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. He has some strength in his righthanded swing but is more hit over power. Recruiting coordinator: Thomas Eager Top recruit: Malcolm Moore, C (No. Tallon throws his fastball in the upper 80s and pairs it with a sweeping slider, while Proksch has a good changeup to go with his deceptive fastball. The class is deeper on the mound, but the Gators also landed some high-end position players. Overview: The Razorbacks bring in another strong class thats especially heavy on high-upside position players. That changed quickly in the spring when he impressed scouts with his size (6-foot-3, 215 pounds) and loud overall tools. Tyler Albright is a plus runner and profiles in center field, where he might remind Duke fans of Jimmy Herron. His fastball reaches 96 mph, and he flashes a sharp slider. Lefthander JD Thompson is a bit undersized but has advanced pitchability and throws three pitches for strikes. Catcher Santiago Ordonez stands out for his defense and strong arm behind the plate. He has elite speed, a plus arm, covers ground well in the outfield and has electric bat speed. 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. He has premium bat speed and massive righthanded power potential. As he physically matures, he should be able to tap into some lefthanded power. Hes a good athlete with plus arm strength to go with huge offensive upside, especially as a power hitter. (Fort Washington, MD), Brewster Academy Outfielder Keenan Proctor is a plus runner and has a short, quick lefthanded swing. (Waukee, IA), Birdville Click here to get started. 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. He has a smooth swing and good bat-to-ball skills. 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. Hitters: Stanwich has a strong, quick swing and he impacts the ball with authority. Hes an above-average runner and a solid defender. . Outfielder Harrison Didawick has a big 6-foot-5, 220-pound frame and a powerful lefthanded swing. His stuff isnt overpowering but he controls it well and has good feel on the mound. The Wildcats won 91-71. His slider is a promising pitch, and he does have the makings of a good changeup. 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. Like Curtis, he covers a lot of ground in the outfield. (South Africa, SOUT), Moravian Prep Righthanders JJ Garcia and AJ Russell have long, lean frames and offer projectability on the mound. Jackson Gaspard has two-way ability as a righthander and middle infielder. Infielder Tracer Lopez has an advanced feel at the plate and the lefthanded hitter makes a lot of hard contact. His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he has feel for both his changeup and curveball. Nate Chester, a junior college transfer, can play anywhere on the infield and has an advanced approach at the plate. His easy swing and approach at the plate should help him make a quick transition to college baseball. Lefthander Chris Arroyo was Clementes high school teammate and has a good three-pitch mix. He had a strong season this spring and is now headed to Austin, adding a high-end arm to the class. Now, the Ducks have their first top-five class since 2010. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman and Ryan Gipson Top recruit: Gavin Turley, OF (No. 193). He has strong starter traits, though refining a true putaway pitch would help him take a step forward. His fastball works in the low 90s and he pairs it with a good slider. 247Sports Recruiting. 69 prep player in the 2023 class and his early arrival gives the Gators another premium player in the class. controls his solid three-pitch mix well and his fastball sits around 90 mph. He does a lot of things well on the diamond. Infielder Andrew Walters has a long track record of performing on big stages. 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. Second baseman/outfielder Travis Chestnut, a junior college transfer, has premium speed and can be a weapon on the bases. Hes a strong defender, has a good understanding of the game and a solid arm. 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. Pitchers: Lefthander Chris Stuart (349) grew up in the Netherlands and pitched for the Dutch at the 2019 18U World Cup. This group was primarily recruited by Josh Jordan, who was hired away this summer. 231) Overview: The Cavaliers continue to recruit at a high level and bring in a strong class. 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. His fastball gets up to 95 mph and he pairs it with a cutter. Righthander, runs his fastball up to 94 mph and pairs it with an effective breaking ball. The 2023 recruiting cycle has been a mixed bag for Wisconsin as they look to build on a strong roster. (North Richland Hills, TX), Bishop Walsh School He could end up with top-of-the-scale power, but to tap into that juice, hell need to improve his approach at the plate. The Formula; where c is a specific team's total number of commits and R n is the 247Sports Rating of the nth-best commit times 100.; Explanation; 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. Gavin Guidry has two-way ability as a shortstop and righthander. He has room to grow into more consistent velocity in time, to go with three promising offspeed offerings. Overview: Vanderbilt had the No. 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. Erik Blair has two-way ability as a lefthander and outfielder. Righthander Justin Hackett has a strong, 6-foot-3, 215-pound frame and a big arm. 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. 184). Infielder Damian Bravo stands out for his feel at the plate and has some righthanded power potential. Righthander Will Cannon comes to Auburn after spending his freshman year in junior college. Here is a ranking of the scholarship offensive tackles on the roster based on their 247Sports recruiting rankings. He has plus speed, good athleticism and makes a lot of hard contact at the plate, giving him a spark plug element. Like Quinn, he this spring took a step forward as his velocity improved and he touched the mid 90s. His bat is his carrying tool and he has above-average power. Overview: Duke last year landed the programs first ever top-10 class when it shepherded its whole recruiting class through the draft. 81). Position Rankings. Righthander Ethan Patera (401) has a big, 6-foot-5, 210-pound frame and a powerful arm. His fastball works in the upper 80s now with room for improvement and he pairs it with a good breaking ball. Alabama leads the way according to 247Sportsas the Crimson Tide have locked in four five-star recruits in the cycle. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he mixes in a solid changeup and slider. As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. (Oklahoma City, OK), IMG Academy (Orlando, FL), Word Of God Christian Academy Yoel Tejada Jr. (372) is big and projectable at 6-foot-6, 205 pounds and has two-way ability as a righthander and first baseman. Pitchers: Lefthander Cade Fisher (221) has a projectable look and stands out for his control, which was among the best in the prep class. Vanderbilt, which had the No. Righthander Will Gibbs attacks hitters with a strong three-pitch mix. 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. He has power stuff and a strong build at 6-foot-3, 205 pounds. 2023 ESPN Small forwards. Lefthander Griffin Herring stands out for his pitchability and throws a lot of strikes with his three-pitch arsenal. To see our 2022 top recruiting classes, click here. (The Villages, FL), Bixby (Henderson, NV), Kingswood-Oxford School Alabama leads the way. NA. Tyler Wulfert, a junior college transfer, can do a bit of everything and offers defensive versatility. His fastball gets into the low 90s now to go with a good changeup and breaking ball. 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. His fastball works in the low 90s and his changeup is his best secondary pitch. Hes a good athlete, receives well and has solid arm strength, all tools that play well behind the plate. In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. His fastball gets into the mid 90s, touching 97 mph, and plays up thanks to its hard, running life. 1 class. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports, Nov 13, 2021; Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USA; Alabama head coach Nick Saban watches the Crimson Tide warm up before playing New Mexico State at Bryant-Denny Stadium. While innings will be hard to come by for any of the newcomers, he is advanced enough to quickly get on the mound for the Volunteers. Righthander Isaac Hill has a projectable build and attacks hitters with a promising fastball-curveball combination. The Horned Frogs got a boost when Silva formally opted out of the draft, but the class also has solid depth. Cade McGarrh is another speedster in the class and can impact the game in a number of ways. Hes a corner infielder who fits best at first base. (Santa Monica, CA), St. Frances Academy Lefthander. (Burke, VA), Combine Academy Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports, Nov 6, 2021; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights quarterback Noah Vedral (0) throws the ball during warm ups before the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at SHI Stadium. Righthanders Kade Shatwell and Manning West give the class two more high-upside arms, though they have some rough edges to hone. (Baltimore, MD), Calvary Christian Academy (Bradley, IL), Dacula Soto has as much upside as almost any pitcher in the prep class and big righthander Garrett Baumann adds another high-end arm. Hitters: Catcher Brady Neal (83) graduated high school a year early and was one of the youngest players in the draft class. Hitters: Smith was injured the second half of last summer, keeping him out of some big events and a little more under the radar. 222) 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. Outfielder Grayson Grinsell has exciting upside and profiles as a top-of-the-order hitter. 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. His curveball is a high-spin, 12-to-6 offering, and it projects to be a second plus pitch in time. Ray Velazquez has the versatility to play nearly anywhere on the diamond and is coming off a solid summer in the Futures League. 85) Overview: Oregon State in 2021 brought its highest-ranked recruiting class (No. 1 - 50. His fastball gets up to 94 mph now with plenty of room for more velocity as he physically matures, and he has some feel for his breaking ball and changeup. Stone Blanton is a powerful outfielder with two-sport ability. Recruiting coordinator: Carl Lafferty Top recruit: Campbell Smithwick, C Overview: The reigning national champions landed the No. (London, KY), Link Academy Hes lean at 6-foot-2, 160 pounds and will need to get stronger to reach his offensive ceiling, but the upside is clear. Recruiting coordinator: Nick Schnabel Top recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. Righthander Kevin Jaxel has a projectable look at 6-foot-4, 215 pounds and already has run his fastball up to 93 ph. Poteet stands out for his glove, while Law is a good athlete and had some football offers as a quarterback. 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. (Beaumont, TX), Legacy Early College That came to pass, as five of the Commodores commits were picked in the first round. He isnt overpowering but his competitiveness and feel play well on the mound. 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. Pitchers: Lefthander Brennan Phillips (194) stands out for his pitchability. He also has a powerful bat, but his biggest upside is on the mound. (Ada, OK), IMG Academy Listed at 6-foot-7, 210 pounds, righthander Gabe Davis (199) has a lanky, athletic build and plenty of upside. He moves well for his size and should be able to settle in at third base, where he profiles well. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports, Dec 28, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers cornerback Charles Woods (23) reacts after intercepting a pass from the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the Guaranteed Rate Bowl at Chase Field. He fits as a corner outfielder or first baseman and can fill a role similar to what Jake Thompson did in recent seasons. 129). He has a projectable build, a changeup that can be a plus pitch and solid pitchability. Ray Bermudez, Adrian Dominguez and Diego Guevara add three more exciting bats to the group. 149). Hes a righthanded hitter whose quick hands give him above-average bat speed. Jackson Jaha, the son of former all-star John Jaha, has two-way potential as a third baseman and righthander. 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. Pitchers: Patrick Forbes (278) and Tucker Biven both have two-way ability as righthanders and infielders. Hes got above-average speed and the versatility to play a variety of positions. Lefthander Brant Hogue and righthander Evan OToole were teammates at Iowa Western JC and now transfer together to Oklahoma State. Catcher Cal Stark, a junior college transfer, gives the Volunteers more depth behind the plate. As a switch-pitcher, Jurrangelo Cijntje (259) is an ultra-rare prospect. Righthander Drake Flowers has a big, projectable build at 6-foot-5, 217 pounds and a solid three-pitch mix. 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