As the fall evaluation window closes and the high school season comes into view, we roll out our latest look at Arizona’s Class of 2027 Rankings Risers. This update highlights the prospects who made tangible jumps over the past year, elevating their profiles through strong spring performances, productive summer stretches, and eye opening showings at Prep Baseball events throughout the fall. The class continues to sort itself out, with a growing group of players separating through development, consistency, and impact, while others are beginning to force their way into the broader conversation.

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Our evaluation process remains fluid and ongoing, driven by live looks, verified data, and constant communication with coaches and scouts both in state and nationally. Player development is rarely linear. Some make quick leaps, others progress steadily, but each follows a unique path with natural ebbs and flows. As the season approaches, expect continued movement within the rankings as new names emerge and returning risers look to cement their gains. This update offers the clearest snapshot yet of the upward momentum shaping Arizona’s 2027 class.

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Rankings Risers 📈

RANK	PLAYERS	HIGH SCHOOL	POSITION	Spots Moved
8	Dreson Ethier	Brophy Prep	SS	+2
Click to view Ethier's Profile Dreson has quickly established himself as one of the more dynamic risers in the class thanks to a rare blend of athleticism and projection. The right handed bat shows easy speed and barrel feel, with present impact that should jump as strength is added to his lean frame. Defensively, his actions play cleanly on the left side and the run tool adds real value in all phases of the game. With loud tools already showing and plenty more coming, the Miami commit continues to trend up as one of the higher ceiling prospects in Arizona’s 2027 class. View Full Profile Dreson Ethier Class of 2027 / SS Rankings  StateRank: 8 / POS: 4 OverallRank: 325 / POS: 66 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: SS Secondary Position: RHP High School: Brophy Prep State: AZ Summer Team: Swarm Red Elite National 2027 Height: 6-1 Weight: 155lbs Bat/Throw: R/R Videos + (6/1/25)
10	Will Gnirk	Chaparral	LHP	NEW
Click to view Gnirk's Profile Will has taken a clear step forward on the mound, emerging as a dependable riser with a projectable frame and a polished three pitch mix. The fastball shows heavy run and sink, playing off a sharp, high spin slider that has developed into a true swing and miss offering. His ability to repeat the delivery and sequence with intent continues to improve, allowing the stuff to play up. With strength still coming and feel sharpening, the Indiana commit is trending toward becoming a reliable left handed presence in Arizona’s 2027 class. View Full Profile Will Gnirk Class of 2027 / LHP Rankings  StateRank: 10 / POS: 1 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: LHP High School: Chaparral State: AZ Summer Team: Trosky National Brewers Scout Team Height: 6-3 Weight: 182.5lbs Bat/Throw: L/L Videos + (10/3/25)
13	Grady Openden	Brophy Prep	RHP	+2
Click to view Openden's Profile Grady has continued to separate himself as one of the more advanced arms in the class, pairing feel, command, and competitiveness with a growing arsenal. The fastball plays with life and run, while the secondaries have sharpened to give him multiple strike throwing options against both sides of the plate. He shows an advanced sense of sequencing and mound presence that allows the stuff to play above the raw velocity. With continued strength gains and polish, the Arizona commit is trending up as a reliable and high ceiling right handed option in the 2027 class. View Full Profile Grady Openden Class of 2027 / RHP Rankings  StateRank: 13 / POS: 4 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: RHP High School: Brophy Prep State: AZ Summer Team: Canes West National Height: 6-0 Weight: 165lbs Bat/Throw: R/R Videos + (7/23/25)
16	Charlie Borchard	Brophy Prep	OF	+8
Click to view Borchard's Profile Charlie has continued to climb as a big, strong left handed bat that shows up when it matters. The swing is simple and powerful, producing hard contact and consistent barrels against quality pitching. With his bat locked into the heart of the lineup, the Stanford commit is set to be a true impact piece for Brophy this season. View Full Profile Charlie Borchard Class of 2027 / OF Rankings  StateRank: 16 / POS: 3 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: OF Secondary Position: RHP High School: Brophy Prep State: AZ Summer Team: Canes Height: 6-4 Weight: 175lbs Bat/Throw: L/R Videos + (6/14/25)
22	Maddon DelaCruz	Corona del Sol	SS/C	+23
Click to view DelaCruz's Profile Maddon has continued to rise as one of the more complete and dependable players in the class, showing impact on both sides of the ball. The right handed bat produces hard line drives with the power beginning to show. Defensively, his athleticism and quick actions stand out, giving him real value behind the plate and flexibility elsewhere. With tools, instincts, and confidence all trending up, the San Diego commit is positioned to be a key piece for Corona Del Sol this season. View Full Profile Maddon DelaCruz Class of 2027 / SS Rankings  StateRank: 22 / POS: 7 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: SS Secondary Position: C High School: Corona Del Sol State: AZ Summer Team: PFA Regional ‘27 Height: 6-0 Weight: 168lbs Bat/Throw: R/R Videos + (6/10/25)
28	Christopher Sinacori	Brophy Prep	1B	+6
Click to view Sinacori's Profile Christopher continues to trend up as a bat first corner profile that shows real thump in game. The right handed swing is aggressive but controlled, producing hard contact and consistent damage when he gets his pitch. He brings enough athleticism to handle multiple spots and plays with confidence between the lines. With his bat set to drive production, the Arizona commit looks ready to be a difference maker for Brophy this year. View Full Profile Christopher Sinacori Class of 2027 / 1B Rankings  StateRank: 28 / POS: 2 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: 1B Secondary Position: OF High School: Brophy Prep State: AZ Summer Team: Canes West National Height: 5-11 Weight: 159.4lbs Bat/Throw: L/R Videos + (7/23/25)
31	Kyle Wisniewski	Campo Verde	SS	+9
Click to view Wisniewski's Profile Kyle has continued to trend upward as one of the more polished all around players in the class, combining athleticism with a mature feel for the game. The right handed swing is clean and on time, producing consistent barrels with strength that is still coming as the frame fills out. Defensively, he moves with ease up the middle and shows the actions and arm strength to stay at short. With his game rounding into form, the Air Force commit looks poised to be a steady impact piece for Campo Verde this season. View Full Profile Kyle Wisniewski Class of 2027 / SS Rankings  StateRank: 31 / POS: 10 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: SS Secondary Position: RHP High School: Campo Verde State: AZ Summer Team: Biscuits Elite Height: 6-2 Weight: 175.5lbs Bat/Throw: R/R Videos + (7/23/25)
34	Reed Ross	Phoenix Country	C	NEW
Click to view Ross' Profile Reed has surged as one of the more dangerous offensive profiles in the class, bringing real thump that shows up consistently in game action. The right handed swing is aggressive and powerful, producing loud contact to the pull side and the ability to change the scoreboard in a hurry. He brings confidence and intent every time he steps in the box, and the production has followed, highlighted by a .500 average during the high school season. With his bat driving the value, Reed continues to trend up as a true impact presence for Phoenix Country. View Full Profile Reed Ross Class of 2027 / C Rankings  StateRank: 34 / POS: 4 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: C Secondary Position: OF High School: Phoenix Country State: AZ Summer Team: Biscuits Elite/Ghost National Height: 6-2 Weight: 210lbs Bat/Throw: R/R Videos + (10/26/25)
39	Carter Neville	Mountain Ridge	SS	+10
Click to view Neville's Profile Carter has taken a noticeable step forward over the past year, emerging as one of the more consistent risers in the class as strength and confidence have come together. The switch hitter shows a repeatable swing from both sides with gap to gap impact and improved contact quality that plays in game. Defensively, his actions have cleaned up across the board, allowing the athleticism and arm strength to show more freely. With his game trending up in all phases, Carter has positioned himself as a name to closely follow for Mountain Ridge this season. View Full Profile Carter Neville Class of 2027 / SS Rankings  StateRank: 39 / POS: 13 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: SS Secondary Position: 2B High School: Mountain Ridge State: AZ Summer Team: AZBC 2027 Height: 5-9 Weight: 165lbs Bat/Throw: S/R Videos + (11/15/25)
42	Alec Olivas	Catalina Foothills	OF	NEW
Click to view Olivas' Profile Alec has made clear strides over the past year, showing noticeable gains in strength, confidence, and overall impact. The right handed bat plays with rhythm and balance, producing consistent hard contact to all fields while the added physicality has begun to show up more frequently in game. He moves well in the outfield and plays with athleticism that allows the tools to translate between the lines. With his development trending in the right direction, Alec has positioned himself as a rising name to watch for Catalina Foothills this season. View Full Profile Alec Olivas Class of 2027 / OF Rankings  StateRank: 42 / POS: 7 Player Information Graduating Class: 2027 Primary Position: OF Secondary Position: RHP High School: Catalina Foothills State: AZ Summer Team: BNL Fall 2025 Height: 6-3 Weight: 170lbs Bat/Throw: R/R Videos + (12/7/25)

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