The class has an impressive depth of talent and brings difference makers to Eugene, especially among position players. Outfielder Jordan Taylor (98) is a premium athlete who is a prototypical toolsy outfielder. Righthander Bryce Jenkins, another junior college transfer, stands out for his tight slider and a fastball that gets up to 94 mph. 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 pounds the strike zone with four pitches and throws his fastball in the low 90s. He has premium bat speed and massive righthanded power potential. (Ada, OK), IMG Academy On the mound, he throws his fastball in the low 90s and pairs it with a promising slider. Below is a breakdown of the top recruits and names to know in each of the best recruiting classes in the country. Recruiting coordinator: Karl Nonemaker Top recruit: Hayden Murphy, RHP (No. Righthanders Kade Shatwell and Manning West give the class two more high-upside arms, though they have some rough edges to hone. Righthander Aiden Moffett (495) has a big build and a powerful fastball that has made a jump in the last year, reaching 97 mph. Listed at 6-foot-6, 170 pounds, he has a lot of projection and already runs his fastball into the low 90s to go with a good changeup. His fastball reaches 97 mph and he has excellent feel for spin and is capable of throwing three distinct breaking balls. Stanford is big and physical at 6-foot-4, 230 pounds and has real power both on the mound and at the plate. They are a good indicator of future success for college football programs, though . His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he profiles as a starter. 2023 ESPN Defensive tackles. The Gators position player recruits are all up-the-middle profiles that will add athleticism to the roster. He has plus arm strength and is a solid receiver. Caleb Cali is coming off an All-American season at Central Florida JC, as he hit .438/.533/.826 with 17 home runs. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-USA TODAY Sports, Minnesota head football coach P.J. His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he has a good feel for his curveball and changeup. Hell likely settle in at second or third base in college. Bristol Carter Northwest Guilford (Greensboro, NC) OF 5-11 170. 247Sports Composite. Buy Buckeyes Tickets. He has a simple, easy swing and righthanded power potential. Lefthander Wyatt Danilowicz has solid all-around stuff. He has a quality three-pitch mix with a fastball that sits in the low 90s, a sharp slider and a solid changeup. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports, Jan 25, 2022; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; TCU Horned Frogs head football coach Sonny Dykes and wife Kate during the game against the Texas Longhorns at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Third baseman Cole Fontenelle began his college career at Washington before transferring to junior college and now TCU. 1 recruiting class in the country. Third baseman Judd Utermark (492) this spring hit 18 home runs as a North Carolina prep, placing him among the national leaders. 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. Outfielder Kasen Wells adds another athletic, plus runner to the class. Class of 2023. He does a lot of things well on the diamond. This class isnt as highly rated, but the Ducks are showing no signs of slowing down on the trail and in Meyer may have the top prep pitcher in the country committed. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. 2-ranked recruiting class, with Louisville, Florida and Oregon rounding out the top five. (Hickory, NC), Centerville It wasnt quite so lucky this year, as Cole Young was drafted 21st overall, but the Blue Devils again ended up with a premium class. Hes a good athlete who offers a lot of versatility defensively. His fastball sits in the low 90s and touches 95 mph. Hes focused on baseball now and brings solid lefthanded power. (Putnam, CT). Righthander Chase Shores (90) has a huge frame at 6-foot-8, 250 pounds and a powerful arm, running his fastball up to 97 mph. Hes got a strong lefthanded swing and has performed on some big stages. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports, Cincinnati Bearcats head coach Luke Fickell looks onto the field after Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback Desmond Ridder (9), left, fumbled in the fourth quarter during an NCAA football game against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane, Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021, at Nippert Stadium in Cincinnati. He mixes in a slider and a changeup, but neither is as advanced as his fastball. Defensively, he has smooth actions and good arm strength, giving him the tools to play up the middle. His control and deception makes for a tough at-bat. The 2023 recruiting cycle has been a mixed bag for Wisconsin as they look to build on a strong roster. (Denver, CO), Link Academy Hes an aggressive hitter and will need to refine his approach. He has some two-way ability and can touch 93 mph on the mound, but his future is likely as a hitter. Lefthander Chris Arroyo was Clementes high school teammate and has a good three-pitch mix. Gabriel Nard has true two-way potential as an infielder and righthander. Recruiting coordinator: Steve Rodriguez Top recruit: Travis Sykora, RHP Overview: The Longhorns have another strong recruiting class, led by Sykora, who is the hardest thrower in the prep class. Listed at 6-foot-7, 210 pounds, righthander Gabe Davis (199) has a lanky, athletic build and plenty of upside. 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. (Seattle, WA), Christ The King Regional The switch-hitter can hit for power from both sides of the plate and has a good feel for his swing. Recruiting coordinator: Kevin McMullan Top recruit: Jonny Farmelo, OF Overview: The Cavaliers have a deep, strong class with plenty of upside around the diamond. His speed, power and bat speed make for an exciting combination and hes a solid defensive infielder. 81). Recruiting coordinator: Chuck Jeroloman Top recruit: Cade Kurland, SS Overview: Florida consistently recruits at a high level and this class is another example of that, as the Gators bring in a lot of premium talent. This is another strong class for the Volunteers, especially among position players. Listed at 6-foot-6, 250 pounds, Pierce George (439) has a powerful right arm. Lefthander Bradley Loftin (264) came on strong this spring and ran his fastball up to 95 mph. College Recruiting Rankings. Outfielder Lleyton Lackey is a plus runner and has exciting upside as a switch-hitter. 6) to campus since 2013. He has an exciting fastball-curveball combination and can run his fastball into the low 90s. He isnt overpowering but throws a lot of strikes and has good feel on the mound. 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. Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform (Flushing, NY), Villages Charter School Infielder Jack Reynolds is a lefthanded hitter with good bat-to-ball skills. While the recruiting class rankings aren't finalized until the players . Recruiting coordinator: Norberto Lopez Top recruit: Daniel Cuvet, 3B Overview: The Hurricanes class stands out for its position players. Gavin Guidry has two-way ability as a shortstop and righthander. Outfielder Ethan Hott has a strong, compact build and his tools play well in center field. Hitters: Brennan has a strong 6-foot-3, 200-pound frame and has plenty of tools. Like Garate, third baseman Drew Smith (214) stands out for his defense and a strong spring elevated his profile. Recruiting coordinator: Eric Snider Top recruit: Parker Detmers, RHP Overview: The Cardinals have a typically strong class that offers plenty of upside. Catcher Roman Digiacomo has a plus arm and good catch-and-throw skills. (The Villages, FL), Bixby 1 class in the more than 20 years of the BA rankings. He has a quick lefthanded swing and his athleticism gives him a chance to play on the infield or in an outfield corner. It has strong depth and plenty of impact talent, especially among position players. 1 overall pick Jackson Holliday, but the end result is a class that still ranks as the best in the Big 12. 15. (Fort Washington, MD), Brewster Academy 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. 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. The righthanded hitter has a good approach at the plate and some pop in his bat to go with the defensive tools to stay at shortstop. He has a powerful righthanded swing and arm and can play either third base or catcher. Poteet stands out for his glove, while Law is a good athlete and had some football offers as a quarterback. Outfielder Marshall Lipsey is a plus runner and covers ground well in the outfield. His slider is a promising pitch, and he does have the makings of a good changeup. Recruiting coordinator: Monte Lee Top recruit: Eli Jerzembeck, RHP (No. He was ranked as the No. Vanderbilt and UCLA are close behind Arkansas in the rankings. Recruiting coordinator: Steve RodriguezTop recruit: Jalin Flores, SS (No. Sylvester has plus righthanded power and showed a patient approach at the plate. The 6-foot-6, 220 pound athlete committed to Wisconsin in late January, becoming the first pass-catcher to join the program for 2024. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he has an easy delivery. 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. 231) Overview: The Cavaliers continue to recruit at a high level and bring in a strong class. 125) 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. Lefthander Andrew Healy was seen as a top-10 round talent but formally opted out of the draft after an injury sidelined him nearly the whole spring. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Wallace Top recruit: Arjun Nimmala, SS Overview: As Link Jarrett and his coaching staff prepare for their first season after arriving in Tallahassee this summer, they have a strong recruiting class signed. Catcher Dylan Maxcey has plus arm strength behind the plate and the righthanded hitter has promising offensive tools. He offers a lot of upside and a promising three-pitch arsenal. 2 Notre Dame 164.77. Its full of players who can make a quick impact, as the Bulldogs look to quickly rebound this spring. Listed at 6-foot-3, 180 pounds, he has an easy delivery and pounds the strike zone with three pitches. His velocity and promising changeup have been inconsistent, however. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he has good feel for his offspeed stuff. Pitchers: Righthander Nick Dugan stands out for his pitchability and three-pitch arsenal. Hes made strides over the last year and offers still more upside. (Jersey City, NJ), Roselle Catholic Soto has as much upside as almost any pitcher in the prep class and big righthander Garrett Baumann adds another high-end arm. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he mixes in a slider and changeup. His fastball was up to 95 mph and his curveball has a high spin rate that makes it one of the best in the prep class. Righthander Davion Hickson has a projectable look at 6-foot-4, 200 pounds and a quick arm. 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. Recruiting coordinator: Rich WallaceTop recruit: Cameron Smith, SS (No. His short lefthanded swing produces power and he has good hands at first base. OToole throws in the low 90s and has good feel for spin. (Moline, IL), Putnam Science Academy Hes got speed, good defensive actions and an aggressive approach to the game. The y-axis in this graph represents the percentage weight of the score that gets applied to an overall team ranking. (Branson, MO), Heritage Christian School 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Catcher Cal Stark, a junior college transfer, gives the Volunteers more depth behind the plate. Its an especially strong position player group, which will add a lot of athleticism to the roster. His tool set plays well at the top of the lineup and he could play anywhere up the middle of the diamond. Infielder Cameron Cannarella has an athletic, projectable look. Recruiting coordinator:Nolan CainTop recruit: Jace LaViolette, OF (No. With four regulars from their lineup drafted in the top 10 rounds this summer, those newcomers should have an opportunity to make an immediate impact in Fayetteville. Infielder Austin Green, a junior college transfer, is a switch-hitter with a good approach at the plate. Outfielder Toussaint Bythewood has above-average speed and a good feel for hitting. He has a big, strong build and profiles as a corner infielder. 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. His fastball reaches 95 mph, and he also has a pair of good breaking balls that he can land for strikes. His fastball touches 97 mph and sits in the mid 90s with more velocity to come. Recruiting coordinator: Josh Jordan Top recruit: Jaden Noot, RHP (No. Recruiting coordinator:Jack MarderTop recruit: Carter Garate, SS (No. He has plus arm strength and provides power offensively as well. Recruiting coordinator: Chuck Jeroloman Top recruit: Liam Peterson, RHP Overview: Florida loaded up on pitching in this class, locking down much of the states top talent on the mound. (Gladstone, NJ), Perry 6) to campus since 2013. 116). As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. He has a good approach at the plate, a strong arm and a projectable build. Schaefer brings big upside on the mound and Tennessee has no shortage of intriguing position players in the class. 1 class. He throws a lot of strikes and projects to add more velocity as he physically matures. Hes a lefthanded hitter who makes a lot of contact. He also works in a slider and changeup. Hes more than just a power hitter, however, and has solid feel at the plate. Overview: The former Florida State staff signed a top-20 class last fall and despite a coaching change that brought Link Jarrett and his staff to Tallahassee from Notre Dame, the class remains largely intact. He played a lot of basketball growing up and is still just learning on the mound. 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. He fits as a corner outfielder or first baseman and can fill a role similar to what Jake Thompson did in recent seasons. controls his solid three-pitch mix well and his fastball sits around 90 mph. Lefthander Michael Benzor has flown under the radar but has a projectable build and a promising three-pitch mix that could make him the sleeper of the class. Harrelson, a lefthanded hitter, has a funky swing but he generates plenty of bat speed and has a long track record for hitting. The Michigan native has a big, strong frame at 6-foot-6, 210 pounds and packs plenty of power into his righthanded swing. 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. The switch-hitter is coming off a solid summer in the Alaska League and has a disciplined approach at the plate. Overview: Tennessee has recruited at a high level under coach Tony Vitello and Elander and results on the field have followed. Recruiting coordinator: Justin SeelyTop recruit: Beau Sylvester, C (No. Outfielder Devan Kodali (442) is a plus runner and a good athlete, and those tools play well in center field. (Killeen, TX), Staley BA Newsletter: Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! (Richmond, VA), Brother Rice Recruiting coordinator:Josh ElanderTop recruit: Alex Stanwich, OF (No. Please check your email for a confirmation. He is an excellent defender at first base and has enough athleticism to give him a chance as a corner outfielder. 2022 Baseball . Hes lean at 6-foot-2, 160 pounds and will need to get stronger to reach his offensive ceiling, but the upside is clear. (Plano, TX), Wasatch Academy Righthander Austin Hunley is the younger brother of former Vols All-American Sean Hunley. Pitchers: Quinn came on strong in the spring and has an ultra-projectable look at 6-foot-6, 200 pounds. Righthander Tyson Hardin, a junior college transfer, converted to pitching two years ago but has already shown lots of promise and athleticism on the mound. Recruiting coordinator: Chuck JerolomanTop recruit: Cade Kurland, SS. He was limited over the last year by shoulder injuries, but he has significant upside for the Bruins. The second overall pick suffered a shoulder injury shortly after signing and had season-ending surgery. This years class is smaller and not as flashy but is a talented group. Georgia Tech saw nine players move on to pro ball from last years team, leaving plenty of room for the newcomers to make an impact. Overview: Duke last year landed the programs first ever top-10 class when it shepherded its whole recruiting class through the draft. He makes a lot of contact with his lefthanded swing and has above-average speed. After losing several players from this years title-winning team, the Rebels will be looking to the newcomers to fit in quickly. 157). He can run his fastball into the low 90s and throws a lot of strikes with four pitches. He has good pitchability to go with a fastball that gets into the low 90s and a sharp slider. 2023 ESPN Inside linebackers. (Shrewsbury, MA), Totino-Grace Hitters: Catcher Brady Neal (83) graduated high school a year early and was one of the youngest players in the draft class. (Mount Pleasant, UT), Moline Sr Hes a plus runner who can stay up the middle on the infield and has an easy lefthanded swing. (Gilbert, AZ), Newton Diamant is more of a prospect as a position player thanks to his approach at the plate and easy righthanded swing. His fastball works in the upper 80s now, but he should add more velocity as he physically matures, which will also help his firm slider. He throws a lot of strikes and has upside as a starter. His fastball gets up to 94 mph but typically sits a tick lowerthough with plenty of room for more velocity as he physically matures. He has plus speed, good athleticism and makes a lot of hard contact at the plate, giving him a spark plug element. Baseball this spring, has a big arm that plays both on the mound and the left side of the infield. Recruiting coordinator: Nick Schnabel Top recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. Infielder Kaeden Kent, the son of former MVP Jeff Kent, has good feel for the barrel and an advanced approach at the plate. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he throws a lot of strikes, with more gains to come as he fills out his 6-foot-4 frame. Righthander Gage Wood has a low-90s fastball and good feel for spinning his breaking ball. (Boston, MA), Crossroads School Recruiting coordinator: Jake Gautreau Top recruit: Colby Holcombe, RHP (No. Recruiting coordinator:John DiLauraTop recruit: Anthony Silva, SS. Hes a switch-hitter with solid speed and the athleticism to play anywhere on the infield. Righthander Cooper Dossett is a good athlete with a big arm. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports, Sign up for the Badgers Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Righthander Justin Hackett has a strong, 6-foot-3, 215-pound frame and a big arm. You can see that the area under the curve gets smaller both as the rating for a commit decreases and as the number of total commits for a school increases. Shortstop Justin Vossos is a well above-average runner and makes a lot of hard contact that gives him righthanded power potential. (Minneapolis, MN), Joliet West 85). 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. He has a strong 6-foot-4, 220-pound build, runs his fastball into the low 90s and pairs it well with his slider. While this years group will still have to avoid a similar fate, the Crimson Tide have signed another impressive class, starting with Eldridge, who is one of the most dynamic players in the country. Lefthander BJ Bailey, a junior college transfer, attacks hitters with a fastball-slider combination and profiles in the Tigers bullpen. 2023 ESPN Kickers. 108) Overview: Duke last year landed the programs first ever top-10 class when it shepherded its whole recruiting class through the draft. Righthanders Patrick Galle and Sam Tookoian offer exciting upside. Hitters: Outfielder Chris Stanfield (171) has top-of-the-scale speed, which plays well on the bases and in center field, where he can be a plus defender. Recruiting coordinator: Thomas Eager Top recruit: Aidan Keenan, RHP Overview: The Cardinal never bring in an expansive class but never fail to add impact talent. He has room to grow into more consistent velocity in time, to go with three promising offspeed offerings. Nathan Hall has a good righthanded swing and projects as a corner bat, with the versatility to play third base and the outfield. Recruiting coordinator: Josh Elander Top recruit: Alex Stanwich, OF (No. 152). NA. Righthander Jackson Pace has a projectable build and the makings of a solid three-pitch mix. He also has a powerful bat, but his biggest upside is on the mound. Infielder Juan De La Cruz is a good athlete with plus speed who was a bit under the radar due to a shoulder injury his junior year. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he mixes in a solid changeup and slider. Like the incoming class, Rodriguez is new to Austin himself, as he was hired this summer following seven years as head coach at Baylor. Lefthander Oliver Santos (245) has a big, strong frame and has advanced feel on the mound. Righthander Zach Zedalis started his college career at North Carolina Central, before that program was shuttered. 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