He figures to quickly carve out a role on the Bruins staff. His fastball sits in the upper 80s and he can run it up to 93-94. As a switch-pitcher, Jurrangelo Cijntje (259) is an ultra-rare prospect. Hes an average runner and his tools give him the profile of a corner outfielder. 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. Righthander Nathan Williams, a junior college transfer, is recovering from Tommy John surgery. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 1, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC football head coach Lincoln Riley attends the USC Trojans and the Arizona Wildcats mens basketball game at Galen Center. NA. (Sherman Oaks, CA), Accelerated Schools The righthanded hitter has plenty of power but was under the radar before his big spring, leaving some unanswered questions about how well hell fare against high-level pitching in the SEC. That changed quickly in the spring when he impressed scouts with his size (6-foot-3, 215 pounds) and loud overall tools. Recruiting coordinator: Karl NonemakerTop recruit: Hayden Murphy, RHP (No. His fastball sits around 90 mph and theres room for more velocity as he physically matures. Recruiting coordinator: Nick SchnabelTop recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. Alabama leads the way according to 247Sportsas the Crimson Tide have locked in four five-star recruits in the cycle. Hes a good athlete and has two-way potential as an infielder and righthander. Pitchers: Lefthander Chris Stuart (349) grew up in the Netherlands and pitched for the Dutch at the 2019 18U World Cup. Stec is a multiple sport athlete, playing both football and basketball at Jacobs High School back home and his junior season was his first with the football team. He profiles best as a third baseman, but his athleticism gives him a chance to play up the middle. Class of 2023. Hitters: RJ Austin was ranked as a top-five round pick before he formally opted out of the draft. Cooper Holbrook, the son of College of Charleston coach Chad Holbrook, profiles as a corner bat and has an advanced understanding of the game. His bat is his carrying tool and he has above-average power. His pure feel for hitting is the biggest open question for scouts and improving his approach at the plate would truly unlock his substantial upside. His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he has feel for both his changeup and curveball. Overview: After Jay Johnson and his staff were hired last summer, they went to work and supplemented what was already a strong recruiting class with more high-end talent. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports, Sep 22, 2018; Knoxville, TN, USA; The 102,455 sign which is the seating capacity in Neyland Stadium and the Power T logo on the south entrance at Neyland Stadium at a game between the Tennessee Volunteers and Florida Gators. He has a smooth swing and good bat-to-ball skills. He has some two-way ability and can touch 93 mph on the mound, but his future is likely as a hitter. (Baltimore, MD), North Laurel Recruiting coordinator: Kevin McMullan Top recruit: Jack OConnor, RHP (No. Catcher Luke Heyman (234) was in the mix as the best catcher in the prep class. @247recruiting. They have some high-impact position players leading the way, including Winslow, who is a steady defender behind the plate. 231). Hes still a bit raw on the diamond but has impressive tools. He has a powerful lefthanded swing and is a versatile defender capable of playing second base or the outfield. 2023 Baseball Commits. Righthanders JJ Garcia and AJ Russell have long, lean frames and offer projectability on the mound. 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 rankingsMore Info, Powered by innovative technology products, 247Sports employs a staff of more than 50 full time recruiting reporters and evaluators that rank and compile data on the nation's elite high school recruitsMore Info. He has power stuff and a strong build (6-foot-4, 215 pounds). (Riverside, CA), Notre Dame Recruiting coordinator: Carl Lafferty Top recruit: Campbell Smithwick, C Overview: The reigning national champions landed the No. 2-ranked 2022 recruiting class and have another impressive group signed for 2023. Pitchers: Murphy headlines a large group of recruits on the mound. Righthander Ben Bybee has a big build at 6-foot-6, 225 pounds, an easy low-90s fastball and plenty to dream on. (Woodstock, GA), NBA Academy Africa The righthanded hitter has a sound approach and makes a lot of contact. Mississippi, the reigning national champion, has the No. Recruiting coordinator: Thomas Eager Top recruit: Malcolm Moore, C (No. In order to create the most comprehensive Team Recruiting Ranking without any notion of bias, 247Sports Team Recruiting Ranking is solely based on the 247Sports Composite Rating. He has a starters profile, but average size (6-foot-1, 190 pounds). Nathan Hall has a good righthanded swing and projects as a corner bat, with the versatility to play third base and the outfield. NA. 125). (Pickerington, OH), West Linn 2023 ESPN Small forwards. He has an aggressive approach at the plate but his bat-to-ball skills mean he makes a lot of contact. He mixes in a slider and a changeup, but neither is as advanced as his fastball. By John Whittle Feb 27, 10:01 PM. (Santa Monica, CA), St. Frances Academy Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports, Minnesota head football coach P.J. (Oklahoma City, OK), IMG Academy He has a quick righthanded swing and is a solid defender up the middle. Lefthander Ethan Darden offers some upside and has a promising fastball-slider combination. His fastball-slider combination plays well out of the bullpen. Righthander Sebastian Perez has a big frame at 6-foot-5, 238 pounds and a big arm to match. The class is deepest among position players, but it has no shortage of impact pitchers as well. He does a lot of things well on the diamond. Harrelson, a lefthanded hitter, has a funky swing but he generates plenty of bat speed and has a long track record for hitting. Righthander Max Grubbs and lefthander Collin Valentine are more under-the-radar arms but have the pitchability to quickly earn roles on the staff. 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. (Flushing, NY), Villages Charter School He also could see some time in the outfield thanks to his smooth lefthanded swing. (Houston, TX), Blytheville He has big tools to match his performance, as hes a plus runner with good athleticism and makes consistent hard contact. He has a quick lefthanded swing and good feel at the plate. Hes a plus runner with a strong arm and offers a lot of upside. He throws a lot of strikes and projects to add more velocity as he physically matures. Recruiting coordinator:Thomas EagerTop recruit: Malcolm Moore, C (No. Hes undersized at a listed 5-foot-6, 154 pounds and has minimal power, but with his speed, defense and approach to the game, hes an exciting addition. He has good all-around instincts and could quickly work his way into the lineup. Hitters: Silva was regarded as one of the best defenders in the prep class and could lock down shortstop for the Horned Frogs. (Modesto, CA), Rancho Christian (Richmond, VA), Brother Rice The class has an impressive depth of talent and brings difference makers to Eugene, especially among position players. His control and deception makes for a tough at-bat. (Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports), Jul 14, 2022; Arlington, TX, USA; A view of the Kansas State Wildcats helmet logo during the Big 12 Media Day at AT&T Stadium. (Henderson, NV), Kingswood-Oxford School Outfielder Paxton Kling was rated as a top-five round pick before he formally opted out of the draft. Righthander Gage Wood has a low-90s fastball and good feel for spinning his breaking ball. He came on late, as he previously was more focused on hitting, and hes old for the class, but with a fastball that gets into the low 90s and the potential for more velocity, he has exciting upside. Righthander McLain Ray has a long, projectable build and touches 94 mph with his fastball. Haven Mangrum, a junior college transfer, has plus speed that plays on the bases and in the outfield. Lefthander. Jacob Kreig has a big frame at 6-foot-5, 235 pounds and the raw righthanded power to match. All rights reserved. Colin Brueggeman, a junior college transfer, adds a powerful lefthanded bat to the class. (McKinney, TX), Compass Prep Pro scouts liked him more as a pitcher, but his offensive ability is also significant. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports, Nov 6, 2021; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons defensive lineman Miles Fox (11) and Rondell Bothroyd (40) and linebacker Ryan Smenda Jr. (5) react after sacking North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Sam Howell (7) (not pictured) in the second quarter at Kenan Memorial Stadium. 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. This group was primarily recruited by Josh Jordan, who was hired away this summer. The class also includes a few junior college transfers on the mound. Catcher Will Vierling (205) is a lefthanded hitter with a disciplined approach at the plate and some projectable power. Hes a corner infielder who fits best at first base. Righthander David Horn also has some strides to make with his control but has plenty of upside on the mound. Righthander Tommy Henninger, also a junior college transfer, attacks hitters with a fastball-slider combination. He throws from a lower, three-quarters slot and can run his fastball into the low 90s. As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. 2024 Recruiting Rankings. (Houston, TX), Olympia With the class of 2022 now on college campuses around the country, Baseball America presents its final 2022 recruiting class rankings, with Louisiana State topping the list. Erik Blair has two-way ability as a lefthander and outfielder. Schaefer brings big upside on the mound and Tennessee has no shortage of intriguing position players in the class. (Pewaukee, WI), Paul VI Catholic He has plus raw power and still has some room to add more strength as he physically matures. Lefthander Jake Bimbi is coming off an All-American season at Wabash Valley (Ill.) JC. Recruiting coordinator: Bryant Ward Top recruit: Payton Brennan, OF (No. His advanced pitchability should help him quickly take on an important role for the Hurricanes. Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform Pitchers: Righthander Ben Barrett has two-way potential, bringing power both on the mound and at the plate. Easton Talt is a good athlete and can play all over the diamond, including catcher, where he has a strong arm. Cade McGarrh is another speedster in the class and can impact the game in a number of ways. Hes not as advanced offensively but has a good feel at the plate and as he physically matures, he should grow into a more impactful hitter. 8 Tennessee 108.14. He played a lot of basketball growing up and is still a little raw on the mound, but if he can refine some of his rough edges, he has all the tools to make a big jump in Stillwater. Listed at 6-foot-6, 250 pounds, Pierce George (439) has a powerful right arm. The lefthanded hitter has a contact-oriented approach at the plate. Hes a lefthanded hitter who makes a lot of contact. Righthander, runs his fastball up to 94 mph and pairs it with an effective breaking ball. Pitchers: Thomas offers significant upside thanks to his three-pitch arsenal and a very fast arm. Hes also a switch-hitter with big raw power who makes plenty of hard, line-drive contact. 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. Overview: Oregon State in 2021 brought its highest-ranked recruiting class (No. Recruiting coordinator: J-Bob Thomas Top recruit: Jeric Curtis, OF (No. Righthander Ryan Denison also has a big, strong build at 6-foot-4, 215 pounds and power upside. 193) Overview: Oregon quickly has made on-field strides under coach Mark Wasikowski, making back-to-back NCAA Tournaments and hosting regionals in 2021. (Greenville, SC), Montverde Academy Pitchers: Lefthander Parker Coil (241) has an exciting combination of upside and pitchability. 1 class on signing day, but it was clear then that getting it through the draft would be a challenge. Click here to get started. 2023 ESPN Inside linebackers. The y-axis in this graph represents the percentage weight of the score that gets applied to an overall team ranking. (Carmichael, CA), San Ysidro 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). Hes more than just a power hitter, however, and has solid feel at the plate. The switch-hitter can hit for power from both sides of the plate and has a good feel for his swing. He has strong starter traits, though refining a true putaway pitch would help him take a step forward. All rights reserved. Righthander Nathan Dvorsky attacks hitters with a fastball-curveball combination from an over-the-top arm slot. Hes an aggressive hitter and will need to refine his approach. Overview: Duke last year landed the programs first ever top-10 class when it shepherded its whole recruiting class through the draft. His control has taken a step forward this fall and finding more consistency in the zone will be important. Points Earned. His fastball gets up to 95 mph and he pairs it with a sharp curveball and a good changeup. Aidan Teel, the younger brother of Cavaliers slugger Kyle Teel, graduated high school a year early. (Minneapolis, MN), Joliet West 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. 5 Michigan 120.12. Forbes, named Kentuckys Mr. College Recruiting Rankings. 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. Shortstop Travis Sanders was drafted in the 14th round by the Red Sox but upheld his college commitment. Righthander Lucas Davenport attacks hitters with a good fastball-slider combination and can touch 94 mph. Righthander Elliott Bray pounds the strike zone and has a fastball that sits around 90 mph. Four-year transfers. Class of 2023. 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. 1 class on signing day, but it was clear then that getting it through the draft would be a challenge. In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. Outfielder Cort Macdonald was a three-sport star in high school and his athleticism plays well on the diamond. Jackson Gaspard has two-way ability as a righthander and middle infielder. In order to create the most comprehensive Team Recruiting Ranking without any notion of bias, 247Sports Team Recruiting Ranking is solely based on the 247Sports Rating. He has premium bat speed and massive righthanded power potential. Listed at 6-foot-5, 230 pounds, infielder Mason Morris has big righthanded power and a strong arm. Outfielder Nolan Schubert (380) was committed to Michigan until the coaching change in Ann Arbor. He is a good athlete, has above-average speed, can play anywhere on the infield and has a good righthanded swing. 3 LSU 157.44. He has strong starter traits, though refining a true putaway pitch would help him take a step forward. (Chandler, AZ), South Kent School (Jersey City, NJ), Roselle Catholic His tool set plays well at the top of the lineup and he could play anywhere up the middle of the diamond. (Gladstone, NJ), Perry 2023 ESPN Athletes. The South Carolina baseball team is off to a flying start with an 8-0 record after a pair of series sweeps . Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports, Aug 28, 2021; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Nebraska head coach Scott Frost watches his team in the first quarter with Illinois at Memorial Stadium. His fastball-breaking ball combination could play right away for the Cowboys. He has a long track record of success and should be able to make a quick impact in Baton Rouge. Lefthander Wyatt Danilowicz has solid all-around stuff. (Chicago, IL), Wasatch Academy (Middle Village, NY), Compass Prep Hitters: Catcher Ross Highfill (257) is a good athlete with a strong arm, giving him all the tools to develop into a standout defender. (Seattle, WA), Christ The King Regional 89) Overview: Texas had a veteran-laden roster in 2022 and lost several players to the draft and graduation. His fastball gets into the low 90s and he has promising secondary stuff, highlighted by an above-average changeup. 184). Recruiting coordinator: Monte LeeTop recruit: Eli Jerzembeck, RHP (No. Hes a steady defender with good arm strength. Hes big and physical with a strong arm behind the plate. Listed at 6-foot-3, 185 pounds, he has a lean, projectable frame but also has the polish and pitchability to quickly make an impact. Hes a steady defender, has above-average speed and a simple righthanded swing that has helped him build a long track record of success. Even if he does end up changing positions, his offensive ability will play well and he has a middle-of-the-order profile. He missed this spring due to Tommy John surgery, but at his best he controls his three-pitch mix well. BA Newsletter: Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! 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. Outfielder Reese Chapman has a smooth lefthanded swing and uses the whole field well as a hitter. Recruiting coordinator: Josh Jordan Top recruit: Blake Mitchell, C Overview: The Tigers this fall landed the No. In order to create the most comprehensive Team Recruiting Ranking without any notion of bias, 247Sports Team Recruiting Ranking is solely based on the 247Sports Composite Rating. His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he profiles as a starter. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports, during a football game between the Tennessee Volunteers and the Pittsburgh Panthers in Neyland Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021.Kns Ut Pitt Footbal Bp, Nov 20, 2021; College Station, Texas, USA; Texas A&M Aggies running back Amari Daniels (4) runs the ball for a touchdown fourth quarter against the Prairie View Am Panthers at Kyle Field. Recruiting coordinator:Kevin McMullanTop recruit: Jack OConnor, RHP (No. Points Earned. Additionally, you can subscribe to Baseball America's newsletter and receive all of our rankings, analysis, prospect insight & more delivered to your inbox every day. Pitchers: Righthander Turner Spoljaric (404), a Canadian native and the son of former big leaguer Paul Spoljaric, can throw his fastball in the low 90s and has a good feel for pitching. He has good hands, instincts and arm strength and is an above-average runner, all the tools required to play up the middle. 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. Overview: The Oklahoma State class underwent some significant changes during the summer, as the Cowboys took advantage of some coaching changes to add premium talent. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman and Ryan Gipson Top recruit: Gavin Turley, OF (No. His fastball works in the low 90s and his changeup is his best secondary pitch. Hes a plus runner who can stay up the middle on the infield and has an easy lefthanded swing. 1 Georgia 224.83. 7 after losing five recruits in the first round. Its especially deep on the mound, combining pitchers who can make an instant impact in Charlottesville with some upside. OConnor has a big, strong build at 6-foot-5, 220 pounds. controls his solid three-pitch mix well and his fastball sits around 90 mph. Stanford is big and physical at 6-foot-4, 230 pounds and has real power both on the mound and at the plate. He has premium arm strength but still needs to refine his receiving. Now, the Ducks have their first top-five class since 2010. The lefthanded hitter has a good approach at the plate and could add more impactful power as he physically matures. Righthander Isaac Hill has a projectable build and attacks hitters with a promising fastball-curveball combination. He isnt overpowering, but his fastball touched 94 mph and he may be able to hit that velocity more consistently as he physically matures. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. (Boston, MA), Fort Bend Marshall Dominic Hellman (304) has a big, physical frame at 6-foot-6, 240 pounds that makes for a unique profile for an infielder. Outfielder Kaden Martin (385) is the son of former NFL quarterback Tee Martin (who now is the Baltimore Ravens wide receivers coach) and while he was rated as a four-star quarterback by 247Sports, he will only play baseball at Miami. Righthander Jacob Rogers has a projectable build and can run his fastball into the low 90s with good life. Porter has a bit more athleticism and could be a corner outfielder, but both combine feel for hitting with significant power potential. 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