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Draft  | State Preview | 6/9/2017

State Snapshots: New England

Photo: Stephen Slade

 


Perfect Game 2017 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: UConn Avery Point
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Amity Regional

Top 2018 Prospect: Tim Cate, lhp, Connecticut
Top 2019 Prospect: Mason Feole, lhp, Connecticut

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Bobby Valentine, ss, Rippowam HS, Stamford (1968, Dodgers/1st round, 5th 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)
2016 Draft: Anthony Kay, lhp, Connecticut (Mets/1st round, 31st pick)


2016 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 8/8
Junior College Players Drafted/Signed: None
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 2/2

PROSPECTS IN THE TOP 500:
  • Willis Montgomerie, rhp, UCONN (192)
  • Eric Ostberg, c, Hartford (297)
  • John Russell, rhp, UCONN (326)
  • Willy Yahn, 3b, UCONN (431)
  • Benjamin Casparius, ss, Staples (435)
  • Gavin Wallace, rhp, Fairfield (439)

Maine


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
 Maine
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Falmouth

Top 2018 Prospect:
 Jeremy Pena, ss, Maine

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Billy Swift, rhp, University of Maine (1984, Mariners/1st round, 2nd pick)
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
2016 Draft: Sam Dexter, ss, University of Southern Maine (White Sox/23rd round)


2016 DRAFT OVERVIEW

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


Massachusetts


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

Prospect on the Rise: Matt Tabor, rhp, Milton
Wildcard: Donovan Casey, of/rhp, Boston College

Best Out-of-State Prospect, Massachusetts Connection:
 Tyler Wilson, rhp, Rhode Island

Top 2018 Prospect: Mike Vasil, rhp, Boston College HS
Top 2019 Prospect: Matt Gill, rhp, Boston College

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Joe Coleman, rhp, Natick HS (1965, Senators/1st round, 3rd 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)
2016 Draft: Justin Dunn, rhp, Boston College (Mets/1st round, 19th pick)


2016 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 12/11
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 1/1

PROSPECTS IN THE TOP 500:

  • Matt Tabor, rhp, Milton Academy (56)
  • Donovan Casey, of/rhp, Boston College (156)
  • Brian Rapp, rhp, Boston College (369)

New Hampshire


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
Franklin Pierce
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Exeter

Top 2018 Prospect: Bryce Reagan, 3b, Souhegan Coop HS

 

HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Chris Carpenter, rhp, Trinity HS, Manchester (1993, Blue Jays/1st round, 15th pick)
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)
2016 Draft: Duncan Robinson, rhp, Dartmouth (Cubs/9th round)


2016 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 7/6
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 1/1


Rhode Island


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
 Bryant
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: South Kingstown

Top 2018 Prospect: Nick Angelini, of, Bryant
Top 2019 Prospect: Jimmy Titus, ss, Bryant


HIGHEST DRAFT PICKS

Draft History:
Bill Almon, ss, Brown University (1974, Padres/1st round, 1st pick)
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)
2016 Draft: Matt Albanese, of, Bryant (Twins/7th round)


2016 DRAFT OVERVIEW

College Players Drafted/Signed:
 5/5
High School Players Drafted/Signed: 2/0

PROSPECTS IN THE TOP 500:

  • James Karinchak, rhp, Bryant (207)
  • Tyler Wilson, lhp, Rhode Island (493)

Vermont


BEST COLLEGE TEAM:
Southern Vermont
BEST HIGH SCHOOL TEAM: Burr & Burton

Top 2018 Prospect: Leif Bigelow, rhp, Brattlesboro HS


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)
2016 Draft: No selection
 

2016 DRAFT OVERVIEW

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



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2027 Draft: Prep Demographic Breakdown

Ryan Miller
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The 2027 MLB Draft cycle is still in its early stages, but the overall makeup of the class is beginning to come into focus. With the first version of our Top-100 board out, we took a closer look at positional demographics from both college and prep players within the class.  Let’s kick things off with a deep dive into the prep class.  Prep Right-Handed Pitchers  Top Ranked Players: George Ferguson, Abilene (TX) | Brogan Witcher, Liberty (CA) | Ethan Gustus, Roseville (CA) | Cullen Scott, Melissa (TX) | Striker Pence, Corona (CA) | Samir Mohammed, Tampa Jesuit (FL) Potential Sleepers: Brennan Neal, Brookstone (GA) | Andrew Carlson, Trinity Classical Academy (CA) | Calum Andersen, Vauxhall Academy of Baseball (CAN) | Gavin Henderson, Boiling Springs (SC)    High speed look at the FF-CH from '27 RHP George Ferguson (TX)... #PGAAC @Texas_PG...
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WWBA Champ. Pool Preview & Release

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It's the time of the year again when nearly every golf cart in the United States, or so it feels, flocks to Roger Dean and crowds the backstops, getting one last look at the top players in the country before the spring season. Below our staff breaks down every pool as we are set to release them in 10 minute increments, starting with Pool A and working all the way down to Pool DD. Once again laying claim as the champion of "Jupiter" will be no easy task as every pool game will be a battle just to advance to the bracket where the intensity of each pitch will multiple 10-fold.   Pool A Team Top Pos. Player RK Class Top Pitcher RK Class Location East Cobb/SD Padres ST Underclass Myles Tate 109 2028 Luke Crowder 174 2028 Marietta, GA Lonestar Baseball Club - National - 2027 Braylon Jones 309 2027 Owen Sieve 500 2027 Austin, TX Spects National 2027 Gominsky Charlie Sarsfield 99 2027...
Tournaments | Championship | 9/28/2026

ZT National Takes Down Sophomore

Hannah Jo Groves
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ZT National Prospects Hold Out to Win 2026 WWBA Sophomore Championship In a game that kept everyone guessing until the very end, the ZT National Prospects won the 2026 WWBA Sophomore Championship over Wow Factor/Toronto Blue Jays Scout Team 8-7. Over the past few days of the tournament, the usually cruel southwest Florida weather had been unusually kind - but the warmth of the sun had still taken energy out of both championship teams. They had finished hard-fought semifinal matches before walking from the backfields of JetBlue Park to the big-league stadium. Enzi-Yaw Otieku threw the first pitch for ZT National at 11:43 a.m. - and this highly anticipated championship match-up was underway. The first three outs came quickly for the ZT National Prospects with their defensive chemistry and strength on display right away. ZT’s head coach, Carlos Avila, expressed his happiness with his...
Tournaments | Story | 9/28/2026

WWBA Sophomore Scout Notes: Day 4

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WWBA Sophomore Scout Notes: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 Lukas Klipper (2029, Clearwater, Fla.) was electric at the plate, collecting six hits, highlighted by a monstrous home run off the batter's eye in his second game. High-level left-handed hitter with a really easy swing and functional actions. Klipper lived on the barrel throughout the game and showed off his run-producing ability in huge situations.  Lane Ayars (2029, Mount Juliet, TN) got the starting nod in round two and did not disappoint. The 6’4” left-handed pitcher tossed three scoreless innings, striking out four and allowing zero hits. Fastball up to 90 mph with some heavy arm-side run, with a slider that consistently was in the zone. Also collected two hits at the plate, showcasing a very simple approach.  Frankie Pagano (2029, Waukee, IA) was electric in relief, tossing three scoreless innings while...
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WWBA Sophomore Scout Notes: Day 3

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WWBA Sophomore Scout Notes: Day 1 | Day 2 Ronin McCrea (2029, San Diego, Calif.) had an all-around performance at the plate, going two-for-two with two singles, two runs scored, and three RBIs. The right-handed hitter displayed a short, compact swing with a direct and efficient path to the baseball. McCrea showed excellent barrel control throughout the game, consistently producing hard line-drive contact to all parts of the field. Jayson Blanco (2029, Homestead, Fla.) was dominant on the mound, tossing a five-inning no-hitter while striking out six. The right-handed pitcher worked down the mound efficiently with a smooth, fluid delivery that helped him consistently attack the strike zone. Blanco featured a fastball that sat in the low-80s with sneaky life to it at the top of the zone, while mixing in a slower slider that generated swing-and-miss. Parker Miller (2029, Burleson,...
Tournaments | Story | 9/26/2026

WWBA Sophomore Scout Notes: Day 2

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WWBA Sophomore Scout Notes: Day 1 Rhys Jones (2029, Mc Lean, Va.) was absolutely dominant on the bump to start off day 2 hanging an impressive 10 strikeouts in 5 innings. Running the heater up to 84 with arm side run and the breaking ball got swings and misses. The strike percentage stayed right over 55%, and he carried a no hitter into the 6th. Easy arm action with a high 3/4 slot and controls the move down the rubber.  Jevan McMenamy (2029, Fargo, N.D.) was all around solid today tallying two hits, an rbi, and a walk. In the box he works to the middle of the field in the approach and can elevate to all fields. Coils deep into the back hip and works through contact with strength. Quick feet around the bases and the barrel is fast.  Khian Escalana (2029, Ankeny, Iowa) was a heavy producer in this one collecting three hits, two of those being doubles. Also drove in three RBIs...
Tournaments | Story | 9/24/2026

Windy City Fall Classic Scout Notes

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‘28 LHP AJ Minderman (IL) works 5 stellar innings to finish what he started. He punched out 7 and was efficient in the zone. FB 75-78 CH 70-71 SL 69-71. Used Offspeed pitches as a weapon and in all counts. #WCFClassic pic.twitter.com/fpeRs3AK7k — Perfect Game Illinois (@PG_Illinois) September 21, 2026 AJ Minderman (2028, Geneva, Ill.) a 6-foot-1, 140-pound left-handed pitcher worked all five innings of his game on Sunday in impressive fashion. He punched out seven opposing hitters and allowed no runs. He showed great composure with runners aboard, stranding anyone who reached. He worked out of the stretch with a big leg kick and did a nice job of working downhill on the mound. The fastball was 75-78 mph and he used it heavily to the glove side. He kept the fastball down early and set hitters down by throwing it at the top of the zone. His changeup (70-71 mph) was used as his...
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WWBA Sophomore Scout Notes: Day 1

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'29 CIF Benjamin Mills (FL) absolutely loses this baseball across the street for a loud HR (101 EV/424'). Huge juice w/ ball explodes coming off. #WWBAWorlds @Florida_PG @PSTeams_ pic.twitter.com/0WUgIqyr6t — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) September 25, 2026 Benjamin Mills (2029, Miramar, Fl.) showed off some extremely impressive juice in the 8 PM match. The corner infielder blasted an absolute no-doubter out to left field, exploding off of the barrel and soaring deep into the night sky. The ball came off with a 101 MPH exit velocity and traveled 424 feet, bouncing across the street. Mills is built extra strong and physical, creating easy strength. The impact upside is significant and it should be fun to track how the power continues to develop. '29 SS Todd Dulaney (IL) crushes this ball off the LF fence for a loud 2B (93 EV). Simple parts & the impact comes easy....
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South Jupiter Qualifier Scout Notes

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Joshua Digulio (2027, Mont Belvieu, Texas) was a breakout performer for Texas Brigade 2027 - Gafford. Went 10-18 with a pair of doubles and a home run, while plating nine runs. Also showed some serious flashes defensively behind the plate. Physical frame with plenty of bat speed. Flatter bat path with a pull-side approach, geared towards backspinning with authority. Athletic backstop with tons of offensive upside. Dylan Buck (2027, Friendswood, Texas) put on a show for Up Top Prospects. Drove in 11 runs while going 5-11 with a pair of triples and a multi home run game on Saturday. Loose actions with a strong lower half. Adjusts well and generates plenty of torque as he works uphill. Serious power upside on display this weekend with more in that physical frame. Clyde Votaw (2027, Texas City, Texas) had a quality outing on the bump for Up Top Prospects. The Angelina College commit threw a...
Softball | Softball Tournament | 9/23/2026

PG Softball Twin Cities Elite Scouting Showcase

Ashley Mears
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2026 PG Softball Twin Cities Elite Scouting Showcase September 19th, 2026 Ashley Mears BLAINE, MN- Rain may have shortened the weekend but it didn’t shorten the competition. The tournament was STACKED with some of the top teams from South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin. The 16u division came down to Midwest Speed 16U Nat’l Chell taking home the trophy and shutting out a tough MN Sting National-Makela team. The 18U division came down to Midwest Speed 18u Nat’l Koltes loaded team out slugging Mission 18u National. 16U Taitum Kostecka (2028 Princeton, MN) of Midwest Speed 16U Nat’l Chell was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player for the second consecutive year. Kostecka is a speedy left-handed power hitter who is one of the toughest outs around, as she did not strike out a single time throughout the weekend. Starting in an open stance, she uses a...
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Southeast Jupiter Qualifier Scout Notes

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Justin Mills (’27, Braselton, Ga.)- the 6-foot, 190-pound right-handed pitcher tossed a 6-inning complete game shutout for Dingers Scout in a 7-0 win over ECB Astros 18U Navy. The uncommitted Jackson County High School product struck out 12 batters and only walked one while controlling the zone at a 61% strike rate. Mills ran his fastball with arm side run up to 89 mph and consistently worked ahead in counts to stifle the Astros Navy lineup. He coupled it with a tight slider that showed late depth in the mid-70s to record eight swings-and-misses on the offering. A brilliant effort from Mills as he worked east and west while reading swings and avoiding barrels.   Brayden Barrett (’27, Canton, Ga.)- the 6-foot-1, 190-pound right-handed pitcher struck out six batters over 3 and 1/3 innings of relief for ECB Astros 18U Navy to get the win over Dirtbags Southeast. The...
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