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High School  | General | 4/7/2026

Iowa Spring League Notes: Week 1

Brooks Mitchell-Birdsell (2027, Atkins, Iowa) was solid on both sides of the ball this weekend. He was able to show a clean move working into it, with the feel to impact it out in front and drive hard through contact. He had good barrel accuracy with feel to drive the ball well, especially working pull-side. He was 4-for-8 on the weekend with a double to his credit, driving in 7 runs as well. Mitchell-Birdsell also put together a good outing on the mound, delivering 2 innings of scoreless work with 3 punchouts. He worked the low 80s with some run, flashing a mid-70s curveball with good 11-5 shape and depth. 

Maddux Mueller (2026, Amana, Iowa) LH bat with plenty to like in the batter’s box, and he put together a solid showing this weekend. He finished 2-for-3 with a double, demonstrating both contact ability and the capacity to drive the baseball for extra bases. Mueller features a smooth left-handed swing with a shorter stroke through the zone, allowing him to stay efficient and repeatable with his timing. He does a good job getting extended through contact, which helps him maintain barrel control and impact the ball consistently to the gaps. His approach stands out as well, as he works counts effectively and shows an understanding of pitch selection, looking for pitches he can handle and drive. Mueller presents a disciplined offensive profile with a blend of contact skills, approach, and developing impact that projects well moving forward.



Sam McDermott (2027, Epworth, IA) had an impressive weekend on both sides of the ball. On the mound, he worked 2 scoreless innings while allowing no hits and striking out 5, consistently attacking hitters with a FB 77–83 mph  that he commanded to both sides of the plate. He showed the ability to work ahead in counts and maintain pressure on hitters, pairing the FB with a 70–74 mph breaking ball that he used to generate swings and misses. His delivery repeated well, allowing him to stay in the zone and keep hitters off balance throughout his outing. At the plate, he added two extra-base hits over the weekend, showing a consistent ability to impact the baseball. His offensive approach features an athletic swing with strong lower-half usage.

Brady Rissman (2028, Peosta, IA) turned in a strong 4 inning outing, striking out 8 while consistently attacking hitters. He worked with a fastball in the upper 70s that he was able to command to both sides of the plate, showing confidence in landing it for strikes early in counts. The fastball played up due to his ability to locate and change eye levels, keeping hitters from settling in. He complemented the heater with a mid-60s breaking ball that he was able to land early in counts, giving him an effective secondary option. The ability to throw both pitches for strikes allowed him to stay ahead and dictate at-bats throughout the start. 

Lincoln Berding (2026, Mason City, IA) delivered a dominant 2 inning outing, striking out 5 while allowing no hits. He worked with a FB 85–89 mph that showed present life, allowing him to challenge hitters and miss bats at the top of the zone. The velocity played well as he consistently attacked the strike zone and stayed aggressive throughout his appearance. He complemented the FB with a 75-80 mph breaking ball that featured solid shape and he was able to land early in counts. That secondary pitch generated swings and misses while also helping him disrupt timing and keep hitters guessing. Throughout the appearance maintained a strike-throwing approach while mixing in quality secondaries to control at-bats and consistently produce weak contact.

Tyler Edgar (2027, Oskaloosa, IA) put together a productive weekend at the plate, going 3-for-4 with 2 walks. He showed a short, athletic swing with good rhythm and balance that allowed him to stay consistent in the box. The lower half is engaged well, helping him generate power while remaining grounded through contact. He controls the barrel effectively, allowing him to square balls up and find the gaps. His ability to get on base multiple times highlights a disciplined approach and strong plate awareness. 

Caleb Paulson (2026, Asbury, IA) showed a polished approach at the plate throughout the weekend, finishing 5-for-6 with 2 extra-base hits and 7 RBI. He uses a smooth, controlled load with advanced timing, allowing him to consistently get the foot down early and stay balanced through contact. The swing is repeatable, and he does a good job letting the barrel work through the hitting zone rather than forcing contact. He stays through the baseball well, particularly to the opposite field. His approach reflects a strong feel for the strike zone and an ability to handle a variety of pitch types and locations.

Blake Davis (2027, Keokuk, IA) went 2-for-5 on the weekend, continuing to show a consistent offensive profile at the plate. He gets the foot down early and maintains a controlled, repeatable move into contact, allowing him to stay on time and handle pitches across the zone. The swing features a clean barrel path with good balance, which helps him consistently square balls up. He shows the ability to stay on the outer half and use the opposite field effectively. His physical, strong frame supports his present tools and allows for continued strength and impact potential moving forward. Showcased his repeatable swing that translated into consistent contact throughout the weekend.

Brady Wick (2027, Riverside, IA) showed a controlled barrel through the zone with a compact, repeatable swing that allows him to consistently find the barrel. His approach reflects a good feel for using the entire field, staying balanced and on time with pitches. Contact quality remained steady, as he was able to square balls up and drive them. For the weekend, he went 3-for-6, continuing to show consistency in his at-bats. His compact frame and strong barrel accuracy translate into reliable contact and gap-to-gap production.

Danny Doyle (2027, Cedar Rapids, IA) showed well at the plate over the weekend, finishing 4-for-7 with 3 RBI. He features an athletic frame with noticeable projection and overall athleticism. Doyle handled the bat effectively, using a shorter stroke through the zone that allows for consistent barrel accuracy and contact quality. He showed the ability to impact the ball to all fields, staying balanced and controlled in his approach. His swing translates well into repeatable contact, giving him the ability to square up pitches and drive them with intent. Doyle displayed projectable tools in the box with a solid foundation to continue building on offensively.

- Brayden Powell

Kinnick Brown (2026, Mason City, IA) This weekend batted .600 going 3 for 5 with 2 home runs and a double, as well as 3 walks. Standing at 6’0 215 he holds a big powerful frame that he moves well throughout his swing. Keeping the majority of that weight back before exploding into baseballs. His hands stay back as well with impressive barrel control and a clean bat path, leading him to be one of the biggest winners this weekend.

JP Elbert (2027, Dubuque, IA) This RHH looked like the most complete hitter the weekend saw. Hitting multiple extra-base hit and a home run. He has a simple swing paired with elite athleticism that gives him an advantage against opposing pitchers. His fast bat speed and ability to lift the baseball creates confidence in the box. He also shows the ability to use the entire field with strength. 

Johnny Evans (2027, Cedar Rapids, IA) was one of the more impressive arms this weekend throwing 2.1 innings and allowing 0 runs. He had 3 strike outs during this time on the mound. He sat 80-84, topping 85 mph and the slider was upwards of 75 mph. Throwing from a three-quarters arm slot and clean mechanics. Mixes pitches well and creates uncomfortable situations for hitters. Ability to fill up the zone was in full effect.

-Jake Underbakke-Hennessy
 

High School | General | 4/10/2026

High School Notebook: April 10

Jheremy Brown
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You like 6-foot-9 lefties up to 100 mph? 2026 Brody Bumila (MA) was electric in season opener, super easy upper-90s, multiple 100s. Easy operation w/ simple delivery despite size. Punched out 9 over 3, double digit whiffs. @PG_Draft pic.twitter.com/BChMhKIIhO — Perfect Game New England (@PG_NewEngland) April 2, 2026 Brody Bumila, LHP, Bishop Feehan (MA), Class of 2026 He's 6-foot-9, 18 years old, left-handed and was up to 100 mph (upwards of 3 times on some guns) in his first start of the year in low-30 degree temperatures. That's really all you need to know. Oh, and the opposing team arrived 40 minutes late. Coming off a state-championship run in basketball, Texas signee Brody Bumila made his first start of the spring on April 2nd and didn't disappoint in front of at least 40 scouts packed tightly together behind the backstop.  Knowing it was going to be a quicker look given...
Juco | Rankings | 4/15/2026

JUCO Top 25: April 15

Blaine Peterson
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Another week of undefeated weeks for our top 4 ranked teams. Joining them in the top 5, coming off an undefeated week of their own, is Florence-Darlington, a team we have consistently had as a top 10 team all season long. Cloud County and Midland College continue to put together strong weeks and climb the rankings each week it seems. Jumping into the rankings this week on the strength of a 15-game winning streak is Seminole State (OK). And Linn Benton makes the top 25 for a 2nd consecutive week and looks like the top team in the NWAC this spring. Plenty of high-level matchups at the JUCO level for some of the top teams in the county this next week.  Rk. School Record 1 Johnson County (KS) 42-2 2 Gaston (NC) 43-3 3 McLennan (TX) 34-7 4 Chipola (FL) 37-7 5 Florence-Darlington (SC) 40-8 6 Walters State (TN) 37-10 7 Blinn (TX) 31-11 8 Florida Southwestern (FL) 30-12 9 Southern Nevada...
College | Rankings | 4/15/2026

DII/DIII/NAIA Rankings Update: April 15

Nick Herfordt
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Welcome to this week's small school baseball rankings, covering NCAA Division II, the NAIA, and NCAA Division III. As the calendar turns toward the final weeks of the regular season, the urgency is real across all three levels — teams are running out of weekends to build their cases, and the extended postseason invitations that every program is chasing don't go to programs that peak in March. The next few weeks of results will carry more weight than anything that happened before spring break, and the postseason committees in all three divisions are watching closely. Every series dropped to a team you should beat, every road sweep you let get away — it all matters now in a way it simply didn't two months ago. What you'll also notice as you read through the breakdowns below is that the numbers are doing more of the heavy lifting in how these rankings are constructed. Run...
Press Release | Press Release | 4/15/2026

Perfect Game & Youth Prospects Team Up

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    667 Progress Way | Sanford, FL 32771 | 319-298-2923  www.perfectgame.org | facebook.com/perfectgameusa | @PerfectGameUSA      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    PERFECT GAME AND YOUTH PROSPECTS ANNOUNCE   BROADCAST RIGHTS AND CONTENT PARTNERSHIP    Sanford, Florida (Wednesday, April 15, 2026) - Perfect Game, the world’s largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, today announced a new partnership with content platform Youth Prospects centered around broadcast rights, content collaboration and expanded visibility for elite youth baseball events.    As part of the agreement, Perfect Game will grant Youth Prospects broadcast rights to select games across its premiere events, including marquee matchups at the WWBA World...
College | Story | 4/14/2026

College Players of the Week: April 14

Vincent Cervino
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April 14th Perfect Game/Player of the Week:  Jaquae Stewart, INF/OF, Texas State  The Texas State Bobcats (24-12) are sitting in second place in the ultra-competitive Sun Belt Conference, and they have one of the most explosive offenses in the country.  They average right at 8-runs per game and can slug with the best of them, averaging almost 2-home runs per game as well.  Sitting in the middle of the order, Jaquae Stewart, is putting together a career year and is becoming the focus of opposing teams.  The 5-10/234 junior from Sinton, Tx is your classic lefthanded power hitter and is thriving in his move from Austin to San Marcos.  While it wasn’t the best week for his club, Stewart was sensational, collecting 8 hits in his 19 at-bats, scoring 5 runs, launching 5 home runs and driving in an insane 17 runs.  For the season, he is now slashing...
Showcase | Story | 4/14/2026

PG Announces Prospect Gateway Schedule

Hannah Jo Groves
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PG has announced the dates for Prospect Gateway events across the country - unique opportunities for young players to receive professional feedback and prepare for the next level. The Prospect Gateways are for players ages 13U-14U and serve as a qualifier for the National Showcase. Kevin Schuver, the senior director of showcases at Perfect Game, said these events are chances for players to step out of their comfort zone and show what they’re really made of. “Perfect Game Prospect Gateways aren’t just events. They’re doorways into something bigger. For young athletes, they serve as the first real step beyond their local fields, where raw ability begins to meet visibility and purpose.” At the event, each player is assigned a PG advisor who will watch and advise them individually. There will also be other scouts giving tips on how to enhance and develop a...
Press Release | Press Release | 4/13/2026

PG & MLB Clubs Offer Discount Tickets

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    667 Progress Way | Sanford, FL 32771 | 319-298-2923  www.perfectgame.org | facebook.com/perfectgameusa | @PerfectGameUSA      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    PERFECT GAME PARTNERS WITH THREE MLB CLUBS TO OFFER EXCLUSIVE TICKET DISCOUNTS FOR YOUTH TEAMS    Sanford, Florida (Friday, April 10, 2026) - Perfect Game, the world’s largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, today announced a new fan engagement initiative in partnership with three Major League Baseball clubs — the Kansas City Royals, Houston Astros and St. Louis Cardinals — to provide exclusive discounted ticket opportunities for teams participating in Perfect Game events.    Through the collaboration, youth baseball and softball teams competing in...
College | Rankings | 4/13/2026

College Top 25: April 13

Vincent Cervino
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In a season where remaining in the Top 25 has become a war of attrition, the No. 1 UCLA Bruins (33-2) are making the game look much easier than it is in all reality.  Winners of 27-games in a row, this club continues to win games by any means necessary as they continue their historic run.  Beyond the incredible win streak, the Bruins have started off Big Ten play (18-0) by sweeping their first six conference weekend.  Adding to their resume, in Game 1 of their series at Rutgers, they won a 14-inning thriller by a score of 4-1where their pitching staff registered an eye-popping 30-strikeouts while only surrendering 1 walk and 4 hits throughout.  In most any other season, the No. 2 Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets (30-5) would be sitting atop the poll as they are putting together a historic season of their own.  They swept Florida State (24-11) who was previously ranked...
Draft | Story | 4/10/2026

PG Draft: Favorite Position Group

Tyler Henninger
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Every draft class has its strengths. Some years its a loaded group of prep infielders, some years its a deep collection of college arms. In this year’s class, certain position groups stand out above the rest to us. This week, the draft team dives into their favorite position groups. Groups that we believe are loaded with depth, upside, and big league potential. College Infielders It’s hard not to get excited about the crop of college infielders in this year’s class because of who is at the top. Roch Cholowsky alone makes the group exciting. He’s got gold glove potential at the next level and an offensive profile that should make him one of the Top 15 to 20 prospects in all of baseball the second he gets drafted. Justin Lebron is another player with as much upside in the class. He is a premium athlete that can really pick it at short and has big upside with the...
Press Release | Press Release | 4/10/2026

Perfect Game and vivenu Partner Up

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    667 Progress Way | Sanford, FL 32771 | 319-298-2923  www.perfectgame.org | facebook.com/perfectgameusa | @PerfectGameUSA      FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    PERFECT GAME PARTNERS WITH VIVENU TO POWER DIGITAL COMMERCE ACROSS YOUTH BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL    Sanford, Florida / New York, New York (Friday, April 10, 2026) - Perfect Game, the world’s largest youth baseball and softball platform and scouting service, has selected vivenu as its ticketing and commerce partner to unify revenue operations across its tournament ecosystem.    With 1.6 million tickets sold annually, 9,800 events in 40+ states and an immense social footprint, Perfect Game has built the most influential pipeline in amateur baseball. The organization has produced over 2,200 MLB alumni, and...
General | Blog | 4/10/2026

Wolforth Throwing Mentorship: Article 64

Ron Wolforth
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What Do Barry Zito, Justin Verlander, Trevor Bauer, and Dallas Keuchel All Have in Common? By Ron Wolforth | Texas Baseball Ranch® | PG Arm Care Take a second and think about the question posed in the title before you read on. Four Cy Young Award winners. Four of the most decorated pitchers of their generation. What's the common thread? The first answer is obvious… they all won the most prestigious individual award in pitching. Most of you probably got there immediately. The second answer is less obvious… they all trained at the Texas Baseball Ranch® at some point in their development. Interesting, maybe, but not the point of this article. The third answer is the one I really want you to sit with, because it has direct relevance to your career right now: they all move completely differently. And they all attack hitters completely differently. Don't rush past that....
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