THE WORLD'S LARGEST AND MOST COMPREHENSIVE SCOUTING ORGANIZATION
| 2,569 MLB PLAYERS | 16,329 MLB DRAFT SELECTIONS
2,569 MLB PLAYERS | 16,329 MLB DRAFT SELECTIONS
Sign in Create Account
Sign in Create Account
High School  | General | 11/24/2023

Regional Superlatives: Four Corners

Tyler Henninger
Joey Cohen
Most Likely To Make a Huge Jump in the Rankings in 2024: 

Jaiden LoRe, SS, Phoenix, AZ
 LoRe currently ranks 396th overall in the class of 2025, but could very easily rise up the list. The shortstop features an advanced skill set that can impact games on both sides of the ball. A sound approach with bat to ball skills and barrel feel helped post a .377/.500/.522 slash line during PG circuit this year. Athleticism and sound glove actions plays up the middle on the dirt defensively, making both routine plays and the occasional highlight-reel play. It is a dynamic skill set that has the makings of a consistent performer. -Tyler Henninger

Jaxen Maxey, OF/RHP, Chandler, AZ
 Maxey has a chance to quickly rise up the rankings and could be much higher at this point next year than his current rank of 242nd overall in the class of 2026. The young Washington commit features a dynamic mix of athleticism and arm strength that give him big time upside on both sides of the ball. Maxey runs a 6.87 60-yard dash and has been up to 90 mph off the mound. With loud tools already showing and still plenty of room to grow, gives the profile some of the highest potential in the region. -TH 



Trevor Gottsegen (2025, Highlands Ranch, CO) 

Gottsegen became an intriguing pop up follow this past summer/fall. Not a huge tournament sample but there was a lot to like in the few looks our scouting staff got. Looks like one of the better ‘25 athletes on the west region that shows in his overall game. At the plate, his swing does a lot of things right where he keeps it short and compact with some present twitch and bat speed. I think there’s a pretty good hit/power ceiling here that he’ll tap into soon as he continues to add strength. I think Iowa got a real good one here. -Joey Cohen

Andrew Jacobs (2025, Peoria, AZ) 

Really hard to ignore the projection that Jacobs has. It’s a wiry-athletic 6-foot-2, 165 pound frame that has ample room to add. The frame leads me to believe there’ll be a velo jump in the near future where he already sits in the upper 80s and has topped 91 in our recent tourney looks. The arm gets into really deep positions with some whip at release. It’s a low-release supination type profile where he mixes in a developing sweeper in the low 70s that tends to produce a lot of buckle/whiff. -JC
 

Most Likely To Hit .500 at PG Events in 2024: 
  

Rouselle "Rookie" Shepard, SS, North Las Vegas, NV
 A large part of why Shepard is a Top-5 prospect in the 2026 class is because of what he can do at the plate. The Miami commit features a controlled, balanced swing with advanced bat to ball skills and the ability to pepper hard hit contact to all fields. Shepard has a long track record of consistently performing at the plate, including two prior years of hitting well over .500 in a large sample. The bat has done nothing but perform and should continue to do so next year. -TH

Macen Collura, SS, Las Vegas, NV
Collura has already shown the ability to hit above .500 and could very well do it again. In 20 games and over 60 plate appearances this year, Collura posted a .520 clip and walked nearly twice as much as he struck out. A simple swing at the plate consistently finds barrels and drives balls gap to gap. When you add in an advanced approach that hunts for mistakes over the middle and rarely swings at balls out of the zone, Collura has a strong chance to post ridiculously high averages. -TH

Jaylen Payne (2025, Chandler, AZ) 
It’s easy to be bullish on Payne’s hit tool as he performed at a high level in HS and on the tournament circuit. He hit an absurd .484 at PG events in 2023 as it’s such a loose and quick swing where there's some innate barrel accuracy there. It’s also a consistent aggressive approach where he is always on the hunt for pitches to drive early in counts. Then you take into account how he can manufacture hits with his above average speed/athleticism. Of any guys to possibly hit .500 on their senior circuit, Payne would be my guy. 

EJ Mayer (2027, Sahuarita, AZ) 
It’s hard to find many holes in Mayer’s bat as it's a real smooth, balanced and rhythmic left-handed stroke. In 2023, he hit .380 and in my looks there was minimal swing/miss or chase due to some consistent timing. He seems to always put together professional at bats and tends to find the barrel more often than not. It’s also a wiry frame that I expect to tap into some more power next summer where some of those deep flyouts he had could turn into more XBHs and possibly a few bombs. 

Most Likely To Make a Velo Jump Into the Mid-90s in 2024: 

Mason Russell, LHP, Queen Creek, AZ
 Russell features one of the smoother operations you’ll see on the bump. The left-hander gets out the mound with balance and fluidity, seemingly creating velocity effortlessly. A clean arm action with arm speed present rounds out an impressive delivery. The fastball currently sits in the low-90’s but could very easily make that next jump into the mid-90’s range. Doing so could turn Russell into a highly sought after draft prospect next spring. -TH 

James Whitaker, RHP/OF, Las Vegas, NV
 Whitaker can provide intriguing power at the plate, but it’s the upside on the mound that gets him mentioned here. The right-hander features advanced arm speed that allows the ball to jump out of the hand. The heater has peaked at 93 mph up to this point, but there are likely a few more ticks there that should allow Whitaker to sit in that mid-90’s range. Continuing to add velocity could turn an impressive profile into an overpowering one quickly. -TH

Jack Lafflam (2025, Scottsdale, AZ)
Lafflam might be the arm I am most excited to watch next spring. It’s not that crazy to think he’ll make the jump into that 93-95 range by next summer as he was consistently in the low 90s at his Area Code Games outing and it’s a tall and wiry 6-foot-4, 170 pound frame that’s pretty easy to dream on. The operation is a loose and fluid one that generates some effortless armspeed and velo. Stuff-wise there are outlier qualities where his fastball has cut/carry shape and he pairs that with an upper 70s (2800+) hammer breaking ball. Besides being likely to reach the mid 90s next year, I think Lafflam has some serious top 50 national upside. 

CJ Bott (2024, Scottsdale, AZ)
Bott is just a personal favorite of mine in the ‘24 class as there is a loose easiness to his starter operation. He was 90-92 this past July at PG National and touched a 94 at Area Code Games. He stands with a 6-foot-2, 185 pound frame that can hold for some more. I can easily see that with some efficient weight/strength gains that he can make a sneaky velo jump next spring and possibly touch more consistent 94s and maybe a few 95s. Bott also has a solid arsenal showing a swing and miss depthy/fading changeup that disappears below barrels and a quality slurvy breaker. 

Most Likely To Back Up a Breakout in 2023: 

Jackson Weber, C/SS, Phoenix, AZ
 Weber burst onto the scene by posting an absurd .456/.515/.737 slash line this year. An advanced bat tool carries the profile. The hit tool stands out and power should only continue to get better as Weber gets stronger. There is run-producing upside that is already starting to separate Weber from his peers. Defensively, strong athleticism allows for Weber to handle duties behind the plate and play shortstop. It is a well-rounded profile with both a high-floor and high-ceiling upside. -TH

Joe Forbes, C, Peoria, AZ
 Forbes has made his way into the Top-150 in the class of 2025 rankings this year and should only continue to climb. The backstop possesses strong tools on both sides of the ball and can consistently impact games. There is legit power upside at the plate and could profile in the middle of the order long term. Defensively, a strong arm and athletic actions can turn heads. The elements are there Forbes to put together yet another strong campaign next year. -TH

Ky Mcgary (2024, Phoenix, AZ)
Mcgary was one of my favorite ‘23s to watch on the circuit this year and it led to quite the rankings rise as he is going to enter 2024 as a top 100 player in the nation. It’s just outlier twitch and athleticism that you don’t see everyday. The bat was also consistent all summer long where he hit .400 at PG events and took some quality hacks at Area Codes as well. I wouldn’t be surprised with a combination of a strong spring season and a team being bullish on his athletic traits that he ends up a sneaky high draft selection come next summer. -JC

Caleb Danzeisen (2025, Phoenix, AZ)
Danzeisen’s PG World Series was one of the best tournament performances I took in and after it I became pretty convicted in his hit-tool. It’s a simple process for him at the plate where there’s good adjustability and barrel manipulation/accuracy. I have no doubt that he’ll hit for a high avg. this upcoming HS season, but I am interested to see if he taps into more power as well where it’s easy to project some with his physical 6-foot-2, 205-pound build. -JC

Most Likely To Lead the Region in Home Runs in 2024: 

Drew Rogers, C, Tempe, AZ
 Rogers will get his first taste of Arizona High School baseball this spring and should make some noise immediately. The Georgia Tech commit features a powerful, compact frame with plenty of strength present. That strength can generate massive power and post triple digit exit velocities often. Rogers should be the main driving force in the middle of a talented Hamilton lineup and should launch a fair share of balls over the wall. -TH

Ryan Harwood, OF/1B, Chandler, AZ
 Harwood has long been ranked among the top hitters in the 2026 class, due to both an advanced hit tool and strong, powerful frame. While the over-the-fence power has not fully developed consistently during in-game action, it is just a click away. The combination of barrel feel, bat speed, and strength should lead to plenty of hard hit balls this spring and could very easily allow Harwood to challenge for the regional home run title. -TH

Tait Reynolds (2026, Queen Creek, AZ)
Reynolds is one of the more outlier type athletes in the ‘26 class where he can really move his physical 6-foot-2, 195 pound body. Where his athleticism and strength really shine is in the batter’s box where he really whips the barrel through exhibiting advanced bat speed and power because of some strong/twitchy hands and hips. He hit three bombs last HS season as a freshman and I’m expecting a significant jump next spring as a sophomore. -JC

Bryden Bull (2025, Las Vegas, NV)
Bull might have the prettiest swing in the ‘25 class, and it was a swing that performed very well on the PG circuit. He slashed .390/.493/.593 that included strong performances at top national events. Besides the tourneys, it was also the BP show he put on at the PG All-Star Game that was a lot of fun to watch where he sent ball after ball towering over the RF wall showing an innate ability to lift to the pull side with natural carry and jump off the barrel. With some already present juice and a projectable frame that can still add a ton of strength, I’m expecting a large number of bombs next year. -JC
 
Give us your feedback
High School | General | 7/1/2026

PG High School All-Americans
Tyler Russo
Article Image
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...
Read More
Tournaments | Championship | 7/14/2026

SBA Bolts National Raise Trophy at 16u

Will Dembo
Article Image
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...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/14/2026

Coastal Region Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
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...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/14/2026

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

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
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....
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/14/2026

14u BCS Scout Note Recap

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
Jake Karpell (2030, Holmdel, NJ) got on the barrel a couple times in game five and totaled three rbis. Started his production with a single then later on hammered a heater down the right field and flew around the bases for a three run inside the park home run. Keeps the hands inside at contact really well and got the head around on the homer. Runs well and can hit it around the yard in the approach.  Luke Sauer (2030 C, FL)  put his hit tool on display with a well-struck double, continuing to show why he is regarded as one of the top catchers in the class. Owns a big frame with present physicality and does a good job keeping the hands connected throughout the swing. The barrel works efficiently through the zone and there is a solid offensive foundation present. Currently ranked as the No. 66 catcher nationally.  Gavin Politz (2030 OF, FL) continued a strong tournament...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/14/2026

15u World Series Scout Notes: Days 1-3

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
Connor Ashley (‘29, FL) has struck out six over six no hit innings thus far. Got the FB up to 87 w/ feel for a sharp two-plane slider. #PGWS @Florida_PG pic.twitter.com/M7mEmTH8pk — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) July 12, 2026 Connor Ashley (’29, Minneola, FL) was stellar on Sunday, striking out seven in a seven inning no hitter. He operates from a medium-to-large right-handed frame with length, room to fill, and lower half strength. Ashley works exclusively from the stretch, starting at the belt before working into a higher compact leg lift, firing down the mound via a long arm action. He releases from a high three-quarters slot, with the fastball jumping from the hand up to 87. Ashley mixed in a sharp 11-5 breaking ball with depth and late bite, a true swing-and-miss offering.  Matthew Hernandez (’29, Miami Lakes, FL) has posted strong numbers on both...
Read More
College | Story | 7/14/2026

Coppy's Corner: July 14 Summer Edition

John Coppolella
Article Image
The amateur players in the Cape Cod Baseball League are the future stars of the 2027 MLB Draft. The league runs from June 13th through August 2nd. Games are played at historic stadiums in Old New England towns. It’s beautiful and charming. Hollywood even made a movie about the Cape Cod League ~25 years ago called Summer Catch. It scored an 8% (!) on Rotten Tomatoes, but, on the plus side, it featured 2001 Jessica Biel in a starring role.  It was so much fun writing Coppy’s Column this spring. My hope is to highlight a pitcher and position player each week from the Cape. And, who knows, maybe somewhere out there Jessica Biel is reading it.    Player of the Week: Carter White – Falmouth Commodores  Talk about making a great first impression! White introduced himself in a very loud and boisterous way this past week by going 9-17 (.529 AVG) with 6 RBI...
Read More
Tournaments | Story | 7/13/2026

17u Elite Scout Notes: Days 1-2

Perfect Game Staff
Article Image
High speed look at the FF-SL-CH from '27 RHP Liam McGeady (OH)... #NatElite @PG_OhioValley @Cincy_Legends https://t.co/hhoDL7DBbi pic.twitter.com/Ts79GLPGoU — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) July 12, 2026 Liam McGeady (2027, Liberty Township, Ohio) had the stuff working on Saturday morning, getting the start for Legends Scout 2027. The uncommitted right-hander ran it up to 91 and sat 88-90 with a full starter’s mix. All three of the secondaries played well and project moving forward. The curveball worked in the mid-70s with good depth and healthy shape. The slider operated in the 79-82 range with gyro spin and short break. McGeady rounded out the repertoire with a changeup that showed big fade and depth, proving effective versus lefties. He ended the outing going five ⅔ innings, allowing no earned runs on four hits, striking out six total. The tall and long 6-foot-5,...
Read More
Tournaments | Championship | 7/13/2026

ZT Select Takes 14u WWBA West Title

Emily Hicks
Article Image
After a week of competitive baseball, the ZT Select Prospects have been crowned the 14U WWBA National Champions, completing an impressive tournament run with a championship victory over Swarm Red Elite National 2030 with a final score of 3-1. The 14U division brought together 19 talented teams for a week of high-level competition, with players from California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Hawaii, and Pennsylvania battling for the opportunity to compete on one of the biggest stages in youth baseball. Throughout the tournament, ZT Select Prospects showed consistency, resilience, and the ability to compete in close games. From the opening rounds of pool play to the championship matchup, the team continued to find ways to win behind strong pitching, timely hitting, and a complete team effort. In the championship game, ZT Select Prospects was led by standout performances from Jeremy Jimenez, who...
Read More
Draft | Mock Draft | 7/13/2026

2027 Mock Draft: Way Too Early Ediition

Vincent Cervino
Article Image
With the 2026 MLB Draft officially complete, let's quickly turn our eyes to the 2027 group and do a way too early mock draft. Leading the way is shortstop Brendan Lawson out of the University of Florida, setting the trend as three of the top four names all call shortstop home with Dylan Seward and Carter Hadnot. If shortstops aren't your thing for any which reason, maybe hard throwing left-handers tickle your fancy whether it be prep Connor Salerno, Tomas Valincius from Mississippi State or Dylan Volantis, a dominant arm from the University of Texas.  Pick Team Name Pos. School 1 Los Angeles Angels Brendan Lawson SS Florida 2 Kansas City Royals Dylan Seward SS Norco (Calif.) 3 Colorado Rockies Landon Hairston OF Arizona State 4 New York Mets Carter Hadnot SS Aquinas (Calif.) 5 Athletics Connor Salerno LHP Sun Valley (N.C.) 6 Cincinnati Reds Tomas Valincius LHP Mississippi State 7...
Read More
Draft | Story | 7/12/2026

2027 MLB Draft: Initial Follow List

Vincent Cervino
Article Image
With the 2026 MLB Draft in the books, our focus now shifts to a new group of players ready to take center stage as the 2027 draft cycle begins. Our initial 2027 Follow List serves as an early snapshot of the players who should draw plenty of attention over the next year. This new crop of talent features collegiate players coming off loud spring seasons, alongside prep prospects who have already flashed big upside as underclassman.  As always, this list will evolve throughout the year. Some players will continue to elevate their stock, while others will jump onto the radar and force their way into the conversation. So, without further ado, let the fun begin.  The road to the 2027 MLB Draft starts now. Name Level Pos. B-T School Hometown State Commitment Adrian Rodriguez C 3B/OF S-R Texas Flower Mound TX Aidan King C RHP L-R Florida Bryceville FL Bino Watters C OF L-L LSU...
Read More
Loading more articles...
About Perfect Game :: Contact us :: Terms of Use :: Privacy Policy :: Testimonials :: Job Opportunities
Copyright 1994-2026 by Perfect Game. All rights reserved. No portion of this information may be reprinted or reproduced without the written consent of Perfect Game.