His fastball gets up to 94 mph but typically sits a tick lowerthough with plenty of room for more velocity as he physically matures. (Moreno Valley, CA), Northwest 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. Recruiting coordinator: Eric SniderTop recruit: Gavin Kilen, SS (No. 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. He does a lot of things well on the diamond. 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. Its headlined by Smith, the highest rated player in the draft not to sign, and the new coaching staff buttressed it with a few players who were previously committed to them at Michigan. 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 a strong 6-foot-4, 220-pound build, runs his fastball into the low 90s and pairs it well with his slider. All the major recruiting services -- ESPN, 247Sports, Rivals.com and Scout.com -- have their own set of rankings. Hes an average runner and his tools give him the profile of a corner outfielder. (The Villages, FL), Bixby 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. 247Sports Composite. His stuff isnt overpowering but he controls it well and has good feel on the mound. Lefthander Jake Bimbi is coming off an All-American season at Wabash Valley (Ill.) JC. Hes a steady defender with the arm strength and hands to play shortstop. Hes made strides over the last year and offers still more upside. Outfielder Reese Chapman has a smooth lefthanded swing and uses the whole field well as a hitter. (Glen Head, NY), Harvard Westlake He has a solid arsenal and earns praise for his pitchability and advanced approach on the mound. Overview: Even after losing a few recruits in the draft, including first-rounder Cam Collier, the Cardinals still pulled in a big, strong class that is the highest ranked in program history. Righthander Ryan Denison also has a big, strong build at 6-foot-4, 215 pounds and power upside. On the mound, his fastball gets up to 90 mph and he has feel for his breaking ball and changeup. Righthander Luke Schmolke is a little undersized at 6-foot, 185 pounds, but has standout stuff. 157). His fastball gets up to 95 mph and he pairs it with a cutter. Infielder Jayson Jones (185) has an explosive righthanded swing that produces plus power potential. Righthander Christian Foutch is a good athlete with a fastball that gets up to 94 mph. He has room to grow into more consistent velocity in time, to go with three promising offspeed offerings. Infielder Jack Reynolds is a lefthanded hitter with good bat-to-ball skills. (Corona, CA), Worcester Academy 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. 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. He has an advanced approach at the plate, a smooth lefthanded swing and some power projection. Hes an average runner and a steady defender. 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. Recruiting coordinator: Nick SchnabelTop recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. Certain Data by Sportradar and Stats Perform 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. Schaefer brings big upside on the mound and Tennessee has no shortage of intriguing position players in the class. 1 class in the 23-year history of the rankings and their first since 2018. (Killeen, TX), Staley Team-by-team breakdowns of the best 2023 classes can be found here. He also could see some time in the outfield thanks to his smooth lefthanded swing. Recruiting coordinator: J-Bob Thomas Top recruit: Jeric Curtis, OF (No. 2023 ESPN . Hes a good athlete with power potential and is solid defensively at the hot corner and on the mound can run his fastball up to 90 mph. His impact on the mound likely will come out of the bullpen. (Plano, TX), Wasatch Academy He recorded 17 catches for 300 yards and three touchdowns while playing in six games this year. He fits as a corner outfielder or first baseman and can fill a role similar to what Jake Thompson did in recent seasons. 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. He can play anywhere on the infield but may fit best on the corners for the Gators. 4 Florida State 155.19. Instead, he offers huge upside on the mound thanks to his mid-90s fastball and power slider. 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. Righthander Austin Williamson, like Jerzembeck, has an advanced skill set 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. (Dayton, OH), Word Of God Christian Academy 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. His bat is his carrying tool and he has above-average power. Recruiting coordinator: Norberto Lopez Top recruit: Daniel Cuvet, 3B Overview: The Hurricanes class stands out for its position players. 2023 Baseball Commits. He fits the classic right field profile and should develop into a middle-of-the-order hitter. 51 - 100. 184) Overview: The Razorbacks bring in another strong class thats especially heavy on high-upside position players. The class also includes a few junior college transfers on the mound. He missed this spring due to Tommy John surgery, but at his best he controls his three-pitch mix well. Hes got a strong lefthanded swing and has performed on some big stages. In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. The class has an impressive depth of talent and brings difference makers to Eugene, especially among position players. Overview: Duke last year landed the programs first ever top-10 class when it shepherded its whole recruiting class through the draft. 108). George Wolkow Downers Grove South (Downers Grove, IL) 3B 6-6 210. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he mixes in a slider and changeup. He has elite speed, easy plus raw power and lightning-fast bat speed. 231) Overview: The Cavaliers continue to recruit at a high level and bring in a strong class. 129) Overview: This is South Carolinas 13th straight Top 25 recruiting class, a streak only bested by Vanderbilt (18) and Florida (15). 1 class on signing day last fall, slipped to No. He has a strong arm and can play on the left side of the infield. He missed this spring due to Tommy John surgery, but at his best he controls his three-pitch mix well. He has a quick lefthanded swing and his athleticism gives him a chance to play on the infield or in an outfield corner. (Duncanville, TX), Roselle Catholic That came to pass, as five of the Commodores commits were picked in the first round. He has a good approach at the plate, a strong arm and a projectable build. Wisconsin coach Paul Chryst instructs players during a game against Nebraska at Camp Randall Stadium on Nov. 20, 2021. (Covington, GA), Cathedral 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. Theres some rawness and swing and miss in his game, but between his speed, athleticism and projectability, theres plenty to dream on. Gatlin, whose father Guy played at Ole Miss, brings an exciting combination of power and speed and can play anywhere on the infield. Infielder Brandon Forrester will join his older brother Garret in Corvallis. His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he profiles as a starter. Hes a good athlete and an above-average runner whos coming off an impressive spring at the plate. Its easy to dream on Shores thanks to his size, stuff and athleticism. (Camden, NJ), Sunrise Christian Pitchers: Jerzembeck has a projectable 6-foot-2, 195-pound frame and offers substantial upside. He has good hands, instincts and arm strength and is an above-average runner, all the tools required to play up the middle. 1 class on signing day, but it was clear then that getting it through the draft would be a challenge. Recruiting coordinator: Nick Schnabel Top recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. On the diamond, his big, physical frame, athleticism and raw power make for a prototypical corner outfielder. They are a good indicator of future success for college football programs, though . Righthander Elliott Bray pounds the strike zone and has a fastball that sits around 90 mph. Forbes, named Kentuckys Mr. (North Richland Hills, TX), Bishop Walsh School Righthander Matthew Grabmann (490), also a Canadian native, has a big arm and can run his fastball up to 96 mph. His future is likely as a position player, but he did attract attention as a pitcher as well. Hitters: Curtis and Gage Harrelson (378) are two of the fastest players in the draft class and both can turn in top-of-the-scale run times. His tools play well at the top of the order. 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. Hitters: Ethan Petry has a big, strong build at 6-foot-4, 220 pounds and a powerful righthanded bat. Hitters: Cyr does a lot of things well on the diamond and has a hard-nosed mentality. Full breakdowns of the top 25 classes can be found here. 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 LSU. (Raleigh, NC), Long Island Lutheran Righthander Drake Flowers has a big, projectable build at 6-foot-5, 217 pounds and a solid three-pitch mix. 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. 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. 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