(The Villages, FL), Bixby Recruiting coordinator: James Ramsey Top recruit: Riley Stanford, RHP/OF (No. (Roselle, NJ), Beaumont United Hes also a switch-hitter and can play up the middle of the infield, but his biggest impact is expected to be on the mound. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he pairs it with a hard slider. . He has the defensive tools to play on the left side of the infield and may grow into some power as he physically matures. Mississippi, the reigning national champion, has the No. The Tigers landed a premium class, headlined by four players who this summer ranked in the top 100 of Baseball Americas draft rankings (which includes all draft-eligible players). Recruiting coordinator: Karl Nonemaker Top recruit: Kevin McGonigle, SS Overview: After bringing in a top-10 2022 class, the Tigers have another strong group for 2023. Maroudis is a standout athlete and brings a lot of high-level experience to the class. Outfielder Jarrod Hocking, the son of former major leaguer Denny Hocking, has a quick righthanded swing. Hes electric at his best, but like many big prep pitchers, he needs to improve his consistency to reach his ceiling. He profiles best as a third baseman, but his athleticism gives him a chance to play up the middle. They also lost a couple players, most notably No. He offers a lot of upside and a promising three-pitch arsenal. (Cumberland, MD), Brewster Academy Righthander, has a projectable look at 6-foot-4, 215 pounds and already has run his fastball up to 93 ph. controls his solid three-pitch mix well and his fastball sits around 90 mph. Recruiting coordinator: Karl Nonemaker Top recruit: Hayden Murphy, RHP (No. Hes an above-average runner and a solid defender. He offers power at the plate and is a steady defender on the infield. Hitters: Jack Crighton was committed to Michigan before the coaching change and followed Bakich to Clemson. He has a powerful lefthanded swing and is a versatile defender capable of playing second base or the outfield. Righthander Bryce Jenkins, another junior college transfer, stands out for his tight slider and a fastball that gets up to 94 mph. His stuff isnt overpowering but he controls it well and has good feel on the mound. Catcher Carter Wright is a solid defender behind the plate and infielder Caden Green has good defensive actions and a solid righthanded swing. Recruiting coordinator: Mike Baxter Top recruit: Andrew Dutkanych, RHP Overview: Vanderbilt had the No. Recruiting coordinator: Bryant Ward Top recruit: Payton Brennan, OF (No. He can do a little bit of everything on the diamond. He likely will slide into an outfield corner for the Cardinals. The 6-foot-6, 220 pound athlete committed to Wisconsin in late January, becoming the first pass-catcher to join the program for 2024. The Hurricanes 2022 group is another talented one thats especially strong in position players. He has a quick righthanded swing and is a solid defender up the middle. 2024 Recruiting Rankings 1 Georgia 224.83 2 Notre Dame 164.77 3 LSU 157.44 4 Florida State 155.19 5 Michigan 120.12 6 Texas Tech 115.87 7 South Carolina 115.53 8 Tennessee 108.14 9 Oregon. Listed at 6-foot-7, 210 pounds, righthander Gabe Davis (199) has a lanky, athletic build and plenty of upside. 1 class on signing day, but it was clear then that getting it through the draft would be a challenge. (Bloomfield Hills, MI), Fairfax Senior He has smooth hands and could end up as Silvas double-play partner. 6) to campus since 2013. The Horned Frogs got a boost when Silva formally opted out of the draft, but the class also has solid depth. Listed at 6-foot-6, 250 pounds, Pierce George (439) has a powerful right arm. He primarily pitched out of the back of the bullpen last season and can make an impact there for the Tigers. Like Garate, third baseman Drew Smith (214) stands out for his defense and a strong spring elevated his profile. Hes on the bigger side for a shortstop and his glove and arm play there, but a move to third base could still be in the cards for him at some point. Righthander Louis Rodriguez was one of the more advanced pitchers in the prep class and has an impressive track record of success. Vanderbilt still has a talented group of freshmen, though it no longer is the nations best class. Overview: Oregon quickly has made on-field strides under coach Mark Wasikowski, making back-to-back NCAA Tournaments and hosting regionals in 2021. His fastball can get into the low 90s but his success is more about his ability to locate and mix in offspeed pitches. (Madison, MS), Thornlea Secondary School Righthander Will Cannon comes to Auburn after spending his freshman year in junior college. Pitchers: Lefthander Noah Samol (360) missed much of 2021 due to Tommy John surgery but came on strong over the last year. Shortstop Ely Kennel was one of the best prep players in Oregon and is an excellent athlete, who earned all-state honors as a quarterback in addition to his exploits on the diamond. (Bradenton, FL), Garfield 1 overall pick Jackson Holliday, but the end result is a class that still ranks as the best in the Big 12. Like Quinn, he this spring took a step forward as his velocity improved and he touched the mid 90s. Ray Bermudez, Adrian Dominguez and Diego Guevara add three more exciting bats to the group. (Winter Haven, FL), Rancho Verde Hitters: RJ Austin was ranked as a top-five round pick before he formally opted out of the draft. 71). That changed quickly in the spring when he impressed scouts with his size (6-foot-3, 215 pounds) and loud overall tools. Mississippi State Bulldogs defeated Auburn Tigers 43-34. He has an exciting fastball-curveball combination and can run his fastball into the low 90s. Lefthander Alex Walsh has a projectable build and throws his fastball around 90 mph now. Aidan Teel, the younger brother of Cavaliers slugger Kyle Teel, graduated high school a year early. His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he has a good feel for his curveball and changeup. (Houston, TX), Olympia He has a starters profile, but average size (6-foot-1, 190 pounds). Catchers Logan Poteet and Cade Law give the Commodores strong depth at the position. Recruiting coordinator: Norberto Lopez Top recruit: Blake Cyr, SS (No. Recruiting coordinator: Nolan Cain Top recruit: Jace LaViolette, OF (No. 2023 ESPN Power forwards. The recruiting rankings take into account all players from the high school and junior college ranks and were compiled following many conversations with coaches and scouts. Pitchers: Lefthander Nelson Keljo has a strong build at 6-foot-4, 210 pounds and can run his fastball into the low 90s, pairing it with a promising curveball. Hes a good athlete and has two-way potential as an infielder and righthander. Outfielder Nolan Schubert (380) was committed to Michigan until the coaching change in Ann Arbor. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports, Nov 6, 2021; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Gerry Bohanon (11) throws during the second half against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports, Jul 20, 2022; Atlanta, GA, USA; The Florida Gators helmet on the stage during SEC Media Days at the College Football Hall of Fame. Righthander Matt Scott, in contrast, has a big frame at 6-foot-6, 230 pounds and can run his fastball up to 94 mph, though he typically sits around 90. As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. (Bradley, IL), Dacula As a result, the Cardinal bring in the top-ranked prep player not to sign in Moore and have a top-25 class for the third time in four years. Ryan Ball started his college career at Cal State Northridge before transferring to Central Arizona JC, where he this spring helped the Vaqueros win the national championship. Points Earned. It is free and a great way to get daily updates on NC State football, basketball, baseball, recruiting and more delivered straight to your inbox. His changeup and curveball are both solid offerings and he throws a lot of strikes. For 2023, however, the Razorbacks have signed the No. To see our 2022 top recruiting classes, click here. NA. (Shrewsbury, MA), Totino-Grace Recruiting coordinator: Nick SchnabelTop recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. He pounds the strike zone and has a promising changeup. Infielder Gavin Miller is a good athlete with an easy righthanded swing that projects more power to come. His tool set plays well at the top of the lineup and he could play anywhere up the middle of the diamond. (Henderson, NV), Kingswood-Oxford School Jared Thomas has made some big strides over the last year and brings an intriguing skill set to the lineup. (Seattle, WA), Christ The King Regional BA Newsletter: Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! As he gets stronger and builds more consistency he could take off on the mound. (Chandler, AZ), South Kent School He has plenty of raw power and above-average speed but there is some swing-and-miss in his game that hell have to cut down on to get to his offensive ceiling. He has premium bat speed and massive righthanded power potential. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports, Kentucky quarterback Will Levis (7) throws during a NCAA college football game in the Vrbo Citrus Bowl against Iowa, Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, Fla.220101 Iowa Kentucky Citrus Fb Extra 025 Jpg, Nov 27, 2021; Tempe, Arizona, USA; Arizona Wildcats head coach Jedd Fisch against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the Territorial Cup at Sun Devil Stadium. Shortstop Jimmy Nati, an Australian native, has a physical build and solid all-around tools. Recruiting coordinator:Bryant WardTop recruit: Payton Brennan, OF (No. Recruiting coordinator: Eric Snider Top recruit: Gavin Kilen, SS (No. Though hes a righthanded hitter, his size invites comparisons to Joe Mauer and while catchers of that size are rare in the big leagues, hell get the chance to handle the position at LSU. Nationally, the usual players have been dominating on the circuit. Hitters: Kilen is the latest prep star from Wisconsin and he upheld his Louisville commitment despite being drafted in the 13th round by the Red Sox. 1 recruiting class in the country. Outfielder Connor Fuhrman stands out for his offensive tools and profiles as a corner outfielder. 193) Overview: Oregon quickly has made on-field strides under coach Mark Wasikowski, making back-to-back NCAA Tournaments and hosting regionals in 2021. 2-ranked recruiting class, with Louisville, Florida and Oregon rounding out the top five. Listed at 6-foot-7, 230 pounds, he has some projection left but already runs his fastball up to 96 mph, but this spring more typically threw the pitch around 90. He attacks hitters with a good fastball-slider combination, and he can get swings and misses, though he does need to refine his control. 184). 219) Overview: Tennessee has recruited at a high level under coach Tony Vitello and Elander and results on the field have followed. He has power stuff and a strong build at 6-foot-3, 205 pounds. He will need to polish some rough edges defensively, but Louisvilles developmental track record with catchers is strong and he has raw tools to hone. 64) Overview: The Tigers signed a top-10 class in the fall and new coach Erik Bakich and recruiting coordinator Nick Schnabel did a good job holding it together this summer. Hes big and physical with a strong arm behind the plate. Dominic Hellman (304) has a big, physical frame at 6-foot-6, 240 pounds that makes for a unique profile for an infielder. Here is a look at where teams stand in the 2023 class: SMU running back Ulysses Bentley IV (7) tries to go over an ACU defender during Saturdays game at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas on Sept. 4, 2021. He mixes in both a good changeup and curveball and has the profile of a future weekend starter. 2023 ESPN Centers. Hes an average runner and his tools give him the profile of a corner outfielder. The righthanded hitter has a sound approach and makes a lot of contact. PERFECT GAME .TV He has a strong 6-foot-4, 220-pound build, runs his fastball into the low 90s and pairs it well with his slider. Each recruit is weighted in the rankings according to a, Readers familiar with the Gaussian distribution formula will note that we use a varying value for. He has a good fastball-slider combination and should factor in the bullpen. Overview: Duke last year landed the programs first ever top-10 class when it shepherded its whole recruiting class through the draft. Righthander Joe Allen last summer played for USA Baseballs 18U National Team and was committed to Michigan before the coaching change, eventually following Bakich to Clemson. Pitchers:OConnor has a big, strong build at 6-foot-5, 220 pounds. Recruiting coordinator: Kevin McMullan Top recruit: Jack OConnor, RHP (No. Recruiting coordinator: James Ramsey Top recruit: Antonio Anderson, SS Overview: The Yellow Jackets have landed Top 25 recruiting classes in three of the last four years, but their 2023 group has a chance to be the best of them all. Listed at 6-foot-4, 230 pounds, catcher Jared Jones (215) is big and physical and has huge power potential. Overview: This is South Carolinas 13th straight Top 25 recruiting class, a streak only bested by Vanderbilt (18) and Florida (15). Catcher Salvador Alvarez isnt as toolsy as Heyman but is a solid defender behind the plate and does a lot of little things well. Lefthander Drew Nelson, the Gatorade Alabama Player of the Year, stands out for his advanced pitchability. Righthander Cole Tolbert this spring helped lead Pearl River (Miss.) He could fill a variety of roles for the Commodores and has impactful tools. Righthanders JJ Garcia and AJ Russell have long, lean frames and offer projectability on the mound. 129). Ohio State is the current Big Ten leader in the clubhouse, as the Buckeyes made their way into the top five of the recent 247Sports recruiting rankings update. Please check your email for a confirmation. Pompey and Myles Naylor bring dynamic, up-the-middle players to Lubbock. That came to pass, as five of the Commodores commits were picked in the first round. Righthander Brian Walters joins his older brother Andrew, the Hurricanes All-American closer, at Miami after one year of junior college. The 247Sports Composite is a proprietary algorithm that compiles rankings and ratings listed in the public domain by the major media recruiting services, creating the industry's most comprehensive and unbiased prospect and team rankings. He was ranked as the No. (McKinney, TX), Compass Prep He has a strong, 6-foot-2, 210-pound build and attacks hitters with a fastball-cutter combination. 2024 Recruiting Rankings. Hes a versatile defender with the athleticism to play anywhere on the infield. Recruiting coordinator:Nate ThompsonTop recruit: Mason Neville, OF (No. He plays aggressively, has some righthanded pop and solid speed. (Roselle, NJ), Imhotep Institute He played a lot of basketball growing up and is still just learning on the mound. Righthander Connor McCreery has a projectable build at 6-foot-6, 205 pounds and a big arm. He has solid defensive actions that play well up the middle. The righthanded hitter has a line-drive approach at the plate and could grow into some more power in time. Hes a good athlete who offers a lot of versatility defensively. Outfielder Parker Bosius stands out for his speed, defense and offensive upside. Its an especially strong position player group, which will add a lot of athleticism to the roster. He also has a strong arm and could be a two-way player for the Rebels. The y-axis in this graph represents the percentage weight of the score that gets applied to an overall team ranking. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Wallace Top recruit: Cameron Smith, SS (No. Hes a good athlete and could be a two-way player as an outfielder, but his biggest upside is on the mound. He has premium arm strength but still needs to refine his receiving. He isnt overpowering and his fastball mostly works in the upper 80s, but he has three solid pitches and advanced pitchability. Second baseman Rikuu Nishida, a junior college transfer, is coming off a breakout summer in the Cape Cod League, where he was an all-star. He attacks hitters with a good fastball-slider combination, running his fastball up to 94 mph. He pairs it with a promising slider and changeup that gives him plenty of upside. Overview: Oregon State in 2021 brought its highest-ranked recruiting class (No. College Recruiting Rankings. He also has a powerful righthanded swing and could see action as a two-way player. Hes a plus runner and this summer was the MVP of the Connie Mack World Series. Overview: Texas Tech has a strong all-around class, bringing in some premium athleticism among the position players and an exciting group of pitchers, a few of whom made big jumps this spring. He also brings advanced baseball instincts and plenty of competitiveness. Lefthander Oliver Santos (245) has a big, strong frame and has advanced feel on the mound. (Richmond, VA), Brother Rice His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he has feel for both his changeup and curveball. Righthander Austin Tommasini attacks hitters with a sinker-slider combination and can run his fastball up to 96 mph. (South Portland, ME), Cy Falls Gavin Guidry has two-way ability as a shortstop and righthander. He has a solid arsenal and earns praise for his pitchability and advanced approach on the mound. Like the incoming class, Rodriguez is new to Austin himself, as he was hired this summer following seven years as head coach at Baylor. 2-ranked 2022 recruiting class and have another impressive group signed for 2023. Outfielder Cort Macdonald was a three-sport star in high school and his athleticism plays well on the diamond. This is another strong class for the Volunteers, especially among position players. Auburn also brings in a pair of junior college transfers who will give the Tigers more depth up the middle. Recruiting coordinator: Jack Marder Top recruit: Carter Garate, SS (No. He has a big, strong build and profiles as a corner infielder. His tools play well at the top of the order. He can run his fastball up to 96 mph and pairs it with a good slider. 2023 ESPN Shooting guards. Hitters: Brennan has a strong 6-foot-3, 200-pound frame and has plenty of tools. Righthander Nathan Dvorsky attacks hitters with a fastball-curveball combination from an over-the-top arm slot. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he mixes in a solid changeup and slider. Hunter Grimes and Ben McLaughlin, also junior college transfers, add two more big bats to the Razorbacks class. He has some two-way ability and can touch 93 mph on the mound, but his future is likely as a hitter. He has a strong build at 6-foot-4, 210 pounds and a lively, low-90s fastball. Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform 2 Notre Dame 164.77. Righthander Isaac Hill has a projectable build and attacks hitters with a promising fastball-curveball combination. Outfielder DeAmez Ross has quick hands and a good approach at the plate, consistently spraying line drives. Revisiting the 2022 D-backs MLB draft class after the conclusion of the minor league season. Infielder Austin Green, a junior college transfer, is a switch-hitter with a good approach at the plate. Recruiting coordinator: Nate Thompson Top recruit: Aidan Miller, 3B Overview: In the 21 years Baseball America has ranked recruiting classes, Arkansas has never had the top-ranked class. He has good feel on the mound and when hes healthy, his fastball reaches the low 90s. He could step right into the lineup at LSU and could be the center fielder of the future. Pitchers: Thomas offers significant upside thanks to his three-pitch arsenal and a very fast arm. Infielder Stanley Tucker (329) was a big riser this spring thanks to a monster season at New Mexico JC. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman and Ryan GipsonTop recruit:Gavin Turley, OF (No. He missed this spring due to Tommy John surgery, but at his best he controls his three-pitch mix well. Easton Talt is a good athlete and can play all over the diamond, including catcher, where he has a strong arm. Farmelo has come on strong this fall and has an exciting mix of athleticism and hittability. Overview: Texas A&M is coming off a College World Series appearance in its first season under coach Jim Schlossnagle and this recruiting class will be looking to push the Aggies back to Omaha. Defensively, he has smooth actions and good arm strength, giving him the tools to play up the middle. NA NA NA. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. His curveball is a high-spin, 12-to-6 offering, and it projects to be a second plus pitch in time. Righthander Ryan Denison also has a big, strong build at 6-foot-4, 215 pounds and power upside. While innings will be hard to come by for any of the newcomers, he is advanced enough to quickly get on the mound for the Volunteers.
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