Witherspoon followed his twin brother Kyson in the Sooners' rotation after he threw an absolute gem on Friday. Malachi also has octane stuff and it was on display Saturday evening against Oregon State. The junior worked around some trouble and went 4.1, allowing two runs on three hits, striking out three and walking four. Witherspoon sat an easy 95-97 with the fastball and held the velocity well, featuring some heavy run and short sink. He went to a darting slider often, both to set up counts and as an out pitch. It ranged between 86-90 mph with tight spin, showing feel to place it glove side, and projects as above-average. The right-hander went to a big 12-6 curveball at 79-81 at around 2800 RPM as the third pitch, freezing a righty for a strikeout on one occasion. Witherspoon is plus athlete and it showed up in multiple instances, making a handful of nice plays on the mound. The delivery is smooth and fluid with an unorthodox flip and curl to the arm through the back. Witherspoon will need to refine the fastball command and find a third pitch that can miss bats to keep hitters off the slider. The arm talent has always been clear since a prep and Witherspoon has a chance to go in the first five rounds in July.

LHP Nelson Keljo (@BeaverBaseball) cruising in the low-90s, reached back for a 94. Great qual & plays up, going to mid-80s CH & 1-7 CB at 78-80. Fiery competitor. Jr./‘25 elig. #PGDraft @PG_Draft pic.twitter.com/ppahHuMIhY

— PG College Baseball (@PGCollegeBall) February 22, 2025

Nelson Keljo, Oregon State

Keljo saw success last season, pitching mostly out of the Beavers ‘pen. Moving into 2025, the southpaw is now taking on the Friday role. He struggled a bit with command, but managed to battle and navigate through it pretty well against Virginia. Keljo worked heavily off of the fastball, working in the 89-92 range and reaching back for 94 when he needed it. The fastball plays up from the velocity, holding plane up in the zone from the high slot. The pitch jumps out of the hand and is tougher to pick up, allowing for some added deception. He struggled to land the breaking ball at 78-80 in the cold weather and really had to rely on beating guys with the heater. Keljo pitched with fire, talking to the ‘Hoos dugout on occasion while competing hard. The changeup lived in the mid-80s and he did slow his arm a touch on the pitch. The left-hander stands at a physical 6-foot-4, 228-pounds and the delivery is clean. He ended the night throwing four innings, allowing two hits and two runs while striking out three and walking four.

RHP Kyle Remington (@GopherBaseball) working 89-91, up to 92. Ath on the mound, mixing 11-5 CB at 78-80 as go-to. Soph./‘25 elig. pic.twitter.com/OEAW7lLr2e

— PG College Baseball (@PGCollegeBall) February 22, 2025

Kyle Remington, Minnesota

Remington turned in a very solid start for the Golden Gophers, facing one of the better lineups in the country in Virginia. The right-hander is a thin 6-foot, 165-pounds and employs a Bronson Arroyo-esque high leg kick. The arm action is short through the back, staying on line and releasing from a standard high ¾ slot. The fastball topped at 92 early on, sitting comfortably at 89-91. The breaking ball at 78-80 was effective throughout, serving as the go-to secondary. The changeup at 83 was a nice change of pace and got lefties out front often. Remington limited hard contact and pitched into the seventh frame. He filled the zone up throughout and didn’t surrender a single walk over 6.1, allowing four runs while punching out five.

-Kyler Peterson

Open side look (w/ slo-mo) at the 3-run triple by Devin Taylor (107 EV) @IndianaBase @PG_Draft https://t.co/hw1O8fJ7V7 pic.twitter.com/w5opkFkK4H

— PG College Baseball (@PGCollegeBall) February 17, 2025

Devin Taylor, Indiana

Devin Taylor (‘25 elig.) has been a dominant force for Indiana over the last two years, playing his way into the early day one conversation for this year’s draft. Taylor features a lean 6-foot-1, 215-pound frame with plenty of strength present. At the plate, the left-handed hitting Taylor utilizes a conventional setup. An even base has a slightly crouched lower half, while the hands start near the back ear. A moderate leg kick timing mechanism is used. The barrel shows a slight wrap behind the head, but the hands create quality stretch pre-pitch. Taylor can turn the barrel well, staying tight and generate bat speed through the zone. There is loud impact when squared up, helping generate quality all-fields power. Continuing to refine the ball flight will allow for that power to play to its highest potential. The offensive profile has the ceiling of an impact bat that hit near the top of the order bat. Defensively, Taylor will likely stick in left field at the next level where he flashed some range to the gap throughout the weekend. The upside of the profile should draw plenty of draft attention this spring, as Taylor has the potential to be a day one pick.  

Zach Yorke (‘25 elig.) tattoos this ball to RF for a 2-run HR (103 EV). Quick hands turn the barrel well. Generates big time power to the pullside. Enticing hit/power potential @GCU_Baseball @PG_Draft pic.twitter.com/7RRhCSMoVV

— PG College Baseball (@PGCollegeBall) February 15, 2025

Zach Yorke, Grand Canyon

Zach Yorke (‘25 elig) has been a consistent producer in the Lopes lineup since stepping on campus and should be a driving force for them yet again this spring. Yorke features a strong frame at 6-foot-2. 295-pounds with plenty of strength present. The offensive profile is extremely impressive. Yorke utilizes an upright set up with a slightly open stance. A simple timing mechanism and loose hands create quality rhythm and timing. Once the swing is initiated, Yorke gets the barrel on plane early and turns it well. There is bat speed present and loud impact off the barrel. Yorke can generate advanced power that plays mostly to the pull side. Along with power, Yorke shows a strong feel for the strike zone. It allows him to draw walks at a high clip and work deep into counts until he gets a mistake over the plate. The combination of hit and power ability give Yorke strong offensive upside that is sure to draw some draft attention this summer.

Riley Nelson (‘25 elig.) hammers this ball into the pullside gap for a double (112 EV). Barrel skills has stood out. Quick hands generate loud impact at contact @VandyBoys @PG_Draft pic.twitter.com/VnehWwWs1B

— PG College Baseball (@PGCollegeBall) February 16, 2025

Riley Nelson, Vanderbilt

Riley Nelson (‘25 elig.) is a new JUCO addition to the Vanderbilt roster, transferring in from Yavapai, and has made an immediate impact. The left-handed hitting Nelson utilizes a slightly unconventional setup at the dish. The lower half starts open with a wide, spread out base, while the hands start above Nelson’s head. A toe tap timing mechanism is used to shift his weight. There is a slight hitch to the hands, but quality rhythm allows Nelson to stay in-sync into launch. Bat speed stands out, as Nelson creates a whippy barrel through the zone with loud impact at contact. There is advanced feel for the barrel, as Nelson can get to tough pitches on both halves of the plate. A quality hit tool gives the offensive profile a high floor, but there is also some power present. It plays mostly to the pull side and can result in extra-base hits frequently. Nelson’s immediate impact in the Vanderbilt lineup is impressive and it would not be surprising if he played his way onto draft boards. 

Open side look at the laser by Oliver @IndianaBase @PG_Draft https://t.co/HnLZsi00oY pic.twitter.com/Wkaz1cEiwK

— PG College Baseball (@PGCollegeBall) February 17, 2025

Jasen Oliver, Indiana

Jasen Oliver (‘25 elig.) brings a dynamic skill set that can impact games on both sides of the ball. Coming off a strong freshman campaign, Oliver jumped right back into it with a loud opening weekend. Offensively, Oliver possesses a mix of bat to ball skills and impact. A wide base stance with a crouched lower half allows for a quiet toe tap timing mechanism. A clean path to contact gets on plane early and stays in the zone long. The hands and hips fire with good intent. There is bat speed present and barrel feel present that allows for loud impact at contact. Despite a slightly undersized 5-foot-11, 185-pound frame, Oliver can generate quality power that plays to all fields. The power was shown off early with a loud, game-tying home run late against Xavier. Defensively, Oliver shows the ability to play an above-average second base. He ranges well both ways and can take away hits fairly often. While he likely profiles there at the next level; he can play some shortstop if needed. The tools are impressive and will draw interest this summer as a draft eligible sophomore. 


-Tyler Henninger