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. (Greenville, SC), Montverde Academy Infielder Cooper Blauser, the son of two-time all-star Jeff Blauser, has a strong righthanded swing and projects to hit for power. (West Hartford, CT), Del City Nationally, the usual players have been dominating on the circuit. 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. Revisiting the 2022 D-backs MLB draft class after the conclusion of the minor league season. Listed at 6-foot-4, 230 pounds, catcher Jared Jones (215) is big and physical and has huge power potential. Pitchers: Lefthander Parker Coil (241) has an exciting combination of upside and pitchability. Hes made strides over the last year and offers still more upside. Recruiting coordinator: Eric Snider Top recruit: Parker Detmers, RHP Overview: The Cardinals have a typically strong class that offers plenty of upside. Righthander Ethan Patera (401) has a big, 6-foot-5, 210-pound frame and a powerful arm. Outfielder DeAmez Ross has quick hands and a good approach at the plate, consistently spraying line drives. He pairs it with a hard slider. Righthander Drake Flowers has a big, projectable build at 6-foot-5, 217 pounds and a solid three-pitch mix. Recruiting coordinator: James Ramsey Top recruit: Riley Stanford, RHP/OF (No. He came to the United States for college, beginning his career in 2021 at San Jacinto (Texas) JC. The switch-hitter can hit for power from both sides of the plate and has a good feel for his swing. Recruiting coordinator: Steve Rodriguez Top recruit: Jalin Flores, SS (No. He throws a lot of strikes and as he adds strength, he could make a big jump. Hes a plus runner with a strong arm and offers a lot of upside. JC to the national championship and was named pitcher of the tournament. Third baseman Cole Fontenelle began his college career at Washington before transferring to junior college and now TCU. He pounds the strike zone and has a promising changeup. controls his solid three-pitch mix well and his fastball sits around 90 mph. After losing several players from this years title-winning team, the Rebels will be looking to the newcomers to fit in quickly. Second baseman/outfielder Travis Chestnut, a junior college transfer, has premium speed and can be a weapon on the bases. 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. He mixes in both a good changeup and curveball and has the profile of a future weekend starter. He has a strong track record of success at the plate and his tools fit the traditional right field profile. Theres some effort in his delivery, but with a big arm, a hard curveball and a changeup, his upside is significant. Recruiting coordinator: Eric SniderTop recruit: Gavin Kilen, SS (No. 2023 ESPN Kickers. Erik Blair has two-way ability as a lefthander and outfielder. (Gilbert, AZ), Newton Nate Chester, a junior college transfer, can play anywhere on the infield and has an advanced approach at the plate. Hes a switch-hitter with solid speed and the athleticism to play anywhere on the infield. (Waukee, IA), Birdville Hes got a strong righthanded swing and can drive baseballs out, while on the mound he can run his fastball up to 94 mph, though injury mostly limited him to DH this spring. 211) 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. Haven Mangrum, a junior college transfer, has plus speed that plays on the bases and in the outfield. Recruit's Nat Rank. He can do a little bit of everything on the diamond. Listed at 6-foot-4, 200 pounds, he has an athletic build, a good feel for spin and control. He has elite speed, a plus arm, covers ground well in the outfield and has electric bat speed. 108) Overview: Duke last year landed the programs first ever top-10 class when it shepherded its whole recruiting class through the draft. (Dayton, OH), Word Of God Christian Academy From the left side, his fastball sits in the upper 80s, touching 91 mph, and he has a sweeping breaking ball. 3 in 2017. NA NA NA. Infielder Gabe Springer is a switch-hitter who combines athleticism and physicality. He has big tools to match his performance, as hes a plus runner with good athleticism and makes consistent hard contact. Hes still filling out his 6-foot-3 frame but has offensive upside as he physically matures. Outfielder Korbyn Dickerson (188) was a 20th-round pick of the Twins, but the Louisville native chose to uphold his commitment to his hometown school. Recruiting coordinator:Jack MarderTop recruit: Carter Garate, SS (No. Now, they have another premium class signed, as Bakich and Schnabel this summer were able to build on an already strong group. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports, Dec 5, 2020; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Trent McDuffie (22) forces a fumble by Stanford Cardinal running back Austin Jones (20) during the fourth quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. 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. Farmelo has come on strong this fall and has an exciting mix of athleticism and hittability. His stuff isnt overpowering but he controls it well and has good feel on the mound. All the major recruiting services -- ESPN, 247Sports, Rivals.com and Scout.com -- have their own set of rankings. Outfielder Colby Backus, a junior college transfer, is big and physical at 6-foot-5, 220 pounds. Pitchers: Noot is big and physical, at 6-foot-4, 235 pounds, and he has a loose, easy delivery. He throws from a lower three-quarters slot and gets good riding life on his fastball, which he combines with a sharp, biting breaking ball and a promising changeup. (Sherman Oaks, CA), Accelerated Schools Its especially deep on the mound, combining pitchers who can make an instant impact in Charlottesville with some upside. He profiles as a corner outfielder or first baseman. 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. Pitchers: Holcombe is physically imposing at 6-foot-7, 225 pounds and has a big arm to match. He has good pitchability to go with a fastball that gets into the low 90s and a sharp slider. He pairs it with a promising breaking ball and is a good athlete. (Wolfeboro, NH), Lake City Tegra Tshabola, Redshirt-Freshman. Pitchers: Lefthander Cade Fisher (221) has a projectable look and stands out for his control, which was among the best in the prep class. 184). Hitters: RJ Austin was ranked as a top-five round pick before he formally opted out of the draft. 2024 Recruiting Rankings. Lefthander Griffin Herring stands out for his pitchability and throws a lot of strikes with his three-pitch arsenal. He throws from a lower, three-quarters slot and can run his fastball into the low 90s. Tyler Albright is a plus runner and profiles in center field, where he might remind Duke fans of Jimmy Herron. Righthander Nathan Williams, a junior college transfer, is recovering from Tommy John surgery. (Denver, CO), Link Academy 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. 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. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he pairs it with a good slider, making for a tough at-bat. Conference will begin in December 2022 and concludes March 1-5, 2023, with the 2023 ACC men's basketball tournament at the Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina. Hitters: Jack Crighton was committed to Michigan before the coaching change and followed Bakich to Clemson. His advanced pitchability should help him quickly take on an important role for the Hurricanes. 1 recruiting class, bringing in a group of newcomers with both elite talent and depth. Holcombe is still a bit raw, but his upside is massive. 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. Lefthander Oliver Santos (245) has a big, strong frame and has advanced feel on the mound. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports, Nov 6, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oregon Ducks players fans pose for a photo as they celebrate following a 26-16 victory against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. Recruiting coordinator: Carl Lafferty Top recruit: Campbell Smithwick, C Overview: The reigning national champions landed the No. Barfield isnt quite as projectable but has an above-average breaking ball that can be a weapon for him. Righthander Zach Zedalis started his college career at North Carolina Central, before that program was shuttered. He has a quick lefthanded swing and makes a lot of contact, while also showing some power potential. Click here to get started. Hes got above-average speed and the versatility to play a variety of positions. 2-ranked recruiting class, with Louisville, Florida and Oregon rounding out the top five. 2023 ESPN Fullbacks. Recruiting coordinator: Chris Hart Top recruit: Landen Maroudis, RHP/SS Overview: NC State has another solid recruiting class thats full of projection. Hes a corner infielder who fits best at first base. Hes a good athlete with plus arm strength to go with huge offensive upside, especially as a power hitter. The lefthanded hitter has a contact-oriented approach at the plate. He throws from a three-quarters angle and his fastball works in the low 90s. The headliner is Jenkins, who is likely to be in the mix to be the first overall pick, and the Tar Heels have several other exciting position players signed. Russell has good pitchability and if his velocity makes a jump as he physically matures, he could make a big jump in Knoxville. The Hawaii native instead comes to Stillwater following an impressive summer in the West Coast League that saw him hit eight home runs in 33 games. Righthander Austin Tommasini attacks hitters with a sinker-slider combination and can run his fastball up to 96 mph. The class is especially strong with position players, but also brings impact on the mound. He has a quick lefthanded swing and good feel at the plate. He has a powerful lefthanded swing and is a versatile defender capable of playing second base or the outfield. 51 - 100. He has a good fastball-slider combination and should factor in the bullpen. 89) Overview: Texas had a veteran-laden roster in 2022 and lost several players to the draft and graduation. His fastball sits around 90 mph and theres room for more velocity as he physically matures. NA NA NA. He has a big, strong build and profiles as a corner infielder. Hitters: Andrew Fischer stands out for his lefthanded swing and his feel at the plate. Pitchers: Righthander Nick Dugan stands out for his pitchability and three-pitch arsenal. Outfielder Lleyton Lackey is a plus runner and has exciting upside as a switch-hitter. Shortstop Nolan Nawrocki, like Crighton, was originally committed to Michigan and followed Bakich to Clemson. 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 played mostly third base in high school and might be able to stay at the position, but his bat would still profile if he moves to an outfield corner or first base. Infielder Damian Bravo stands out for his feel at the plate and has some righthanded power potential. It has strong depth and plenty of impact talent, especially among position players. To see our 2022 top recruiting classes, click here. Recruiting coordinator: Carl LaffertyTop recruit: JT Quinn, RHP (No. (Corona, CA), Worcester Academy He has plus speed (he stole 28 bases in 43 games this summer) and good on-base skills. This group was primarily recruited by Josh Jordan, who was hired away this summer. His fastball-breaking ball combination profiles well in the bullpen. 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. Outfielder Jayce Blalock has big righthanded power and, while he has a big swing, he still makes consistent hard contact. His fastball works around 90 mph, and he pairs it with a good breaking ball. Catcher Ryan Williams gives the class another strong defender behind the plate. As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. Hitters: Shortstop James Smith (283) has elite speed and a lot of physical projection in his 6-foot-4, 177-pound frame. Catchers Logan Poteet and Cade Law give the Commodores strong depth at the position. He can play anywhere on the infield, with second base perhaps as his most natural profile, but he has enough athleticism to give him a chance to stay at shortstop. He was limited over the last year by shoulder injuries, but he has significant upside for the Bruins. He isnt overly physical at 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, but he has solid power and a good feel for the game. His fastball works around 90 mph, with more velocity in short stints, and he got a lot of swings and misses on his curveball. He has a strong arm and can play on the left side of the infield. Infielder Tracer Lopez has an advanced feel at the plate and the lefthanded hitter makes a lot of hard contact. (Bixby, OK), John Marshall Righthander Cody Adcock, a junior college transfer, has a low-90s fastball and pairs it with a powerful curveball. Kurland has a long track record of hitting and the righthanded hitter has some pop in his bat. Hitters: LaViolette is a tremendous athlete with a big, physical frame at a listed 6-foot-5, 220 pounds. Tyler Wulfert, a junior college transfer, can do a bit of everything and offers defensive versatility. 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. He has good hands, instincts and arm strength and is an above-average runner, all the tools required to play up the middle. He has some rough edges to his game, but now that hes focusing on baseball full-time, he could soon access his upside. Recruiting coordinator: Rich WallaceTop recruit: Cameron Smith, SS (No. The Seminoles lost shortstop Nicolas Perez to the draft but Smith and outfielder Jordan Taylor (98) give them a pair of top-100 draft prospects, which is only topped by Louisiana State. He has a quick righthanded swing and is a solid defender up the middle. Righthander Luke Schmolke is a little undersized at 6-foot, 185 pounds, but has standout stuff. Catcher Zander Buchan is a switch-hitter with solid arm strength and power potential. First baseman Carsten Sabathia III, the son of six-time all-star CC Sabathia, has a big 6-foot-5, 230-pound frame and the righthanded power potential to go with it. (Santa Monica, CA), St. Frances Academy (Roselle, NJ), Beaumont United All rights reserved. Recruiting coordinator: John DiLaura Top recruit: Anthony Silva, SS Overview: TCU has landed a top-20 recruiting class for eight straight years and this class fits right in. 2-ranked 2022 recruiting class and have another impressive group signed for 2023. Recruiting coordinator: Nick Schnabel Top recruit: Dillon Head, OF Overview: The Tigers this fall brought in a top-15 recruiting class in the wake of the coaching change that brought Erik Bakich to Clemson from Michigan. In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. His fastball gets into the mid 90s and his slider is a hard, biting offering. Righthander Brady Disbro has a strong, physical frame at a listed 6-foot-3, 220 pounds. Pitchers: Lefthander Ben Jacobs (342) built an impressive track record of performance in high school. Porter has a bit more athleticism and could be a corner outfielder, but both combine feel for hitting with significant power potential. Righthander Jackson Pace has a projectable build and the makings of a solid three-pitch mix. He has room to fill out his 6-foot-4 frame, portending even more power potential in time. (Harrisburg, PA), Olympus Prep Hes a righthanded hitter whose quick hands give him above-average bat speed. Pitchers: Lefthander Chris Stuart (349) grew up in the Netherlands and pitched for the Dutch at the 2019 18U World Cup. Hitters: Garate long stood out for his defense, and his infield actions, hands and speed give him the tools to stay at shortstop. 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. Lefthander Drew Nelson, the Gatorade Alabama Player of the Year, stands out for his advanced pitchability. Ray Velazquez has the versatility to play nearly anywhere on the diamond and is coming off a solid summer in the Futures League. The 247Sports rankings are determined by our recruiting analysts after countless hours of personal observations, film evaluation and input from our network of scouts. 2023 Recruit Football Team Rankings Last updated on 02/27/23 at 7:22 PM CST 2023 Football Recruit Class Calculator The Chase for the Recruiting Champion powered by 247Sports Composite ALL ACC. Hes lean at 6-foot-2, 160 pounds and will need to get stronger to reach his offensive ceiling, but the upside is clear. He is a good athlete, has above-average speed, can play anywhere on the infield and has a good righthanded swing. Outfielder Cort Macdonald was a three-sport star in high school and his athleticism plays well on the diamond. The 2022 group doesnt rank quite as high, but its another strong class for the Beavers, especially after Turley came to school despite being drafted in the 19th round by the D-backs. (Philadelphia, PA), Camden His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he has feel for both his changeup and curveball. Hes also got power potential as a righthanded hitter and above-average speed, though there is some swing and miss to his game. (Atlanta, GA), Waukee Senior He has a solid four-pitch mix, pounds the strike zone and has a good feel for spin. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Auburn also brings in a pair of junior college transfers who will give the Tigers more depth up the middle. 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. Recruiting coordinator: Karl NonemakerTop recruit: Hayden Murphy, RHP (No. He also has plus raw power at the plate and projects best at third base as a position player. Hes big and physical with a strong arm behind 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. @247recruiting. He might have more velocity in the tank and his changeup and slider both show promise. Revisiting the Padres 2022 MLB draft class after the conclusion of the minor league season. His easy swing and approach at the plate should help him make a quick transition to college baseball. He also has a powerful bat, but his biggest upside is on the mound. Catcher Cal Stark, a junior college transfer, gives the Volunteers more depth behind the plate. He has strong starter traits, though refining a true putaway pitch would help him take a step forward. He has an aggressive approach at the plate but his bat-to-ball skills mean he makes a lot of contact. His fastball this spring touched 100 mph and sat 93-95. Mandatory Credit: Bryan Lynn-USA TODAY Sports, LSU football coach Brian Kelly speaks to media following the first spring practice under him on March 24.jump2, Jan 22, 2022; Coral Gables, Florida, USA; Miami Hurricanes head football coach Mario Cristobal reacts while hyping up the crowd during the second half between the Miami Hurricanes and the Florida State Seminoles at Watsco Center. He has a compact lefthanded swing and good bat-to-ball skills, though he doesnt project for big power. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman and Ryan Gipson Top recruit: Gavin Turley, OF (No. Hitters: Brennan has a strong 6-foot-3, 200-pound frame and has plenty of tools. (Houston, TX), West Ranch CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Hes a steady defender with the arm strength and hands to play shortstop. 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. Pitchers: Murphy headlines a large group of recruits on the mound. Overview: The Yellow Jackets brought in a strong, deep class that features some high-upside players. 170). His short lefthanded swing produces power and he has good hands at first base. 1 class in the country, though five of those recruits went on to be drafted in the first round, giving the class a much different look when it arrived on campus. 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. (Columbus, OH), Stratford (Los Angeles, CA), Hudson Catholic Hes an above-average runner and can hit for power as well. Outfielder Tafton Hensley (433), a junior college transfer, has an exciting combination of bat speed and plus running ability. 1 class in the more than 20 years of the BA rankings. Lefthanders Jamie Arnold and Brett Barfield bring more upside to the class. Catcher Ethan Frey (499) gives the class even more depth behind the plate, though he also has the athleticism to play the outfield or first base. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Recruiting coordinator: Josh Jordan Top recruit: Jaden Noot, RHP (No. He missed this spring due to Tommy John surgery, but at his best he controls his three-pitch mix well. His fastball reaches 95 mphthough typically sits lowerand he pairs it with a hard slider. 51 - 100. (Oklahoma City, OK), IMG Academy He can do a little bit of everything on the diamond. He has plus arm strength and provides power offensively as well. Overview: Vanderbilt had the No. Buy Buckeyes Tickets. 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. He was a shortstop in high school and has made strides defensively, but he has a big frame and may end up profiling best at third base. 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. Hell likely add more consistent big velocity in time as he physically matures. 85). 2023 ESPN Inside linebackers. Hes a corner infielder who will get a chance at third base but could end up at first. 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. He stands out for his feel for hitting and polish offensively. Lefthander Jake Bimbi is coming off an All-American season at Wabash Valley (Ill.) JC. Shortstop Will Tippett is a switch-hitter and a good athlete who profiles as a top-of-the-order hitter. 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. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he mixes in a slider and changeup. Hes a lefthanded hitter who makes a lot of contact. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports, Sep 25, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; A view of an Arkansas Razorbacks football helmet as the Razorbacks celebrate the win over the Texas A&M Aggies at AT&T Stadium. 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. 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. The result is that even after losing five commits on the first day of the draft, LSU still brings in more players ranked as top-500 draft prospects than any other school. Infielder Jayson Jones (185) has an explosive righthanded swing that produces plus power potential. 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. Pitchers: Patrick Forbes (278) and Tucker Biven both have two-way ability as righthanders and infielders. (Orlando, FL), Word Of God Christian Academy Ryan Ward has a simple lefthanded swing and good plate discipline. Hes a good athlete and has the defensive skills to play up the middle. He was slowed this spring by a wrist injury but played well this summer in the West Coast League. Recruiting coordinator: Nick Schnabel Top recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. Petty this summer pitched in the West Coast League and could quickly carve out a role in Lubbock. Hes made strides offensively and shows good contact skills at the plate. Draft and graduation veteran-laden roster in 2022 and lost several players to United. 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