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College  | Story | 3/31/2026

PG Collegiate Midseason Awards

Midseason Awards 

Perfect Game Midseason Player of the Year: 

Landon Hairston, OF, Arizona State 



The season sophomore outfielder Landon Hairston is putting together is generational, even amongst the Hall of Fame talent Arizona State has fielded over the years.  Hairston, the 5-11/195 sophomore outfielder from Queen City, AZ has his club on track for another postseason appearance and they will make plenty of noise in the Big 12 regular season.  To put things in perspective on Hairston’s season, he is currently 5th in the nation in batting average, 3rd in hits, 8th in hits per game, tied for 2nd in home runs, tied for 5th in runs scored and is 4th in runs batted in so far.  He holds a batting average of .469 while slugging 1.027 and reaching base over half the time with an OBP of .551.  Hairston walks more than he strikes out and has 12 doubles, 17 home runs and 48 RBI at the halfway point of the season.  If he can stay on this pace, he will have put together one of the best offensive seasons in college baseball history. 

Perfect Game Midseason Pitcher of the Year: 

Mason Edwards, LHP, Southern Cal 

With the Trojans off to their best start in program history having won 26 of their first 29 games, you must suspect that the pitching has been at the heart of their success.  Well, they do lead the nation with a 2.64 team ERA and Mason Edwards is right at the top individually with a minuscule 0.67 ERA of his own.  The 6-2/190 lefty from Los Angeles has put together one of the most dominant first halves of a season on the mound in recent years.  Using an explosive low-to-mid 90s fastball, an abrupt breaking ball and devastating changeup, he has held opponents in check with his ability to blend his repertoire.  In 7 starts, Edwards is 5-0 with that 0.67 ERA over 40.1 IP, allowing a ridiculously low 11 hits while accumulating a 74:20 strikeout-to-walk ratio.  He is in the top 5 in almost every pitching category including ERA, hits allowed per nine, strikeouts and WHIP.  Things are shaping up for Edwards to go down in USC history as one of their best starting pitchers of all time. 

Perfect Game Midseason Two-way Player of the Year: 

Evan Dempsey, OF/RHP, Florida Gulf Coast 

True two-way players are the rarest commodity in our game today and nobody has done it better than Evan Dempsey over the past three seasons.  Often, there isn’t a real balance between time on the mound and time at the plate, but Dempsey is a starter on both sides of the ball. To put it plainly, the 6-2/205 junior from Tampa, FL is one of the best hitters and the best pitcher on the FGCU roster.  As their Friday night starter on the mound, the righty Dempsey is 3-0 in 7-starts with a 2.89 ERA spanning 43.2 IP allowing 28 hits and putting together a 64:11 strikeout-to-walk ratio.  With the stick, he swings it from the left side and is slashing .398/.641/.504 with 13 doubles, 4 home runs, 25 RBIs and has thrown in 5 stolen bases for good measure.  The Eagles are (19-8) to the halfway point of the season and are right in the middle of the mix in the ASUN with a (5-3) record. 

Perfect Game Midseason Freshman of the Year: 

Nicholas Partida, IF, Texas A&M 

The Texas A&M Aggies have pushed their way into the Top 25 at the midway point of the season and the offense has been quite an issue for opponents to deal with.  They are averaging almost 10-runs per game as a team and Nico Partida has literally been right in the middle of this dangerous lineup.  The 6-0/195 freshman from Manvel, TX has been handling the hot-corner and typically batting 5th to provide protection for the cleanup hitter.  The super athletic righty is off to a great start, batting .320 and slugging .563 to go with an OBA of .413 over 27 starts and 103 at bats.  He is starting to tap into his power with 4 doubles and 7 home runs while driving in 23 runs to date.  As his strike zone discipline continues to improve, all indications are that Partida will continue to put up monster numbers for the Aggies.   

Perfect Game Midseason Coach of the Year: 

Andy Stankiewicz, Southern Cal 

Andy Stankiewicz has been coaching college baseball for 19 years, serving as head coach at Grand Canyon for 11 seasons and now in his fourth season as the head coach at USC.  While he has been ultra successful, having won five WAC championships along the way, even he hasn’t ever experienced the run his club has been on so far in 2026.  Off to the best start in program history, they set the record with a 16-0 start to the season and extended that record to 19 consecutive wins before losing their first game of the year.  Built around the best pitching staff in the nation, the Trojans have already thrown 8-shutouts and lead the nation in countless team pitching categories.  This season has reinvigorated the fan base, USC is currently (26-3) and they have their biggest challenge of the season this coming weekend as they travel to Westwood to take on UCLA.  Regardless, it obvious Stankiewicz has brought back the glory days for USC and this ride is just getting started. 
 
Perfect Game Midseason Team of the Year: 

UCLA Bruins 

There aren’t very many programs across the country with a more prestigious history than the UCLA Bruins.  So, the fact that the Bruins are off to the best start in program history is really saying something.  The consensus No. 1 team in the land, they are off to an incredible (12-0) start in the Big Ten, have won 19-games in a row and are (25-2) overall in the first half.  They sport one of the best offenses in the nation, slashing .306/.528/.443 as a team with 57 doubles, 46 home runs and they are averaging over 10-runs per game.  They are Top 10 in the nation with a .983 team fielding percentage, Top 15 in the nation with a 3.27 ERA and have only allowed 8 stolen bases all year.  With the experience and star power on this roster and the fact that most of them played in Omaha in 2025, the UCLA Bruins are the favorites to take home the national title as we are on the backside of the season now. 

College | Rankings | 6/25/2026

College Top 25: Final Update

Vincent Cervino
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With a postseason run for the ages, the Oklahoma Sooners (43-23) took home the National Championship and naturally finish the 2026 season as our No. 1 team in the land.  It is the third national title for the Sooners, playing in their 12th CWS and making their fourth championship series appearance.  They add to previous national titles won in 1951 and 1994 and did it by taking the most difficult path of any team in this year’s tournament.  In the NCAA Tournament, Oklahoma took down national seeds, No. 2 Georgia Tech twice, No. 3 Georgia twice, No. 5 UNC twice, No. 7 Alabama and No. 15 Kansas twice.  This was the second time that head coach Skip Johnson has led the Sooners to the CWS Championship Series since 2022 and the first time he has taken home the crown.  The North Carolina Tarheels (54-14) was one win away from their first national title and finish...
High School | General | 7/1/2026

PG High School All-Americans

Tyler Russo
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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...
Tournaments | Story | 7/1/2026

Performance Baseball Rolls On

Kinley Kitchens
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Championship teams often reveal themselves when the game isn’t going their way. Performance Baseball 2028/Milwaukee Brewers Scout Team did exactly that. Trailing Florida Burn 2028 Scout through four innings, the Brewers refused to panic. Instead, they relied on timely hitting, consistent pitching, and an unselfish approach at the plate, rallying a five-run fifth inning before pulling away for a 9-5 victory to clinch their spot in the semifinals. The comeback was fueled by contributions throughout the lineup. Six different players drove in runs, including two RBIs each from Aiden Capobianco and Cameron Massey, while Matthew Heredia, Parker Weston, Ethan Smith, and Aj Bonnette each added an RBI of their own. On the mound, Derek Wenzel set the tone with 3.2 solid innings before Ethan Smith shut the door in relief, helping preserve the comeback victory. Although the Brewers have had a...
Tournaments | Championship | 7/1/2026

JK Select Hawaii Tackles 14u West WS

Emily Hicks
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JK Select Hawaii capped off an impressive tournament run by defeating GBG Vegas 14u Red14-4 in the championship game on Sunday at Goodyear Ballpark, claiming the 14u West World Series title. From the opening pitch, JK Select controlled the pace of the game. The offense jumped out early, scoring 6 runs in the 1st inning after timely hits from MVP Sean Shindo and Kade Manarpaac. The early lead gave the pitching staff confidence as they worked efficiently through the opposing lineup. “I've worked hard to get better at my game for the past few months; it means a lot that I did well and performed in a tournament like this” said Shindo. Starting pitcher Maddox Prones turned in a strong performance, allowing 3 runs while striking out 5 batters over 3 innings. The defense backed the effort with great plays in the middle infield, preventing GBG Vegas from building momentum....
Tournaments | Story | 7/1/2026

"Wow" Swings Catch Eyes at 16u Elite

Kinley Kitchens
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On the second day of the 2026 Perfect Game National Elite Championship, one swing turned heads across the ballpark. The next one brought everyone to a stop. With Wow Factor Nation 16U trailing midway through its matchup against Sandlot Scout Team 2028, Micheal O'Connor launched a solo home run to spark the offense. Just one batter later, Aaron Frink stepped into the box and sent another ball over the fence, delivering back-to-back home runs that quickly became one of the most talked about moments of the tournament’s opening days. Parents gathered along the nets, players from previous games stopped to watch, and college scouts turned their attention toward the action as the two towering swings energized the crowd and brought new life to the game. Although Wow Factor Nation ultimately lost 5-3 after a hard-fought performance, the back-to-back home runs served as a reminder of the...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Stacked Runs the Table at 17u WWBA

Will Dembo
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Following a jam-packed week of entertainment at the 17u WWBA Championships, the top nationally ranked program, USA Prime 17u National/Detroit Tigers Scout Team, faced off against Stacked Baseball 17u (No. 80 nationally) in the highly anticipated championship matchup as both teams looked to earn one of the most prestigious titles in all of travel baseball. Each talented squad entered the finale undefeated, but Stacked Baseball continued their dominance throughout the tournament, defeating the Detroit Tigers Scout Team 10-2 in mercy rule fashion to become national champions behind explosive bats and impressive pitching. Stacked Baseball was the overwhelming top team throughout the week as the WWBA Champions outscored opponents by an absurd 117-12 during their 11-0 run. “We got some talented kids, but we played against a little bit of Goliath over there,” Stacked Head Coach Mike...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

17u WWBA Scout Notes: Day 7

Perfect Game Staff
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17u WWBA Scout Notes: Day 1 | Day 2 | Day 3 | Day 4  Day 5 | Day 6 Shea Corona (2027, Brooklyn, N.Y.) showcased some loud stuff out of the bullpen for MLB Breakthrough Series 2027. The New York native and primary shortstop topped out at 93 with the fastball, sitting comfortable in the 90-92 range. Corona paired it with a sharp and tight slider at 81-83, staying on the same plane until late. The pitch plays well already and the delivery is very athletic. The uncommitted right-hander went three scoreless and was in the zone plenty, striking out two while not allowing a walk. '27 SS Moises Gudino (FL) continues to stay red hot, working a long AB & cracking an oppo 2B on the 8th pitch. Really seeing ing well. #WWBA @Florida_PG https://t.co/OjNJ8Bmzao pic.twitter.com/WoDDp35EI1 — Perfect Game Scout (@PG_Scouting) June 30, 2026 Moises Gudino (2027, Tampa, Fla.)...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Texas Twelve Firing On Full Cylinders

Kinley Kitchens
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Every team hopes to start a tournament with momentum, but few make a statement quite like Texas Twelve Maroon 2028. Matched up against defending champion Excel Blue Wave National to kick off their debut in the 2026 Perfect Game National Elite Championship, Texas Twelve Maroon delivered a complete team performance, earning a hard-fought 3-2 victory and immediately establishing themselves as one of the top teams to watch this week. The win showcased the balance that has made Texas Twelve Maroon a powerful team. Strong pitching, timely hitting, and steady defense all played a role as the team held off one of the tournament’s premier programs. Right-hander Ty Antley turned in an outstanding performance on the mound, throwing a complete game while allowing only five hits and two walks over seven innings. The High Follow prospect worked consistently between 85-89 mph and mixed in a sharp...
Tournaments | Championship | 6/30/2026

Flames Capture 18U BCS Title

Alyssa Golden
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Flames Natty used timely hitting and a dominant start from Beau Collier to defeat NLB American 7-3 and capture the 18U BCS National Championship on Monday at Lee Health Sports Complex. Despite being assembled just hours before the tournament began, the Flames quickly developed chemistry throughout the tournament. “This team was put together 12 hours before this tournament, and they went on a crazy run,” head coach Adam Vasquez said. “These kids know each other locally, but they don’t play together. For them to come together last minute like that, it’s crazy. I’m proud of them for that.” The game opened as a pitchers’ duel, with David Acevedo recording the lone hit through the first two innings. NLB American starter Hayden Graham kept the Flames in check early, allowing just one hit while striking out one over 2.0 innings. The right-hander...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Ohio Valley BCS Champ. Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
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‘28 C Keegan Sawyer (OH) showcased the toolshed in this one. A top player in the OH ‘28 class. LOUD (Hit & Defense) #OVBCS @KeeganSawyer10 Clip 1: 3-R 💣 to LF Clip 2: 2B to LC Clip 3: SEED, Caught Stealing @ 2B Name for August 1 @MidlandBasebal pic.twitter.com/FvIpEU7Llz — Jordan Gates (@JGatesPG) June 27, 2026 Keegan Sawyer (2028, Cleves, Ohio) The stock continues to go up and up for Keegan Sawyer. Fresh off a state championship for Bading High School, he has picked up where he has left off this spring. It seems that he gets bigger each time I see him, but the frame really works on both sides of the ball at 6-feet, 190-pounds. It’s athletic and the actions on both sides are extremely advanced. Sawyer took home MVP honors after finishing with nine hits, six going for extra bases including two home runs, nine RBIs and eight runs scored. It’s electric at...
Tournaments | Story | 6/30/2026

Texas Region Scout Notes

Perfect Game Staff
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Austin Lyons (2028, Cibolo, Texas) put on a display for Canes Southwest Prime 16U. Went 7-14 at the plate with a pair of doubles and triples, while driving in 13 runs. He won Tournament MVP for his efforts. Physical left-handed frame with feel to hit to all fields. Utilizes the middle of the field as well as the opposite field efficiently. Should be a force to be reckoned with as he grows into some more power. Evan Rosales (2027, Houston, Texas) was dominant on the mound for HP 2027 Allen. Went five shutout innings over the weekend, surrendering just one hit and two walks while striking out ten. Fastball lives 83-87 with some carry. Curveball is a heavy 12/6 downer at 69-74. North-south approach with a super steep release. Showed some really good feel for the zone and sequenced effectively to keep hitters off balance. Tristan Wright (2028, Magnolia, Texas) put on a show for Banditos 2028...
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