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High School  | Rankings | 12/2/2020

2024 Prep Class Rankings Risers Part 3

Photo: Niko Benestad (Perfect Game)
2024 Prep Class Rankings Risers: Hitters  | Pitchers


Elijah Selga (2024 Chula Vista, CA) already has some strength to his 5-foot-10 frame with a smooth and quick transfer and some arm strength, with solid feel for receiving behind the plate. He also has plenty of upside with his left-handed bat as he hit .550 with a 1.729 ops. There is already some present bat speed and accuracy with the barrel.

Luke Oblen (2024 Chicago, IL) is a high waisted 5-foot-11 with a big growth spurt coming. The operation is pretty clean, and the arm works quickly. He has the foundation and athletic traits to make big jumps as he physically matures.



Maurice Days Jr (2024 Tampa, FL) is an extremely athletic middle infielder with huge upside and a great 6-foot-2 frame. He is a switch hitter with solid potential to be an above average hitter from both sides, with pump.

Jake Hanley (2024 Mason, OH) sports a mid-80s fastball and spins a tight low-70s breaker. His long limbs are tough to synch up at times, but when he fills out his 6-foot-4 frame he will add shoulder quickness and have lots of plane to the heater. He already generates swing and miss.


Ira Jeffries Harris (2024 Marietta, GA) is a switch hitter that had a monster 2020 season. He hit .356 with seven doubles and produced a good amount of runs. He has a wiry 6-foot frame and the build will hold easy weight. Jeffries Harris can play all infield spots and seems to get better at every look.

Maclelland Stiffler (2024 Hagerstown, MD) already sporting an uber-projectable 6-foot-5 frame, is more coordinated than you would think for such a young body. He is on time with his arm and has a pretty consistent release on his mid-80s fastball. He throws his breaking ball with intent, and the tough angles are tough to hit at this age.

Niko Benestad (2024 Coconut Creek, FL) is a strong young prospect and it shows up in a big way offensively. He has good plate discipline for his age and produces at a big rate. His .481 average and 15 extra base hits made him one of the more dominating offensive forces during 2020. He has some quickness in his release behind the plate too.

Cole Crafton (2024 Manhattan, IL) looks the part with a high waisted and athletic 6-foot-2 frame. He has a smooth left-handed stroke and some length and future lift to it. The fluidity and upside are already standing out at a young age. He also has some ability on the mound.


Luke Keefer (2024 North East, MD) starred on both sides of the ball. He has good arm strength and struck out 49 in 36 innings during the summer circuit, though still learning to command. He also hit .407 with an 1.105 ops, with fast hands at the plate. He has some upside on the dirt too, defensively.

Samuel Valenti (2024 Santa Rosa, CA) has a muscular 6-foot-1 frame and sports a power arm/power bat profile. The future right-handed power stands out as he shows huge raw bat speed, but he could develop on the mound as well. He will be a fun follow as he adds repetitions.

Kamden Scobey (2024 Lakeland, FL) is loose and athletic with a very lean 6-foot frame and has some whip to the barrel on both sides of his switch hitting swings. He has the athleticism to stay in the middle and also could grow into a middle of the line up threat.

Charles Craft (2024 Umatilla, FL) has super mobile hips that help him easily shift behind that plate that should help him develop into a very good receiver. He also possesses a swing that has big loft potential and intent in the approach. His 6-foot-2 athletic frame also helps to dream on the athletic backstop.

Cameron Aycock (2024 Pikeville, NC) has not even started to fill out yet but runs a 6.77 already and shows nice athletic actions. He can also hit! The .478 average he put up during Perfect Game events is impressive, then add in his 17 extra base hits. There is some thunder in the left-handed swing.

Wade Walton (2024 Lithia, FL) has a physical 6-foot-3 frame and looks like he has potential on both sides of the ball. He threw 21 innings and struck out  28 hitters. He also shows plenty of power potential with the right-handed stick.

Brevin Bezick (2024 Red Bank, NJ) has some ability from the left side on the mound, but this is about the bat. He has a powerful left-handed swing with lots of pop on impact and seems to be timing things up better at each event. He also is patient and draws a lot of free passes.


Noah Sheffield (2024 Tampa, FL) pretty much made a huge final statement this fall after having a really good 2020 season. His last event he threw a complete game while striking out seven, with a good feel for the breaking ball. He also hit .462 with a couple of loud extra base hits. It seems the young Sheffield is ready to break out.

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 | 7/1/2026

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

Perfect Game Staff
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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...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Ohio Valley BCS Champ. Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
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‘28 C Keegan Sawyer (OH) showcased the toolshed in this one. A top player in the OH ‘28 class. LOUD (Hit & Defense) #OVBCS @KeeganSawyer10 Clip 1: 3-R 💣 to LF Clip 2: 2B to LC Clip 3: SEED, Caught Stealing @ 2B Name for August 1 @MidlandBasebal pic.twitter.com/FvIpEU7Llz — Jordan Gates (@JGatesPG) June 27, 2026 Keegan Sawyer (2028, Cleves, Ohio) The stock continues to go up and up for Keegan Sawyer. Fresh off a state championship for Bading High School, he has picked up where he has left off this spring. It seems that he gets bigger each time I see him, but the frame really works on both sides of the ball at 6-feet, 190-pounds. It’s athletic and the actions on both sides are extremely advanced. Sawyer took home MVP honors after finishing with nine hits, six going for extra bases including two home runs, nine RBIs and eight runs scored. It’s electric at...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Texas Region Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
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Austin Lyons (2028, Cibolo, Texas) put on a display for Canes Southwest Prime 16U. Went 7-14 at the plate with a pair of doubles and triples, while driving in 13 runs. He won Tournament MVP for his efforts. Physical left-handed frame with feel to hit to all fields. Utilizes the middle of the field as well as the opposite field efficiently. Should be a force to be reckoned with as he grows into some more power. Evan Rosales (2027, Houston, Texas) was dominant on the mound for HP 2027 Allen. Went five shutout innings over the weekend, surrendering just one hit and two walks while striking out ten. Fastball lives 83-87 with some carry. Curveball is a heavy 12/6 downer at 69-74. North-south approach with a super steep release. Showed some really good feel for the zone and sequenced effectively to keep hitters off balance. Tristan Wright (2028, Magnolia, Texas) put on a show for Banditos 2028...
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