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College  | Story  | 5/21/2025

SEC Tournament Scout Notes: Day 1

Vincent Cervino
Photo: Brody Donay (Florida Athletics)
Missouri vs. Alabama


Sam Horn, RHP, Missouri

Right-hander Sam Horn made his fifth start of the season in what was a win-or-go-home situation for the Tigers. Horn has just a little over 10 innings to his name over the course of this three year career in Columbia, largely because of his commitment to the football team where he is a quarterback. It’s really easy to see the athletic upside however, as he’s big and strong at 6-foot-4, 217-pounds with real athleticism and a low effort delivery. The fastball was up to 98 mph in the first inning and was anywhere from 93-97 mph over the course of his three inning start. There was feel for multiple breaking balls: a firmer gyro slider and a softer sweeper, both of which flashed some solid potential. The command wasn’t super fine tuned but there were a fair amount of strikes. It’s important to remember that this is a super low mileage arm, he has just twelve career innings to date, but there are a lot of athletic traits with a really good arm and Horn has a chance to be an early day two pick come July.




Justin Lebron, SS, Alabama

Alabama shortstop Justin Lebron has enjoyed a successful follow-up to his very good freshman campaign, crushing eighteen home runs and even earning some Golden Spikes buzz. He was on base four times in the win over Missouri, walking three times and coming through with an RBI single to take the lead in the fourth inning. Lebron showed a very keen eye, capable of spitting on spin low and out of the zone, and was very selective with the pitches he swung at. The hands work really well into the swing with looseness, plenty of whip and bat speed, and significant present power with room for more. Lebron also showed what he was capable of defensively, making a highlight reel play to his backhand early in the game. He’s capable of the plus play but suring up the routine will be paramount in his defensive development. Regardless, shortstops with his kind of power and SEC performance are rare and Lebron is every bit in the, very early, discussions for the first overall pick in 2026.

Brady Neal, C, Alabama

Alabama catcher Brady Neal had himself a very strong day, showing quality chops defensively all day and capped off the performance with a solo shot late in the game. A former PG All-American, Neal has settled into the catcher’s role for Alabama heading into the postseason and for good reason. He showed that he can handle the pitchers nicely with good receiving and blocking skills. There’s some sneaky juice here too and he looks like he’ll be an important piece for Alabama down the stretch. 

Jackson Lovich, SS, Missouri

Missouri shortstop Jackson Lovich, a former draft pick out of high school, has enjoyed quite an impressive season for the Tigers, finishing with a .357 average and twelve home runs. Lovich had two hits in this one, both coming off the bat hard and on the ground, one through each side of the field. He’s a balanced offensive performer, and one who was one of the main threats in the Missouri lineup. He’s currently playing shortstop for Missouri but looks versatile enough to handle any infield spot at the next level and he’s got a good shot to get drafted this coming cycle.


Kentucky vs. Oklahoma


Jason Walk, OF, Oklahoma

Oklahoma centerfielder Jason Walk had the biggest swing of the day for the Sooners, crushing a go ahead home run in the early innings to get the lead that they would not relinquish. Walk has very good tools to set the table near the top of the order, particularly his bat-to-ball skills and his speed. He rarely expands the zone and chases and is good at putting the ball in play, allowing his wheels to wreak havoc on the defense. He’s easily a plus runner, even capable of burning better times down the line, and he uses that speed to provide very solid centerfield defense. Walk’s already got eight home runs on the year so double digit bombs is possible and he looks to be a name to follow heading into his draft year of 2026.

Easton Carmichael, C, Oklahoma

Easton Carmichael had a very strong day for the Sooners, stringing together multiple good at-bats and also showing that the defense will translate to the next level. He’s been Oklahoma’s top hitter by most metrics this season, leading the team in batting average, home runs, and RBI. Carmicheal singled through the left side early followed by just missing a home run and tripling off the right centerfield wall in his final at-bat. The swing is balanced and quick with a good bit of strength exuded at the point of contact. There is hit and power potential in the bat here and he showed off the catch-and-throw skill with a sub-2.00 pop in game. Carmichael checks a lot of boxes when it comes to scouting college catchers, a demographic that always goes high in the draft so look for Carmichael to be a quick name off the board in July.

James Hitt, LHP, Oklahoma

James Hitt was fantastic for Oklahoma, taking the ball from the starting pitcher to turn in four shutout on the mound and hand the ball to the closer. Hitt, a senior, has been a key piece to the bullpen this season, pitching to a 2.76 ERA on the year. It’s a deceptive operation with a crossfired front landing leg and a hidden release. The fastball was up to 96 mph and lived in the low-to-mid-90s depending on his usage of the two seam and the four seam. He mixed in an upper-80s cutter with an above average changeup too that he killed the spin on. Hitt is an older arm but one that’s been key for the Sooners and one that could be a priority senior come the draft in July.

Dylan Crooks, RHP, Oklahoma

Dylan Crooks has served as the closer for the Sooners this season and he’s been very good doing so, pitching to an ERA south of 2.00 with thirteen saves. This wasn’t a save situation but the Sooners still went to Crooks in what was an uneventful ninth inning. It was mostly fastball-slider for Crooks, who comes right at hitters from a very high arm slot, creating an uncomfortable look. Crooks lived in the mid-90s with the slider coming in the mid-80s. A power arsenal for a power backend arm as Crooks has been one of the most reliable relievers in the SEC this season.


South Carolina vs. Florida


Bobby Boser, SS, Florida

One of just two seniors on the roster, Boser had everything working for the Gators in the win over South Carolina. He showed off the defensive chops early and often in this one, converting all the outs in the first inning and showing the ability to move from side to side and also maintain balance on the charge. He likely will move around the dirt in pro ball but he’s got versatility as he’s played almost every position on the field throughout his college career. Boser got the scoring started early too, crushing a home run to centerfield. He’s adept at getting the hands extended and leveraging out in front with good present power and room for more. There are still strikeout concerns dating back to Boser’s time at USF, but he’s been crushing for the Gators this season. Boser is a true four-year senior so he will likely be a priority for teams come July give his play and tools.


Brody Donay, C, Florida

Donay has been one of the most dangerous hitters in the SEC this season and he showed why on Tuesday, essentially slapping a ball the other way that got out ten rows deep. At 6-foot-5, 235-pounds, few can match Donay’s physicality in the batter’s box and he has true all fields power. It’s real 40+ homer potential in the batter’s box and one area where Donay has improved has been the strikeouts. He overhauled his swing over the offseason and now essentially starts out extremely wide in the box and has a minimal hand load, using his natural strength to provide the power in the swing. He’s been the everyday catcher since Luke Heyman went down with injury and has looked strong back there where his elite arm strength is a real weapon. Donay is an interesting case come July as few in this class possess a higher power ceiling albeit with risk on the hit tool.

Hayden Yost, OF, Florida

Sophomore Hayden Yost has been a solid contributor for the Gators this season and looks like a good candidate for the leadoff spot next season. It’s a smooth, controlled stroke from the left side with functional use and a clean path. Yost lofted one up and out for the Gators’ third home run of the day, leaving the bat at 100 mph. That was only his fourth homer of the year but it’s good to see that the power is in there when he can turn on it. Yost walks at a healthy rate and is a comfortably above average runner which bodes well for him in centerfield where he can really go and get the ball. It’s a strong skill set with sound swing decisions, healthy in zone contact rates, and defensive value at a premium position.
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