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College  | Recruiting | 10/26/2022

Recruiting Notebook: October 26

Jheremy Brown
Tyler Russo
John McAdams
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Photo: Kale Fountain (Perfect Game)
Danny Nelson, RHP, Class of 2025
National Rank: 355 | Commitment: Clemson

Nelson becomes the fourth commit for Coach Bakich and the new staff over at Clemson. The uber-athletic right-hander has been into the upper-80s as of late with his fastball and projects to add more velocity as he continues to physically mature. He adds in a potential swing-and-miss slider and a well-replicated changeup to complete his three-pitch arsenal. The upside from the young Pennsylvania native is vast, as the Tigers look to get back towards the top of the ACC. Look for Nelson to continue developing over the next few years, while adding more velocity and refining the totality of his repertoire.



Michael Devenney, RHP, Class of 2024
National Rank: 500 | Commitment: Tulane

Devenney has made steady velocity gains throughout the past calendar year, as the immensely projectable 6-foot-5 right-hander has been into the upper-80s as of late. He repeats well down the slope, using his long levers effectively to generate easy life to his fastball. He pairs it well with a two-plane breaking ball that he can manipulate depending on the count. He completes his three-pitch with a replicated changeup that has slight fade and good depth to it, using it effectively to both right-handed and left-handed hitters. The overall ease of operation and immensely projectable frame bode well for the 2024 Pennsylvania native to continue making velocity gains. He will certainly be someone to watch over the next few years, as he should easily creep into the 90s with ease.

Watson Mexico, LHP/OF, Class of 2024
National Rank: Follow | Commitment: UCF

Mexico was outstanding across multiple outings this summer, as the 2024 left-hander has seen steady increases from a velocity standpoint. He parlayed those outings into a scoreless appearance and the WWBA Underclass World Championship, making his pact to the Knights shortly after his three innings of shutout ball. He has been into the upper-80s recently and creates a tough angle for hitters from the left side, while mixing in an abrupt two-plane breaker for strikes and a faded changeup to disrupt timing. A consummate strike thrower from the left-side certainly will aide any pitching staff along the way, look for Mexico to continue developing and should log innings immediately upon setting foot on campus.

Dylan Passo, 1B/LHP, Class of 2025
National Rank: High Follow | Commitment: Notre Dame

Passo is just the second commit in the 2025 class for the Fighting Irish, as the new coaching staff looks to build their respective recruiting classes across the board. The left-handed hitting first baseman possesses plenty of attributes that should make an impact for a long time. It is a smooth, slightly lofted stroke with good leverage out in front and real feel for the barrel. He uses the entire field exceptionally well and has burgeoning power potential that has started to show up in-game. He provides value with the ability to man first base seamlessly, while showing the ability to play either corner outfield spot. Look for Passo to continue adding strength over the next few years and really tap into the power potential he has started to show.

Jonah Richardson, RHP/CIF, Class of 2024
National Rank: 500 | Commitment: Delaware

Richardson becomes the third commitment for the Blue Hens and new Head Coach Greg Mamula, as the physical 2024 grad possesses two-way potential and real offensive upside. It is a corner infield profile with a lofted stroke, strength in his hands and gap-to-gap power potential. He is an able defender with decent range and arm strength across. On the bump, he has been up to 88 mph on the mound and has real feel for spin with the ability to land his breaking ball for strikes. The physical upside is vast, as Richardson will assuredly add strength to his projectable frame.

Aaron Babaev, OF, Class of 2024
National Rank: 500 | Commitment: Tulane

Babaev continues the trend of Northeast prospects making their pact to the new coaching staff at Tulane. The 6-foot-3, 190-pound primary outfielder showed immense projection with a good showing at the 2022 PG Junior National Showcase this past June, while flashing the same type of attributes throughout the summer circuit. It is a loose, leveraged stroke with some feel for the barrel and physical upside as he continues to add strength. Ultimately tapping into the power potential will be key for the young 2024 grad, as he could have the opportunity to garner at-bats early.

Evan Taylor, RHP, Class of 2025
National Rank: 260 | Commitment: Maryland

Taylor brings electric arm speed and athleticism to the mound, as the 2025 New Jersey native has been up to 90 mph as of late. He couples it with a pair of enticing off-speed pitches and falls right in-line with the philosophy of pitching coach Mike Morrison. The arm talent certainly stands out for someone his age, as Taylor moves down the slope with quick twitch lower half movements and whip to his arm stroke. The velocity should continue to rise as he physically matures and Taylor will be an intriguing arm once he arrives on campus.

Peyton Bonds, OF, Class of 2023
National Rank: 500 | Commitment: Campbell

Bonds joins fellow New Jersey native Charlie Meglio in making his pact to play for Coach Justin Haire and the Camels. The 2023 primary outfielder possesses an exciting power/speed combination that has started to show up in-game action and could potentially turn into one of the louder skill sets within this recruiting class. The 6-foot-5, 220-pound moves extremely well for someone his size and has recorded run times in the 6.6s, while also flashing explosive power potential that plays at any park. He uses his long levers extremely efficiently to produce whip to his barrel and turns quickly on the inner half. If everything clicks, you could certainly double-digit home runs and stolen bases from the hulking 2023 Grad. Look for Bonds to refine his overall approach, clean some things up with his swing and potential be a pick to click upon arriving on campus.

Miguel Hugas, RHP/OF, Class of 2023
National Rank: 153 | Commitment: Alabama

Hugas becomes the latest commitment within the 2023 class for Coach Bohannon and staff, as they continue to scale near-and-far for potential impact to their roster. The physical 6-foot-3, 200-pound two-way talent was outstanding at the PG National Showcase this past July, as he recorded arm strength up to 102 mph during outfield drills and showed his athleticism by running a 7.08 second sixty. On the mound is where he possesses the most potential, as he has been up to 94 mph as recent as this October with the ability to pound the strike zone effortlessly. He pairs it well with a replicated changeup that has fading action and depth to it. The development of his breaking ball could very well determine his future role, as his frame can withstand being a starter but will need to refine the shape of his breaking ball to do as such. Look for more velocity to come, as he continues to sharpen his overall operation and could potentially become a relied upon arm for the Crimson Tide once on campus.

-John McAdams

Brett Biondich, 1B, Class of 2026
National Rank: 280 | Commitment: TCU

The Horned Frogs have strong ties into Illinois as Head Coach Kirk Saarloos would frequent the state at least once per recruiting cycle to land a commitment and it looks like they’re dipping back into the Midwest as they pulled out a big bat in Biondich. Already boasting a pair of Texans in one of the top players in the class Grady Emerson and another recent addition with catcher Kason Kolle, Biondich brings a physical element to the class as he’s already listed at 6-foot-1, 185 pounds with ample projection remaining. He’s a fluid mover around the bag with athleticism and balance in his actions, along with a solid arm which has been up to 83 mph on the bump, but it’s his right-handed swing that’s the calling card. Throughout the summer circuit Biondich hit .357 and showed a heavy barrel with lots of present bat speed and strength, impacting the ball to all fields while collecting his share of All-Tournament Team honors. 


Ricky Lopez, SS, Class of 2027
National Rank: 10 | Commitment: LSU

The 13u Defensive Player of the Year, Lopez wasted little time during the 13u Select Festival to support the hardware he received the night prior with a full extended, diving play into the 6-hole from which he popped to his feet and delivered a strike across. Had that been at the PG All-American Classic it would’ve been a highlight reel play, but for a 13-year-old to show that type of defensive acumen, it speaks to Lopez’s wizardry with the leather. While the defense will be the calling card for the New York native, he also packs a punch with the stick as he hit .342 on the year this past circuit season with 9 doubles while showing quick, explosive hands with intent on each pass through the zone. It’s still extremely early in the process and as such he’s the Tigers’ first commit in the ’27 class, but locking down a premium position like shortstop this early is huge. 

Kale Fountain, 3B/RHP, Class of 2024
National Rank: 112 | Commitment: LSU

The Tigers’ staff hit the road running upon arriving in Baton Rouge last year and they haven’t let up, expanding their reach from coast-to-coast, including the state of Nebraska where they landed Fountain. Currently ranked No. 112 in the country, the 6-foot-5, 226-pound Fountain brings a variety of tools to the table, all of which revolve around his strength. Our most recent look came during Jupiter where he hit .313 as an underclassman, but it was the towering home run he connected on for a no-doubter over the trees on the Marlins quad that stopped people in their tracks. With a peak exit velo of 95 mph recorded earlier this year, Fountain’s arm strength and footwork should keep him at a corner infield spot long term where his juice will more than play. 

Brayden Dockery, RHP, Class of 2026
National Rank: 231 | Commitment: Auburn

The Tigers already have a nice collection of talent in their 2026 class and the young right-hander Dockery is a big one for the staff as he’s currently the top ranked arm in the state of Alabama. A long and projectable 6-foot-3, 165 pounds, Dockery employs a compact but quick arm action through the backside and is already producing a mid-80s heater, bumping as high as 86 mph this summer in Perfect Game events. Along with the heater Dockery shows a steady feel for a sharp 12-6 shaped breaker which offers late biting action into the low-70s with impressive spin rates through the zone. No stranger to PG event, the future Auburn Tiger logged 42 2/3 innings in 2022 and in that span, struck out 66. 


Carson Bolemon, LHP, Class of 2026
National Rank: 24 | Commitment: Wake Forest

Bolemon has done nothing but establish himself as one of the top left-handed arms in the country, a notion he’s done nothing but solidify throughout this past summer circuit. Currently ranked No. 24 in the country, Bolemon’s commitment is huge for the Wake staff as he shows very real potential to lead a staff as a future Friday night arm.  Bolemon has already turned in several big performances at major circuit events, and though his fastball peaks in the mid-80s, it's his overall poise and ability to attack the strike zone that help set him apart from his peers. Along with a very real feel to move the ball to either side of the plate with intent, the future Demon Deacon shows lots of comfort in a tighter curveball and late diving changeup to give a true three-pitch mix. 

Trenton Maybin, OF, Class of 2026
National Rank: 17 | Commitment: Duke

The son of former Perfect Game All-American and longtime MLB standout Cameron Maybin, Trenton is just as exciting of a prospect as his dad thanks to possessing the type of athleticism that’ll allow him to take over a game in any facet. Athletic and projectable are always a good combo in a young prospect and that’s just what the 6-foot-1 Maybin brings to the table as the young center fielder shows more than enough range to cover the gaps with a quick first step as we saw throughout the summer circuit. Offensively he shows lots of bat speed in his right-handed stroke, whipping the barrel head through the zone while showing present strength off of the barrel, undoubtedly a sign of things to come. He’s the 4th commit in 2025 for the Blue Devils and a big one as he’s a potential top-of-the-order stick with impact defensive skills. 

Marshall Louque, RHP, Class of 2025
National Rank: 105 | Commitment: LSU

If there’s one thing we’ve learned over the years about Louque whenever he toes the rubber it’s that there’s going to be a lot of strikes, a lot of punch outs, and a lot of arm speed. A long and athletically built 6-foot-2, 190 pounds, Louque won’t have to travel too far to play for the Tigers as he’s decided to stay in state and will be bringing with him a lightning-fast right arm that has already produced a top heater of 92 mph and routinely sits in the upper-80s. Want an example of how dominant Louque has been over the last two Perfect Game season? Over 41 innings the future Tiger have struck out 75 compared to just 17 walks and there’s still reason to believe there’s more in the tank. The addition of Louque very much fits into the old adage of “the rich get richer” as the Tigers 2025 class is looking life one of the best, if not the best, in the country. 


Noah Campbell, LHP, Class of 2025
National Rank: 220 | Commitment: UCF

Campbell came onto the national scene last fall and given our most recent looks, it’s safe to say he’s continued to make big strides and was a true standout of the Sophomore World Championship. Over his 6 1/3 innings, the 6-foot-3, 195-pound Campbell absolutely attacked the strike zone as he finished with 15 strike outs over his two appearances while living comfortably in the in the mid- to upper-80s with his heater. Though Campbell offers lots of physical projection, he already makes for an uncomfortable at-bat as the fastball features tough angle through the zone while showing an improved breaker with late bite and a changeup that he showed comfort in turning over as part of a three-pitch mix. 

Everett Johnson, OF, Class of 2025
National Rank: 27 | Commitment North Carolina State

It’s safe to say that after 435 plate appearances you can get a feel for a prospect as a hitter and given that Johnson has hit .429 in that span while playing in all the high-level events, he’s established himself as one of the best in the contact bats in the country with a keen eye, loose wrists and a fast bat. Perhaps even more impressive than his bat-to-ball skills from the left side of the plate is the near 3:1 walk-to-strikeout ratio (88:33), allowing for a PG career .553 on-base percentage which allows his 6.7 speed to make a game change impact on the bases. A true table setter who can patrol center field with ease or jump into the dirt at second base, Johnson marks the 7th commit in 2025 for the Pack, third from the state, and at No. 27 he’s the high ranked player in their haul thus far. 

-Jheremy Brown

Chase Bentley, RHP, Class of 2025
National Rank: 51 | Commitment: Texas A&M

The Aggies grabbed one of the premier arms in the entire country with 2025 righty Chase Bentley. The Granite Bay, Calif. native has long been a consistent performer at PG tournaments and had his list of schools to choose from. It’s an incredible amount of polish for his class with a big time three-pitch mix. The fastball lives high-80s with great life out of the hand, but the feel to spin is what separates him from others. The curveball shows true 12-6 shape and great depth in the mid-to-low-70s, it’s a quality breaker with hammer-like traits thrown in any count. His curveball has been a constant offering, but the changeup is also becoming a legit third pitch. He maintains arm speed on it and it falls off the table at points with arm-side fade and firm shape. Bentley has all the makings of a high level arm at the next level with quality command and loud stuff. His presence and ability to fill the zone with three pitches speaks for itself. He also has massive juice and separation in the stick, but the arm talent is hard to ignore.

Liu Rodriguez, MIF, Class of 2025
National Rank: T1000 | Commitment: Arizona

Arizona has quietly nabbed lots of in-state talent for its 2025 class in Caleb Danzeisen and sinker righty Andrew Jacobs. The Wildcats made another splash, picking up one of the best gloves in the state with shortstop/middle infielder Liu Rodriguez Jr. out of Goodyear, Ariz. Rodriguez Jr. is an advanced defender up the middle with innate defensive instincts and crisp transfers. He was loud with the glove this summer at shortstop, making dozens of plays on the move with relative ease and ranging well to either side. The actions and hands are comfortable to project up the middle of the dirt long term. He’s also a switch-hitter with quick hands that match plane and work the barrel to all fields. A switch hitter with solid athleticism and a glove that ranks amongst the top in the state is a big time profile. Rodriguez Jr. is a great in-state fit at Arizona.

Cole Cleveland, OF, Class of 2024
National Rank: Follow | Commitment: Florida International University

FIU picked up a big in-state commit with 2024 outfielder Cole Cleveland. Cleveland brings a lot to like at the plate with a strong, lean frame that can impact the college level. It’s a solid left-handed stick with good barrel depth and whip out front. Strong hands spray hard balls to both gaps with some backspin and carry to the path. He swung it well at the WWBA Worlds Underclass and projects well as a solid corner outfielder with athletic traits in the frame. Cleveland’s understanding of the zone and quality left-handed bat checks several boxes. He’s a big addition to FIU’s 2024 class.

Archer Horn, RHP, Class of 2026
National Rank: 194 | Commitment: Stanford

Stanford’s 2026 class is turning into one of the best classes in the country, and it picked up a huge in-state arm in Archer Horn. Horn is a lean, wiry right-hander with an advanced three-pitch mix and followed up a quality spring with an even louder summer against some of the best players in his age group. Fastball has been up to 86 this summer with easy life up in the zone. The changeup is one of the more advanced offerings you can find in the class with serious fade and tumbling action that tunnels off heat. He also has feel for a big depthy curveball with 12-6 depth and bite. Horn’s frame really projects with lots of length left to fill out, and the stuff plays now with more in store. He’s a fiery competitor who already has the makings of a solid mix at his age.

Matthew Maxon, RHP/OF, Class of 2026
National Rank: 254 | Commitment: Stanford

As mentioned in the graph above, Stanford is putting together an impressive 2026 class. Just days after Horn committed to Stanford, it got another high quality NorCal arm in Matthew Maxon. Maxon is a three-sport athlete with two-way ability and serious arm talent on the diamond. He made huge strides in his mechanics and quality command this year. His fastball is up to 85 mph and lives low-80s with a downer 11-5 curveball. It’s an easy three-quarter delivery that lands on-line and gets downhill consistently at his age. Maxon’s athleticism really shows on the hill. Maxon has yet to really tap into his high-waisted frame and is a good bet to physically project and the stuff can jump off the page. Maxon has big upside, and Stanford added a pair of dominant in-state arms to get a head start on its 2026 class.

Ethan Wagner, OF/3B, Class of 2024
National Rank: 325 | Commitment: South Carolina

South Carolina has one of the more impressive 2024 classes with a mix of high-end athletes, arms and bats. It added another impact bat with Ethan Wagner of Aurora, Illi. Wagner is no stranger to high-end performance at some of the biggest PG tournaments, his showing at the plate during 15u WWBA in 2021 was one of the more eye-opening displays of the summer. Quick path with loud impact strength that works to all fields. Fires hips and hands hard with separation through contact, and the bat speed is more than present. It’s an in-sync stroke with a simple trigger, but everything fires on time. Wagner is a solid athlete at his size with a strong arm capable of handling a corner. He was one of the top uncommitted bats available in the class, and the Gamecocks didn’t hesitate. Wagner should be an immediate impact addition.

Cole Chamberlain, C, Class of 2024
National Rank: 372 | Commitment: Texas

The Longhorns went into California and nabbed one of the top remaining backstops in the class with catcher Cole Chamberlain. Chamberlain is a huge product on both sides coming off a really loud summer on both coasts this year. Left-handed stick with strength to pull. The hit and power really project going forward, and there’s little wasted movement from a direct path of contact. Chamberlain’s performance at the plate took a huge jump, and the traits behind the dish are quite enticing. Solid catch-and-throw skills with mobile hips and soft transfer. Gains momentum with a real strong arm that stays on plane to the bag. The arm and receiving skills give him a good chance to stick behind the plate long term combined with his lefty bat. Chamberlain is a rare profile, and a big out-of-state grab by Texas.

Tanner Chun, SS/3B, Class of 2024
National Rank: 351 | Commitment: Tulane

The Green Wave have put together a solid string of commits over recent weeks. Their most impressive may be going into Honolulu, Hawaii and grabbing an enticing profile in infielder Tanner Chun. Chun put together a loud summer and oozes physical projection. Loose right-handed swing, creates length with extension out front and whip in the finish. Chun has an awfully athletic swing and the power showed big at points this summer with hard pull-side turns for homers. The length in his frame with the traits he shows in the box is awfully enticing. He’s a rangy product capable of sticking on the left side of the dirt with clean actions and a strong arm across. Chun brings a good amount of upside as he continues to fill out. Tulane got a good one for its 2024 class.

Dylan Jordan, RHP, Class of 2024
National Rank: 486 | Commitment: Florida State

The Seminoles stayed in-state for one of their latest commitments of the 2024 class in projectable righty Dylan Jordan. Jordan has a free, loose arm stroke with an athletic delivery down the slope. Jordan has ran the fastball up to 91 mph this summer with real late life out of hand. It overpowers hitters at time and really gets in on the hands. The slider is a sharp mid-70s offering with late bite and sweep. It can tunnel off heat at points and really garner some swing-and-miss actions. The physical projection combined with the overall arm talent gives Jordan a lot to like on the hill. He’s equipped with strikeout stuff and knows how to miss bats with quality glove-side command. Florida State added a big time arm to its already loaded 2024 class.

-Isaiah Burrows
Charlie Atkinson, RHP, Class of 2023
National Rank: T1000 | Commitment: Dallas Baptist

It’s no surprise that Atkinson came off the market this quick after the fall he had and given the real jump in the stuff. He’s a big 6-foot-5, 200-pound right-hander who was up to 93 on the fall circuit, pitching in the 88-92 range with natural downhill plane and he throws the slider with serious conviction, ripping some off with nasty downward tilt and hard bite to hitters on either side of the plate. There’s a good changeup in the mix too, rounding out three solid pitches and giving the overall projection of a big, physical power arm who throws strikes and misses bats.


Michael Caruso, RHP, Class of 2023
National Rank: T1000 | Commitment: San Diego State

Caruso was easily one of the top uncommitted arms from the West Coast to take the mound at Jupiter and it only took a short look to know that he would land a commitment to a program at the Division-I level. He’s 6-foot-2, 175-pounds with all kinds of athleticism and quickness in terms of the delivery and there may be a couple pluses on the card with arm speed and the breaking ball. He was 89-91 in a good first look, showing he can get downhill with real life while the 2500+ RPMs and the quality of the breaking ball make it a deadly swing-and-miss offering, making this a pretty high-end up pickup for San Diego State, especially at this point for 2023s.

Talon Haley, LHP, Class of 2025
National Rank: 487 | Commitment: Vanderbilt

Haley turned in some big performances over the course of the summer circuit, beating a really good CBU 2025 Scout Team at National Elite before a five-inning shutout with eight punchouts at the 15u WWBA and the stuff very easily projects. He’s a long 6-foot-1 left-hander who will pitch in the mid-80s with a clean and easy release while showing lots of comfort spinning the breaking ball. It’s easy to like what the ceiling looks to be here and there are certainly some bigger-than-baseball things in play here that really warms the heart to see this commitment.


Brad Pruett, RHP, Class of 2023
National Rank: 500 | Commitment: Oklahoma

Pruett has been an established arm on the circuit and his performance at Jupiter, a complete game shutout in under 80 pitches under the lights against the defending champions, landed him the opportunity to commit to one of the country’s more prestigious program in Oklahoma. He’s a physical right-hander with big stuff, working up to 91 and holding the upper-80s deep into looks, while the low- to mid-80s slider is a true weapon with devastating bite and has as good of swing-and-miss potential at the next level as any pitch you’ll see in this class right now.
 
Gabriel Milano, MIF, Class of 2026
National Rank: 75 | Commitment: Miami

It’s been an impressive couple years for Milano on the national circuit and he’s now very much become a threat to go for extra bases on a regular basis. He’s 6-foot and 175 pounds but hits the baseball like someone much bigger, showing really explosive bat speed from the left side and big intent to leverage and lift the baseball. It’s a pull-heavy approach but when you hit the baseball as hard as he does, it doesn’t necessarily matter at this point. There may potentially be some long-term position questions, but the bat is by far the carrying tool and always should be. He's a South Florida native and it’s no surprise that Miami hauled in another big hometown bat.

James Litman, RHP, Class of 2024
National Rank: 500 | Commitment: FAU

Litman is a guy that just seemed to get better as the summer went along and his outing at the Underclass when he struck out eight in just under four strong innings was the best we’ve seen him. He pitches with a ton of tempo and confidence, living in the 87-89 range in that look and it’s excellent life to the pitch that makes it even better. He commands it well and he’s able to miss a bunch of bats with it while maintaining intent on the breaking ball, a pitch that has the components to miss a similar number of bats into next year. Florida Atlantic is lauded for the quality of the arms they bring in and this one looks bound to be another on that strong list.
 

Eli Driskell, RHP, Class of 2024
National Rank: 374 | Commitment: Auburn

We saw a lot of really talented arms at the Underclass AA Games in San Diego and Driskell was a big one on that list. He’s a sturdily built right-hander with strength in the lower half, at 6-foot-1, 200-pounds, and it’s a good arm, working in the 88-91 range this summer from a longer arm stroke that works very well. He’s shown two distinct breaking balls and while both project well, the slider is very much ahead of the curveball, spinning it up over 2500 RPMs with very healthy shape and depth, good enough quality to miss some of the better bats on the summer circuit.

Grayson Gibson, LHP, Class of 2025
National Rank: 457 | Commitment: Ole Miss

Ole Miss has strong connections to the state of Florida as they seem to land some pretty good recruits from the state across different classes, Gibson being the third in just the 2025s. He’s a pitchability left-hander who has really performed in big spots on the circuit. He works into the mid-80s with real angle from the left side, showing both ease to the release and the ability to miss bats with the fastball while the breaking ball comes out just as easy, sweeping it into the zone with comfort. The numbers were great this summer and as the stuff climbs, he’ll be a guy that just performs at a high level in each start.
 

Christian Doty, SS, Class of 2026
National Rank: 43 | Commitment: Ole Miss

While Ole Miss does compete very well out of state, and lands a number of prized recruits with it, where they obviously do well is at home. Doty is the second-ranked prospect in the state for this young class and it’s clear why as he’s an ultra-athletic middle-infielder with the glove talent and arm strength for shortstop while the bat stands out as well. He’s got tons of overall twitch and quickness in the wrists which generates obvious bat speed and allows him to release the barrel late creating strong impact from a not-yet filled out frame. He does a lot of things right and he fits the mold of a player that you can plug into any lineup and be impactful right away.

-Tyler Russo
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Emily Hicks
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After another week of summer baseball, Perfect Game action returns to Surprise Stadium as teams prepare for another exciting week of competition at the WWBA Championship. From July 14-18, some of the top programs in travel baseball will take the field looking to compete for a championship and showcase their talent against high-level competition.  The tournament will feature both the 15U and 16U divisions, bringing together talented teams and rising prospects from across the West and beyond. With several days of pool play and championship bracket action, teams will have the opportunity to test themselves against strong opponents while competing on one of the biggest stages of the summer.  Surprise Stadium will provide the setting for a week filled with competitive matchups, standout performances, and prospects looking to make an impact. From dominant pitching performances to...
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Tournaments | Championship | 7/15/2026

East Cobb Go Undefeated, Takes 14U BCS

Alyssa Golden
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East Cobb Goes Undefeated, Takes 14U BCS Twenty years after winning the inaugural 14U BCS National Championship in 2006, the East Cobb Astros once again stood atop the tournament, defeating the Original Florida Pokers 7-4 at JetBlue Park. A hot, sunny afternoon set the stage for a tightly contested match between the Original Florida Pokers 2030 and East Cobb Astros 14U Orange. Although the Pokers had a two-run lead with just three innings to go, East Cobb showed their team had no quit as they pulled away with a 7-4 victory. The teams battled through a highly contested tournament field of over sixty teams from across the country, with the Pokers coming in 8-1 and East Cobb entering 8-0 in tournament play. Cohen Carter started on the mound for East Cobb, allowing seven hits and no walks while striking out three batters over four innings. His fastball sat 71-75 mph. Silas Anstett opened the...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/15/2026

Stars Marucci '27 Loaded and Poised

Kinley Kitchens
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Expectations naturally follow one of the nation’s top ranked teams. For Stars Marucci 2027, those expectations have only grown as the summer season has progressed.  Ranked No. 16 nationally and featuring a roster loaded with Division I commits and nationally ranked prospects, Stars Marucci 2027 entered the 2026 Perfect Game 17U National Elite Championship as one of the top teams to watch.  Through the opening two days of the tournament, they have shown why they are a team to watch, opening the week with back-to-back victories over SBA Tucci 2027 (6-1) and FC Twins Scout (5-2) to build early momentum heading into the later rounds.  The talent on the roster is undeniable.  Virginia Tech commits Chase Colangelo, Yogi Colangelo, and Teagan Leach, Maryland commit Jerome Fortier, and Youngstown State commit Sam Capuano headline a group filled with college bound...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/15/2026

Mine Wood Bat World Series Notes

Jordan Gates
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‘28 OF/LHP Carson Tabler (OH) Rips one deep into the pull side gap for an inside-the-park HR. Athletic in the box w/ a projectable frame. Utilizes a toe tap on a fluid stroke w/ good bat speed. Good runner in stride + efficient around the bases. #MineWS @Carson_T7 @PFFlyers2028 pic.twitter.com/IVfICPg4qV — Perfect Game Ohio Valley (@PG_OhioValley) July 10, 2026 Carson Tabler (2028, Cincinnati, Ohio) Tabler was probably the most pleasant surprise when it comes to names from this weekend. A rather unknown for me and my staff going into the event, Tabler managed to cement himself by event’s end. It’s a true two-way projection at this stage, while he has the size in the 6-foot-3 long and loose frame, the strength will continue to add on to the 175-pound stature. While he only had two extra-base hits (triple, home run), the bat-to-ball skills were the calling card, and...
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Tournaments | Championship | 7/14/2026

SBA Bolts National Raise Trophy at 16u

Will Dembo
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After an action-packed week at the 16u WWBA Championships, the tournament came down to two of the nation’s top teams battling for one of travel baseball’s most prestigious titles. No. 5 ranked SBA Bolts National faced No. 60 Alpha Prime 2028 after both teams reached the championship undefeated, but the SBA Bolts were the sole team to exit without a loss, defeating Alpha Prime 10-2 in mercy rule fashion and capture the national title behind dominant pitching and explosive offensive performances. The SBA Bolts were perfect throughout their week, running the table and going 11-0 while outscoring their opponents by an impressive margin of 108-25. “It was awesome,” SBA Head Coach Travis Thompson said on the mercy rule victory. “It just kind of culminated our week. It's been a long week. I can't even remember our first game, which felt like three weeks ago. The...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/14/2026

Coastal Region Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
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Ridge Whitfield (2029, Charlotte, NC) stands at 6-foot, 158 pounds with an athletic build that should allow him to maintain his mobility and quick-twitch actions as he continues to develop. He bats and throws left-handed. Whitfield locates his fastball to both sides of the plate, mixes his pitches effectively, and keeps hitters off balance. He competes on every pitch and doesn’t back down in big situations. Whitfield threw 5.1 innings, allowing three hits, one earned run, and no walks while striking out three on 75 pitches (58% strikes). He attacked the zone with a fastball that sat 73 mph and topped out at 78 mph, mixing in a 67 mph breaking ball and a 68-70 mph changeup to keep hitters off balance. Sam Jobe (2029, Charlotte, NC) stands at 6-foot-1, 175 pounds, with a lean, athletic frame and plenty of projection. He bats and throws right-handed. Jobe shows good feel for the...
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Tournaments | Story | 7/14/2026

14u & 17u West Scout Notes: Days 3-5

Perfect Game Staff
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14u & 17u WWBA West Scout Notes: Days 1-2 Adryan Zaragoza (‘30 | CA) turns on this one, sending it down RF line for a 2B. Finished 2-for-3 w/ 2RBI, 2R, BB. PS approach, bat speed, raw strength #WWBAWest @California_PG pic.twitter.com/V6Ctus4CX1 — Perfect Game Four Corners (@PG_FourCorners) July 13, 2026 Adryan Zaragoza (2030, Lake Elsinore, CA) The 5-foot-9, 150-pound left-handed hitter and infielder had a great weekend for ZT Select Prospects, finishing with five hits, eight runs scored, one double, one triple, six RBI, one stolen base, and two walks during the 14U WWBA West National Championships. Zaragoza consistently ignited the offense from the top of the lineup, with a disciplined approach and the ability to create scoring opportunities. He can drive the baseball into the gaps while producing in big situations, combining quality contact with aggressive baserunning....
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