Continue reading to learn more about the state of the current sophomore class - a group that's shaping up nicely in the early goings. 4: Naz's journey to 3A title+ No. Bakes impressed a couple different occasions this winter moved up a spot on our board, and 16 spots up the national one. UC Invitational Quick Hits. * Gradual cutting action. 3: Zander Mueth+ No. Sefcik has an impact right-handed bat, plays any position on the diamond and has even started on the mound when needed. The uncommitted 6-foot, 195-pound right-hander emerged as one of the top power arms in the Midwest when he topped at 93.3 mph with his fastball, via TrackMan. 5: Inaugural IL State Games+ No. Arm-side movement with the ability to locate in the zone. 16, is now listed at a defined, athletic, 6-foot, 180-pounds and took one of the more polished rounds of BP at the event. Illinois Illinois Rankings IL High School Baseball Rankings # School Ovr. A host of projectable players with some polish at an early age is seen throughout the list in California with talent featured all over the state. He flashed dynamic stuff on the mound; up to 88 mph with a hard-biting 75-76 mph curveball that spins at an average of 2667 rpm and an impact right-handed bat. The former intern is back in a more senior role to help relay useful data captured back to players and evaluators. Shooter Hunt 2025 High School Pos Rankings State Rankings. Rose sits towards the top of the batting order and is athletic enough to play all over the diamond but his preferred spot is behind the plate. The state's top juniors will be on display at The MAX on Saturday. Heres a report from that event, published inside our Quick Hits (March 29): one of the more physically impressive prospects in the 2023 class. 11 OF. 2 and 3, RHP/SS Carter Smith (Bishop Verot HS, FL) and SS Jacob Kendall (Bartram Trail HS, FL), a Florida recruit, each present the type of upside that could ultimately bolster them into the top overall spot. IL Clemson baseball fell 13-6 on Sunday, which meant a third straight loss to UCF at home. Email us now. 2/21/23 2: Noah Schultz+ No. Top-10 Most-Viewed Profiles+ No. The PBR logo and Prep Baseball Report Covering All the Bases of High School Baseball are federally registered trademarks of Prep Baseball Report. *Rankings for 2023 Grad and younger are available to Crosschecker Rankings & Scouting Reports and Scout subscribers. Generally straight with the ability to fill up the zone. Back to Ranking Index. IL The recent UIC commit has a chance to be a two-way player at the next level, possessing a highly-athletic arm on the mound and clean right-handed swing. Butler started at shortstop this past spring as a freshman and was on the barrel a number of times in our looks this summer. By: DJ Cadden. Find out where your teams stands. Karson Stiefer, Prairie Ridge (IL), 2025 Positional Profile: LHP/1B Body: 5-10, 147-pounds. The imposing 6-foot-4, 210-pounder is more than just the stuff as he also exhibits advanced pitchability, and already looks the part of a starter at the next level. The recent Ole Miss commit (ranked No. Defensively, he is a steady defender with a clean arm that plays at 82 mph across the infield. Schmitke has a solid all-around game with middle-of-the-order potential with the bat and the actions, hands and arm to play anywhere on the infield. Also, a standout on the gridiron, Head is a dynamic athlete who should continue to be a mainstay towards the top of the 2023 rankings over the next few years. Top-10 Most-Viewed Profiles+ No. at the PBR Future Games in August where his present strength and bat speed provided firm contact to all fields. 7 and 12 respectively. His feet work quick and clean out of the crouch with an advanced glove-to-hand release. T2029, 1780 average rpm. compare his ceiling to the likes of a pair of big leaguers. Site By: PUREi. (Bartram Trail HS, FL), a Florida recruit, each present the type of upside that could ultimately bolster them into the top overall spot. + Two upside right-handed arms, RHP Ryan Schaffnit (Morton) and RHP/1B Connor Blue (OFallon), come in at No. OR CB: 64-68 mph. Strong lower body with superior strength in his forearms and hands. 9: First state win for North Clay+ No. California, always a hotbed for talent, checks in with a state best 31 players in the top 250, including 20 in the top 100. The state's top 2025 and 2026 talent will all be under one roof this Saturday at The MAX. He looks to be one of the top bats in the class that should impact a middle-of-an-order moving forward. Putty pounded the zone with all of his offerings, including a fastball that sat 76-82 mph with minimal effort and occasional jump through the zone. T1848, 1663 average rpm. 2 ranked team in the state, Marist. Generally straight. Roman continues to add physicality to his 6-foot-2, 185-pound, wide-shouldered frame and as a result he features some of the best pull-side power in the class. Colt Langdon Millbrook (Raleigh, NC) 6-7 / 205 . 2/28/23 Wheeler has a 6-foot-3, 165-pound, long lanky build with quick twitch qualities. FB: T80, 77-80 mph. 1. #2 Matthew Sem |5-11 G| Fargo North/Inspired Athletics. About Us; Staff; Camps; Scuba. T1830, 1689 average rpm. 2020 Best NFL Football Players in Illinois (0) 2020 . By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data. The depth of talent, and astounding physical ability, is seen throughout the entire list. Dynamic down the mound with elasticity, the delivery is polished and compact with the arm stroke working free and continuous to a loose whip that delivers from a slot. It shouldnt be a surprise following his performance at the Underclass Invitational, but Mueth has the makings of the kind of player who can run the table at the top of the rankings throughout the remainder of this class prep career. A unique combination of physicality and athleticism, combined with highly advanced tools, have Barczi as one of the top 2023s on the market in Illinois. * FB: T75, 72-74 mph. Rankings Menu for 2023 Class National Player Rankings By Grad Year select Clear filters *Disclaimer: PG cannot 100% guarantee the accuracy of the verbal college commitments listed below. No matter what level or stage in development that each player might be at, PBR is committed to being there for every step of the way. Vice President, Scouting. + While Bakes rose over a dozen spots nationally, OF, (Joliet Catholic; Louisville) is almost up 100 spots. Outside of the top-10 there were a number of revelations this winter that caused some high-end talent to rise towards the top of the class. Lean, athletic build. Defensively, he is a steady defender with a clean arm that plays at 82 mph across the infield. High Choice (76) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. Initial 2025 Overall Rankings Release Fri December 3, 2021 Shooter Hunt Vice President, Scouting + CLICK FOR TOP 250 Each year, a new crop of players is ushered into the high school ranks, stepping into the big hallways for the first time as wide-eyed freshmen. While he showed plus arm strength for his age, his ability to spin the baseball may be his biggest separator. Athletic frame. SOUTH CAROLINA 2024 RANKINGS RELEASE + 2024 State Rankings Release + 2024 Overall Rankings Release; SOUTH CAROLINA 2026 RANKINGS RELEASE + 2026 State Rankings Release + 2026 Overall Rankings Release + Mid-ATL & Carolinas Rankings Preview; SOUTH CAROLINA RANKINGS + 2023 Rankings + 2024 Rankings + 2025 Rankings + 2026 Rankings; SC DIRECTOR'S LISTS PBRPlus Lean build. His showing at that event invoked PBR Executive Director Sean Duncan to compare his ceiling to the likes of a pair of big leaguers who passed through the early days of Prep Baseball Report events. His fastball sat in the upper 70s with cutting action, while his curveball played with 11/5 shape and late breaking action. The PBR logo and Prep Baseball Report Covering All the Bases of High School Baseball are federally registered trademarks of Prep Baseball Report. It is a fluid, easy, twitchy swing that stays compact and works with natural lift to the pull-side. His changeup was his best secondary offering this day, featuring arm-side fade with feel for the bottom of the zone at 70-71 mph, while also throwing a low-70s breaking ball that spun off an 11/5 plane. Taking a look at some of the players that stood out to our scouting staff from the Peoria Preseason ID. 13 OF Xavier Neyens (Mount Vernon HS, WA), an Oregon State recruit, and IF Ethan Holliday (Stillwater HS, OK), an Oklahoma State recruit, among others, stand out in an early glimpse of the class as a whole. Ronald Acua Jr., OF (27) As much as I love Juan Soto, it's hard not to have Ronald Acua atop this list. RHP Josh McDevitt (Effingham, 2023) is the latest breakout arm this evening. 1 second baseman Ozzie Albies led the National League with 189 hits while batting .295/.352/.500 with 43 doubles, 24 home runs and 15 steals in a 5.2-WAR season in . Check out the player rankings on RecruitingNation.com. By Andy Sroka and Drew Locascio in early October but his biggest statement came at the St. Louis Open a few weeks later. Long, loose-bodied frame. Was also up to 88 on the bump in last nights playoff game. 1: Two prep 1st rounders in MLB Draft+ No. The 5-foot-11, 170-pound left/left prospect has top-end speed that plays up on the diamond and he is ultra-aggressive on the bases. T1394, 1394 average rpm. The Iowa commit has a starter profile and features some of the best spin-metrics in the class. 2: E'ville are state 4A champs, again+ No. 8: JCA's first 2A state title+ No. Arm Action: RH. This comes even with California natives, OF Dean Moss (IMG Academy, FL), a Vanderbilt recruit, and LHP/OF Noah Franco (IMG Academy, FL), a Mississippi State recruit, representing the state of Florida at Nos. Projected Top-25 Players for Fantasy Baseball in 2025. His compact physicality generates advanced right-handed bat strength, and it translates to premium arm strength from behind the plate. All rights reserved. T1893, 1576 average rpm. + C/RHP Blaine Williams (Tremont; Illinois commit) made a push into the Top-15 in the state with his showings this summer. Delivery: Tall and fall delivery, stays tall at release creating a downward angle on the hitter. Both continue to make big strides to their games and had their strongest showings to-date, at the event. From those first hits in the spring to the summer circuit and fall championships, and to see the hard work put in during the off-season, PBRs boots-on-the-ground scouting staff will be there. CUT: 73-77 mph. Generally straight. 4: Naz's journey to 3A title+ No. 3: Zander Mueth+ No. Hes a power athlete who adds a 6.80 run time and 93 mph arm to his profile. Bonilla broke out at the Illinois Summer Championships showing an advanced left-handed bat that should be followed closely moving forward. ELITE 30 Rankings - 2025 Class: Chris Hansen & Brandon Clay : 2022-12-30 13:49 : ELITE 60 Rankings - 2024 Class: Staff CLICK HERE to purchase a PBRPlus Subscription, 2023 Prep Baseball Report. Delivery: Starts with feet staggered (right foot closer to third base), drop-and-drive lower-half that glides into his stride. 6 in the state after a strong summer that included an invitation to the PBR Future Games, where he was one of the top bats on the roster. From the Hip: Super 60 Standouts (Pitchers) Lean build. is yet another high-end prospect who has been standing out on varsity this spring. + OF/RHP Liam Arsich (Lincoln-Way Central, 2025) is a highly-projectable 6-foot, 135-pound two-way prospect. Back to Ranking Index. 2/24/23 2025 Illinois HS Basketball Player Rankings | Prep Girls Hoops Illinois 2025 Rankings WL indicates Watch List Access all of Prep Girls Hoops Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. *Rankings for 2023 Grad and younger are available to Crosschecker Rankings & Scouting Reports and Scout subscribers. Bishops present ability to work both sides of the plate with intent on a fastball that has been up to 89 mph along with aptitude for a sharper slider lends well to future advancements made as he continues to mature. These rankings contain some of the best travel baseball teams in the country and is comprised of the top travel baseball teams across the United States. But this class has hardly revealed itself, and with the fall season over, we look forward to seeing all the progressions made in the off season, and especially for the impact in the high school season next spring, From the Hip: Super 60 Standouts (Pitchers), From the Hip: Super 60 Standouts (Position Players), The Sports Factory of NEPA / White Mills, PA, Preseason All-State: Upperclass (Invite Only), The Cougars win in the bottom of the 7th to open 2023 with a win. A Clemson quarterback target in the class of 2025 announced his Spring visit schedule on Monday morning. Arguably the biggest winner from this years showcase circuit: C Colin Barczi (Naperville Central, 2023). Heres his latest scouting report featured in the April 14 edition . Also, a standout on the gridiron, Head is a dynamic athlete who should continue to be a mainstay towards the top of the 2023 rankings over the next few years. The PBR logo and Prep Baseball Report Covering All the Bases of High School Baseball are federally registered trademarks of Prep Baseball Report. 10 in the class. High Choice (1) Pos Ht / Wt Rating Status. Wed August 31, 2022 IL Log in Arm Action: RH. 2025 Players; Underclass Players. 6.69 runner in the 60, 101 mph Max EV, topped 83 mph from the crouch. CH: 60-61 mph. Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform The long, projectable, 6-foot-3, 185-pound two-way prospect showed well in both areas but it is hard to deny his upside on the mound .Rosenkranz has a short clean arm action that plays from a high slot. Rankings Menu for 2027 Class National Player Rankings By Grad Year select Clear filters *Disclaimer: PG cannot 100% guarantee the accuracy of the verbal college commitments listed below. UC Invitational Quick Hits, , took one of the biggest leaps towards the top of the class, jumping 18 spots, now sitting at No. 7: Homegrown stars thrive in MLB+ No. Generally straight with the ability to fill up the zone. Who are the best California high school football players from the class of 2025? Taking a look at some of the players that stood out to our scouting staff from the Peoria Preseason ID. + Barczi has been a standout performer with an arrow up next to his name for the last couple of months and the trend only continued with his showing at the Underclass Invitational. On the mound, he impressed in his stint, showing a clean, polished delivery and uninterrupted arm action that plays over-the-top. + Notre Dame commit, RHP Ryan Hussey (Providence Catholic) was another winter standout who has been getting his first taste of varsity baseball this spring. McHale, Brooke; Lady Dukes Gold Torres; RHP/1B, 089. 5: Inaugural IL State Games+ No. Sefcik repeats his right-handed swing well with on-time barrel feel that lives in the zone for a long time. + Zion Rose (Brother Rice; Louisville) remains the top-ranked position player in the states 2023 class, and he is ranked inside the national top-50 as well. The state's top 2025 and 2026 talent will all be under one roof this Saturday at The MAX. All International; 2019 International; . (McHenry) was one of the top two-way prospects we saw all winter long. T1854, 1706 average rpm. FB: T81, 79-80 mph. 5: Sebastian Wilson+ No. + CLICK FOR TOP 250Each year, a new crop of players is ushered into the high school ranks, stepping into the big hallways for the first time as wide-eyed freshmen. Commitments. Each year, a new crop of players is ushered into the high school ranks, stepping into the big hallways for the first time as wide-eyed freshmen. Sefcik, ranked No. Sausers curveball has topped at 2669 rpm in the past. Caden Sladek, Huntley (IL), 2025 Positional Profile: RHP/OF Body: 6-2, 215-pounds. Sean Gamble (IA/FL)The depth of talent, and astounding physical ability, is seen throughout the entire list. Ryan Montgomery, out of Findlay (OH), is a four-star in the class of 2025 according to Rivals and () 2026 Players; 2027 Players; 2028 Players; 2029 Players; International Prospects. 90696 players have committed to college and counting. 4: Naz's journey to 3A title+ No. Ranking Last Updated 2/10/2023. Stat leaders from the more traditional categories taken at last week's Peoria Preseason ID. Regardless, the Golden State reloads, with power-armed two-way slugger RHP/3B, (Vista Murrieta HS, CA), an LSU recruit, leading the way. Head plays a lock-down center field and hits towards the top of the No. 8: JCA's first 2A state title+ No. All rights reserved. Bakes impressed a couple different occasions this winter moved up a spot on our board, and 16 spots up the national one. (Providence Catholic) was another winter standout who has been getting his first taste of varsity baseball this spring. + Matt Sauser (Normal University) is a 6-foot-2, 160-pound right-handed pitcher with one of the highest-ceilings in the class. 15u Rankings USA Prime Nationall (TX) MBA 2026 Scout (FL) ZT Prospects (CA) DBacks Elite Alexander/Perry (MI) MVP Hustle Black (CA) ZT Elite (TX) Canes Florida Clutch (FL) Wow Factor National (TN) Texas Twelve Black (TX) Stars Baseball Camp (VA) Michigan Bulls- Hermelyn (MI) MCBC Hit Dogs Scout-Leonard (MI) Top Tier Biondich (IL) Thrown with fastball intent, mainly straight but kept towards the bottom of the zone. On the mound, Nohava has a clean arm action that plays short and easy. ANNOUCEMENT: Eitan Leff Named Technical Lead of PBR's Data Team. 7: Dillon Head+ No. Top college prospects from Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma State, Texas, Texas Christian, Vanderbilt and Virginia. 1-ranked team in the state on our Power 25, and sophomore C Ryan Bakes (South Carolina) has been heavily involved in the teams 18-1 start to their season. (Mount Carmel; Oklahoma) is another physically-imposing arm who rounds out the Top-10. 1: Owen Murphy+ No. Cohn, a 5-foot-10, 180-pound, twitchy, C/RHP ran his fastball up to 88 mph on the mound and showed off that same strong arm multiple times from behind the plate. Photo: Kristi Ulrich Kristi Ulrich Photography. 11 Sean Gamble (IMG Academy, FL), No. 5: Sebastian Wilson+ No. On Wednesday, July 7, the PBR Illinois staff travelled to Ozinga Field in Crestwood, IL, to host the 2025 Top Prospect Games. 1: Owen Murphy+ No. 4: Naz's journey to 3A title+ No. 2 and 3, RHP/SS. 4 overall, RHP Sam Cozart (Wesleyan Christian Academy, NC), a Mississippi State recruit, has shown the ability to dominate older competition thanks to a full arsenal of power stuff that includes a low-90s fastball. 48: James Brown Video | Scouts . With so much projection left on the frame, there is clearly lots to be excited about, and given his ability to produce spin on the baseball, look for Mueth to continue taking big strides forward in the future. Elijah Griffin Savannah Christian Prep (Savannah, GA) 6-3.5 / 270. + While Bakes rose over a dozen spots nationally, OF Trey Swiderski (Joliet Catholic; Louisville) is almost up 100 spots. The uncommitted 6-foot-1, 185-pound, right-hander has been getting starts this spring for No. Offensively, he creates lift and leverage from the right side of the plate. On Wednesday, July 7, the PBR Illinois staff travelled to Ozinga Field in Crestwood, IL, to host the 2025 Top Prospect Games. The 6-foot-2, 200-pound backstop is an imposing right-handed hitter with 6.69 60 speed and some of the best power in the class. There are four years before graduation (and the 2025 MLB Draft), and PBR is eager to be along for the ride, providing the most credible and up-to-date information on this class, and all things amateur baseball. Rank Player Pos Ht / Wt Rating Team. Essex is one of the top uncommitted names in the states 2025 class. (Brother Rice; Louisville) remains the top-ranked position player in the states 2023 class, and he is ranked inside the national top-50 as well. Here is what Shooter Hunt had to say about Mueth in the updated 2023 overall rankings story (12/22/20): There was no doubting that Mueth would see a velocity uptick when PBR first saw him this fall as the wiry-thin and athletic 6-foot-4, 170-pound right-hander comfortably worked in the mid 80s and had 88 mph whenever he needed it. The 6-foot, 175-pound, left-handed hitting showed arm strength behind the plate with on-the-bag accuracy, popping at 2.01-to-2.04 during his workout. Stat leaders from the more traditional categories taken at last week's Peoria Preseason ID. The event helped sort out some of top prospects in the state at an early age, as well as serving as a last chance identifier for the Junior Future Games at LakePoint in Cartersville, GA, July 29 - Aug 1. Defensively, he has sure hands and a strong arm that played at 87 mph across the diamond. Flashed arm-side fade. T1632, 1473 average rpm. T1660, 1597 average rpm. 5: Sebastian Wilson+ No. By: Drew Locascio + A quartet of high-follow infielders to know in the Top-30 of the updated rankings are 3B/C Dominic Bonilla (Hope Academy), Brady Green (Oak Park-River Forest), DaMaurion Butler (Kenwood) and Ryne Dzierzynski (Grant). Rose has an impressive combination of strength/speed/power and an innate ability to find the barrel with authority in game. The velo stands out on its own, as he sits 89-91, but the ease in which he does it separates him from others. He then attended our Illinois State Games, where he bumped his fastball up a tick, peaking at 91.4 mph in his first inning of work. It is still really early for the crop of sophomores in Illinois, however, the state's 2023 class is looking strong at the top with depth throughout. (Marist) are all uncommitted position players who made a statement this winter and have carried it over to the spring. 1 overall prospect in this class: RHP Zander Mueth (Belleville East; Mississippi commit). Recruiting Database. (Glenwood), both Louisville commits, remain at the top of the 2023 class in Illinois. Projectable frame. Natanek continues to profile as one of the top middle infielders in the state with a strong overall feel for the game, plenty of arm strength for shortstop and a repeatable, line-drive stroke at the plate with competitiveness and a mature approach. #1 Mason Klabo |6-0 G| Fargo Davies/Team Tyus. Almeyda rounds out the top five. 10: Team IL undefeated at FGs, 2023 Prep Baseball Report. *Rankings for 2023 Grad and younger are available to Crosschecker Rankings & Scouting Reports and Scout subscribers. Illinois 2023 Rankings Updated Thu May 13, 2021 By Andy Sroka and Drew Locascio Illinois Staff After a long winter showcase season - and about a month of live looks this IHSA season - we're expanding and updating the state's Class of 2023 Rankings. 6: Parker Detmers+ No. The uncommitted catcher is listed at a strong, wide-shouldered, 6-foot-1, 185-pounds. CH: 60-61 mph. CB: 58-63 mph. Bauer erupted at our Top Tier Scout Day this summer and followed that up with an eye-popping performance at The Rock. Loose/efficient arm action, high 3/4 slot. New Jersey SS Luis Ayden Almeyda (PCTI, NJ) already looks the part at 6-foot-2, 180 pounds with big power potential from the right side to go along with advanced glove-to-hand abilities on the infield along with a strong (88 mph) arm across. At the plate, it is a fluid, quick right-handed bat with sneaky pull-side power and his arm strength plays well behind the plate. By Drew Locascio Rankings Menu for 2025 Class National Player Rankings By Grad Year select Clear filters *Disclaimer: PG cannot 100% guarantee the accuracy of the verbal college commitments listed below. 2: Noah Schultz+ No. Thrown with fastball intent. Schmitke has a solid all-around game with middle-of-the-order potential with the bat and the actions, hands and arm to play anywhere on the infield. 3: Historic season for POTY Murphy+ No. The new No. Six other 2023 prospects emerged as uncommitted high-follows from the loaded Underclass Showcase this fall and earned a spot in our updated rankings. Class of 2025; Class of 2026; Class of 2027; Future RISE Players; Rankings. Perhaps the most exciting part, and a big reason for being slotted in the top spot, Griffin exhibits aptitude to make adjustments which, combined with his eye-opening athleticism, should only help provide for the ability to reach even greater heights in coming years. 1: Two prep 1st rounders in MLB Draft+ No. 16, is now listed at a defined, athletic, 6-foot, 180-pounds and took one of the more polished rounds of BP at the event. CH: 68-69 mph. FB: T75, 72-74 mph. Arm Action: RH. The 6-foot-3, 175-pound southpaw donned Team Illinois jersey at the PBR Future Games as an underclassman, running his fastball up to 90.4 mph, pitching in the upper-80s across two dominant looks. Class of 2025 College Commitments - 550 now posted. 19. ELITE 30 Rankings - 2025 Class: Chris Hansen & Brandon Clay : 2022-12-30 13:49 : ELITE 60 Rankings - 2024 Class: Staff Cameron Boozer Christopher Columbus HS (Miami, FL . Up-To-Date State Rankings (1/17/2023) FAQs 2023 Invite Only 8-15u! Perhaps the most exciting part, and a big reason for being slotted in the top spot, Griffin exhibits aptitude to make adjustments which, combined with his eye-opening athleticism, should only help provide for the ability to reach even greater heights in coming years. Though still developing consistency with his breaking ball, Bauer spins it at 2,400+ RPM on average, and his aptitude to spin at that level of raw spin right now suggests relative upside with the pitch moving forward. FB: T76, 74-76 mph. His showing at that event invoked PBR Executive Director Sean Duncan to. 1-ranked team in the state on our Power 25, and sophomore C. (South Carolina) has been heavily involved in the teams 18-1 start to their season. PBRPlus Jack Wheeler, Morris (IL), 2025 Positional Profile: SS/RHP Body: 6-3, 165-pounds. Stat leaders from the final event of our winter calendar, broken up by upperclass and underclass. 8: George Wolkow+ No. Site By: PUREi, Peoria Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis, University of Evansville - Evansville, IN, Bo Jackson's Elite Sports Dome - Lockport, IL, Rantoul Family Sports Complex - Rantoul, IL. 3/01/23 As well as the players who are on the rise in the class. 10 prospect in the state is still harnessing his command but he sat 90-92 mph, touching 93, (reaching a 2,573 rpm max spin rate) in his bullpen while featuring an above-average changeup and an aggressive slider at 79-83 mph (2,357 rpm max) that flashed wipeout potential. 8: George Wolkow+ No. Rose has an impressive combination of strength/speed/power and an innate ability to find the barrel with authority in game. Complimenting his fastball, Rosenkranz used an 11/5 breaking ball that flashed sharp action throughout his pen. Check out the Prep Redzone 2025 California Watch List. CH: 68-69 mph. Gradual 1/7 shape, short action at times. + SS Jackson Natanek (Brother Rice) stays put just at No. T2177, 2096 average rpm. 2026 Players; 2027 Players; 2028 Players; 2029 Players; International Prospects. The state's top juniors will be on display at The MAX on Saturday. The 5-foot-11, 152-pound Bauer has a loose, clean upside arm action, creates deception in his delivery and showed one of the better breaking balls on the day; a sweeping 63-65 mph with shape and occasional bite. At the Underclass Invitational this winter, Sauser pounded the bottom part of the zone behind an 87-89 mph fastball and paired it with an advanced curveball and slider, both of which spun at 2300+ rpm. He attended the Underclass Invitational and put on one of the most powerful rounds of batting practice we saw from any prospect this winter and of any age. Patrick Ebert and Burke Granger Fall Report 2022 Fall Report: Illinois Patrick Ebert Fall Workouts Fall Nuggets: Mississippi State, Illinois, Nebraska, UConn, Iowa, Troy, Illinois St., HPU, Indiana St. D1 Baseball Staff Analysis 2022 Top 100 Programs: By The Numbers D1 Baseball Staff Summer Baseball Northwoods Showcase: Who Were The Top Pitchers? Taking a look at the players that stood out to our scouting staff from the Lockport Preseason ID. This 2025 invite-only event featured around 30 of the top 2025 prospects in Illinois, that we have seen to-date. Bauer sat 75-79 mph with his fastball. Sefciks bat looks to be his calling card and this spring he has done a little bit of everything for the No. Both have repeatable swings and above-average bat-to-ball skills with plenty more to come as they continue to physically develop. 13 UTIL/ATH Cal Sefcik (Marist) are all uncommitted position players who made a statement this winter and have carried it over to the spring. The right-handed hitter, has a simple, repeatable swing and recorded a max exit velocity of 92.34 mph during BP. Read below for all the individual player analysis from this event. Evan Stinson, N/A (IL), 2025 Positional Profile: OF/3B Body: 5-9, 158-pounds. 7: Homegrown stars thrive in MLB+ No. The imposing 6-foot-4, 210-pounder is more than just the stuff as he also exhibits advanced pitchability, and already looks the part of a starter at the next level. That same arm plays well on the mound where he sits comfortably in the mid-to-upper 80s. Occasional arm-side movement. Gradual 11/5 shape with downer break. (Wesleyan Christian Academy, NC), a Mississippi State recruit, has shown the ability to dominate older competition thanks to a full arsenal of power stuff that includes a low-90s fastball. (13) 2025 Prospects (13) More. 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