Righthander Micah Bucknam, a Canadian native, last summer was drafted in the 16th round by the Blue Jays but opted to do his Grade 13 year. As he gets more experience, he has a chance to really take off. Hes a good athlete and has two-way potential as an infielder and righthander. Its a large group and provides impactful talent around the diamond, both on the mound and among position players. The lefthanded hitter has a good approach at the plate and could add more impactful power as he physically matures. Its especially deep on the mound, combining pitchers who can make an instant impact in Charlottesville with some upside. His fastball gets up to 95 mph and he pairs it with a good breaking ball. 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. His delivery is a bit effortful, but he attacks hitters well. (Moline, IL), Putnam Science Academy 2023 ESPN Centers. (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. (Fort Lauderdale, FL), Putnam Science Academy His advanced feel for pitching and overall tools give him a chance to take on a significant role right away for the Cowboys. 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. Now, the Ducks have their first top-five class since 2010. Hitters: Shortstop James Smith (283) has elite speed and a lot of physical projection in his 6-foot-4, 177-pound frame. Clemson won 30-0.Clemson U Of Sc Football In Columbia, First-year OU football coach Brent Venables works with his team during Thursdays practice in Norman.jenni jump, Texas running back Bijan Robinson (5) carries a ball during warmups before the Texas versus Oklahoma State football game at Darrell K. Royal Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 16, 2021.Bijan, Apr 17, 2021; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback CJ Stroud (7) during the annual spring game at Ohio Stadium. Righthander Matthew Grabmann (490), also a Canadian native, has a big arm and can run his fastball up to 96 mph. Grubbs has a good sinker-slider combination and is reminiscent of Tristan Stevens. Its easy to dream on Shores thanks to his size, stuff and athleticism. 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. 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. The Wildcats won 91-71. (South Africa, SOUT), Moravian Prep Its an especially strong position player group, which will add a lot of athleticism to the roster. Ranking by State. Gabriel Nard has true two-way potential as an infielder and righthander. Petty this summer pitched in the West Coast League and could quickly carve out a role in Lubbock. Holcombe is still a bit raw, but his upside is massive. Overview: Miami has been recruiting as well as any program in the ACC over the last few years, including landing the top-ranked 2020 class. He pounds the strike zone and has a promising changeup. (Woodstock, GA), NBA Academy Africa Hes not as advanced defensively, but he has solid arm strength. He has plus raw power and still has some room to add more strength as he physically matures. He has room to fill out his 6-foot-4 frame, portending even more power potential in time. https://badgerswire.usatoday.com/lists/247sports-latest-2023-team-recruiting-rankings/, Penn State - 1 five-star, 13 four-star commits, Clemson - 2 five-star, 14 four-star commits, Oklahoma - 1 five-star, 10 four-star commits, Texas - 2 five-star, 12 four-star commits, Ohio State - 1 five-star, 15 four-star commits, Georgia - 2 five-star, 12 four-star commits, Notre Dame - 1 five-star, 17 four-star commits, Alabama - 4 five-star, 11 four-star commits, Alabama leads the way according to 247Sports, An early look at 2024 recruiting rankings: Luke Fickell's first full recruiting cycle, 2023 game-by-game score predictions for Wisconsin football, Wisconsin football loses out on three-star 2024 LB Kari Jackson, Wisconsin Twitter reacts to a crushing OT loss at Michigan, Two Wisconsin Badgers break 21 MPH in latest 'Need for Speed' ranking, WATCH: Luke Fickell on what the issue was last season, Badger commit ranked in top 5 of ESPN quarterback list, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Outfielder DeAmez Ross has quick hands and a good approach at the plate, consistently spraying line drives. (Spring Branch, TX), Brewster Academy Gavin Guidry has two-way ability as a shortstop and righthander. He was ranked as the No. He has a strong 6-foot-4, 220-pound build, runs his fastball into the low 90s and pairs it well with his slider. 170). In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. 1 recruiting class in the country. Applebey is big and athletic at 6-foot-7, 220 pounds and had Division I offers to play football out of high school. Third baseman Judd Utermark (492) this spring hit 18 home runs as a North Carolina prep, placing him among the national leaders. 85). His velocity and promising changeup have been inconsistent, however. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports, Nov 20, 2021; Boulder, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of the back of the helmet of Colorado Buffaloes linebacker Nate Landman (53) before the game against the Washington Huskies at Folsom Field. Infielder Fisher Ingersoll (334) is a standout athlete who was also rated as a three-star wide receiver by 247 Sports. Bristol Carter Northwest Guilford (Greensboro, NC) OF 5-11 170. Lefthander Nic Bonzini has a strong, physical frame and attacks hitters with a fastball-curveball combination. Outfielder Jordan Taylor (98) is a premium athlete who is a prototypical toolsy outfielder. (Hickory, NC), Centerville From the left side, his fastball sits in the upper 80s, touching 91 mph, and he has a sweeping breaking ball. (Middle Village, NY), Compass Prep His fastball gets into the mid 90s, touching 97 mph, and plays up thanks to its hard, running life. He has a quality three-pitch mix with a fastball that sits in the low 90s, a sharp slider and a solid changeup. 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. (Trophy Club, TX), Simeon Recruiting coordinator: Monte LeeTop recruit: Eli Jerzembeck, RHP (No. 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. 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. Hes an excellent defender whose hands, range and arm all play at shortstop. His changeup is developing, and he also works in a curveball. He has an easy lefthanded swing, good bat-to-ball skills and above-average speed that plays well, but hell need to get stronger to reach his offensive upside. Nimmala is a premium talent, who is already starting to break out. (Temecula, CA), San Marcos Class of 2023. He played a lot of basketball growing up and is still just learning on the mound. 3 LSU 157.44. He has a smooth swing and good bat-to-ball skills. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he mixes in a slider and changeup. (Stevenson Ranch, CA), East St. Louis Lefthander, has an advanced skill set and was named Florida player of the year by Prep Baseball Report after a dominant spring. (Bloomfield Hills, MI), Fairfax Senior (Branson, MO), Heritage Christian School Hitters:The class includes a pair of premium two-way players in Stanford and infielder/righthander Demitri Diamant. 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. Outfielder Vincent Fattore has a fast, whippy lefthanded swing. Infielder Andrew Walters has a long track record of performing on big stages. Ackenhausen has a lively fastball that gets swings and misses. He has a strong, 6-foot-4, 210-pound build, throws his fastball in the low 90s and can land his offspeed stuff for strikes. His fastball can get into the low 90s but his success is more about his ability to locate and mix in offspeed pitches. This group was primarily recruited by Josh Jordan, who was hired away this summer. (Atlanta, GA), Waukee Senior 231) Overview: The Cavaliers continue to recruit at a high level and bring in a strong class. Hes a good athlete with above-average speed and he has above-average power potential. Righthander Trevor Moore stands out for his pitchability and control with three pitches. 2022 Baseball . Infielder Harold Coll is coming off a strong season at San Jacinto (Texas) JC, where he hit 10 home runs and stole 15 bases. BA Newsletter: Get Analysis, Rankings Delivered To Your Inbox! Lefthanders Jamie Arnold and Brett Barfield bring more upside to the class. Catchers Logan Poteet and Cade Law give the Commodores strong depth at the position. Hes further advanced defensively than offensively, but he has power potential at the plate. (Putnam, CT). Overview: Texas had a veteran-laden roster in 2022 and lost several players to the draft and graduation. 4 Florida State 155.19. Righthander Evan Siary stands out for his strike-throwing ability. He has some power projection, but hell need to get stronger to tap into it. Recruiting coordinator: Nick SchnabelTop recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. He makes a lot of hard contact, and his power potential stands out at the plate. Soto has as much upside as almost any pitcher in the prep class and big righthander Garrett Baumann adds another high-end arm. 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. 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 Brennan Phillips (194) stands out for his pitchability. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he also mixes in a changeup, a repertoire that should get him on the mound quickly. Pitchers: Patrick Forbes (278) and Tucker Biven both have two-way ability as righthanders and infielders. He has strong starter traits, though refining a true putaway pitch would help him take a step forward. Infielder Cooper Blauser, the son of two-time all-star Jeff Blauser, has a strong righthanded swing and projects to hit for power. Like Jacobs, righthander Cody Delvecchio has a long track record of success. Hes made strides over the last year and offers still more upside. Righthander Cody Adcock, a junior college transfer, has a low-90s fastball and pairs it with a powerful curveball. Weight: 344 pounds. Hes a good athlete and his frame has room for added strength as he physically matures. He has some swing and miss to his game, but hes not an all-or-nothing hitter and could quickly step into the middle of the order for Arkansas. 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. Lefthander Drew Nelson, the Gatorade Alabama Player of the Year, stands out for his advanced pitchability. As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. Infielder Austin Green, a junior college transfer, is a switch-hitter with a good approach at the plate. 170) Overview: Auburn lost eight players to the draft from the team this season that reached the College World Series, necessitating a larger incoming class. The Jayhawks, members of the Big 12 Conference, play their home games at Allen Fieldhouse in Lawrence, Kansas. He has an easy lefthanded swing and makes a lot of hard contact. His short lefthanded swing produces power and he has good hands at first base. 184). Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports, Georgia football coach Kirby Smart during the the national championship celebration at Sanford Stadium in Athens, Ga., on Saturday, Jan. 15, 2022.News Joshua L Jones, Sep 25, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish running back Chris Tyree (25) returns a kick for a touchdown during the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Soldier Field. He also has a powerful righthanded swing and could see action as a two-way player. Recruiting coordinator: Mike BaxterTop recruit: Andrew Dutkanych, RHP. 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. 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. Pitchers: Murphy headlines a large group of recruits on the mound. He also is a good hitter and could see action as a two-way player for the Cavs. Infielder Jayden Duplantier, the younger brother of Longhorns righthander Andre Duplantier, is a good athlete, has above-average speed and the tools to be a middle infielder. By John Whittle Feb 27, 10:01 PM. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he pairs it with a hard slider. Pitchers: Lefthander Ben Jacobs (342) built an impressive track record of performance in high school. Shortstop Phoenix Meza stands out for his defense at premium positions up the middle. His impact on the mound likely will come out of the bullpen. The righthanded hitter has a line-drive approach at the plate and could grow into some more power in time. 157) Overview: After a disappointing last-place finish in the SEC West in 2022coming on the heels of the 2021 national championshipMississippi State brings a massive, talented class to Starkville. Pitchers: Righthander Ben Barrett has two-way potential, bringing power both on the mound and at the plate. Recruiting coordinator: Eric Snider Top recruit: Gavin Kilen, SS (No. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports, Clemson cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. (23) and teammates celebrate their win after the game at Williams Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina Saturday, November 27, 2021. Overview:UCLA a year ago landed the No. His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he has a good feel for his curveball and changeup. Hitters: Cyr does a lot of things well on the diamond and has a hard-nosed mentality. He pounds the strike zone with four pitches and throws his fastball in the low 90s. Recruiting coordinator: Justin SeelyTop recruit: Beau Sylvester, C (No. Righthander Jaren Warwick attacks hitters with a mid-90s fastball and a good slider. 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