop and falls off the table, a legitimate swing and miss pitch he knows how to deploy well.
There's work to do on the secondary pitches. He throws both a curveball and slider currently, with the shapes occasionally blurring. There's a really good feel for spin though. Both offerings regularly have excellent spin rates, an ability a pro organization will help him hone. Cervantes checks so many boxes for me; solid velocity, projection, a four pitch mix and an excellent mover on the mound. He's a top fifty pick.
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SS/OF
Quentin Young
18
6'5
215
R/R
Oaks Christian HS, CA
UP
At 6'5, 215, Quentin Young (nephew of Delmon and Dmitri) is a physical monster with a ton of projection in a super athletic frame. A right-handed hitter, there's a ton of raw power here, combined with some swing and miss concerns, particularly against off-speed stuff. It's a violent swing and aggressive approach at the plate that could be reigned in to get to a little more refinement with his swing decisions and control of at-bats. He's easily got a plus arm, and with infield and outfield experience that's likely a 3B/RF profile in time.
How the hit tool develops and the pitch recognition, in particular, will likely govern Young's ceiling. He's committed to LSU which may be a tough connection to break, depending on where he's taken.
How the hit tool develops and the pitch recognition, in particular, will likely govern Young's ceiling. He's committed to LSU which may be a tough connection to break, depending on where he's taken.
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OF
Max Belyeu
21
6'2
210
L/R
Texas
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The biggest strength of Belyeu’s profile is doing damage on contact. In 2024 Belyeu was 90th percentile or higher in D1 baseball for wOBA and expected damage. His 90th percentile exit velocity of 108 mph was 95th percentile, and his 112 mph max exit velocity was near the top of the scale in the college game. After launching 18 home runs (34 extra base hits) in 2024, Belyeu already has two home runs (five extra base hits) in his first six games of 2025. His power is particularly prevalent to the pull side.
Most outlets have graded Belyeu’s hit tool as average and that’s where there are some questions in the profile for me. Let’s start with the approach and swing decisions. Belyeu is a fairly aggressive swinger (44% swing% in 2024). He also tends to swing out of the zone a ton. In 2024, his chase rate was north of 30% (23rd percentile), a tendency that’s particularly prevalent against spin. While this is offset by a strong ability to make contact out of the strike zone, his propensity to chase is a consideration for drafting teams. There’s plenty of MLB organizations that have shown an ability to improve swing decisions; there’s work to be done there for Belyeu.
There’s also some questions around bat-to-ball skills. Belyeu’s overall contact rate in 2024 was ~77%, which is good, not great. His 15% whiff rate in-zone was pretty high, too. Belyeu certainly has a chance for an average hit tool. His 2025 season may well answer some of these small questions in his offensive profile. I’m simply contending that there are a few more nuances to monitor with his hit tool than have been raised around his draft profile thus far. Defensively, it is a more average set of tools. The glove is fine in the outfield, although his route running could use honing. The arm is around average. It’s likely a corner profile long term (left field).
Belyeu is bat-first corner profile with solid supplementary tools to guard his against some modest hit tool risk. If he can improve his swing decisions in 2025 and make even a small improvement in his bat-to-ball metrics, he’s an option for round one. If some of those challenges persist, I’d have him in the Comp A - round two range. For me, Belyeu is a microcosm of this class of college bats for me, plenty of impact with some opportunities to refine the hit tool
Belyeu finished with a .303/.410/.576 line with 9 home runs, a 13.5 BB%, and an elevated 25% strikeout rate. He missed significant time due to injury which has likely dimmed his draft stock some.
Most outlets have graded Belyeu’s hit tool as average and that’s where there are some questions in the profile for me. Let’s start with the approach and swing decisions. Belyeu is a fairly aggressive swinger (44% swing% in 2024). He also tends to swing out of the zone a ton. In 2024, his chase rate was north of 30% (23rd percentile), a tendency that’s particularly prevalent against spin. While this is offset by a strong ability to make contact out of the strike zone, his propensity to chase is a consideration for drafting teams. There’s plenty of MLB organizations that have shown an ability to improve swing decisions; there’s work to be done there for Belyeu.
There’s also some questions around bat-to-ball skills. Belyeu’s overall contact rate in 2024 was ~77%, which is good, not great. His 15% whiff rate in-zone was pretty high, too. Belyeu certainly has a chance for an average hit tool. His 2025 season may well answer some of these small questions in his offensive profile. I’m simply contending that there are a few more nuances to monitor with his hit tool than have been raised around his draft profile thus far. Defensively, it is a more average set of tools. The glove is fine in the outfield, although his route running could use honing. The arm is around average. It’s likely a corner profile long term (left field).
Belyeu is bat-first corner profile with solid supplementary tools to guard his against some modest hit tool risk. If he can improve his swing decisions in 2025 and make even a small improvement in his bat-to-ball metrics, he’s an option for round one. If some of those challenges persist, I’d have him in the Comp A - round two range. For me, Belyeu is a microcosm of this class of college bats for me, plenty of impact with some opportunities to refine the hit tool
Belyeu finished with a .303/.410/.576 line with 9 home runs, a 13.5 BB%, and an elevated 25% strikeout rate. He missed significant time due to injury which has likely dimmed his draft stock some.
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RHP
Marcus Phillips
21
6'4
250
R/R
Tennessee
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Marcus Phillips worked primarily as a reliever in his first two seasons at Tennessee before transitioning into a starting role in 2025.
The fastball is tough. He can get a run and ride heater up to 100 mph, sitting at 97 mph with good extension from a lower release height. His breaking pitch is a power slider, with good horizontal break, that he throws in the 88-92 mph range, something that pro teams will covet. There's also the makings of a good changeup, with a ton of horizontal break, but he throws it incredibly hard (92 mph) and there might not be enough velo separation from the fastball there.
In 2025 he struck out more hitters and walked less. The strike throwing had been a little spotty entering 2025. He finished the season with a 4.08 FIP, 27.3 K%, and a 9.5 BB%. It’s elite arm talent and nasty stuff, with command issues and reliever risk.
The fastball is tough. He can get a run and ride heater up to 100 mph, sitting at 97 mph with good extension from a lower release height. His breaking pitch is a power slider, with good horizontal break, that he throws in the 88-92 mph range, something that pro teams will covet. There's also the makings of a good changeup, with a ton of horizontal break, but he throws it incredibly hard (92 mph) and there might not be enough velo separation from the fastball there.
In 2025 he struck out more hitters and walked less. The strike throwing had been a little spotty entering 2025. He finished the season with a 4.08 FIP, 27.3 K%, and a 9.5 BB%. It’s elite arm talent and nasty stuff, with command issues and reliever risk.
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SS
Nicky Becker
18
6'3
180
R/R
Don Bosco Prep, NJ
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Becker's older brother, Eric, plays at Virginia, where Nicky is committed. A 6 '3, 180 pound right-handed hitting shortstop, there's a lot to link in the younger Becker's profile.
Becker starts in an open stance and has a rhythmic, right-handed swing. His offensive profile is buoyed by an excellent approach at the plate, he rarely chases. It's a hit tool underpinned by strong bat to ball skills and good bat speed. It's easy to dream on at least average power long term given the frame and current bat speed. It's plus speed, too. Becker is a fluid mover at shortstop and has a good shot to stick there long term. Despite a potentially difficult commitment to navigate, this is yet another well rounded prep shortstop profile in a draft class that seems to be littered with them.
Becker starts in an open stance and has a rhythmic, right-handed swing. His offensive profile is buoyed by an excellent approach at the plate, he rarely chases. It's a hit tool underpinned by strong bat to ball skills and good bat speed. It's easy to dream on at least average power long term given the frame and current bat speed. It's plus speed, too. Becker is a fluid mover at shortstop and has a good shot to stick there long term. Despite a potentially difficult commitment to navigate, this is yet another well rounded prep shortstop profile in a draft class that seems to be littered with them.
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OF
Brandon Compton
21
6'1
225
L/L
Arizona State
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Brandon Compton is a thickly built left-handed hitting outfielder out of Arizona State University, who has a corner outfield (left field) projection as a pro.
Compton had a great freshman season after redshirting post TJ surgery. He posted a 1.089 OPS with 14 bombs and a .661 SLG. He followed that up with a great stretch on the Cape, hitting .331/.414/.489 (.903) with 6 home runs in 38 games for Cotuit. Compton has great raw power that hasn't yet fully translated into his college game. He posts good exit velocities, underpinned by excellent bat speed and has a chance for plus power at the next level.
The supplementary tools leave something to be desired. It's not a great glove or speed in the outfield and the arm is average. There's swing and miss currently in his profile, with a 26 K% in 2024. His 2025 season highlighted his strengths and areas of growth. He finished with a .271/.379/.486 line with 9 home runs and a 99 wRC+, a little disappointing. Compton went on to put on a show at the Draft Combine, hitting 114 mph lasers all over the field and clocking upper 90s arms talent from the outfield. He’s a bit of an enigma, but the contact issues looming large for me.
Compton had a great freshman season after redshirting post TJ surgery. He posted a 1.089 OPS with 14 bombs and a .661 SLG. He followed that up with a great stretch on the Cape, hitting .331/.414/.489 (.903) with 6 home runs in 38 games for Cotuit. Compton has great raw power that hasn't yet fully translated into his college game. He posts good exit velocities, underpinned by excellent bat speed and has a chance for plus power at the next level.
The supplementary tools leave something to be desired. It's not a great glove or speed in the outfield and the arm is average. There's swing and miss currently in his profile, with a 26 K% in 2024. His 2025 season highlighted his strengths and areas of growth. He finished with a .271/.379/.486 line with 9 home runs and a 99 wRC+, a little disappointing. Compton went on to put on a show at the Draft Combine, hitting 114 mph lasers all over the field and clocking upper 90s arms talent from the outfield. He’s a bit of an enigma, but the contact issues looming large for me.
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SS
Dax Kilby
18
6'3
190
L/R
Newnan HS, GA
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Kilby is a well rounded prep shortstop who has consistently raised his stock with strong performances on the showcase circuit.
He sets up in an open stance and drift/kicks into a more closed one as he swings. It's a pretty compact stroke from the left side of the plate that shows good ability to manipulate the barrel of the bat. It's hit over power currently, with Kilby generating strong bat-to-ball metrics to back up a good approach at the plate with strong swing decisions.
Defensively, he might move off shortstop in time but he should stick somewhere in the dirt. It's above average speed too. He's a Clemson commit who is forcing his way into the (newly expanded) day one conversation.
He sets up in an open stance and drift/kicks into a more closed one as he swings. It's a pretty compact stroke from the left side of the plate that shows good ability to manipulate the barrel of the bat. It's hit over power currently, with Kilby generating strong bat-to-ball metrics to back up a good approach at the plate with strong swing decisions.
Defensively, he might move off shortstop in time but he should stick somewhere in the dirt. It's above average speed too. He's a Clemson commit who is forcing his way into the (newly expanded) day one conversation.
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RHP
AJ Russell
21
6'6
200
R/R
Tennessee
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Russell is going to be a high risk, high reward proposition for an organization in the 2025 draft. He has a great frame at 6'6, 200 pounds and one of the most metrically appealing fastballs in the class. He can run it up to 98 mph (although it sits mid-90s) with an extremely low release height from a wide angle. It'll get run and carry up in the zone too, it's a bit of a unicorn pitch. Russell has a second plus pitch in his slider, a tight sweeper that, given his release traits, is an uncomfortable experience, especially for right handed hitters. Russell gets decent extension too, adding to the overall appeal. Russell has a changeup too, more of a third pitch at present.
So what's the catch? Russell had internal brace surgery to repair his elbow last June. There's a significant injury history here, and that, combined with the primarily two pitch mix, gives some reliever risk. He pitched 25.1 innings down the stretch for the Vols, managing a 3.32 FIP, a 32.4 K%, and a 9.9 BB%. It's some of the better stuff in the class, though. If he clicks, he'll give an org huge value.
So what's the catch? Russell had internal brace surgery to repair his elbow last June. There's a significant injury history here, and that, combined with the primarily two pitch mix, gives some reliever risk. He pitched 25.1 innings down the stretch for the Vols, managing a 3.32 FIP, a 32.4 K%, and a 9.9 BB%. It's some of the better stuff in the class, though. If he clicks, he'll give an org huge value.
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RHP
Landon Harmon
18
6'5
195
R/R
East Union HS, MS
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Harmon is a Mississippi-based right-handed prep pitcher committed to Mississippi State. At 6 '5, 190 pounds, it's a frame that screams projection, but there's a ton of present stuff to get excited about.
Harmon's fastball is a plus to double plus pitch. It's topped out at 97-98 mph with some cut. There's a pair of breaking balls currently, a hard slider and a curveball, the latter more of an average pitch. Harmon has shown some feel for a changeup, but that's a ways behind the rest of his arsenal.
There's development needed with the secondary pitches, but a ton to like about this profile. He's a great mover on the mound, with clean, repeatable mechanics that contribute towards good strike throwing. If the breaking pitches can make strides, Harmon could be a force, as it’s easy to see the fastball consistently reaching triple digits in the not-too-distant future.
Harmon's fastball is a plus to double plus pitch. It's topped out at 97-98 mph with some cut. There's a pair of breaking balls currently, a hard slider and a curveball, the latter more of an average pitch. Harmon has shown some feel for a changeup, but that's a ways behind the rest of his arsenal.
There's development needed with the secondary pitches, but a ton to like about this profile. He's a great mover on the mound, with clean, repeatable mechanics that contribute towards good strike throwing. If the breaking pitches can make strides, Harmon could be a force, as it’s easy to see the fastball consistently reaching triple digits in the not-too-distant future.
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OF/1B
Ethan Petry
21
6'4
235
R/R
South Carolina
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Petry is another prospect who encapsulates the 2025 college hitting class; tons of power with some outstanding questions around the hit tool.
Petry is one of the more famous hitters in this class, after his explosive freshman campaign was followed up with a great second season for South Carolina. At 6 '4, 230 pounds, it's premium power from the right side. Petry cranked 44 home runs in his first two college seasons. The setup in the box is quiet, with a higher handset and open stance. His swing can get long and is prone to some swing and miss. Petry has a solid approach, taking plenty of walks, but has struck out a little more than you'd like to see. He finished 2025 with a .321/.437/.590 line (126 wRC+) with 10 home runs, a 13.7 BB%, and a 17.4 K% in 44 games
He doesn't have a ton of value in the field, it's below average corner outfield defense and slow foot speed, albeit with an above average arm. He'll need to mash to provide value to a drafting organization, as this is a sure fire corner outfield or first base profile.
Petry is one of the more famous hitters in this class, after his explosive freshman campaign was followed up with a great second season for South Carolina. At 6 '4, 230 pounds, it's premium power from the right side. Petry cranked 44 home runs in his first two college seasons. The setup in the box is quiet, with a higher handset and open stance. His swing can get long and is prone to some swing and miss. Petry has a solid approach, taking plenty of walks, but has struck out a little more than you'd like to see. He finished 2025 with a .321/.437/.590 line (126 wRC+) with 10 home runs, a 13.7 BB%, and a 17.4 K% in 44 games
He doesn't have a ton of value in the field, it's below average corner outfield defense and slow foot speed, albeit with an above average arm. He'll need to mash to provide value to a drafting organization, as this is a sure fire corner outfield or first base profile.
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SS
Brady Ebel
17
6'3
195
L/R
Corona HS, CA
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Brady Ebel is the son of Dodgers long time third base coach Dino Ebel. He'll be one of the youngest prospects in the entire draft at just 17 on draft day.
The LSU commit has plenty of tools to be excited about. It's a simple, sweet left-handed swing in which he's able to manipulate the barrel well and keep it in the zone a long time. It's currently hit over power, but there's plenty more to hang on his 6'3, 195 pound frame. It's likely with some projection and his solid bat speed that there's more power to come for Ebel.
Defensively, Ebel has an average glove. He doesn't have good foot speed, although he does have a plus arm, soft hands, and solid actions in the infield. It's likely he'll slide over to third base long term, where he'll need his power to come into play more for his offensive profile to fit seamlessly. This is a young prep profile with four tools that are at least average, with a strong track record of performance. He won't last long on day one.
The LSU commit has plenty of tools to be excited about. It's a simple, sweet left-handed swing in which he's able to manipulate the barrel well and keep it in the zone a long time. It's currently hit over power, but there's plenty more to hang on his 6'3, 195 pound frame. It's likely with some projection and his solid bat speed that there's more power to come for Ebel.
Defensively, Ebel has an average glove. He doesn't have good foot speed, although he does have a plus arm, soft hands, and solid actions in the infield. It's likely he'll slide over to third base long term, where he'll need his power to come into play more for his offensive profile to fit seamlessly. This is a young prep profile with four tools that are at least average, with a strong track record of performance. He won't last long on day one.
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SS
Coy James
18
6'0
190
R/R
Davie County HS, NC
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James is a prep shortstop prospect out of North Carolina, committed to Ole Miss, who has a strong track record of performance from an early age throughout his amateur career to date.
It's a stocky, powerful frame and a right-handed swing that helps James produce good bat to ball skills and adjustability with the barrel. He’s aggressive in the batters box, but has the kind of hand speed and hand-eye coordination to make that approach work, making plenty of contact. It's potentially a 55/50 hit/power combination when it's all said and done.
James’ other tools aren’t as outstanding as his offensive profile. He’s an average runner, with an average arm. While he has good actions in the infield, he might be forced off the position long term, with another spot on the dirt likely. Even so, an above average hit tool with 20 home run power is the ceiling here.
It's a stocky, powerful frame and a right-handed swing that helps James produce good bat to ball skills and adjustability with the barrel. He’s aggressive in the batters box, but has the kind of hand speed and hand-eye coordination to make that approach work, making plenty of contact. It's potentially a 55/50 hit/power combination when it's all said and done.
James’ other tools aren’t as outstanding as his offensive profile. He’s an average runner, with an average arm. While he has good actions in the infield, he might be forced off the position long term, with another spot on the dirt likely. Even so, an above average hit tool with 20 home run power is the ceiling here.
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LHP
JD Thompson
21
6'0
185
R/L
Vanderbilt
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JD Thompson is yet another name in a deep and diverse array of college left-handed pitchers in the 2025 class. In terms of frame, it's more compact. Thompson stands at 6'0, 185 pounds with good strength and power in his lower half. While Thompson doesn't have a high octane fastball, it's a whiff monster thanks to 18 inches of carry from a lower arm slot. The pitch typically sits in the 91-93 mph range, though he can crank it up to 95 mph. He commands the pitch too, helping it be relatively dominant for the level.
His best secondary is his slider. It sits in the 78-81 mph range with good horizontal movement and ties up left-handed hitters frequently. There's also a curveball and changeup in the mix, too. The changeup, in particular, has flashed above average with some fade and tumble. All of this comes from a delivery that is relatively smooth and repeatable.
Thompson has consistently posted in 2025. Through 90 IP, he has a 3.34 FIP striking out 32.1% of hitters and walking 7.9% against some of the strongest competition in the country. He's set himself up as a day one name in July.
His best secondary is his slider. It sits in the 78-81 mph range with good horizontal movement and ties up left-handed hitters frequently. There's also a curveball and changeup in the mix, too. The changeup, in particular, has flashed above average with some fade and tumble. All of this comes from a delivery that is relatively smooth and repeatable.
Thompson has consistently posted in 2025. Through 90 IP, he has a 3.34 FIP striking out 32.1% of hitters and walking 7.9% against some of the strongest competition in the country. He's set himself up as a day one name in July.
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SS
Jordan Yost
18
6'0
180
L/R
Sickles HS, FL
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Yost is a Florida commit and in a range on the board where he might be challenging to sign unless a team is willing to pay big to secure his signature. A left-handed hitting prep shortstop out of Florida, he's been an up arrow name this spring. It's a smooth, direct, left-handed swing, with good adjustability in the zone leading to strong bat-to-ball skills. Yost has a good approach at the plate too. All this adds up to what might eventually be a plus hit tool. The power lags behind significantly at the moment, it's mostly gap-to-gap, but you'd think there's additional strength to hang on a 6'0, 180 pound frame. Yost has above average speed and moves well, although might kick over to second base long term.
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1B/OF
Henry Ford
21
6'5
220
R/R
Virginia
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Henry Ford is a large human, standing 6'5. The Virginia first baseman is going to get some run in the outfield in the 2025 season, which could boost his draft stock some. Ford posted a 1.006 OPS with 17 home runs in his first season at Virginia.
There's potential for an above average power/hit combo here. Ford's 2024 max exit velocity was north of 112 mph and he has ample power, particularly to the pull side. He's an aggressive hitter, who chases too much out of the zone. That, combined with a stiff swing are orange flags in a profile that’s limited in terms of supplementary tools. The value in this profile is all in the bat.
In 2025, after a slow start, Ford hit .362/.420/.575 (.995) with 11 home runs (21 extra base hits), a 121 wRC+, a 9% walk rate, and a 13% strikeout rate. He’s a draft eligible sophomore, and committed to Tennessee in the portal as leverage ahead of the draft.
There's potential for an above average power/hit combo here. Ford's 2024 max exit velocity was north of 112 mph and he has ample power, particularly to the pull side. He's an aggressive hitter, who chases too much out of the zone. That, combined with a stiff swing are orange flags in a profile that’s limited in terms of supplementary tools. The value in this profile is all in the bat.
In 2025, after a slow start, Ford hit .362/.420/.575 (.995) with 11 home runs (21 extra base hits), a 121 wRC+, a 9% walk rate, and a 13% strikeout rate. He’s a draft eligible sophomore, and committed to Tennessee in the portal as leverage ahead of the draft.
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LHP
Briggs McKenzie
18
6'2
190
L/L
Corinth-Holders HS, NC
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McKenzie is a 6’2, 185 pound lefty out of North Carolina currently committed to LSU. It’s a lean, projectable frame and a buttery smooth delivery that’s repeatable with good deception. His fastball has ticked up since last summer, sitting 90-92 mph and tickling 94 mph. He’s able to spot it consistently for strikes up in the zone with good carry. McKenzie shows an affinity for spin, he throws a curveball in the high 70s to low 80s with good depth, in addition to a mid-80s changeup. This is a classic projection lefty profile. A lean frame, solid but not yet overwhelming stuff, with pitchability and plenty of strikes. He’s an up arrow arm this spring and could make his way into the comp round, especially if he maintains his velocity gains, or even adds a tick more.
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SS
Cooper Flemming
19
6'3
195
L/R
Aliso Niguel HS, CA
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Cooper Flemming is a left-handed hitting shortstop prospect out of California currently committed to Vanderbilt. It's a good frame at 6'3, 195 with solid athleticism. At the plate, it's a hit over power profile for now. It's a simple swing with good adjustability that showcases the ability to drive the ball the other way in addition to some pull side power.
Defensively, it's good hands with an above average arm and a good internal clock. Flemming doesn't have the best range or lateral quickness though, so a move to another position on the first might make sense in time. He has the tools and athleticism to stay on the dirt.
Defensively, it's good hands with an above average arm and a good internal clock. Flemming doesn't have the best range or lateral quickness though, so a move to another position on the first might make sense in time. He has the tools and athleticism to stay on the dirt.
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RHP
Chase Shores
21
6'8
250
R/R
LSU
UP
Chase Shores is a right-handed pitcher out of LSU who stands out in a crowd. He's 6'8, 250 pounds and is an imposing figure on the mound. Shores throws from a low three-quarter slot that help his arm-side run heavy fastball play up even more. It averages 97 mph with a 90th percentile velocity of over 100 mph. Shores throws a slider with some depth which he can impart up to 3,300 rpms of spin onto, and has a changeup too with over 18 inches of horizontal break. That’s frightening stuff.
The strikes can come and go with Shores too, it's a BB% of 10.9% on the 2025 season and there’s some work to do on establishing greater consistency with his release points. You can see him developing into a monster with the right organization. The combination of frame, arm talent, and delivery deception make him a fascinating project for a team strong in pitching development.
The strikes can come and go with Shores too, it's a BB% of 10.9% on the 2025 season and there’s some work to do on establishing greater consistency with his release points. You can see him developing into a monster with the right organization. The combination of frame, arm talent, and delivery deception make him a fascinating project for a team strong in pitching development.
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OF
Kane Kepley
21
5'8
180
L/L
North Carolina
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Kane Kepley is a diminutive, left-handed hitting outfielder who transferred to North Carolina after two excellent seasons at Liberty. Listed at 5'8, 180, Kepley is small but has plenty of assets. It's plus speed and plus defense in center field. Those tools in and of themselves, give him plenty of value. He's a threat on the base paths too, he's stolen 87 bases and counting in his three college seasons at a 91.5% clip.
The offensive tool set is more limited. It's a great approach, Kepley has almost maintained his outstanding walk rate in the step up to ACC play. He took a free pass 14.2% of the time this season. He rarely strikes out either, with a K% of just 7.1%. There's almost no power to speak of (30 grade), but the speed, contact ability, and defense bring plenty of value to a table setting type of hitter. Kepley finished with a .291/.451/.444 (.896) line with 3 home runs, a 114 wRC+, and 45 bags in the 2025 season.
The offensive tool set is more limited. It's a great approach, Kepley has almost maintained his outstanding walk rate in the step up to ACC play. He took a free pass 14.2% of the time this season. He rarely strikes out either, with a K% of just 7.1%. There's almost no power to speak of (30 grade), but the speed, contact ability, and defense bring plenty of value to a table setting type of hitter. Kepley finished with a .291/.451/.444 (.896) line with 3 home runs, a 114 wRC+, and 45 bags in the 2025 season.
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LHP
Joseph Dzierwa
21
6'8
180
R/L
Michigan State
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Six foot eight left-handed starters don’t grow in trees. There’s an intriguing crop of lefties on both the college and prep sides in 2025. Joseph Dzierwa is a lesser known name who has done himself a world of good in 2025 with a significant breakout for Michigan State.
Dzierwa pitches from a three-quarter slot, in a slingy, open delivery. He's not an elite mover, and mostly a two-pitch guy currently. His run and ride fastball ticked up in 2025, averaging 91.6 mph and touching 95 mph. Dzierwa has shown flashes of decent spin on the pitch too, up to 2600 rpms in 2025. A drafting org that’s good at adding velocity will likely work to get the fastball to 93-94 mph and work on top rail command with the pitch.
Dzierwa’s best pitch is his changeup. It generated a zone whiff north of 26% in 2025. He kills spin on it really effectively. It’s the drop and fade type that has good velocity separation from his fastball and was effective against both lefties and righties in 2025.
Dzierwa doesn’t have much of an effective breaking pitch yet. He threw his slider just 8% of the time and curveball 3% of the time in 2025. There’s work to do on both the velocity and shapes of these pitches as part of his overall mix.
Dzierwa finished 2025 with 91.2 IP. He managed a 2.38 FIP, 28 K%, and 5.9 BB% while demonstrating outstanding strike throwing traits (73% strikes on his fastball, 69% on his changeup). The type of organization to target him will be one who values strike throwers, and believes in their ability to add velocity and additional pitches. He has a good chance to be an MLB arm after a couple of years in a system that knows what they are doing with pitchers.
Dzierwa pitches from a three-quarter slot, in a slingy, open delivery. He's not an elite mover, and mostly a two-pitch guy currently. His run and ride fastball ticked up in 2025, averaging 91.6 mph and touching 95 mph. Dzierwa has shown flashes of decent spin on the pitch too, up to 2600 rpms in 2025. A drafting org that’s good at adding velocity will likely work to get the fastball to 93-94 mph and work on top rail command with the pitch.
Dzierwa’s best pitch is his changeup. It generated a zone whiff north of 26% in 2025. He kills spin on it really effectively. It’s the drop and fade type that has good velocity separation from his fastball and was effective against both lefties and righties in 2025.
Dzierwa doesn’t have much of an effective breaking pitch yet. He threw his slider just 8% of the time and curveball 3% of the time in 2025. There’s work to do on both the velocity and shapes of these pitches as part of his overall mix.
Dzierwa finished 2025 with 91.2 IP. He managed a 2.38 FIP, 28 K%, and 5.9 BB% while demonstrating outstanding strike throwing traits (73% strikes on his fastball, 69% on his changeup). The type of organization to target him will be one who values strike throwers, and believes in their ability to add velocity and additional pitches. He has a good chance to be an MLB arm after a couple of years in a system that knows what they are doing with pitchers.
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LHP
Johnny Slawinski
18
6'3
185
L/L
Johnson City HS, TX
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Slawinski is a 6’3, 195 pound southpaw currently committed to Texas A&M. He’s another up arrow arm this spring. It’s a little bit of a drift and drive action after his windup. Slawinski gets down the mound well and has some deception in his delivery from a bit of crossfire in his stride and his ability to hide the ball well. He doesn’t yet have overpowering velocity. His fastball will sit in the 90-93 mph range and has touched 94 mph. He consistently throws strikes with the pitch. There’s also a low 80s changeup with good fade and ideal velocity separation from his fastball. His breaking ball is a bit of a work in progress. It’s a slurvy pitch in the upper 70s that he may need to manipulate the shape of and will need to add more firmness to over time. Slawinski is an excellent mover on the mound with a fast arm. It’s easy to see the stuff taking a pretty significant step forwards. He’s a top one hundred type name in the class.
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Kyle Lodise
21
6'0
180
R/R
Georgia Tech
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Kyle Lodise, cousin of Alex, transferred to Georgia Tech from DII Augusta prior to the 2025 season and crushed for the Yellowjackets. Kyle is a right-handed hitter who showed a surprising amount of impact at the plate. In spite of this, it’s likely a hit over power profile at the next level. It’s a simple right-handed swing with a patient approach and power primarily to the pull side.
He’s also an above average runner, going 13-13 on stolen bases in 2025 and stealing at a rate north of 90% throughout his collegiate career. The defensive tools are solid. He’s a capable shortstop whose arm might be a little light for the position long term. A move to second base or even a utility role seems likely.
Lodise finished 2025 with a .329/.429/.667 (1.095) line with 16 home runs, a 12.8% walk rate, a 17.7% strikeout rate and an impressive 135 wRC+. He's vaulted himself into top 50 consideration with a great 2025 season.
He’s also an above average runner, going 13-13 on stolen bases in 2025 and stealing at a rate north of 90% throughout his collegiate career. The defensive tools are solid. He’s a capable shortstop whose arm might be a little light for the position long term. A move to second base or even a utility role seems likely.
Lodise finished 2025 with a .329/.429/.667 (1.095) line with 16 home runs, a 12.8% walk rate, a 17.7% strikeout rate and an impressive 135 wRC+. He's vaulted himself into top 50 consideration with a great 2025 season.
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2B
Henry Godbout
21
6'1
190
R/R
Virginia
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Godbout is an infield prospect whose draft stock has fallen some in 2025 after a disappointing season at the plate. Godbout entered the season with an in-zone contact rate in the 90s, but, much like the majority of the Virginia lineup, struggled mightily out of the gate. He's been an average hitter by wRC+ (98 compared to 138 in 2024) as we near the end of April.
It's an offensive profile carried by a plus hit tool. It's a simple setup and quick hands in the box, with limited raw or usable in gamee power. He's a second baseman long term, with a solid enough glove, but no outstanding range or athleticism to speak of. There's average speed and an average arm there too.
It's an offensive profile carried by a plus hit tool. It's a simple setup and quick hands in the box, with limited raw or usable in gamee power. He's a second baseman long term, with a solid enough glove, but no outstanding range or athleticism to speak of. There's average speed and an average arm there too.
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C
Brayden Jaksa
18
6'6
210
R/R
Irvington HS, CA
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Jaksa is a right-handed hitting, prep catching prospect out of Northern California with plenty of interesting tools. The Oregon commit has a large frame at 6 '5, 210 pounds. That's of course, on the large side for a catcher in a demographic that's notoriously hard to project.
It's a low effort, smooth swing from a relaxed stance with a slightly uphill plane to his swing. Jaksa is already getting to above average power in game. There's potential in the hit tool, too. Jaksa has a good approach and strong bat to ball skills, especially for such a tall player with whom you might imagine some holes in his swing. It's an above average arm too. There's plenty to polish in the overall catching skill set, but there's also enough to like offensively that make him a potentially valuable pick if he can't stick behind the dish long term.
It's a low effort, smooth swing from a relaxed stance with a slightly uphill plane to his swing. Jaksa is already getting to above average power in game. There's potential in the hit tool, too. Jaksa has a good approach and strong bat to ball skills, especially for such a tall player with whom you might imagine some holes in his swing. It's an above average arm too. There's plenty to polish in the overall catching skill set, but there's also enough to like offensively that make him a potentially valuable pick if he can't stick behind the dish long term.
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RHP
Michael Lombardi
21
6'3
195
R/R
Tulane
UP
Lombardi is a do-everything player for Tulane who has played multiple positions in the field in addition to seeing time as both a starter and a reliever. It's on the mound he's taken a developmental leap this spring and that's likely where his long term future lies.
Lombardi has added plenty of velo this spring and has two plus pitches. His fastball sits in the 94-95 mph range but has touched 97 mph. It has a ton of ride (21 inches of IVB) at the top of the zone and some run too. There's also a sharp downer curve that he throws in the low 80s with a ton of drop at up to 2,900 rpms, and some feel for a fading changeup.
There's work to do in the strike throwing department for Lombardi, with a 12.5 BB% in 2025. That said, a 2.68 FIP and 43.5 K% in 42 innings of work is dominant stuff. His development might accelerate significantly when he starts focusing solely on pitching.
Lombardi has added plenty of velo this spring and has two plus pitches. His fastball sits in the 94-95 mph range but has touched 97 mph. It has a ton of ride (21 inches of IVB) at the top of the zone and some run too. There's also a sharp downer curve that he throws in the low 80s with a ton of drop at up to 2,900 rpms, and some feel for a fading changeup.
There's work to do in the strike throwing department for Lombardi, with a 12.5 BB% in 2025. That said, a 2.68 FIP and 43.5 K% in 42 innings of work is dominant stuff. His development might accelerate significantly when he starts focusing solely on pitching.
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2B
Mitch Voit
20
6'0
200
R/R
Michigan
UP
Mitch Voit will be draft eligible as a 20-year old in 2025, coming off back-to-back seasons of strong and improving performance at the University of Michigan. Voit used to be a two-way player but since focusing solely on hitting, he's improved his approach and impact at the plate, developing into what might be an above average hit/average power combo in a draft class lacking them in the college ranks.
In 2025, Voit hit .346/.471/.668 (1.140) with 14 home runs, a 157 wRC+ while walking 15.3% of the time and managing a measly 13% strikeout rate. Voit’s underlying numbers support a well rounded offensive profile. His lowest OPS against a single pitch type in 2025 was .937 (4S). Additionally, Voit has strong bat-to-ball skills (11.7% InZoneWhiff%) and has a feel for hitting the ball hard in the air (105.6 mph EV90).
There's plus speed and an above average arm in the profile, too. If Voit can maintain his improved approach as a pro, you're looking at a good athlete with defensive versatility who can pop 15-20 home runs per season while maintaining strong on base skills. That type of profile usually gets pushed up boards as we get closer to the draft.
In 2025, Voit hit .346/.471/.668 (1.140) with 14 home runs, a 157 wRC+ while walking 15.3% of the time and managing a measly 13% strikeout rate. Voit’s underlying numbers support a well rounded offensive profile. His lowest OPS against a single pitch type in 2025 was .937 (4S). Additionally, Voit has strong bat-to-ball skills (11.7% InZoneWhiff%) and has a feel for hitting the ball hard in the air (105.6 mph EV90).
There's plus speed and an above average arm in the profile, too. If Voit can maintain his improved approach as a pro, you're looking at a good athlete with defensive versatility who can pop 15-20 home runs per season while maintaining strong on base skills. That type of profile usually gets pushed up boards as we get closer to the draft.
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C
Taitn Gray
17
6'4
220
S/R
Grimes Community HS, IA
UP
Gray is a fascinating prep catching prospect who has risen sharply throughout the cycle after turning heads at the Super 60 event. A switch-hitting catcher, Gray has plus power from both sides of the plate. He put on a show in batting practice at the draft combine, crushing batted ball events at 112 mph from both sides of the plate. He’s also generated exit velocities north of 109 mph as a 17-year old in game. He looks better (more rhythmic) from the left side of the plate, although both of his swings are a little noisy. Still, he's shown a feel to hit too, it's not just plus power.
It's above average foot speed too. While the arm is average and the catching skills are raw at best, this is an unusually impactful prep bat out of the midwest. Gray is currently committed to Oregon and could be another prep profile whose interest starts in Comp A on draft day.
It's above average foot speed too. While the arm is average and the catching skills are raw at best, this is an unusually impactful prep bat out of the midwest. Gray is currently committed to Oregon and could be another prep profile whose interest starts in Comp A on draft day.
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77
SS/OF
Josh Owens
18
6'3
185
L/R
Providence Academy HS, TN
UP
Josh Owens is a prep shortstop who has also played in the outfield with a ton of projection and some present tools in his game. A great frame at 6 '3, 185 pounds, Owens has a ton of projection and he’s a multi-sport high school athlete and every bit of it shows up on the diamond.
Owens hits from the left side. It's a hit over power approach currently, from a swing that’s a little long, but it's also easy to see Owens adding to his frame and developing more power as he grows and fills out. There's plus speed in this profile too and good defensive instincts and actions at short. Owens also has bloodlines in his corner, too, as his father played 10 MiLB seasons, mostly with the Padres organization. Owens is a great athlete who could pop for a drafting organization after he turns pro.
This is a helium prep profile down the stretch. Owens could end up with average or better tools across the board and has been linked to teams as high as Comp A.
Owens hits from the left side. It's a hit over power approach currently, from a swing that’s a little long, but it's also easy to see Owens adding to his frame and developing more power as he grows and fills out. There's plus speed in this profile too and good defensive instincts and actions at short. Owens also has bloodlines in his corner, too, as his father played 10 MiLB seasons, mostly with the Padres organization. Owens is a great athlete who could pop for a drafting organization after he turns pro.
This is a helium prep profile down the stretch. Owens could end up with average or better tools across the board and has been linked to teams as high as Comp A.
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OF
Korbyn Dickerson
21
6'0
205
R/R
Indiana
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I’ll die on this hill; Korbyn Dickerson is under-ranked. As we sit a few days out from day one of the 2025 MLB Draft, he’s currently 72nd by consensus. He’s a name I can see being taken in the top 40. Originally drafted by the Twins in 2022, Dickerson made it to campus at Louisville before transferring to Indiana ahead of his junior season.
There’s a decent amount going on with his swing, with some bat waggle and a solid leg kick as he gets going, but Dickerson did major damage on contact in 2025, with a MaxEV of 117 mph and an elite EV90 of 109.8 mph. There’s definitely some hit tool risk. Dickerson struggled in leveraged counts in addition to quite a bit of swing and miss against offspeed stuff. Indeed, he managed just a .158 xWOBA against changeups in 2025. He’s a tremendous athlete with solid speed and range in center and a chance to stick there long term.
He finished 2025 with a .314/.381/.632 line with 19 home runs (36 extra base hits), a 9% walk rate, an 18.8% strikeout rate and a 123 wRC+. If there’s an organization who can mitigate some of the issues against secondaries and refine swing decisions in specific counts, he could be a problem. These are some of the better tools in the college class.
There’s a decent amount going on with his swing, with some bat waggle and a solid leg kick as he gets going, but Dickerson did major damage on contact in 2025, with a MaxEV of 117 mph and an elite EV90 of 109.8 mph. There’s definitely some hit tool risk. Dickerson struggled in leveraged counts in addition to quite a bit of swing and miss against offspeed stuff. Indeed, he managed just a .158 xWOBA against changeups in 2025. He’s a tremendous athlete with solid speed and range in center and a chance to stick there long term.
He finished 2025 with a .314/.381/.632 line with 19 home runs (36 extra base hits), a 9% walk rate, an 18.8% strikeout rate and a 123 wRC+. If there’s an organization who can mitigate some of the issues against secondaries and refine swing decisions in specific counts, he could be a problem. These are some of the better tools in the college class.
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OF
Dean Moss
19
6'0
190
L/R
IMG Academy
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Moss will be 19 on draft day, and keeps showing up on boards a little lower than I expect to find him based on the strength of his offensive profile. The LSU commit is currently at IMG Academy in Florida. He's an outfielder with a strong, athletic frame that may be close to maxed out.
There's plenty to like about the offensive tools, though. I really like the swing here. It's a combination of a good hit tool, strong strike zone awareness and an ability to drive the ball exceptionally well, with some of the best bat speed in the class for a prep hitter. The supplementary tools are solid too. Moss has average speed, a solid arm and a good glove. My bet is he'll at least start his pro career in centerfield if a team can keep him away from Baton Rouge.
There's plenty to like about the offensive tools, though. I really like the swing here. It's a combination of a good hit tool, strong strike zone awareness and an ability to drive the ball exceptionally well, with some of the best bat speed in the class for a prep hitter. The supplementary tools are solid too. Moss has average speed, a solid arm and a good glove. My bet is he'll at least start his pro career in centerfield if a team can keep him away from Baton Rouge.
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SS
Lucas Franco
18
6'3
185
L/R
Cinco Ranch HS, TX
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Franco is yet another day one caliber prep shortstop prospect. A left-handed hitter out of Texas with a lean, 6'3 frame, there's plenty to like in his profile. He's been on the map for a while as a prospect.
Defensively, he has a good chance to stick at shortstop at the next level. While he has only average foot speed, he moves well laterally, with a quick first step, good footwork and an above average arm.
At the plate it's a good approach from a simple left-handed swing. He’s able to keep his barrel through the zone for a significant time. It's good bat-to-ball skills and what might eventually constitute average in game power. Put all this together and you have a profile that looks solid average across the board, without having one slam dunk tool.
NOTE: Franco withdrew his name from the MLB draft and will attend TCU
Defensively, he has a good chance to stick at shortstop at the next level. While he has only average foot speed, he moves well laterally, with a quick first step, good footwork and an above average arm.
At the plate it's a good approach from a simple left-handed swing. He’s able to keep his barrel through the zone for a significant time. It's good bat-to-ball skills and what might eventually constitute average in game power. Put all this together and you have a profile that looks solid average across the board, without having one slam dunk tool.
NOTE: Franco withdrew his name from the MLB draft and will attend TCU
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2B
Daniel Dickinson
21
6'0
185
R/R
LSU
DOWN
Dickinson was one of the better hitters in college baseball in his first two seasons at Utah State and he hasn't missed a beat since transferring to LSU and upping the level of competition.
A compact frame underpins a direct, adjustable swing. Dickinson controls the barrel of the bat well and has good bat speed. Dickinson is able to leverage all fields in a profile that is well balanced. It's a good approach at the plate, with almost as many walks (13.1%) than strikeouts (13.8%) through the end of the 2025 season. Dickinson swatted 12 home runs and carried a 125 wRC+ to boot.
Dickinson shows good bat to ball skills and fringe-average power. Defensively, it's likely a second base profile long term. It's a solid but unspectacular defensive package. Offensively, though, this is a well rounded hitter who does a little of everything well.
A compact frame underpins a direct, adjustable swing. Dickinson controls the barrel of the bat well and has good bat speed. Dickinson is able to leverage all fields in a profile that is well balanced. It's a good approach at the plate, with almost as many walks (13.1%) than strikeouts (13.8%) through the end of the 2025 season. Dickinson swatted 12 home runs and carried a 125 wRC+ to boot.
Dickinson shows good bat to ball skills and fringe-average power. Defensively, it's likely a second base profile long term. It's a solid but unspectacular defensive package. Offensively, though, this is a well rounded hitter who does a little of everything well.
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82
OF
Alec Blair
18
6'6
195
L/L
De La Salle HS, CA
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Blair is a premium two sport athlete (baseball and basketball) whose profile is all about tools and projection. A physical frame at 6 '6, there's tons of room to add more strength as he's currently 195 pounds. Blair is a little bit raw but there's already above average power, likely with more to come. He runs very well for an athlete his size and. With his speed and range he has a chance to stick in center field, if not, left field seems more likely as it’s a fringe average arm.
There's some refinement needed here. It's a long swing with some swing and miss currently but there's no doubting the supreme athletic potential. Blair is committed to Oklahoma for BOTH baseball and basketball and might be a tough sign away if he wants to continue playing both at a high level.
There's some refinement needed here. It's a long swing with some swing and miss currently but there's no doubting the supreme athletic potential. Blair is committed to Oklahoma for BOTH baseball and basketball and might be a tough sign away if he wants to continue playing both at a high level.
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OF
Brock Sell
18
6'1
185
L/R
Tokay HS, CA
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Sell is a good athlete and one of the best prospects out of northern California in this class. Any drafting team will also have to contend with a commitment to Stanford, which can be tough to break.
Sell is a 6 '1 outfielder with a strong track record against good high school competition. Hitting from the left side of the plate, his offensive skill set is currently headlined by excellent bat to ball skills from a quiet, simple swing. He layered on more power and showed an ability to drive the ball in the air with more consistency last summer, but it’s still a profile that is likely to be light on power when it’s all said and done.
Sell also has plus speed which is a weapon on the base paths or defensively in the outfield. He has experience playing the infield too, so defensive versatility is another box to check for him. Given the plus speed and solid average arm, centerfield seems a likely defensive long term home, if a team can sign him away from Stanford.
Sell is a 6 '1 outfielder with a strong track record against good high school competition. Hitting from the left side of the plate, his offensive skill set is currently headlined by excellent bat to ball skills from a quiet, simple swing. He layered on more power and showed an ability to drive the ball in the air with more consistency last summer, but it’s still a profile that is likely to be light on power when it’s all said and done.
Sell also has plus speed which is a weapon on the base paths or defensively in the outfield. He has experience playing the infield too, so defensive versatility is another box to check for him. Given the plus speed and solid average arm, centerfield seems a likely defensive long term home, if a team can sign him away from Stanford.
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OF
Gavin Turley
21
6'2
200
R/R
Oregon State
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Turley has some of the better tools on the college side in this year's class, with questions about how much he'll hit as a pro. A good athlete at 6 '2, 200, Turley has prodigious power from the right side of the plate, underpinned by serious bat speed. He can use the whole field and is consistently able to drive the ball, following up a 19 home run season as a sophomore with 20 in his junior season. He finished his 2025 season with a .351/.472/..649 line with a 16.3 BB% and a 155 wRC+.
There are some questions around the hit tool with Turley. He chases and leaves the zone too much, and there's some work to do on pitch recognition, particularly against spin and breaking stuff. He's cut his strikeout rate in 2025 (27.3% to 22.1%). Even so, there's some swing and miss in this profile. Turley does have a good approach and takes his walks, with a BB% north of 16% in both of his past two seasons. A plus arm and above average speed give him other tools to produce value, too. If a drafting org can ameliorate some of the hit tool concerns with better swing decisions, he could be a real problem as a pro hitter.
There are some questions around the hit tool with Turley. He chases and leaves the zone too much, and there's some work to do on pitch recognition, particularly against spin and breaking stuff. He's cut his strikeout rate in 2025 (27.3% to 22.1%). Even so, there's some swing and miss in this profile. Turley does have a good approach and takes his walks, with a BB% north of 16% in both of his past two seasons. A plus arm and above average speed give him other tools to produce value, too. If a drafting org can ameliorate some of the hit tool concerns with better swing decisions, he could be a real problem as a pro hitter.
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OF
Max Williams
20
6'2
195
L/L
Florida State
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Williams is a left-handed hitting and throwing outfielder who has played at Florida State for the past two seasons after beginning his collegiate career at Alabama. Although not a huge frame, there's plenty of strength and bat speed in Williams' offensive game. He sets up in a low crouch at the plate, with an extremely wide base and can get caught off balance at times. It’s an aggressive approach at the plate with some chase in his profile and some swing and miss. He’s also produced EVs north of 114 mph. The pop is real if he can get to enough of it as a pro.
He has other assets too. It's above average wheels and a solid average arm that lends itself well to a corner outfield spot as a pro given his above average power. He's improved his approach in 2025 and cut his K% from 20.8% to 16.1%. A 113 wRC+ and 19 home runs in the ACC is solid production. He's likely a top 100 player if he has a strong end to the season.
He has other assets too. It's above average wheels and a solid average arm that lends itself well to a corner outfield spot as a pro given his above average power. He's improved his approach in 2025 and cut his K% from 20.8% to 16.1%. A 113 wRC+ and 19 home runs in the ACC is solid production. He's likely a top 100 player if he has a strong end to the season.
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RHP
James Ellwanger
21
6'5
205
R/R
Dallas Baptist
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Ellwanger was a notable prospect prior to the 2023 draft and slipped due to signability concerns. He was taken by the Nats in the 19th round and is their type of prep power arm. It's an intriguing combination of size, stuff, and refinement needed, particularly on the secondary pitches and with his control.
Ellwanger stands 6 '5, 205, it's a lean frame with more strength to add. Even so, he can run his fastball up into the high 90s with good ride and armside run. There's a good curveball present too, an above average pitch, with a slider and changeup that haven't proven to be as effective yet. Strike throwing has also been a challenge for Ellwanger, at times. Despite too many free passes (13.5%)), he's performed solidly in 2025. It's a 3.07 FIP and 33 K%. You'll need a drafting organization who knows what they're doing with pitchers, but the arm talent is considerable.
Ellwanger stands 6 '5, 205, it's a lean frame with more strength to add. Even so, he can run his fastball up into the high 90s with good ride and armside run. There's a good curveball present too, an above average pitch, with a slider and changeup that haven't proven to be as effective yet. Strike throwing has also been a challenge for Ellwanger, at times. Despite too many free passes (13.5%)), he's performed solidly in 2025. It's a 3.07 FIP and 33 K%. You'll need a drafting organization who knows what they're doing with pitchers, but the arm talent is considerable.
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87
LHP
Uli Fernsler
17
6'4
215
L/L
Novi HS, MI
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Fernsler is one of the most polished prep pitchers in the entire draft class. A Michigan prep lefty with a strong, projectable frame, Fernsler stands 6 '4, 205 pounds. There's a ton to like in the profile and he's been one of the sharpest risers on the prep pitching side this cycle. The fastball isn't overpowering yet. It sits 89-91 mph and gets up to 93 mph but has good carry at the top of the zone and comes from a pretty flat angle. You can see him adding more to it, too.
There's also an above average changeup too. It has good sink and fade and sits in the low 80s in addition to an above average sweepy slider. Finally, there’s a curveball that’s easily the least exciting present offering and will need to firm up if it’s to be a viable pro offering. Fernsler will be 17 on draft day. There's polish, projection, and youth here, even if the present stuff isn't overpowering yet. He should fit somewhere in the first three rounds. He’s currently committed to TCU.
There's also an above average changeup too. It has good sink and fade and sits in the low 80s in addition to an above average sweepy slider. Finally, there’s a curveball that’s easily the least exciting present offering and will need to firm up if it’s to be a viable pro offering. Fernsler will be 17 on draft day. There's polish, projection, and youth here, even if the present stuff isn't overpowering yet. He should fit somewhere in the first three rounds. He’s currently committed to TCU.
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OF
Jacob Parker
18
6'4
210
L/R
Purvis HS, MS
UP
Parker is the twin brother of JoJo Parker, and similarly, committed to Mississippi State. Jacob is an outfielder with a more physical frame. He stands 6'4, 210 pounds and offers a different skillset to his brother.
Jacob has plus raw power. It's a relatively easy, left-handed swing, which he's used to generate exit velocities north of 111 mph with a wooden bat. There's some inconsistencies with the swing, though. It can get long at times and there's some bat-to-ball questions in Jacob's profile that need to be answered to ensure he can get to his power in game enough.
There are strong supplementary tools here too. It's an above average arm and above average run times. There's a chance he can stick in right field long term. Ultimately, the hit tool is going to govern his ceiling. If he can get to enough good contact, the power will definitely play.
Jacob has plus raw power. It's a relatively easy, left-handed swing, which he's used to generate exit velocities north of 111 mph with a wooden bat. There's some inconsistencies with the swing, though. It can get long at times and there's some bat-to-ball questions in Jacob's profile that need to be answered to ensure he can get to his power in game enough.
There are strong supplementary tools here too. It's an above average arm and above average run times. There's a chance he can stick in right field long term. Ultimately, the hit tool is going to govern his ceiling. If he can get to enough good contact, the power will definitely play.
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89
RHP
Miguel Sime
18
6'4
235
R/R
Poly Prep HS, NY
UP
Sime is an east coast prep arm currently committed to LSU with electric arm talent and plenty of refinement needed.
An ideal starting pitching frame at 6'4, 235, Sime turned heads all spring with his electric fastball. It sat 95 mph then but routinely touched 97-99 mph with some heavy sinking action at times. He relies heavily on it and finding a reliable breaker has been a work in progress. He appeared to do so in recent months with a tight low 80s slider. There's also a sparsely used changeup in the mix, too.
Strike throwing has come and gone for Sime. It's obviously exceptional arm talent, but there's plenty to work on here. Given the relief risk and the fact that he's an inconsistent strike thrower and a two-pitch guy, I wouldn't be surprised if he makes it to campus at Baton Rouge.
An ideal starting pitching frame at 6'4, 235, Sime turned heads all spring with his electric fastball. It sat 95 mph then but routinely touched 97-99 mph with some heavy sinking action at times. He relies heavily on it and finding a reliable breaker has been a work in progress. He appeared to do so in recent months with a tight low 80s slider. There's also a sparsely used changeup in the mix, too.
Strike throwing has come and gone for Sime. It's obviously exceptional arm talent, but there's plenty to work on here. Given the relief risk and the fact that he's an inconsistent strike thrower and a two-pitch guy, I wouldn't be surprised if he makes it to campus at Baton Rouge.
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90
SS/RHP
Mason Pike
18
6'0
190
S/R
Puyallup HS, WA
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Pike is a two-way prep player from Puyallup HS in WA, a program that has had several previous draftees. As a hitter, he works from both sides of the plate, with above average raw power and a hit tool that has some questions attached. It's an approach in the batters box that could use some refinement in terms of swing decisions. Defensively, Pike has played at shortstop or in the outfield. A plus arm will play in both. Despite not having outstanding foot speed, he's a good mover and has a chance to stick at short in the medium term if an org drafts him as a position player.
On the mound, it's a fastball that has been up to 97 mph but usually sits a few ticks lower. He has a solid slider to pair with it and some feel for a changeup with strike throwing that can come and go, at times. Pike is committed to Oregon State, where he could be a two-way player, but he could also be a pick in the top three rounds.
On the mound, it's a fastball that has been up to 97 mph but usually sits a few ticks lower. He has a solid slider to pair with it and some feel for a changeup with strike throwing that can come and go, at times. Pike is committed to Oregon State, where he could be a two-way player, but he could also be a pick in the top three rounds.
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91
LHP
Cade Obermueller
21
5'11
175
L/L
Iowa
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Obermueller was eligible (and drafted) as a sophomore in 2024 (Rangers, 19th round) but elected to return to school after a disappointing 2024 season for Iowa. That looks to have been an excellent decision for his draft prospects.
He's an undersized left-handed starter who thrives by throwing from a low slot and creating challenging angles for hitters. The fastball has a wide velo range, sitting 91-94 mph, but he has cranked it all the way up to 98 mph. His slider is a plus pitch, it's a ton of horizontal break and it's death to both lefties and righties. Finally, there's a seldomly used changeup in the mix too.
Obermueller has had a much improved 2025 season. A 3.06 FIP is paired with a 32.5 K% and manageable 9.4 BB%. This is a unique set of release traits and present stuff for an organization to mold in what should be a T100 profile.
He's an undersized left-handed starter who thrives by throwing from a low slot and creating challenging angles for hitters. The fastball has a wide velo range, sitting 91-94 mph, but he has cranked it all the way up to 98 mph. His slider is a plus pitch, it's a ton of horizontal break and it's death to both lefties and righties. Finally, there's a seldomly used changeup in the mix too.
Obermueller has had a much improved 2025 season. A 3.06 FIP is paired with a 32.5 K% and manageable 9.4 BB%. This is a unique set of release traits and present stuff for an organization to mold in what should be a T100 profile.
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92
RHP
Cam Leiter
21
6'5
205
R/R
Florida State
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Cam Leiter (nephew of Al and Mark) has one of the best combinations of stuff and size in the entire 2025 class, with one major caveat; he hasn't thrown a pitch in 2025 at the time of writing (mid May) due to injury.
Leiter began his career at Central Florida before transferring to Florida State ahead of the 2025 season. In limited innings he showed dominant stuff, in addition to some major warts. He struck out 35% of the batters he faced but also walked close to 14%. It's a huge fastball that's been up to 99 mph with good ride. His power slider is a plus pitch too, with a ton of downward tilt that generates silly whiffs. There's a curveball he can land well for strikes and a changeup that lags behind the rest of his arsenal.
Leiter attempted to return prior to the end of the 2025 season but his time ran out. As a pro, if he can return healthy and throw strikes at a good clip, it could boost his stock. It's some of the best arm talent in the class in a high risk, high reward type profile.
Leiter began his career at Central Florida before transferring to Florida State ahead of the 2025 season. In limited innings he showed dominant stuff, in addition to some major warts. He struck out 35% of the batters he faced but also walked close to 14%. It's a huge fastball that's been up to 99 mph with good ride. His power slider is a plus pitch too, with a ton of downward tilt that generates silly whiffs. There's a curveball he can land well for strikes and a changeup that lags behind the rest of his arsenal.
Leiter attempted to return prior to the end of the 2025 season but his time ran out. As a pro, if he can return healthy and throw strikes at a good clip, it could boost his stock. It's some of the best arm talent in the class in a high risk, high reward type profile.
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93
C
Easton Carmichael
21
6'1
195
R/R
Oklahoma
-
Carmichael has been a steady riser this season as has become part of a solid second tier of catching prospects ahead of the 2025 draft. A compact, right-handed stroke is the headline offensively here. Carmichael has a solid approach at the plate with good bat-to-ball skills. He increased his BB% in 2025 from 6.9% to 9.1% while maintaining a solid 15.7 K%. There's sneaky pull side power here too, Carmichael hit 17 home runs (31 XBH) and has above average foot speed for a catcher (average overall).
There's plenty of work to do behind the dish; receiving and blocking both need work. Additionally, his arm is a little light for the position and he can, at times, struggle to control the running game. He's an ideal profile for a time that values a solid overall hitting skillset over current catcher skill.
There's plenty of work to do behind the dish; receiving and blocking both need work. Additionally, his arm is a little light for the position and he can, at times, struggle to control the running game. He's an ideal profile for a time that values a solid overall hitting skillset over current catcher skill.
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94
OF
James Quinn-Irons
21
6'5
230
R/R
George Mason
UP
James Quinn-Irons is a college outfielder from George Mason who has put up incredible production against lower caliber competition than some of his peers and had a loud breakout in 2025.
It's a big league frame at 6'5, 230 pounds for the right-handed hitting Quinn-Irons. This is some of the best athleticism in the entire draft class. There's always been plus raw power, but Quinn-Irons refined his approach in 2025, resulting in more walks, less strikeouts, and more contact overall. There's definitely swing and miss and chase in this profile. His success as a pro will likely be dictated by how much he hits. He hasn't been tested a ton against premium velocity in his college career.
In 2025, Quinn-Irons put together an eye-popping .419//523/.734 (1.258) line with 16 home runs, 36 stolen bases, a 13.1% walk rate, 15.4% strikeout rate, and a 187 wRC+
It's a big league frame at 6'5, 230 pounds for the right-handed hitting Quinn-Irons. This is some of the best athleticism in the entire draft class. There's always been plus raw power, but Quinn-Irons refined his approach in 2025, resulting in more walks, less strikeouts, and more contact overall. There's definitely swing and miss and chase in this profile. His success as a pro will likely be dictated by how much he hits. He hasn't been tested a ton against premium velocity in his college career.
In 2025, Quinn-Irons put together an eye-popping .419//523/.734 (1.258) line with 16 home runs, 36 stolen bases, a 13.1% walk rate, 15.4% strikeout rate, and a 187 wRC+
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95
SS
Landon Schaefer
18
6'3
180
R/R
Fayettville HS, AR
UP
Schaefer is an up arrow prep infielder out of Arkansas, committed to the University of Arkansas. A projectable frame at 6'3, 180 pounds, there's already above average power in a profile that you'd imagine can add strength in the coming years. There's a lot going on with Schaefer' swing, and he may have to tamp down some of the noise in it to help refine his hit tool, in what is a power over hit profile currently.
Defensively, there's an above average arm here and good actions in the infield. Schaefer may move off shortstop eventually as his size and movement may be better suited to third base. Even a transition to corner outfield may make eventual sense, where the power over hit offensive profile will fit well.
Defensively, there's an above average arm here and good actions in the infield. Schaefer may move off shortstop eventually as his size and movement may be better suited to third base. Even a transition to corner outfield may make eventual sense, where the power over hit offensive profile will fit well.
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96
LHP
Aidan Stillman
18
6'3
190
R/L
Trinity Prep, FL
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Stillman is another projectable left-hander in a class full of them. The Florida native is currently committed to Virginia and has plenty of starter traits. It’s a relatively clean delivery and Stillman repeats well from his higher three-quarters slot. There’s some crossfire and deception in the delivery and he creates an uncomfortable angle for hitters, especially left handers. His fastball will sit in the 90-93 mph range and has touched 95 mph with good action up in the strike zone. Stillman also spins the ball well, his breakers generate spin rates upwards of 2,800 rpms although the curveball and sweeper shapes can become blurred at times. There’s an emerging changeup in the mix here, too for another lefty with starter traits and projection in this class.
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97
LHP
Jared Spencer
22
6'3
195
L/L
Texas
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Spencer is an Indiana State transfer who is a 2025 senior. Although he’ll be 22 on draft day, he caught plenty of attention this season with some tweaks to his arsenal and his stuff taking a step forward for the Longhorns.
It’s a good frame for a starter although there’s a lot of effort in the delivery for me. His fastball will sit in the mid-90s, although he’s run it up to 97-98 mph in shorter stints or when he’s revved up. There’s a firm, upper 80s bullet slider that plenty of teams will value, in addition to a changeup he added this spring. He finished his 2025 season with 52.1 IP, a 3.89 FIP, a 29.3 K%, and a 10.2 BB%.
Spencer was dealt a major blow, missing the culmination of the 2025 season after shoulder surgery in late April.
It’s a good frame for a starter although there’s a lot of effort in the delivery for me. His fastball will sit in the mid-90s, although he’s run it up to 97-98 mph in shorter stints or when he’s revved up. There’s a firm, upper 80s bullet slider that plenty of teams will value, in addition to a changeup he added this spring. He finished his 2025 season with 52.1 IP, a 3.89 FIP, a 29.3 K%, and a 10.2 BB%.
Spencer was dealt a major blow, missing the culmination of the 2025 season after shoulder surgery in late April.
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98
LHP
Talon Haley
19
6'2
200
R/L
Lewisburg HS, MS
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Haley has popped impressively this spring after a strong showing at Super 60 and is one of the better stories in this draft cycle. Since the beginning of high school, he's overcome TJ surgery, a non-Hodgkins lymphoma diagnosis, and internal brace surgery.
While he'll be 19 on draft day, the Vandy commit has plenty going for him. He's shown a velocity pop this spring, hitting 94-95 mph with his fastball from the left side. A well-rounded arsenal is complemented by an above average hammer curveball, a solid slider, and a more fringy/emerging changeup. It's a clean delivery and a quick arm too, allowing for solid/consistent strike throwing. If Haley makes it to campus at Vanderbilt, he'll be sophomore eligible in 2027.
While he'll be 19 on draft day, the Vandy commit has plenty going for him. He's shown a velocity pop this spring, hitting 94-95 mph with his fastball from the left side. A well-rounded arsenal is complemented by an above average hammer curveball, a solid slider, and a more fringy/emerging changeup. It's a clean delivery and a quick arm too, allowing for solid/consistent strike throwing. If Haley makes it to campus at Vanderbilt, he'll be sophomore eligible in 2027.
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99
C
Michael Oliveto
18
6'3
190
L/R
Haupaugge HS, NY
UP
Oliveto was flying under the radar early in the cycle, as cold weather bats often do, but there's no excuse for him to not be a top 100 name on boards at this point, and I'll bet he goes a good bit higher. A commitment to Yale shouldn't be a big obstacle.
A 6 '3, athletic, left-handed hitting catcher, Oliveto has a relaxed setup at the plate, a rhythmic left-handed swing, and a good approach. He put on a show at the MLB Combine, nuking home runs in his BP session that were coming off the bat north of 112 mph, some of the best numbers in the prep class. If you want to ding him for something, it might be a lack of consistent elite competition as a NY high schooler. There's work to do behind the plate too, but he's an outstanding athlete and as such, has a solid chance to stick there.
A 6 '3, athletic, left-handed hitting catcher, Oliveto has a relaxed setup at the plate, a rhythmic left-handed swing, and a good approach. He put on a show at the MLB Combine, nuking home runs in his BP session that were coming off the bat north of 112 mph, some of the best numbers in the prep class. If you want to ding him for something, it might be a lack of consistent elite competition as a NY high schooler. There's work to do behind the plate too, but he's an outstanding athlete and as such, has a solid chance to stick there.
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100
LHP
Ben Jacobs
21
6'1
200
L/L
Arizona State
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Ben Jacobs is another left-handed college starter in a class loaded with them. He started his collegiate career at UCLA (he's a native of SoCal) before transferring to Arizona State ahead of the 2024 season.
When Jacobs is on, he looks the part. It's a good fastball that sits in the 92-94 mph range with good life at the top of the strike zone. He can crank that pitch up to 95-97 mph, but won't usually sit there in games. There's a pair of breakers, an above average slider and a curveball, both of which could be firmed up as he transitions into pro ball (both have generated whiffs). There's also a changeup that sits in the low 80s and has good horizontal action.
There have been some strike throwing inconsistencies for Jacobs, in 2024, it was a 12.4 BB% and it was a similar mark in 2025. There's a smooth, repeatable delivery here, though, and a K% north of 32% in 2025 should excite drafting orgs. It's likely a back end starting pitching profile here with plenty of room for growth with more consistent strike throwing and continued refinement of the secondary pitch shapes.
When Jacobs is on, he looks the part. It's a good fastball that sits in the 92-94 mph range with good life at the top of the strike zone. He can crank that pitch up to 95-97 mph, but won't usually sit there in games. There's a pair of breakers, an above average slider and a curveball, both of which could be firmed up as he transitions into pro ball (both have generated whiffs). There's also a changeup that sits in the low 80s and has good horizontal action.
There have been some strike throwing inconsistencies for Jacobs, in 2024, it was a 12.4 BB% and it was a similar mark in 2025. There's a smooth, repeatable delivery here, though, and a K% north of 32% in 2025 should excite drafting orgs. It's likely a back end starting pitching profile here with plenty of room for growth with more consistent strike throwing and continued refinement of the secondary pitch shapes.
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101
2B/OF
RJ Austin
21
5'11
195
R/R
Vanderbilt
DOWN
Austin is a name who appeared in the 30-50 range on most boards early in the draft cycle who has continued to slip due to poor performance in the SEC. He's undersized but a terrific athlete with a ton of defensive versatility, having played anywhere from second base to center field for the Commodores. He's a plus runner too and a consistent threat on the bases, having swiped 54 in his three collegiate seasons at an 81% clip.
Coming into the season, many evaluators were grading his hit tool as average. Now it looks less solid. There's a ton going on with the swing and Austin has posted a .257/.353/.383 (.736) line with a 7.9 BB%, a 17.6 BB%, and a 72 wRC+ at season's end.. That's going to take him from T40 range to T100 range when it's all said and done. This looks like a utility profile where value is derived from speed and defense as opposed to an everyday player.
Coming into the season, many evaluators were grading his hit tool as average. Now it looks less solid. There's a ton going on with the swing and Austin has posted a .257/.353/.383 (.736) line with a 7.9 BB%, a 17.6 BB%, and a 72 wRC+ at season's end.. That's going to take him from T40 range to T100 range when it's all said and done. This looks like a utility profile where value is derived from speed and defense as opposed to an everyday player.
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102
RHP
Mason Morris
21
6'4
225
R/R
Ole Miss
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Morris has operated primarily as a reliever for Ole' Miss and managed a major breakout in both stuff and results this season. It's a physical frame ideally suited to a starter's workload at 6 '4, 225, so a drafting org may try him as a starter first.
There's two fastball shapes, a four seamer which sits 95-96 mph and can get all the way up to 99 mph, and a low 90s cutter that tends to die at the plate. Morris' four seamer doesn't have great shape so that will be an area of refinement or to work around when he turns pro. There's also a good slider in the mix here which he throws in the upper 80. One asset of Morris' is his ability to put good velocity on his secondary pitches already. In 54.2 IP in the SEC in 2025, he managed a 3.04 FIP, walking 9.2% of hitters (down from 13% in 2024) and striking out 34.1% (up ~10%). He's put himself in the top 100 conversation with his excellent 2025 campaign.
There's two fastball shapes, a four seamer which sits 95-96 mph and can get all the way up to 99 mph, and a low 90s cutter that tends to die at the plate. Morris' four seamer doesn't have great shape so that will be an area of refinement or to work around when he turns pro. There's also a good slider in the mix here which he throws in the upper 80. One asset of Morris' is his ability to put good velocity on his secondary pitches already. In 54.2 IP in the SEC in 2025, he managed a 3.04 FIP, walking 9.2% of hitters (down from 13% in 2024) and striking out 34.1% (up ~10%). He's put himself in the top 100 conversation with his excellent 2025 campaign.
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103
OF
Nolan Schubart
21
6'5
225
L/R
Oklahoma State
DOWN
Schubart was BIG 12 freshman of the year in 2023 and has an offensive profile that relies on enormous raw power. It's top of the scale power, with a max exit velocity north of 116 mph in 2024 to underpin a 23 home run season and an .858 SLG (yes, you read that correctly). Schubart also has a discerning eye at the plate, rarely expanding the zone and ameliorating some of the concerns with the swing and miss in his profile.
Outside of the power, there's few other tools in this profile. There's also a ton of swing and miss. Schubart posted an overall contact rate in the 60s in 2024 and an in-zone rate in the 70s, both concerning. Additionally, it's slow foot speed and a corner outfield profile at best (but more likely first base) defensively.
In 2025, Schubart hit .300/.436/.630 (1.066) with 19 home runs, a 19.2 BB%, a 24.4 K%, and a 139 wRC+. While there’s plus power and a solid approach, the hit tool concerns are real. He’s likely a 50-100 range type profile.
Outside of the power, there's few other tools in this profile. There's also a ton of swing and miss. Schubart posted an overall contact rate in the 60s in 2024 and an in-zone rate in the 70s, both concerning. Additionally, it's slow foot speed and a corner outfield profile at best (but more likely first base) defensively.
In 2025, Schubart hit .300/.436/.630 (1.066) with 19 home runs, a 19.2 BB%, a 24.4 K%, and a 139 wRC+. While there’s plus power and a solid approach, the hit tool concerns are real. He’s likely a 50-100 range type profile.
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104
OF
Nick Dumesnil
21
6'2
205
R/R
Cal Baptist
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Dumensil had an explosive 2024 for Cal Baptist, putting up a 1.142 OPS whilst swatting 19 home runs (41 extra base hits), walking 20 times, and striking out 35 times in 61 games. He carried this incandescent season into the Cape, where he put up an .866 OPS in 36 games. Dumesnil is a tremendous athlete. It's serious bat speed from the right side with a simple swing that underpins a propensity to drive the ball to all fields.
Dumesnil has quality bat-to-ball skills, posting a contact rate north of 90%. While it's not top of the scale power, his 106 mph EV90 provides plenty of impact. The biggest orange flag with Dumesnil is his swing decisions. His swing rate is north of 50% and his chase rate north of 30%, both on the high side. He finished 2025 with a .360/.442/.598 line with 10 home runs and a 144 wRC+. Dumesnil walked 10.4% of the time in 2025 and struck out 19.8% of the time.
He'll need to reign in the aggressive approach some to thrive in pro ball, but the athleticism, bat-to-ball skills, and contact quality is in place.
Dumesnil has quality bat-to-ball skills, posting a contact rate north of 90%. While it's not top of the scale power, his 106 mph EV90 provides plenty of impact. The biggest orange flag with Dumesnil is his swing decisions. His swing rate is north of 50% and his chase rate north of 30%, both on the high side. He finished 2025 with a .360/.442/.598 line with 10 home runs and a 144 wRC+. Dumesnil walked 10.4% of the time in 2025 and struck out 19.8% of the time.
He'll need to reign in the aggressive approach some to thrive in pro ball, but the athleticism, bat-to-ball skills, and contact quality is in place.
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105
RHP
Jayden Stroman
18
6'1
195
S/R
Patchogue-Medford HS, NY
UP
Jayden Stroman is the younger brother of Marcus Stroman. He's a former two-way player who looks like his future will be on the mound, like his brother. Stroman was committed to Duke but flipped to Virginia to follow coach Chris Pollard.
The delivery is clean, easy, and rhthmic from Stroman. It's currently a three pitch mix headlined by a plus fastball. It sits around 94-95 mph but was up as high as 97 mph at the MLB Draft Combine. There's a curveball with some downward bite, a pitch that could be plus in time, and some feel for a changeup. There's a ton to like here between the current stuff, athleticism and Stroman's ability to move. He's been a significant late riser on draft boards.
The delivery is clean, easy, and rhthmic from Stroman. It's currently a three pitch mix headlined by a plus fastball. It sits around 94-95 mph but was up as high as 97 mph at the MLB Draft Combine. There's a curveball with some downward bite, a pitch that could be plus in time, and some feel for a changeup. There's a ton to like here between the current stuff, athleticism and Stroman's ability to move. He's been a significant late riser on draft boards.
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106
SS
Colin Yeaman
21
6'2
200
R/R
UC Irvine
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Yeaman is a JUCO transfer with only a season of D1 baseball under his belt at UC Irvine, but he was the best hitter on a tough Anteater team this season. It's an offensive profile that is anchored in excellent hitting skill, rather than loud physical tools. Yeaman has a good approach, doesn't chase too much, has strong bat-to-ball skills, and has some sneaky pop to boot.
In 60 games in 2025 he managed a .336/.447/.591 (1.038) line with 13 home runs, a 153 wRC+ while striking out 17.4% of the time and walking 12.5%. Defensively, he's a little slow footed but has solid actions and a solid average arm. Yeaman's well rounded offensive skill set lend themselves to a utility infield type role at the big league level. He's circling the top 100 range as we draw towards the end of the draft cycle.
In 60 games in 2025 he managed a .336/.447/.591 (1.038) line with 13 home runs, a 153 wRC+ while striking out 17.4% of the time and walking 12.5%. Defensively, he's a little slow footed but has solid actions and a solid average arm. Yeaman's well rounded offensive skill set lend themselves to a utility infield type role at the big league level. He's circling the top 100 range as we draw towards the end of the draft cycle.
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107
LHP
Frank Cairone
17
6'2
200
R/L
Delsea HS, NJ
UP
Frank Cairone is a cold-weather left-handed prep arm out of Jersey, who still isn't getting the love he deserves on boards two weeks out from the draft. It's a physical frame at 6 '2, 200 pounds who will be 17 on draft day and one of the youngest prospects in the class.
Cairone took a significant velocity pop in 2025 and his fastball will now sit 91-93 mph and touch 94 mph. He pairs it with a sweeping breaker that, while not yet refined, demonstrates the type of spin traits many organizations will covet. Cairone is a Coastal Carolina commit who is a bit under ranked between the developmental step forward he took in 2025, and the outstanding spin traits he demonstrates.
Cairone took a significant velocity pop in 2025 and his fastball will now sit 91-93 mph and touch 94 mph. He pairs it with a sweeping breaker that, while not yet refined, demonstrates the type of spin traits many organizations will covet. Cairone is a Coastal Carolina commit who is a bit under ranked between the developmental step forward he took in 2025, and the outstanding spin traits he demonstrates.
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108
OF
Blaine Bullard
18
6'2
190
S/L
Klein Cain HS, TX
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Bullard is a prep outfielder out of Houston, currently committed to Texas A&M. He'll be on the older side of the prep class on draft day and is a prospect with a fairly wide range of rankings entering the end of the draft cycle.
The switch hitting outfielder is a great athlete with good projection at 6'2, 190. There's plenty of quickness and twitch in his frame and swing. Offensively, it's a gap-to-gap approach with strong bat-to-ball skills and an ability to use the entire field to his advantage. There's some strong supplementary tools, too. Bullard has plus speed, making him a threat on the base paths in addition to helping him cover plenty of ground in the outfield. While he might be a tough sign given his commitment, there's 4 tools here that profile as average or better.
The switch hitting outfielder is a great athlete with good projection at 6'2, 190. There's plenty of quickness and twitch in his frame and swing. Offensively, it's a gap-to-gap approach with strong bat-to-ball skills and an ability to use the entire field to his advantage. There's some strong supplementary tools, too. Bullard has plus speed, making him a threat on the base paths in addition to helping him cover plenty of ground in the outfield. While he might be a tough sign given his commitment, there's 4 tools here that profile as average or better.
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109
2B/3B
Luke Hill
21
6'0
190
R/R
Ole Miss
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Hill profiles as a utility type infielder as a pro after a productive season in the SEC at Ole Miss. After transferring from Arizona State, he handled SEC pitching well in his lone season in the toughest conference in the country.
It's a compact, adjustable right-handed swing with solid infield actions and a good arm. Overall, Hill is the most exceptional athlete but it's a combination of tools and skills that should be able to stick on the dirt somewhere. He put together a .336/.459/.488 (.947) line with 8 home runs while swiping 18 bags. Hill has a solid floor due to a good approach supported by a 15 BB% and a 14 K%.
It's a compact, adjustable right-handed swing with solid infield actions and a good arm. Overall, Hill is the most exceptional athlete but it's a combination of tools and skills that should be able to stick on the dirt somewhere. He put together a .336/.459/.488 (.947) line with 8 home runs while swiping 18 bags. Hill has a solid floor due to a good approach supported by a 15 BB% and a 14 K%.
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110
RHP
Matt Scott
21
6'7
245
R/R
Stanford
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Scott is a fascinating prospect because the stuff and performance have never quite lined up how you might expect. It's an elite frame at 6'7, 245. He looks the part of a starting pitcher who can handle a formidable workload. His arsenal is headlined by an excellent fastball with elite carry. Scott doesn't necessarily always get the best results with it because his command of the pitch can be spotty. There's a split change too in addition to a hard bullet slider he throws in the upper 80s which a number of pro teams will love. It's a solid arsenal of pitches all of which are, at worst, above average, with more in the tank.
He repeats his delivery well for someone his size but the strike throwing has been spotty. In 2025, his back of the baseball card numbers didn’t match some of the underlying metrics. He pitched 52.1 innings, with a 3.37 FIP, a 23% strikeout rate, and a 9% walk rate.
He repeats his delivery well for someone his size but the strike throwing has been spotty. In 2025, his back of the baseball card numbers didn’t match some of the underlying metrics. He pitched 52.1 innings, with a 3.37 FIP, a 23% strikeout rate, and a 9% walk rate.
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111
OF
Jake Cook
22
6'3
185
L/L
Southern Miss
UP
Cook is an exceptional athlete with some of the better supplementary tools in the entire draft class and outstanding questions about the quality of his offensive profile. Standing at 6'3, 185 pounds, Cook is a wiry athlete with double plus speed. He's an absolute burner. This gives him outstanding range in the outfield, which is paired with a strong arm that should allow him to stick in center field for the foreseeable future.
Offensively, bat-to-ball skills are the major headline here. A slap hitter, Cook has excellent contact ability, with a ridiculous 6.3 K% in 2025. There's little extra base impact to speak of. If Cook hits enough, the speed, defense, and bat-to-ball ability will give him a chance for a solid pro career. Cook hit .350/.436/.468 (.905) in 60 games for Southern Miss in 2025.
Offensively, bat-to-ball skills are the major headline here. A slap hitter, Cook has excellent contact ability, with a ridiculous 6.3 K% in 2025. There's little extra base impact to speak of. If Cook hits enough, the speed, defense, and bat-to-ball ability will give him a chance for a solid pro career. Cook hit .350/.436/.468 (.905) in 60 games for Southern Miss in 2025.
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112
OF
Josiah Hartshorn
18
6'2
225
S/L
Orange Lutheran HS, CA
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Hartshorn is a prep outfield prospect out of Southern California currently committed to Texas A&M. It's a profile buoyed by a solid hit/power combo. Hartshorn is a switch hitter who has been limited to long stretches of hitting exclusively left-handed or right-handed due to various nagging injuries to his back and elbow.
The right-handed swing is currently more polished, and Hartshorn could end up with an above average hit and power combo if his development goes well. There's a good arm here too (he's been up to 94 mph on the mound) with the run and field tools grading out as solid average, too.
The right-handed swing is currently more polished, and Hartshorn could end up with an above average hit and power combo if his development goes well. There's a good arm here too (he's been up to 94 mph on the mound) with the run and field tools grading out as solid average, too.
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113
OF
Brock Ketelsen
18
6'4
200
L/L
Valley Christian HS, CA
UP
Ketelsen is a two-way prep player out of California with a ton of projection in what looks like it will be a big league type frame. He's 6'4, 200 pounds and currently committed to Stanford. On the mound it's a loose, repeatable delivery with a fastball that sits in the 88-93 mph range, a curveball in the high 70s and feel for a solid changeup, with pretty consistent strike throwing for a prospect who hasn't spent that much time pitching.
In the field, there's tools to like. He's an above average runner with a plus arm, the type of athletic profile that has a good chance to stick in centerfield defensively. Offensively, it's a profile headlined primarily by a solid approach, good plate discipline and good bat-to-ball skills. One could see more power coming down the line with added size and strength. Signing Ketelsen away from his Stanford commitment might be the most challenging aspect of an appealing athletic profile.
In the field, there's tools to like. He's an above average runner with a plus arm, the type of athletic profile that has a good chance to stick in centerfield defensively. Offensively, it's a profile headlined primarily by a solid approach, good plate discipline and good bat-to-ball skills. One could see more power coming down the line with added size and strength. Signing Ketelsen away from his Stanford commitment might be the most challenging aspect of an appealing athletic profile.
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Nate Snead
21
6'2
195
R/R
Tennessee
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Nate Snead is a right-handed pitcher, originally from Wisconsin, now at the University of Tennessee via Wichita State. In 2025, he made the transition from full time reliever to starter, with solid results.
Snead's arsenal is diverse. He has five pitches he can deploy. It's headlined by an explosive fastball that has been as high as 101 mph but will typically sit 95-97 mph. There's a low 90s cutter, an above average slider, average curveball, and below average changeup.
The diversity of Snead's arsenal and the stuff don't match up with some of his outcomes. He struggles to strike batters out (18.6 K% in 2025) and although he throws plenty of strikes, he gives up hard contact on several of his pitches. Still, it's a 4.01 FIP in 49.2 innings of work. Any drafting organization will need to do some work with sequencing and/or pitch shapes to get the most out of the considerable arm talent.
Snead's arsenal is diverse. He has five pitches he can deploy. It's headlined by an explosive fastball that has been as high as 101 mph but will typically sit 95-97 mph. There's a low 90s cutter, an above average slider, average curveball, and below average changeup.
The diversity of Snead's arsenal and the stuff don't match up with some of his outcomes. He struggles to strike batters out (18.6 K% in 2025) and although he throws plenty of strikes, he gives up hard contact on several of his pitches. Still, it's a 4.01 FIP in 49.2 innings of work. Any drafting organization will need to do some work with sequencing and/or pitch shapes to get the most out of the considerable arm talent.
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Myles Upchurch
18
6'4
215
R/R
St. Albans HS, D.C
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Upchurch is an Alabama commit with an intriguing combination of size and solid present stuff. He's 6'4, 215 pounds with a strong frame and a solid delivery. While the strike throwing can come and go at times, there's time to work out the kinks there.
The fastball will sit in the 91-93 mph range and get up to 95-96 mph with good armside run. There's a sharp slider too, already an above average pitch that generates plenty of miss. There's a curveball here too that's serviceable but could use some additional velocity. Finally, Upchurch employs a changeup which there's work to do to refine. Still, this is a four pitch mix from a great frame with velo that is popping. I think it'll be tough to get him out of his college commitment unless a team is really convicted on his upside.
The fastball will sit in the 91-93 mph range and get up to 95-96 mph with good armside run. There's a sharp slider too, already an above average pitch that generates plenty of miss. There's a curveball here too that's serviceable but could use some additional velocity. Finally, Upchurch employs a changeup which there's work to do to refine. Still, this is a four pitch mix from a great frame with velo that is popping. I think it'll be tough to get him out of his college commitment unless a team is really convicted on his upside.
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Tim Piasentin
18
6'3
205
L/R
Foothills Composite HS, Can
UP
Piasentin is a physical prep prospect out of Alberta with an imposing, 6 '3, 205 pound frame. Piasentin put up one of the more impressive rounds of batting practice and the MLB Draft Combine, underscoring that power is the calling card of the offensive profile. There's some swing and miss in this profile, but that's not uncommon for a prep prospect for whom there's a coat of two of polish to apply.
Defensively, it's a plus arm ideally suited to third base. He's not a great mover, and there's work to do on the actions in the infield. Still, with two plus tools, there's a chance an org takes a chance on Piasentin in the first three rounds and pulls him away from his commitment to Miami.
Defensively, it's a plus arm ideally suited to third base. He's not a great mover, and there's work to do on the actions in the infield. Still, with two plus tools, there's a chance an org takes a chance on Piasentin in the first three rounds and pulls him away from his commitment to Miami.
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Omar Serna
18
6'2
225
R/R
Lutheran South Academy, TX
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Serna has a little Cade Arambide in his profile, he's a prep catcher out of Texas currently committed to LSU. Serna is a right-handed hitter with a ton of pop and some questions about the hit tool that might mean beating the college commitment is tough.
Serna has a leg kick at the plate as a timing mechanism and can drive the ball to all fields. It's a prodigious arm behind the plate too, with a frame that's ideally suited to withstand the grind of everyday catching. Serna doesn’t run well so it might be a first base profile defensively if he doesn’t stick behind the plate. The development of the hit tool will govern his ultimate value. If he hits enough, he could accrue a ton of value between the power and the up the middle defense.
NOTE: Serna withdrew his name from the MLB Draft and will attend LSU.
Serna has a leg kick at the plate as a timing mechanism and can drive the ball to all fields. It's a prodigious arm behind the plate too, with a frame that's ideally suited to withstand the grind of everyday catching. Serna doesn’t run well so it might be a first base profile defensively if he doesn’t stick behind the plate. The development of the hit tool will govern his ultimate value. If he hits enough, he could accrue a ton of value between the power and the up the middle defense.
NOTE: Serna withdrew his name from the MLB Draft and will attend LSU.
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Tanner Franklin
21
6'5
230
R/R
Tennessee
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File Franklin's name under the 'most improved' category in 2025 after transferring from Kennesaw State to Tennessee and ironing out some of the extreme effort in his delivery.
It's a premium pitcher's frame at 6 '5, 230 pounds. His fastball will sit in the mid-90s but has been as 102 mph with big riding life at the top of the zone. Franklin also offers a freakish cutter, a pitch he throws 90-92 mph, one of the hardest in college baseball and one that will appeal to pro teams. There's a slider here too, but the fastball/cutter combination are his two best pitches currently.
Franklin has struck out north of 30% of hitters in both 2024 and 2025, the real development has been the control. In his two years at Kennesaw State, he walked over 20% of hitters. In 2025, that mark was just 5.5%, a truly remarkable improvement. There's still work to do on command and reliever risk in this profile, but if Franklin can continue to develop his arsenal, he has a chance to be a monster arm.
It's a premium pitcher's frame at 6 '5, 230 pounds. His fastball will sit in the mid-90s but has been as 102 mph with big riding life at the top of the zone. Franklin also offers a freakish cutter, a pitch he throws 90-92 mph, one of the hardest in college baseball and one that will appeal to pro teams. There's a slider here too, but the fastball/cutter combination are his two best pitches currently.
Franklin has struck out north of 30% of hitters in both 2024 and 2025, the real development has been the control. In his two years at Kennesaw State, he walked over 20% of hitters. In 2025, that mark was just 5.5%, a truly remarkable improvement. There's still work to do on command and reliever risk in this profile, but if Franklin can continue to develop his arsenal, he has a chance to be a monster arm.
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William Patrick
19
6'2
200
R/R
St. Frederick HS, LA
UP
Patrick is a prep prospect out of Louisiana committed to LSU, who, like some of his peers in his range on draft boards, has strong supplementary tools, with some questions about his offensive profile.
Patrick is an amazing athlete. He competes in three sports in high school (track, football). It's 70 grade wheels with a plus arm. That's a pretty good platform on which to build. Offensively, it's a relatively solid operation in the batter's box. Patrick gets to some really good rotation in his swing, although there have been some contact questions against higher quality pitching.
He could get to above average or even plus power in time, but there's refinement needed in the hit tool here. This might be a tough commitment to break given the Louisiana connection.
Patrick is an amazing athlete. He competes in three sports in high school (track, football). It's 70 grade wheels with a plus arm. That's a pretty good platform on which to build. Offensively, it's a relatively solid operation in the batter's box. Patrick gets to some really good rotation in his swing, although there have been some contact questions against higher quality pitching.
He could get to above average or even plus power in time, but there's refinement needed in the hit tool here. This might be a tough commitment to break given the Louisiana connection.
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Tre Phelps
21
6'2
200
R/R
Georgia
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Phelps was a touted player in high school who made it to campus at Georgia and had an excellent freshman season in Athens, hitting .353/.441/.699 (1.140) with 12 home runs (33 extra base hits). He's one of not many college prospects in the class who demonstrated above average hit and power. He maintained a ~90% in zone contact rate in 2024 (~80% overall). The quality of contact is good too. Phelps posted a max EV north of 112 mph in his freshman season. He is an aggressive hitter, though, who swings frequently and posted a 2024 chase rate approaching 28%. It's likely a corner outfield spot long term with an average arm and fringy speed.
In 2025, things took a step in the wrong direction. Phelps hit .318/.409/.557 (.957) with 10 home runs, an 8.4 BB%, and an 18.6 K%. While not astronomical, his strikeout rate increased sharply, while his wRC+ slipped about 30 points from 2024. There’s still tons of potential here, it just wasn’t the perfect draft-eligible season for Phelps.
In 2025, things took a step in the wrong direction. Phelps hit .318/.409/.557 (.957) with 10 home runs, an 8.4 BB%, and an 18.6 K%. While not astronomical, his strikeout rate increased sharply, while his wRC+ slipped about 30 points from 2024. There’s still tons of potential here, it just wasn’t the perfect draft-eligible season for Phelps.
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Trent Caraway
21
6'2
205
R/R
Oregon State
DOWN
Caraway is a physical, right-handed hitting third baseman hailing from the same high school as former number one pick Royce Lewis. One of the better 2023 prep prospects to make it to campus, Caraway was off to a hot start in 2024 before a broken finger cut short his season. Now eligible as a sophomore, Caraway is an intriguing prospect with hit/power potential.
Caraway posted a .947 OPS in his freshman season and cleared 110 mph exit velocities. There's some swing and miss in the profile, particularly against spin, and there’s enough bat-to-ball issues here to raise concerns that he might never hit enough at the next level. In 2025, despite finishing strong, he had a down season. He hit .267/.350/.370 (.820) with 12 home runs and a disappointing 86 wRC+. Caraway had a 23.1% strikeout rate to boot.
Defensively, he has a big arm. Despite being slow-footed he should be able to stick to third base as a pro. This is a profile that has fallen considerably throughout the cycle. Caraway will have to hit at a high level to ameliorate some of the mediocre supplementary tools. He hasn’t yet shown a consistent ability to do so.
Caraway posted a .947 OPS in his freshman season and cleared 110 mph exit velocities. There's some swing and miss in the profile, particularly against spin, and there’s enough bat-to-ball issues here to raise concerns that he might never hit enough at the next level. In 2025, despite finishing strong, he had a down season. He hit .267/.350/.370 (.820) with 12 home runs and a disappointing 86 wRC+. Caraway had a 23.1% strikeout rate to boot.
Defensively, he has a big arm. Despite being slow-footed he should be able to stick to third base as a pro. This is a profile that has fallen considerably throughout the cycle. Caraway will have to hit at a high level to ameliorate some of the mediocre supplementary tools. He hasn’t yet shown a consistent ability to do so.
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Colby Shelton
22
6'0
185
L/R
Florida
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Shelton returned to Florida after a disappointing junior season pushed him down draft boards last spring. He'll be closer to 23 than 22 on draft day, but there's some solid offensive skills on offer for someone as a money saving senior sign.
Shelton is an infielder, more of a third baseman than a shortstop, with limited running and defensive ability. The value is in the bat in this profile. Shelton showed major swing and miss issues as a junior, a year in which he sported a K% north of 26%. He cut into that this year, bringing it down to 11.8%, while his home run total tanked from 20 to just 7 in 2025.
There's probably a happy medium between these two seasons and approaches. The outcome you're hoping for is a utility profile who can capably cover several infield positions and provide 15-20 home run pop.
Shelton is an infielder, more of a third baseman than a shortstop, with limited running and defensive ability. The value is in the bat in this profile. Shelton showed major swing and miss issues as a junior, a year in which he sported a K% north of 26%. He cut into that this year, bringing it down to 11.8%, while his home run total tanked from 20 to just 7 in 2025.
There's probably a happy medium between these two seasons and approaches. The outcome you're hoping for is a utility profile who can capably cover several infield positions and provide 15-20 home run pop.
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Nico Partida
18
6'0
290
R/R
Pearland HS, TX
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Partida is a two-way prospect currently committed to Texas A&M, with exciting tools on both sides of the ball.
As a hitter, he's posted a contact rate north of 90% in summer events with some pop in the bat, too. It's probably fringe average to average power at best, but he can get into fly balls to the pull side. At shortstop it's solid actions, maybe with some limited range and a plus arm. If he focuses on hitting long term, he's better suited to another spot on the dirt.
On the mound, his velo has taken a jump. The fastball has been up to 97 mph. There's a 'get me over' curveball and an emerging changeup in the mix too. As you might imagine for a prospect with multiple areas of focus, the pitch mix and shapes are an area of refinement.
As a hitter, he's posted a contact rate north of 90% in summer events with some pop in the bat, too. It's probably fringe average to average power at best, but he can get into fly balls to the pull side. At shortstop it's solid actions, maybe with some limited range and a plus arm. If he focuses on hitting long term, he's better suited to another spot on the dirt.
On the mound, his velo has taken a jump. The fastball has been up to 97 mph. There's a 'get me over' curveball and an emerging changeup in the mix too. As you might imagine for a prospect with multiple areas of focus, the pitch mix and shapes are an area of refinement.
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Dean Livingston
18
6'3
185
R/R
Hebron Christian Academy, GA
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Livingston is a projectable prep right-hander out of Georgia currently committed to the University of Georgia. He's continued to grow and add good weight through the draft cycle.
It's a loose, athletic delivery from Livingston, who already has a fastball that's been up to 96 mph. It has good riding life at the top of the zone. He'll also throw a sinker. There's an above average changeup in the mix too, with good fade. The one ding on Livingston's profile is his affinity for spin. While he will throw both a slider and a curveball, he hasn't settled on a consistently effective breaking pitch yet, even with a diverse mix. Livingston has the type of frame you can see easily reaching the upper 90s or triple digits in a few years, if someone can break his commitment to the Bulldogs.
It's a loose, athletic delivery from Livingston, who already has a fastball that's been up to 96 mph. It has good riding life at the top of the zone. He'll also throw a sinker. There's an above average changeup in the mix too, with good fade. The one ding on Livingston's profile is his affinity for spin. While he will throw both a slider and a curveball, he hasn't settled on a consistently effective breaking pitch yet, even with a diverse mix. Livingston has the type of frame you can see easily reaching the upper 90s or triple digits in a few years, if someone can break his commitment to the Bulldogs.
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Malachi Witherspoon
20
6'3
220
R/R
Oklahoma
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Malachi Witherspoon is the twin brother of Kyson Witherspoon and similarly, is a young for the college class 20-year old right handed pitcher out of Oklahoma. In terms of pure arm talent, there's not a ton that separates the twins. It's electric stuff for Malachi.
It's a plus fastball that sits 95-96 mph but can get closer to triple digits when he reaches back for it. There's two breakers, a slider and a curveball, both already above average and generating plenty of whiffs. The warts? It's mostly in control and command. Witherspoon's production (5.00 FIP in 74.1 IP) doesn't match up with the arm talent. Still, a 25.8 K% in the SEC is a strong platform, even if the walks (9.1%) are too many. If an org capable in pitching development gets hold of him, he could be a great pickup.
It's a plus fastball that sits 95-96 mph but can get closer to triple digits when he reaches back for it. There's two breakers, a slider and a curveball, both already above average and generating plenty of whiffs. The warts? It's mostly in control and command. Witherspoon's production (5.00 FIP in 74.1 IP) doesn't match up with the arm talent. Still, a 25.8 K% in the SEC is a strong platform, even if the walks (9.1%) are too many. If an org capable in pitching development gets hold of him, he could be a great pickup.
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OF
Aaron Walton
21
6'3
220
R/R
Arizona
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Walton is a right-handed hitting outfielder who transferred to Arizona after spending his first two collegiate seasons at Samford. It's a good frame at 6'3, 220 pounds. There's a good approach at the plate to go with solid pull side power in what has become a well rounded offensive profile.
Defensively, Walton has enough athleticism to stick in center field. It's above average speed but some rawness with route running that should be refined with pro instruction. The only fringy tool here is the arm. In 2025, Walton hit .320/.437/.589 (1.026) with 14 home runs, 19 stolen bases, a 13.8% strikeout rate and a 135 wRC+. This is an impressively complete outfield profile that should find a home in the first three rounds.
Defensively, Walton has enough athleticism to stick in center field. It's above average speed but some rawness with route running that should be refined with pro instruction. The only fringy tool here is the arm. In 2025, Walton hit .320/.437/.589 (1.026) with 14 home runs, 19 stolen bases, a 13.8% strikeout rate and a 135 wRC+. This is an impressively complete outfield profile that should find a home in the first three rounds.
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Kaleb Wing
18
6'2
180
R/R
Scotts Valley HS, CA
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Wing is a prep-righty out of Northern California currently committed to Loyola-Marymount. He's been a two-way player for most of his amateur career and therefore hasn't focused solely on pitching for long, a fact that could play in his corner with a drafting org.
It's a 6 '2, 180 pound frame that a team will hope they can hang some more good weight on, but he's a slender framed player. Nonetheless, his stuff took a major step forward this spring. His fastball, which previously sat in the upper 80s to low 90s, suddenly popped 95 mph. Additionally, there's a big curveball with good spin and depth, and a changeup that's more developmental. The delivery is solid too. There's a lot to like here with work to be done on the arsenal and developing a consistently usable third pitch. Even so, Wing has shot up boards this spring into day one consideration.
It's a 6 '2, 180 pound frame that a team will hope they can hang some more good weight on, but he's a slender framed player. Nonetheless, his stuff took a major step forward this spring. His fastball, which previously sat in the upper 80s to low 90s, suddenly popped 95 mph. Additionally, there's a big curveball with good spin and depth, and a changeup that's more developmental. The delivery is solid too. There's a lot to like here with work to be done on the arsenal and developing a consistently usable third pitch. Even so, Wing has shot up boards this spring into day one consideration.
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Murf Gray
21
6'4
230
R/R
Fresno State
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Gray is another prospect with a strong collegiate track record coming off a great Cape performance ahead of the 2025 season. He posted an .862 OPS with 10 home runs in 2024, and followed that up with an .867 OPS with 5 home runs in a 38 game stretch for Wareham.
Tools-wise, Gray is an interesting prospect. He has great bat to ball skills, but chases a ton. If he can improve his swing decisions some, there's a lot more in the tank here offensively. Despite his size and athleticism, his upper end exit velocities aren't that exciting. My hunch is that poor swing decisions are too often negatively impacting his quality of contact.
It's a big arm that can easily handle third base but there's work to do on the footwork at the position as he is relatively slow footed. A move to a corner outfield spot could be on the cards long term. Gray finished 2025 on a high, with a .324/.398/.639 line with 18 home runs, a 10.8 K%, and a 132 wRC+.
Tools-wise, Gray is an interesting prospect. He has great bat to ball skills, but chases a ton. If he can improve his swing decisions some, there's a lot more in the tank here offensively. Despite his size and athleticism, his upper end exit velocities aren't that exciting. My hunch is that poor swing decisions are too often negatively impacting his quality of contact.
It's a big arm that can easily handle third base but there's work to do on the footwork at the position as he is relatively slow footed. A move to a corner outfield spot could be on the cards long term. Gray finished 2025 on a high, with a .324/.398/.639 line with 18 home runs, a 10.8 K%, and a 132 wRC+.
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Aidan West
18
6'2
190
L/R
Long Reach HS, MD
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Aidan West is a physical prep shortstop out of Maryland currently committed to NC State. It's a great frame at 6'2, 190 pounds. West is an above average runner and a good mover with fluid actions in the infield. It's to be determined whether he can stick at shortstop or may outgrow the position and move to another spot on the dirt.
Offensively, West has a relatively compact, repeatable stroke. There's good bat speed in the profile and West may get to above average power in time. There's been some swing and miss concerns though, particularly against spin. This is a well balanced prep infield profile, with a good chance to be selected in the first three rounds.
Offensively, West has a relatively compact, repeatable stroke. There's good bat speed in the profile and West may get to above average power in time. There's been some swing and miss concerns though, particularly against spin. This is a well balanced prep infield profile, with a good chance to be selected in the first three rounds.
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LHP
Justin Lamkin
21
6'4
210
R/L
Texas A&M
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In what was a turbulent and disappointing season for Texas A&M, left-handed pitcher Justin Lamkin was a consistent, steady presence. A notable prep prospect in 2022 out of Texas, Lamkin has established a strong track record in the SEC as a junior in 2025.
Lamkin's fastball sits in the 92-93 mph range, but can reach 95 mph. He'll manipulate the pitch successfully around the strike zone and it plays effectively due to a funky delivery and Lamkin hiding the ball well. There's an above average slider here with good two-plane action, and a developing changeup too.
In 2025, Lamkin put together 84.1 IP with a 3.41 FIP while managing a 28% strikeout rate and a stingy 5.4% walk rate. Lamkin profiles as a back-end starter as a big leaguer.
Lamkin's fastball sits in the 92-93 mph range, but can reach 95 mph. He'll manipulate the pitch successfully around the strike zone and it plays effectively due to a funky delivery and Lamkin hiding the ball well. There's an above average slider here with good two-plane action, and a developing changeup too.
In 2025, Lamkin put together 84.1 IP with a 3.41 FIP while managing a 28% strikeout rate and a stingy 5.4% walk rate. Lamkin profiles as a back-end starter as a big leaguer.
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OF
Ryan Wideman
21
6'5
215
R/R
Western Kentucky
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Wideman is a fascinating draft lottery ticket. It's explosive athleticism and outstanding tools, with a lot of rawness in the profile. The former Western Kentucky outfielder recently committed to Clemson for 2026, so he'll have an interesting decision to make depending on where he is drafted.
Wideman production in 2025 (10 home runs, 45 stolen bases, and a 161 wRC+) are an elite set of numbers. There's plus raw power and double plus speed here. It's also tough to know what to make of his hit tool. This season, he chased at an almost 40% rate, with swing and miss both in and out of the strike zone. When he does make contact, he hits it a mile. Wideman's 107 mph EV90 was 92nd percentile in college baseball this year.
There's work to do on the hit tool and swing decisions. The athleticism and tools are hard not to be excited by.
Wideman production in 2025 (10 home runs, 45 stolen bases, and a 161 wRC+) are an elite set of numbers. There's plus raw power and double plus speed here. It's also tough to know what to make of his hit tool. This season, he chased at an almost 40% rate, with swing and miss both in and out of the strike zone. When he does make contact, he hits it a mile. Wideman's 107 mph EV90 was 92nd percentile in college baseball this year.
There's work to do on the hit tool and swing decisions. The athleticism and tools are hard not to be excited by.
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Gabe Davis
21
6'9
235
R/R
Oklahoma State
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Davis is a three year starter at Oklahoma State. It's a unique frame. Davis stands at 6'9, 235 pounds. The ball is coming from a steep angle. In terms of arsenal, it's three pitches, but only two of them are usable currently. His fastball will sit in the 94-96 mph range, but Davis has run it up to 100 mph previously. There's a tight slider he throws in the 88-92 mph range. While Davis has a changeup, that's very much a developmental pitch at present.
There are also strike throwing issues here. Davis is striking out 23.2% of hitters in 2025. That's not as high as you might expect to see for a pitcher with such impressive velocity. Davis walked 12.8% of the batters he faced. That will need to improve significantly if he's to make an impact as a pro.
There's a ton of reliever risk here between the arsenal and the strike throwing, but someone will take a chance on the size and velo somewhere in the first five rounds.
There are also strike throwing issues here. Davis is striking out 23.2% of hitters in 2025. That's not as high as you might expect to see for a pitcher with such impressive velocity. Davis walked 12.8% of the batters he faced. That will need to improve significantly if he's to make an impact as a pro.
There's a ton of reliever risk here between the arsenal and the strike throwing, but someone will take a chance on the size and velo somewhere in the first five rounds.
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Jared Jones
22
6'4
235
R/R
LSU
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Jones has been a notable prospect for several years, back to his prep days and was eligible as a sophomore out of LSU last year. There's clear assets here and some major warts in the profile that limit his ceiling.
It's plus power, both raw and in game. Over three seasons at LSU, Jones has crushed 64 home runs and counting. There's definitely swing and miss in the profile too, he's carrying a 25.9% strikeout rate which, despite the fact that he'll take a walk, is going to limit his draft ceiling. There's also little in the way of other tools (run, arm, and general athleticism). Jones is a defensively solid first baseman, but if you're starting at the bottom of the defensive spectrum, you have to mash. HIs performance in 2025 has backed up a little from 2024. Still, a 123 wRC+ in the SEC is solid and he should attract attention somewhere in the round 3-6 range.
It's plus power, both raw and in game. Over three seasons at LSU, Jones has crushed 64 home runs and counting. There's definitely swing and miss in the profile too, he's carrying a 25.9% strikeout rate which, despite the fact that he'll take a walk, is going to limit his draft ceiling. There's also little in the way of other tools (run, arm, and general athleticism). Jones is a defensively solid first baseman, but if you're starting at the bottom of the defensive spectrum, you have to mash. HIs performance in 2025 has backed up a little from 2024. Still, a 123 wRC+ in the SEC is solid and he should attract attention somewhere in the round 3-6 range.
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3B/OF
Boston Kellner
19
6'0
200
R/R
Hamilton HS, AZ
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Kellner is a hybrid third baseman/outfielder with a track record of impressive thump at the plate. It's a good swing, short and direct to the ball. There's significant pull side power here, although it doesn't always show up in games just yet. Kellner has strong bat-to-ball skills too, underpinned by the simplicity of his swing. He's an above average runner with a solid arm. He's shown solid defense at third base, but it's a profile that could lend itself to defensive versatility given his solid all around tools. He’s currently committed to Texas A&M.
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RHP
River Hamilton
18
6'3
200
R/R
Barlow HS, OR
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Another draft cycle, another projectable arm from the pacific northwest with a ton of projection. Hamilton is a right-handed pitcher who flipped his college commitment from Oregon State to LSU.
It's a great frame at 6'3, 200 pounds with plenty of room for more strength and size to be added. Hamilton has a low effort delivery with a loose arm action. His fastball has been up to 95 mph and one would think there's plenty more in the tank here. There's an above average slider and an average changeup in this profile too.
Hamilton checks tons of boxes for starter traits: good frame, projection, present stuff. His ability to throw this spring has been somewhat limited by injury so it might be tough to break his commitment to LSU.
It's a great frame at 6'3, 200 pounds with plenty of room for more strength and size to be added. Hamilton has a low effort delivery with a loose arm action. His fastball has been up to 95 mph and one would think there's plenty more in the tank here. There's an above average slider and an average changeup in this profile too.
Hamilton checks tons of boxes for starter traits: good frame, projection, present stuff. His ability to throw this spring has been somewhat limited by injury so it might be tough to break his commitment to LSU.
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