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High School  | Rankings | 11/5/2020

2021 Prep Class Rankings Risers Part 1: Hitters

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The #1 spot stays the same as Jordan Lawlar (2021 Irving, TX) performed from the start of the summer all the way through the Perfect Game All American where he notched a pair of hits. Unfortunately, he did not come to the WWBA World Championships to end his outstanding travel ball career. There were some small shake ups in the top ten. Brady House (2021 Winder, GA) earns the #2 spot as he clubbed seventeen extra base hits in 47 at bats this Fall. He was simply outstanding at the WWBA on both sides of the ball and showed grit and toughness in key spots that had a lot of scouts in attendance buzzing. Joshua Baez (2021 Boston, MA) and Marcelo Mayer (2021 Chula Vista, CA) make small jumps: Baez for his immense ceiling and Mayer for his steady play and overall strong profile. Kahlil Watson (2021 Wake Forest, NC) made the largest jump to get into the top-10, as he jumped nearly ten spots to number nine. He did not hit under .350 during any event in 2020 and put a stamp on his meteoric rise at the WWBA when he hit .429 with a double and homerun that traveled 411 feet, at literally the most scouted event of the showcase circuit in 2020. He can run, defend, and hits for both average and power from the left side.

Alex Mooney (2021 Rochester Hills, MI) was the MVP of the Perfect Game All American Classic and keeps trending up. His slight bump is from the length and range he showed at the WWBA in the middle of the field coupled with the consistent hit/power production, with twitch in the wrists on offense. This goes along with his huge physical projection remaining as his frame has not really started filling out.



Gavin Conticello (2021 Coconut Creek, FL) moves in to the top-40 as the loose left-handed swing that was sure to find its power form, showed up in a big way this Fall. He raked all fall and showed consistent pull power at each stop.

Lonnie White (2021 Coatesville, PA) always got glowing reviews for his overall athleticism and if 2020 is any indication of what he is capable of, watch out. The reigning WWBA National Championship MVP did not slow down after a strong Summer. The right-handed hitter had some of the highest exit velocities at the WWBA World Championships and hit a home run that landed in the lake at the 5-Plex which is very rarely done. The athleticism stands out but his consistent performance cannot be ignored.

Carson Williams (2021 San Diego, CA) enters the top-50 after bringing home the MVP hardware at the WWBA World Championships. His balanced effort on both sides of the ball showed current polish while also screaming future upside. While Williams displayed a real hit tool and it’s easy to see the budding power as he matures. To cap things off, he was up to 94 mph on the mound with a power slider as he pounded the strike zone during his three innings of work.

Carlos Pena (2021 Bayside, NY) has shown prodigious power in batting practice and it translated to games this fall. The 1.655 OPS is only part of the story as he made loud contact to all parts of the field and capped it off by a majestic home run over the right centerfield wall. That left-handed power has huge carrying clout.

Alex Ulloa (2021 Cutler Bay, FL) and Colson Montgomery (2021 Holland, IN) jumped way up in large part because of their ability to hit. Ulloa has an aggressive style of play and will do anything to win. His line drive approach helped split gaps quickly this fall and he has more thump that you would expect, as he blasted a home run 393 feet at the WWBA. Montgomery has a sweet left-handed stroke with an accurate barrel and huge future loft potential. The beautiful 6-foot-4, 190 pound frame makes you dream pretty big as well.

James Triantos (2021 McLean, VA) just reclassified form the 2022 class up to the 2021 class. This coming off a WWBA World Championship where he blistered opposing pitchers on his way to hitting .526 with a double and two home runs. One of them traveling 424 feet. He also was spectacular on the bump throwing five scoreless innings while striking out eight. He sat 90-92 mph, held his velocity, and had one of the higher spin rate sliders at the event.

Ryan Spikes (2021 Lilburn, GA) and Cameron Cauley (2021 Mont Belvieu, TX) slide into the top-100 for their overall production and feel for the game. They both profile in the middle infield and bring a top of the order hit plus run combination that seems to always show up. The production matches the high baseball IQ’s they bring to the dugout.

Jacob Walsh (2021 Las Vegas, NV) has massive left-handed juice and destroyed a ball at the WWBA 104 off the bat that traveled 411 feet. The consistency in Fort Myers was the more impressive part as he brought a comfortable and relaxed approach on his way to hitting .400 at the event.

James Tibbs III (2021 Marietta, GA) had a solid WWBA but makes the jump into the top-150 thanks to his consistent power he showed from the left side all fall. There is some big power in the strong hands of Tibbs and he didn’t miss much throughout the end of the 2020 circuit.

Davis Diaz (2021 Pittsburg, CA) could be considered a sum-of-the-parts type player as he seems to be in all the right spots and do all the right things. Knowing the hit tool has always been there, the power started showing up in Fort Myers. The sure hands have always been there, but the range and twitch on defense stood out big at the WWBA too. Diaz has all the components one can pin a balloon on.

Jordan McCants (2021 Cantonment, FL) is simply one of the fastest prospects in the country. He uses it well on both sides of the ball and he knows himself, for now. There is still plenty of room to add strength in the wiry frame and if the impact comes as the speed stays you will watch him continue to soar.

Cole Russo (2021 Tampa, FL) has always had great bat-to-ball skills. As he has worked on his body, the left-handed hitter is moving better and starting to elevate. The catching continues to approve weekly as well.

Gabe D'Arcy (2021 San Clemente, CA) has a strong and chiseled 6-foot-3 frame that catches your eye pretty quickly. He is an explosive runner that will give him a chance to stay in centerfield and the powerful right-handed stroke shows glimpses of what he is capable of, though he is not a finished product.

Jaden Rudd (2021 Lynn Haven, FL) is lauded for his pure hit tool. He can hit to all fields but impressively and consistently hit extra base hits to the opposite field gap. The left-handed hitter had a monster summer and can also run his fastball up to 91 mph, just in case he ever needs that.

High School | General | 7/1/2026

PG High School All-Americans

Tyler Russo
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High School Top 50: Final Update With the High School season all wrapped up, today we take a look at our First, Second and Third Team All-Americans from around the country. Below you'll find three teams with stats that seem otherworldly from players who'll likely hear their names called in the coming week's MLB Draft. Within the "Notable Stats" section you'll see the individual award winners as well. First Team All-American Pos.  Name Class School State Commitment Notable Stats C Cole Prosek 2026 Magnolia Heights MS Ole Miss .595 BA, 18 HR, 79 RBI 1B Will Adams 2026 Hoover AL LSU .489, 13 HR, 52 RBI IF James Tronstein 2026 Harvard-Westlake CA Vanderbilt .531, 10 HR, 29 RBI, 21 XBH IF Grady Emerson 2026 Fort Worth Christian TX Texas .508, 8 HR, 56 RBI, 34/35 SB, National POY IF Jacob Lombard 2026 Gulliver Schools FL Miami .477, 10 HR, 52 R, 42 H, 14 SB OF Martin Shelar 2026 Marist GA...
Tournaments | Story | 7/2/2026

Freedom Classic Opens Holiday Weekend

Alyssa Golden
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More than 30 teams from the 14U-18U age divisions will head to Fort Myers, Florida this Fourth of July weekend for the seventh annual Perfect Game Freedom Classic. The tournament, running July 3-6, features several nationally ranked prospects from across the country as teams look to compete for a championship. Headlining the field are twin brothers Derek and Ryan Yormark of Merrick, New York. Right-handed pitcher Derek Yormack is the No. 51-ranked player in the class of 2027, the No. 1 player in New York and the No. 5-ranked right-handed pitcher in the country. First baseman Ryan Yormark comes in just behind his twin brother as the No. 3 overall player in New York, the No. 5 first baseman in the nation and the No. 90-ranked player nationally. Both brothers are committed to Vanderbilt. Derek Yormark has established himself as one of the top two-way prospects in the 2027 class. He has run...
Tournaments | Story | 7/1/2026

16u Elite Scout Notes: Days 3-5

Perfect Game Staff
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16u Elite Scout Notes: Days 1-2  ‘28 AJ Bonnette (TX) with 7 Ks thru 4 IP thus far, living 89-91 w/ heavy traits. Filling up all four quads & attacking hitters early in counts. Mixing a slurvy breaker & turning the CHG over well. @PG_Uncommitted #NatElite @Texas_PG pic.twitter.com/oz2XXoKHvt — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) June 30, 2026 Aj Bonnette (2028, Keller, Texas) showed out on both sides of the ball at the National Elite Championship, but really stood out on the mound Tuesday. He toed the rubber in round two of the playoffs, proceeding to toss six innings with eight punchouts and zero earned runs allowed. The 6-foot southpaw filled up all four quadrants of the strike zone, attacking hitters early and often with his fastball. The heater lived in the 88-91 mph range with heavy traits, often setting up his slurvy breaking ball. Bonnette showed good feel...
Tournaments | Story | 7/1/2026

Performance Baseball Rolls On

Kinley Kitchens
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Championship teams often reveal themselves when the game isn’t going their way. Performance Baseball 2028/Milwaukee Brewers Scout Team did exactly that. Trailing Florida Burn 2028 Scout through four innings, the Brewers refused to panic. Instead, they relied on timely hitting, consistent pitching, and an unselfish approach at the plate, rallying a five-run fifth inning before pulling away for a 9-5 victory to clinch their spot in the semifinals. The comeback was fueled by contributions throughout the lineup. Six different players drove in runs, including two RBIs each from Aiden Capobianco and Cameron Massey, while Matthew Heredia, Parker Weston, Ethan Smith, and Aj Bonnette each added an RBI of their own. On the mound, Derek Wenzel set the tone with 3.2 solid innings before Ethan Smith shut the door in relief, helping preserve the comeback victory. Although the Brewers have had a...
Tournaments | Championship | 7/1/2026

JK Select Hawaii Tackles 14u West WS

Emily Hicks
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JK Select Hawaii capped off an impressive tournament run by defeating GBG Vegas 14u Red14-4 in the championship game on Sunday at Goodyear Ballpark, claiming the 14u West World Series title. From the opening pitch, JK Select controlled the pace of the game. The offense jumped out early, scoring 6 runs in the 1st inning after timely hits from MVP Sean Shindo and Kade Manarpaac. The early lead gave the pitching staff confidence as they worked efficiently through the opposing lineup. “I've worked hard to get better at my game for the past few months; it means a lot that I did well and performed in a tournament like this” said Shindo. Starting pitcher Maddox Prones turned in a strong performance, allowing 3 runs while striking out 5 batters over 3 innings. The defense backed the effort with great plays in the middle infield, preventing GBG Vegas from building momentum....
Tournaments | Story | 7/1/2026

"Wow" Swings Catch Eyes at 16u Elite

Kinley Kitchens
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On the second day of the 2026 Perfect Game National Elite Championship, one swing turned heads across the ballpark. The next one brought everyone to a stop. With Wow Factor Nation 16U trailing midway through its matchup against Sandlot Scout Team 2028, Micheal O'Connor launched a solo home run to spark the offense. Just one batter later, Aaron Frink stepped into the box and sent another ball over the fence, delivering back-to-back home runs that quickly became one of the most talked about moments of the tournament’s opening days. Parents gathered along the nets, players from previous games stopped to watch, and college scouts turned their attention toward the action as the two towering swings energized the crowd and brought new life to the game. Although Wow Factor Nation ultimately lost 5-3 after a hard-fought performance, the back-to-back home runs served as a reminder of the...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Stacked Runs the Table at 17u WWBA

Will Dembo
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Following a jam-packed week of entertainment at the 17u WWBA Championships, the top nationally ranked program, USA Prime 17u National/Detroit Tigers Scout Team, faced off against Stacked Baseball 17u (No. 80 nationally) in the highly anticipated championship matchup as both teams looked to earn one of the most prestigious titles in all of travel baseball. Each talented squad entered the finale undefeated, but Stacked Baseball continued their dominance throughout the tournament, defeating the Detroit Tigers Scout Team 10-2 in mercy rule fashion to become national champions behind explosive bats and impressive pitching. Stacked Baseball was the overwhelming top team throughout the week as the WWBA Champions outscored opponents by an absurd 117-12 during their 11-0 run. “We got some talented kids, but we played against a little bit of Goliath over there,” Stacked Head Coach Mike...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

17u WWBA Scout Notes: Day 7

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17u WWBA Scout Notes: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4  Day 5 | Day 6 Shea Corona (2027, Brooklyn, N.Y.) showcased some loud stuff out of the bullpen for MLB Breakthrough Series 2027. The New York native and primary shortstop topped out at 93 with the fastball, sitting comfortable in the 90-92 range. Corona paired it with a sharp and tight slider at 81-83, staying on the same plane until late. The pitch plays well already and the delivery is very athletic. The uncommitted right-hander went three scoreless and was in the zone plenty, striking out two while not allowing a walk. '27 SS Moises Gudino (FL) continues to stay red hot, working a long AB & cracking an oppo 2B on the 8th pitch. Really seeing ing well. #WWBA @Florida_PG https://t.co/OjNJ8Bmzao pic.twitter.com/WoDDp35EI1 — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) June 30, 2026 Moises Gudino (2027, Tampa, Fla.)...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Texas Twelve Firing On Full Cylinders

Kinley Kitchens
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Every team hopes to start a tournament with momentum, but few make a statement quite like Texas Twelve Maroon 2028. Matched up against defending champion Excel Blue Wave National to kick off their debut in the 2026 Perfect Game National Elite Championship, Texas Twelve Maroon delivered a complete team performance, earning a hard-fought 3-2 victory and immediately establishing themselves as one of the top teams to watch this week. The win showcased the balance that has made Texas Twelve Maroon a powerful team. Strong pitching, timely hitting, and steady defense all played a role as the team held off one of the tournament’s premier programs. Right-hander Ty Antley turned in an outstanding performance on the mound, throwing a complete game while allowing only five hits and two walks over seven innings. The High Follow prospect worked consistently between 85-89 mph and mixed in a sharp...
Tournaments | Championship | 6/30/2026

Flames Capture 18U BCS Title

Alyssa Golden
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Flames Natty used timely hitting and a dominant start from Beau Collier to defeat NLB American 7-3 and capture the 18U BCS National Championship on Monday at Lee Health Sports Complex. Despite being assembled just hours before the tournament began, the Flames quickly developed chemistry throughout the tournament. “This team was put together 12 hours before this tournament, and they went on a crazy run,” head coach Adam Vasquez said. “These kids know each other locally, but they don’t play together. For them to come together last minute like that, it’s crazy. I’m proud of them for that.” The game opened as a pitchers’ duel, with David Acevedo recording the lone hit through the first two innings. NLB American starter Hayden Graham kept the Flames in check early, allowing just one hit while striking out one over 2.0 innings. The right-hander...
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