As the high school season concludes and the summer begins, we’ve rolled out our second update of the year to the Class of 2026 Alabama Player Rankings, with some notable changes to the top 200. Standout spring performances have reshaped the landscape, as players continue to build their résumés and make their case among the state’s best. With the summer circuit just around the corner, this update sets the stage for what should be an important stretch in the recruiting process for this talented group of rising seniors.

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As always, our evaluation process is fluid and ongoing, built on multiple viewings and discussions to get the most accurate feel for each player’s abilities. It’s worth noting that while some players show rapid improvement, this doesn’t suggest that others have regressed—player development is simply a journey with peaks and valleys. As the season unfolds, new names will continue to surface, expanding the universe of top prospects in Alabama. In addition to our player evaluations, our scouts—both in-state and nationally—have been in constant dialogue, comparing notes and making adjustments based on the latest insights to ensure the rankings are as up-to-date and accurate as possible.

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The Top-10 in the Class of 2026 ⭐

John Stowers C / St. Paul's Episcopal, AL / 2026 Rankings  StateRank: 1 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 19 / POS: 1 "Auburn recruit. 5-foot-11, 195-pounds. Definite proportional strength throughout with ideal catcher's build and still room to add. One of the top backstops in the 2026 class nationally, and was his usual self during the two-day event. Ranked No. 1 in the 2026 class in Alabama, Stowers has one of the better hit/defend tool combos in his class and showcased both over the past two days. Known for his ability to slug after belting double-digit home runs once again this past spring, the rising senior showed off that clean left-handed swing that generated high exits with wood during his round of BP. He generates such easy gap-to-gap power using his strength and a loose, whippy barrel that works on a mostly uphill path through the zone. Equally as talented as a defender, Stowers also led the event posting 1.87-1.94 pop times and a top velocity of 79 mph using a lightning fast transfer and above-average arm strength with accuracy."