Donovan Craig (2028, Munster, Ind.) continued the hot hitting for 5 Star Great Lakes 2028 National. He got the offense started in the bottom of the first inning with a loud solo shot over the left-center field wall and followed it up later in the game with a single down the pull-side right field line. The left-handed hitter starts from a wide base with open feet and a low back elbow with a high handset, utilizes a negative, hanging leg lift stride. Bigger shift onto the back leg before getting the foot down on time and uncoils explosively with a direct hand path to generate torque and a ton of bat speed. Leverages the back side well with a slightly uphill bat plane with some feel to lift and launch. Compact hand path and gets the arms extended with a heavy barrel to impact and drive the ball to both gaps. Athletic, twitchy 5-foot-8, 155-pound frame that projects. High energy, shortstop that has been showing barrel control all event and good speed out of the box.
Caleb Wilson (2028, Crown Point, Ind.) continued to get it done in the cleanup spot for 5 Star Great Lakes 2028 National. He added another two hits, including a no-doubt three-run home run to take the lead in the fifth inning. The left-handed hitter starts from a wide base with even feet and a high back elbow with a high handset, utilizes a negative toe-tap stride. Creates separation in the back shoulder and gets into the back hip well with a simple operation and a quiet load. Uncoils well and stays connected with a direct hand path to whip the barrel through with good bat speed. Stays short to contact with quick hands and a compact swing. Uses a flat bat plane with feel to turn over the barrel with strength at contact and jump off the barrel. The outfielder has a projectable, lean 5-foot-9, 150-pound frame with smooth actions in the swing and a solid approach at the plate with feel to use the whole field.
Haitham Abulatifa (2028, Winterville, N.C.) showed the bat-to-ball skills and was all over the barrel for Carolina Cubs 2028 American. The right-handed hitter starts from a wide base with open feet and a high back elbow with a high handset, utilizes an inward lift-and-replace trigger. Gets into the back shoulder and hip before shifting through contact with direct hands and a flat bat plane. Stays short to contact and gets the arms extended through contact to create impact and jump off the barrel. He went 3-for-3 and showed the feel to get the barrel out front and pepper the pull-side. Physical 5-foot-11, 190-pound wit present strength. Hands get on plane well with feel for the barrel and has shown a high contact approach throughout the weekend.
Nolan Slaymaker (2028, Fort White, Fla.) was electric on the mound for Power Baseball 2028 Marucci. The right-handed pitcher went 3.1 shutout innings with four strikeouts and only allowed one hit and one walk in the start. Slaymaker works from a full windup with a side-step on the first base side of the rubber into a letter-high leg kick and a long, in-line stride down the mound with drop-and-drive lower half mechanics. Gets down the mound well with good push and torque from the lower half as the hands start at the chest before rising up to the back shoulder during the leg lift and breaking into a compact arm action that hides the ball before accelerating through from a high three- quarter arm slot. Deliberate mover on the mound that showed a feel to repeat the mechanics. Showed two different fastball shapes. The four-seam fastball reaching 90 and sitting 86-88 throughout with good arm-side run, and a cutter in the low-to-mid 80s that had some horizontal bite. Also showed a slider with 10-4 shape and big two-plane break. Slaymaker worked the outer half well and showed some feel to run the fastball back in on the hands to right-handed hitters. Physical, large 6-foot-2, 220-pound frame that is a presence on the mound that makes for uncomfortable at-bats. Moderate effort at release and a ton of projection remaining in the frame.
-Marcus Thomas
Cal Schnabel (2028, Central, S.C.) stepped up to the plate for his first at-bat on the day and ambushed on a first pitch heater, lofting it to one the right field fence for a double. He caught the ball a bit out front and made an impressive move to backspin it. Schnabel has impressive bat-to-ball and the power is beginning to develop and show. The swing is loose with some loft and he has the ability to drive the ball to all fields. The shortstop is a well-rounded player and
the bat projects well in all facets.
Pat Conner (2028, Welsh, Louis.) entered the game in relief and showed huge upside. The right-hander lived mostly upper-80s and reached back for 91. The heater featured heavy running life and missed bats at the top of the zone. The Louisiana native flashed a sweeping breaking ball a few times, working in the 69-71 range. Conner stands at a tall 6-foot-5, 195-pounds with long limbs and the projection is limitless.
Sam Dicker (2028, Bronxville, N.Y.) tossed a gem for Canes American 15U to win the pitching duel. The physical right-hander pitched with fire from the start and finished with six scoreless two-hit innings, punching out 10 in the process. Dicker commanded his stuff well and lived in the 85-87 range, holding mid-80s through the full outing. The slider was an effective secondary at 72-73, showing sweeping break. The shoulder is fast and the arm is long through the back with some whip that allows for some added deception.
Mitchell Wade (2028, Baton Rouge, Louis.) showed a live arm and turned in a strong start for East Coast Grays National. The righty competes hard and advanced arm speed, sitting in the 84-87 range and running it up to 88 early on. The go-to offspeed was a biting slider at 78-80. The pitch has tight spin and later break to it, projecting well moving forward. Wade is a good athlete on the bump and works from an up tempo delivery. He ended up the day throwing four innings, allowing only two hits on two runs while striking out three.
Yariel "Lito" Diaz (2028, Saint Cloud, Fl.) is the highest level two-way prospect and showed off the talent with the stick on Sunday. Coming up to bat for the first time on the day in the bottom of the second, the left-handed bat crushed a loud three-run homer that left the park to right field. The swing is super smooth with a fluid barrel and lift through the zone. Diaz is a an athlete and all-around talented ballplayer with real impact on both sides. On the mound, the southpaw lives upper-80s with impressive feel to pitch and feel for secondaries.
-Kyler Peterson
Jaxxon Tweedt (2028, Chico, CA) Alpha Prime 2028
Loose, athletic centerfielder that possesses the instincts and feet to stick at the premium position long-term. On the barrel a good bit throughout the day, and showed an approach with two strikes shortening the base and choking up to create contact and fight off competitive offerings. The swing is loose, with good lower half engagement and holds direction while with length through the hitting zone. It’s an enticing overall profile, filled with athleticism, body projection and feel to hit as a legit centerfielder. Must follow name in California.
Tripp Sapp (2028, Loganville, GA) Canes Southeast Team GA
Sapp has been on the barrel often this week, employing a simple contact oriented stroke that can work contact to all fields with comfort. Already presently able to control the barrel, more bat speed and impact will come as the lean frame starts to fill out over the coming years. Defensively, Sapp was extremely smooth at shortstop all game long, showing off plenty of feel to coordinate the feet/body to either side and change arm slots on the move with accuracy and ease. He projects to stick up the middle defensively as of right now. Solid profile to bet on improving well over the coming years.
-Michael Albee
Elliot Lee (2027, Suwanee, GA) had a strong day at the plate, driving in four runs and collecting a double to spark his team's offense. Lee showed a confident, controlled swing with good balance through contact. He keeps the barrel in the zone for a long time and creates loud contact when he gets extended. His timing was consistent throughout the day, and he showed the ability to adjust mid-pitch. A poised presence in the box, Lee's approach and bat-to-ball skills stood out.
Jack Spitaleri (2028, Glen Rock, NJ) unloaded on a three-run homer, showing off his strength to the pull side. He turned on an inside pitch with authority, using quick hands and explosive hip rotation to drive it out with ease. His swing is compact and powerful, with natural lift and loud contact when he gets extended. Spitaleri’s pull-side power was on full display, and he attacked with confidence throughout the at-bat. A big moment that highlighted his offensive upside.
Emilio Rivera (2028, Thornton, CO) put together a consistent day at the plate, collecting multiple hits including a double. He showed a balanced, line-drive swing with feel for the barrel and a gap-to-gap approach. Rivera stayed within himself and delivered competitive at-bats all game. Defensively, he’s a reliable middle infielder with smooth actions and clean footwork. He showed solid range to both sides and quick hands on the transfer. A steady presence on both sides of the ball.
Waylon Kinsel (2028, Boulder, CO) delivered one of the biggest swings of the day, launching a momentum-shifting three-run homer to put his team in front. The ball left his bat with serious intent, a no-doubt shot that energized the dugout. Kinsel brings a physical presence to the box and doesn’t get cheated on his swings, attacking with confidence and purpose. He’s got the type of power that can change a game in one pitch. A true spark plug in a key moment.
Chase Phillips (2028, Powell, OH) was locked in at the plate, going a perfect 3-for-3 with an RBI in a key comeback win. He stayed short to the ball and found barrels all game, showing a mature approach and the ability to handle velocity. Phillips came through in pressure spots and kept the line moving with timely contact. His poise in the box stood out, especially in a game where every at-bat mattered. A clutch performance that helped fuel a six-run rally.
Ben Byeman (2028, Redmond, WA) went down to get a low pitch and absolutely launched it for a home run, showing off impressive lift and easy carry. It was a smooth, controlled swing with natural loft that allowed the ball to jump off his bat. Byeman has a knack for finding the barrel, even on tough pitches, and this swing was a perfect example of his feel for hitting. The power comes easy, and the ball carried deep with minimal effort. A loud swing that left no doubt.
Jack Lane (2028, Queen Creek, Ariz.) threw four innings while striking out seven against VSA Red Sox Scout Team 2028. The 6-foot-2 165-pound right-handed pitcher has a high leg kick tilting backwards before firing the ball from a three-quarters arm slot. The fastball is in the low-80s with good life and with his long arms the ball jumps on hitters. He also throws a breaking ball in the low-70s that drops off the table.
Brady Heminger (2028, Lake Worth, Fla.) pitched four innings allowing only two hits while striking out six. The 6-foot-3 180-pound left-handed pitcher has a quick move to the plate with a three-quarters arm slot delivery. The fastball is in the low-80s topping at 84 with good life at the top of the zone. He pairs it with a slider in the low-70s with good depth to it. He has the ability to continue to improve velocity with room to add strength.
Mason Demetree (2028, Longwood, Fla.) displayed his two way potential pitching two and two-thirds innings with four strikeouts while hitting a single. A lean 5-foot-11, 162-pound frame and lots of room to add strength. He is a left-handed hitter with a balanced base and inward knee lift trigger. He has present hand speed and a coiled load that gets him into his lower half. He showed a functional, controlled approach with solid results at the plate. On the mound, he worked from a higher three-quarters slot with a coiled leg lift and some angle at release from the left side. His fastball topped out at 83 mph with good life, and he mixed in a tight 1-7 curveball with maintained arm speed and deception in the low-70s.
Evan Duplechain (2029, Port Barre, La.) showed off the power and speed with two hits including a triple and a double. The 5-foot-7 150-pound left-handed hitting outfielder has a slightly open stance with a high elbow load and with a quick step. He has a compact swing and good bat control with quick hands to generate power to the pull side. He can hit to all fields with a bat that stays in the zone.
-Braxton Goodwin
Carter Zetusky (‘28 Barrington, Nj.) had a solid day at the plate today going 2 for 3 with a pull side double against Florida Blue Jays. Zetusky is hitting .500 this week and displays good bat-to ball skills with control of the barrel. The left-handed hitting outfielder sits at 5-foot-10, 158-pounds and shows off solid range with good arm strength. Potential to be a well rounded hitter in the 2028 class.
Joseph Webb (‘27 Sevierville, Tn.) had a good start on the mound today against 4D Train Baseball - Cisneros. Webb threw 5 1/3 scoreless innings with seven strikeouts, allowed two walks, and three hits. Big frame sitting at 6-foot-3, 195-pounds. He sat between mid-to upper-80’s on his fastball with heavy arm side run and mixed in a sharp slider in the low-to mid-70’s. Webb has continued to improve throughout this summer on the mound and is a well rounded arm in the 2028 class. Top 150 player in the 2028 class.
Braden Little (‘27 Chickamauga, Ga.) showed out on both sides of the ball today with a pull side double and displayed good range in the outfield with a diving catch. Little sits at 5-foot-9, 165-pounds as a left-handed hitting outfielder. He showcases a fluid bat path, good bat-to-ball skills, good range, and runs well. Little is a well rounded player with room to grow in the 2028 class.
Trey Burse (‘27 Bartlett, Tn.) keeps showing off the bat so far this as he is 7 for 10 on the week with 2 extra base hits and six RBI’s. Burse displays good strength to all fields, control of the barrel, and a fluid bat path. He showed good arm strength and reliable hands today at shortstop. Potential to be a well rounded hitter in the 2027 class with room to grow.
James Sobkowiak (‘28 Downers Grove, IL.) had a solid outing today against Diamond Devils 15u Black with 3 1/3 scoreless innings. Sobkowiak recorded four punch outs, allowed one hit, and three walks. He sits at a projectable 6-foot-2, 160-pounds as a right-handed pitcher. His fastball sat between low-to mid-80’s from a high arm slot and mixed in a tight breaking ball in the mid-70’s. Well rounded arm in the 2028 class.
-Austin Zabala