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Draft  | State Preview | 6/2/2016

State Snapshots: New England

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Perfect Game 2016 MLB Draft Preview Index

South Atlantic
– FL, GA, NC, SC

Southeast – AL, KY, MS, TN
South Central – AR, LA, OK, TX
Mountain – AZ, CO, ID, MT, NV, NM, UT, WY
Pacific – AK, CA, HI, OR, WA
Great Plains – IA, KS, MO, NE, ND, SD
Great Lakes – IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI
Mid-Atlantic – DE, DC, MD, NJ, NY, PA, VA, WV
New England – CT, ME, MA, NH, RI, VT
Canada and Puerto Rico



Connecticut


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
Connecticut
BEST JUNIOR COLLEGE TEAM: Connecticut-Avery Point
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Brunswick School

Best Out-of-State Prospect, Connecticut Connection:
 Aaron Civale, rhp, Northeastern
Top 2017 Prospect: Benjamin Casparius, ss/rhp, Staples HS
Top 2018 Prospect: Tim Cate, lhp, Connecticut

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Bobby Valentine, ss, Rippowam HS, Stamford (1968, Dodgers/1st round, 5th pick)
2011 Draft: George Springer, of, University of Connecticut (Astros/1st round, 11th pick)
2012 Draft: L.J. Mazzilli, 2b, University of Connecticut (Twins/9th round, 280th pick)
2013 Draft: Thomas Milone, of, Masuk HS, Monroe (Rays/3rd round)
2014 Draft: Sean Newcomb, lhp, Hartford (Angels/1st round, 15th pick)
2015 Draft: Max McDowell, c, Connecticut (Brewers/13th round)

2015 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 7/7
Junior College Players Drafted/Signed: None
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 3/0

PROSPECTS IN THE TOP 500:

Anthony Kay, lhp, Connecticut (43)
• Matt Cleveland, rhp, Windsor HS (118)
• Patrick Ruotolo, rhp, Connecticut (361)
• Thomas Jankins, rhp, Quinnipiac (494)



Maine


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
 Maine
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Stevens Academy

Top 2017 Prospect: Justin Courtney, rhp, University of Maine
Top 2018 Prospect: Danny Casals, 3b, University of Maine


HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Billy Swift, rhp, University of Maine (1984, Mariners/1st round, 2nd pick)
2011 Draft: Taylor Lewis, of, University of Maine (Pirates/10th round)
2012 Draft: Jeff Gibbs, rhp, University of Maine (Diamondbacks/9th round)
2013 Draft: Mike Fransoso, ss, University of Maine (Pirates/27th round)
2014 Draft: No selection
2015 Draft: No selection

2015 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 None
High School Players Drafted/Signed: None



Massachusetts


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
Boston College
BEST JUNIOR COLLEGE TEAM: Northern Essex
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: St. John's

Best Out-of-State Prospect, Massachusetts Connection:
 Ben Bowden, lhp, Vanderbilt
Top 2017 Prospect: Donovan Casey, of, Boston College
Top 2018 Prospect: Mike Vasil, rhp, Boston College HS

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Joe Coleman, rhp, Natick HS (1965, Senators/1st round, 3rd pick)
2011 Draft: Tyler Beede, rhp, Lawrence Academy, Groton (Blue Jays/1st round, 18th pick)
2012 Draft: Anthony Melchionda, ss, Boston College (Cardinals/14th round)
2013 Draft: Joe Mantoni, rhp, Merrimack College (Reds/18th round)
2014 Draft: Isan Diaz, ss, Springfield HS (Diamondbacks/2nd round)
2015 Draft: Chris Shaw, 1b, Boston College (Giants/1st round, 31st pick)

2015 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 14/12
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 3/2

PROSPECTS IN THE TOP 500:

• Justin Dunn, rhp, Boston College (33)
• Aaron Civale, rhp, Northeastern (126)
• Mike King, rhp, Boston College (242)
• Dustin Hunt, rhp, Northeastern (291)
• Zach Kirby, rhp, Framingham State (339)
• Jon Escobar, rhp, Holy Cross (490)




New Hampshire


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
Franklin Pierce
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Oyster River

Top 2017 Prospect: Kyle Holbrook, of, Dartmouth
Top 2018 Prospect: Grant Lavigne, 1b/3b, Bedford HS

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Chris Carpenter, rhp, Trinity HS, Manchester (1993, Blue Jays/1st round, 15th pick)
2011 Draft: Jordan Cote, rhp, Winnisquam Regional HS, Tilton (Yankees, 3rd round)
2012 Draft: Joe Sclafani, ss, Dartmouth College (Astros/14th round)
2013 Draft: Mitch Horacek, lhp, Dartmouth College (Orioles/9th round)
2014 Draft: Calvin Graves, of, Franklin Pierce College (Cubs/27th round)
2015 Draft: Ryan McKenna, of, St. Thomas Aquinas HS (Orioles/4th round)

2015 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 1/0
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 1/1

PROSPECTS IN THE TOP 500:

Kobie Taylor, of, Portsmouth HS (351)
• Jay Jabs, 3b, Franklin Pierce (414)
• Justin Valdespina, rhp, Southern New Hampshire (431)
• Tim Viehoff, lhp, Southern New Hampshire (441)
• Manny Cruz, ss, Southern New Hampshire (460)



Rhode Island


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
 Bryant
BEST JUNIOR COLLEGE TEAM: CC of Rhode Island
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Bishop Hendricksen

Best Out-of-State Prospect, Rhode Island Connection:
 Mike King, rhp, Boston College
Top 2017 Prospect: Brian Ginsberg, ss, Brown

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Bill Almon, ss, Brown University (1974, Padres/1st round, 1st pick)
2011 Draft: Matt Colantonio, c, Brown University (Padres/22nd round)
2012 Draft: Chris Pickering, lhp, Rhode Island (Giants/32nd round)
2013 Draft: Jeff Roy, of, Rhode Island (Pirates/18th round)
2014 Draft: Kevin McAvoy, rhp, Bryant (Red Sox/4th round)
2015 Draft: Kyle Wilcox, rhp, Bryant (Mariners/6th round)

2015 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 4/4
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 1/0

PROSPECTS IN THE TOP 500:

Matt Albanese, of, Bryant (237)



Vermont


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
Southern Vermont
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Rutland

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Kirk McCaskill, rhp, University of Vermont (1982, Angels/4th round)

2011 Draft: No selection
2012 Draft: No selection
2013 Draft: No selection
2014 Draft: No selection
2015 Draft: Rayne Supple, rhp, Champlain Valley Union HS (Cubs/38th round)

2015 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 None
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 1/0



Draft | Prospect Scouting Reports | 6/22/2026

MLB Draft Reports: 400-500

Michael Albee
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MLB Draft Board: Top 500 400. Michael Barnett, RHP, UCLA R-R, 6-4/210, Lafayette, CA Previously Drafted: Never Drafted Michael Barnett has started games over the last four years for the Bruins, including 44 starts over the past three seasons. The fastball does not overpower hitters, but can generate ground balls at a high rate. A heavy fading changeup is the primary secondary pitch and plus offering. Barnett will use it often and miss bats at a high clip with it. A low-80’s slider adds a third offering. Barnett does not generate a ton of strikeouts, but pounds the zone and fills innings.  401. Connor Marshburn, RHP, UNC Wilmington R-R, 6-6/240, Cary, NC Previously Drafted: Never Drafted Connor Marshburn features an XL frame at 6-foot-6, 240-pounds. The right-hander throws from a low slot and attacks hitters with an east/west mix. The fastball works up to 94 mph with armside...
Tournaments | Championship | 6/22/2026

Hot Bats Help AZBC 2027 Take Title

Emily Hicks
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After three days of competition, the 2026 BCS Challenge concluded with a championship matchup between AZBC 2027 EB and AZ Aztecs at Goodyear Ballpark. AZBC 2027 EB came out victorious with a 12-1 win for the tournament title. AZBC 2027 EB took control early, plating 4 runs in the 2nd inning after Aztecs put 1 on the board in the 1st. The offense continued to build momentum throughout the game, capitalizing on hitting and aggressive base running. Leading the way offensively was Griffin Gregory, who finished 2-3 with 2 doubles and 2 runs scored. He got the game started for AZBC with a double lined out to left in the top of the 1st inning, getting the crowd and dugout going. Additionally, Beau Zacher, a top 500 ranked player,d went 2-2 with 1 double and 2 runs score, though he wasn't the only one to help out the offense. Logan Sanchez went 2-2 with 2 doubles and 1 run scored and hit .714...
Tournaments | Story | 6/19/2026

14u/15u Midwest World Series Notes

Perfect Game Staff
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Aiden Weishaar (2029, Geneso, Ill.) physical power bat put together one of the most productive offensive performances of the event, showing big impact off the barrel with advanced strength and leverage through the swing. Collected six hits including two doubles and two home runs while driving in 13 runs, consistently doing damage in run-producing situations. Creates loud contact with present pull-side juice and projects for significant power as the frame and strength continue to mature. Middle of the order offensive profile with the ability to change the game with one swing. Also stood out on the mound with a dominant 7 inning performance, punching out 11 hitters while working efficiently throughout the outing. Fastball ran up to 86 mph with good life through the zone and showed the ability to consistently attack hitters and miss bats. Highly intriguing two-way prospect whose combination...
Tournaments | Story | 6/19/2026

14u WWBA Returns to Hoover

Kinley Kitchens
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One of the most anticipated events on the summer travel baseball calendar returns this week as the 2026 Perfect Game 14U WWBA National Championship gets underway in Hoover and the surrounding Birmingham area. Now in its 19th year, the tournament has established itself as the premier event for 14U players across the country, annually attracting some of the top young talent in amateur baseball. This year’s championship will feature 129 teams competing for a national title, continuing a tradition that has seen organizations such as East Cobb Astros, Team Elite, USA Prime, SBA Bolts National, and defending champion ZT National Prospects take home the trophy. As always, the field is loaded with elite prospects, many of whom are already becoming familiar names within the Perfect Game community. Starting off strong with Christopher Cabrera, the No. 1 overall player and No. 1 third baseman...
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UBC West Scout Notes: Days 5-7

Perfect Game Staff
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UBC West Scout Notes: Days 1-2 | Days 3-4 Impressive performance on both sides from Cole Migaki, working 5 and striking out 3 w/o allowing a walk for the ND. FB 81-83 T85, BB 73-74 #UBCWest https://t.co/nSIx0UVQY7 pic.twitter.com/t2zXIpPLCO — Perfect Game California (@California_PG) June 16, 2026 Cole Migaki (2029, Vancouver, Wash.) Migaki is a high-end prospect, putting that on display with one of the more consistent performances at the 15u UBC West.  He totaled five hits, drove in four and walked six times to only two strike outs to help lead the Baum Bats to the title.  He has a projectable frame 6-foot-1, 170-pounds with strength throughout.  The right-hander made an appearance on the mound, throwing five-innings and striking out three without allowing a walk.  The fastball was up to 86 with run and coupled it with a sharp breaking ball in the...
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Road to the 2026 17U BCS Title

Emily Hicks
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This weekend, 11 teams will take the field for the 2026 17U BCS Challenge, a three-day event that brings together programs from across the country for a full slate of pool play and bracket action. With games beginning Friday and a champion crowned Sunday, the format leaves little room for slow starts, making every inning important from the opening pitch. The field features a mix of established programs and rising teams. With so many evenly matched rosters, there’s not much separation heading into the weekend, which puts importance on pitching depth, defensive consistency, and timely hitting. Pool play will quickly determine seeding, and even one loss can shift a team’s path heading into bracket play. One of the teams expected to be in the mix is Hawaii Elite 2G 17U National, a group that is 6-3 overall and ranked as “Honorable Mention” on the Perfect Games...
Draft | Rankings | 6/19/2026

PG Draft: Top 500 Update

Tyler Henninger
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Softball | Softball Tournament | 6/18/2026

PG Softball Stars Over Florida Showcase 14U Division

Erica Beach
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PG Stars Over Florida Showcase Clearwater, FL June 13-14, 2026   CLEARWATER, FLORIDA- Perfect Game Softball made its official debut in the state of Florida this past weekend at Eddie C. Moore sports complex. The weather was perfect, and the atmosphere was right for some great softball. We had many college coaches of all levels attend and our National Scouting Director was on hand to evaluate and highlight the athletes. We are excited for future events and the ability to promote and highlight the great athletes in the southeast! Below we highlight the 14U division where we had teams representing three states.     14U Division   Zoey Salas (2030, RHP/1B Windsor, CO) of the Colorado Angels 14U Breed was a standout player all weekend. She was a strong two-way player who proved to be a consistent force on both sides of the ball. Offensively, this left-handed hitter starts...
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PG Aggieland Showcase

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PG Aggieland Showcase College Station, Texas June 13-14, 2026 Scouts: Brynn Baca & Karlie Milburn COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS- Perfect Game Softball was excited to return to College Station for the second annual Aggieland Showcase last weekend.. Some great competition was seen over the three age groups. We had two scouts on site to evaluate and highlight some of the athletes who caught their eyes. Thank you to all teams and players who competed so hard! Below we highlight those athletes who impressed our scouts. 18U Division Elizabeth Posada- Elizabeth Posada is a 2028 two-way player from Houston, Texas, competing for Aztecs Premier who brings an intriguing combination of offensive upside and athletic versatility. At the plate, Posada recently went 4-for-8 on the weekend, continuing to show consistency and offensive awareness. She sets up with a slightly open, wide stance and does a...
Tournaments | Story | 6/18/2026

Big Talent on Display at City of Palms

Alyssa Golden
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The fifth annual PG City of Palms Championship is set to take place in Fort Myers, Florida, from June 19-22, featuring teams from the 15U-18U age divisions. The four-day event will showcase some of the top talent in the state, including several nationally ranked prospects who have already made their presence felt this summer season. Before tournament play begins, here’s a look at some of the highest-ranked players expected to compete this weekend. Leading the group is catcher Nico Ayars in the 16U division. Ayars enters the weekend as the No. 135 player nationally, the No. 3 catcher in Florida and the No. 20 catcher in the country. Through 22 games this summer with Turn 2 Garcia, the right-handed hitter owns a .887 OPS while batting .306 with a .438 OBP and a .449 SLG. Ayars has collected 15 hits while driving in 12 runs and scoring 13 times. Ayars’ teammate, right-handed...
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