Arizona Class of 2028 Rankings: Post-Spring Update
June 4, 2026
ARIZONA - The Prep Baseball Arizona staff is excited to release the latest update to the Arizona 2028 Rankings following the conclusion of the 2026 high school season. After a spring filled with in-game evaluations, postseason coverage, showcase looks, and continued player development throughout the state, significant movement has taken place within Arizona's talented 2028 class.
With players now entering the summer following their sophomore season, the recruiting process is beginning to accelerate for many of the state's top prospects. Over the next several months, Arizona's 2028 class will take center stage at some of the top events in the country, providing college recruiters and professional scouts with additional opportunities to evaluate one of the deepest groups of talent Arizona has produced in recent years.
This update reflects a full spring season's worth of evaluations, combining game performance, athleticism, long-term projection, and objective data collected throughout the year. While some players strengthened their position near the top of the board, others used breakout sophomore campaigns to force their way into the rankings conversation and establish themselves as legitimate follow prospects moving forward. The result is a class that continues to show impressive depth across every position group, highlighted by high-end talent at the top and a growing collection of players who have positioned themselves for significant recruiting attention heading into the summer.
How We Evaluate & Update The Rankings
The Prep Baseball Arizona staff evaluates players year-round through a combination of in-game coverage, high school evaluations, showcase events, Scout Days, and objective data collected at Prep Baseball events. Strong game performance remains one of the most important factors in every rankings update. Production against quality competition, consistency throughout the season, athleticism, physical projection, and overall impact on winning all play a significant role in the evaluation process. Objective data collected through TrackMan, Blast Motion, VALD Performance testing, and defensive evaluations also provides important context when projecting long-term upside.
Rankings are not built solely from statistics, nor are they determined entirely by showcase metrics. The goal is to combine both game performance and verified data to create the most complete picture possible of a prospect's current ability and future projection.
As players continue to mature physically and gain experience against higher levels of competition, movement throughout the rankings is natural and expected. In many cases, movement reflects the emergence of new prospects and the continued development of players throughout the state rather than a decline in the overall evaluation of another player.
The Road to August 1 & ⭐ The 2026 Future Games ⭐
The coming months represent one of the most important evaluation periods of the year for Arizona's 2028 class. With the high school season now complete, the focus shifts to a summer filled with showcase events, national tournaments, and opportunities for players to continue elevating their recruiting profiles against some of the top competition in the country.
A major part of that process will be the selection of Team Arizona for the 2026 Future Games, the nation's premier uncommitted recruiting event. Held annually at LakePoint Sports in Georgia, the Future Games brings together many of the top prospects from across the country and attracts hundreds of college recruiters representing every level of college baseball.
Throughout the summer, the Prep Baseball Arizona staff will continue evaluating players at events such as Summer ID's, Area Code events, national travel tournaments, and other showcase opportunities across the region. Every in-game look, showcase performance, and verified data point will help shape future rankings updates while also playing a role in identifying the players who will represent Arizona on one of the biggest stages in amateur baseball.
Arizona's 2028 class continues to show impressive depth and talent throughout the state, and with a pivotal summer now underway, the race for Future Games roster spots and continued movement within the rankings remains highly competitive.
View the Full Arizona 2028 Rankings
The complete updated Arizona 2028 Rankings can be viewed HERE.
+ Interested in attending a Prep Baseball event? CLICK HERE
+ Create your FREE Prep Baseball profile: CLICK HERE
A New Look at the Top ⬆️
The top tier of Arizona's 2028 class continues to feature some of the premier underclass talent in the region. Several players near the top of the board strengthened their standing this spring with standout performances, high-level tools, and continued physical development while competing against some of the state's best varsity competition.
As the summer evaluation season gets underway, this group will remain a major focus for college recruiters and national scouting staffs. The combination of present ability, long-term projection, and continued in-game impact keeps the top of Arizona's 2028 class positioned as one of the deepest and most talented groups in the state.
 |
Cooper LeRoy RHP / Perry High School, AZ / 2028Cooper remains the No. 1 prospect in Arizona’s 2028 class despite not competing this spring due to transfer rules. At 6'4, 190 pounds, Cooper continues to show one of the highest ceilings in the state with a power arm and the physical projection to continue trending upward. At the Preseason All-State: Underclass, the right-hander ran his fastball up to 94 mph while sitting 92.3-93.6, showing advanced velocity for the class with more to come as he continues to mature. The slider worked up to 79.5 mph with quality spin and swing and miss traits, while the changeup showed heavy arm side action with 16.1 inches of average horizontal movement. The combination of present velocity, starter traits, and long-term projection keeps Cooper firmly positioned as one of the premier young arms in the West.
|
 |
Chase Fillman OF / Millennium, AZ / 2028Chase continues to solidify himself as one of the premier prospects in Arizona's 2028 class. The physical 6'2, 224 pound left-handed hitter turned in one of the loudest offensive performances of the summer earlier this week at the first annual Four Corner ProCase. Chase creates easy leverage through the zone with a powerful lower half and advanced rotational explosiveness, allowing the ball to jump off the barrel with consistent impact. The swing works with intent and natural loft, showing the ability to drive the baseball to all fields while maintaining impressive bat to ball skills for a hitter with this type of power profile. He also showcased premium arm strength from the outfield at 93 mph and has shown the ability to run his fastball up to 91 on the mound. The combination of physicality, offensive upside, athleticism, and two-way potential keeps Chase firmly among the elite prospects in Arizona's 2028 class.
|
 |
Ian Palumbo OF / Brophy Prep, AZ / 2028Ian has established himself as one of the most advanced offensive players in Arizona's 2028 class. The left-handed hitter possesses a unique operation in the box, but it consistently translates against quality competition thanks to his exceptional feel for the barrel and ability to control the strike zone. Ian rarely swings and misses, routinely finds hard contact, and has shown the ability to impact the baseball to all fields while continuing to add strength and physicality to the profile. A plus athlete who has posted a 6.67 60-yard dash and 88 mph arm strength from the outfield, he brings value on both sides of the ball with the tools to remain in center field long term. The combination of athleticism, bat-to-ball ability, and offensive upside gives Ian one of the highest ceilings among position players in Arizona's 2028 class. 
|
 |
Troy Tewers 3B / Liberty, AZ / 2028Troy continues to look like one of the premier corner infield prospects in Arizona's 2028 class. Coming off a strong Sophomore year where he led 6A in RBI's with 43, the physical 6'0, 203 pound right-handed hitter possesses a mature offensive profile with present strength, advanced bat to ball skills, and some of the louder power potential in the class. Troy consistently impacts the baseball with authority while showing the ability to drive the ball to all fields. The swing works with intent and leverage, creating natural carry off the barrel while maintaining balance, control, and adjustability throughout the operation. Defensively, he continues to show reliable hands, a quick release, and the arm strength necessary to remain on the left side of the infield. With a combination of present production, physicality, and offensive upside, Troy remains one of the top-ranked position players in Arizona's 2028 class.
|
 |
Sammy Garcia SS / Hamilton, AZ / 2028Sammy has established himself as one of the most complete players in Arizona's 2028 class. Despite not possessing the physical stature of some of the players around him in the rankings, Sammy consistently impacts the game in every phase and has proven himself against high level competition. The right-handed hitter is a pure offensive prospect with quick hands, advanced barrel control, and the ability to use the entire field while producing some of the best contact metrics in the class. Defensively, he stands out for his instincts, body control, and ability to make plays from multiple angles, pairing 90 mph arm strength with the actions and athleticism to remain on the dirt long term. The combination of hit tool, defensive value, toughness, and overall baseball instincts makes him one of the safest and most accomplished prospects in Arizona's 2028 class.
|
Biggest Risers 📈
Several prospects throughout the state made notable jumps in the latest update following strong sophomore campaigns during the spring. Whether through improved physicality, offensive production, velocity jumps, defensive development, or continued athletic progression, this group used the high school season to elevate its stock heading into a critical summer.
 |
Christian Estrella OF / Arizona College Prep High School, AZ / 2028CJ was one of the biggest risers in Arizona's 2028 class after a standout sophomore campaign that helped lead Arizona College Prep to a 5A State Championship. The physical 6'3, 223 pound left-handed hitter possesses some of the louder offensive tools in the state, pairing present strength with a swing built to produce impact. CJ consistently showed the ability to drive the baseball with authority throughout the spring, building on an already impressive offensive foundation that includes triple digit exit velocities and legitimate power potential. Despite the physicality, there is still athleticism and coordination throughout the operation, allowing him to find the barrel at a high rate and project as a middle of the order bat moving forward. The combination of production, physical development, and offensive upside made him one of the biggest winners from this rankings update, vaulting 21 spots into the Top 10.
|
 |
Ryder Bell LHP / Hamilton High School, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 9 / POS: 2
Ryder has established himself as one of the premier left handed pitching prospects in Arizona's 2028 class. The sophomore enjoyed a productive varsity season while showing the ability to handle meaningful innings against quality competition, finishing with six wins across 48.2 innings pitched for the 2026 6A state champions. Ryder stands out for his advanced pitchability and feel for a complete four pitch mix, highlighted by a fastball that worked into the mid 80s with quality movement and command. The breaking ball arsenal is particularly intriguing, featuring both a curveball and slider that spin at a high level and give him multiple weapons to attack hitters. He also shows feel for a changeup, allowing him to keep opponents off balance and work efficiently through lineups. The combination of left-handedness, strike throwing ability, and a deep arsenal gives Ryder one of the more polished pitching profiles in Arizona's 2028 class. 
|
 |
Max Gamboa SS / Desert Ridge, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 10 / POS: 2
Max has emerged as one of the biggest risers in Arizona's 2028 class following an outstanding sophomore campaign. The left-handed hitter became a catalyst for one of the state's top programs, slashing .381/.526/.631 with 37 runs scored, 20 RBIs, and 5 home runs while helping lead Desert Ridge throughout the spring. Max's offensive game took a significant step forward, pairing advanced strike zone awareness with improved impact and the ability to consistently find the barrel against quality competition. Defensively, he continues to show the athleticism, actions, and arm strength necessary to remain on the left side of the infield, where his instincts and reliability stand out. Despite standing just 5'7, the sophomore plays with confidence and toughness while consistently impacting games on both sides of the ball. The combination of production, defensive value, and continued offensive development propelled Max into the Top 10 and firmly established him as one of the premier middle infielders in Arizona's 2028 class.
|
 |
Conner Hansen OF / Saguaro, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 17 / POS: 7
Conner put together one of the more impressive sophomore campaigns in Arizona, establishing himself as one of the top outfield prospects in the state's 2028 class. The athletic right handed hitter slashed .402/.455/.759 with 7 doubles, 3 triples, 6 home runs, and 27 RBIs while consistently impacting the baseball throughout the spring. Conner pairs present strength with above average athleticism, evidenced by a 6.96 60-yard dash and triple digit exit velocities, giving him one of the more intriguing power/speed combinations in the class. The swing works with intent and leverage, allowing him to generate easy carry to the pull side while still showing the ability to drive the ball gap to gap. As the offensive production continued to stack up this spring, so did the confidence and overall presence in the box. The combination of athleticism, impact bat potential, and sophomore season production helped propel Conner into the Top 20 and firmly onto the radar as one of Arizona's rising 2028 prospects.
|
 |
Mikey Stortz RHP / Millennium High School, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 18 / POS: 2
Mikey has proven to be one of the premier pitchability arms in Arizona's 2028 class after an impressive sophomore season against high level 6A competition. The right hander posted a 1.28 ERA across 43.2 innings while consistently giving Millennium quality innings and proving he can compete against some of the state's best lineups. Mikey stands out for his advanced feel to pitch, showing the ability to command multiple offerings and keep hitters off balance with a four pitch mix that includes a fastball, sinker, slider, and changeup. While the present velocity may not jump off the page (88 mph) compared to some of the power arms in the class, the overall operation, strike throwing ability, and understanding of how to attack hitters are well beyond his years. He works efficiently, limits damage, and routinely finds ways to generate outs against quality competition. With his work ethic, athleticism, and advanced feel for the craft, Mikey is a strong candidate to see significant velocity gains in the coming years while continuing to profile as one of Arizona's top young arms.
|
Newcomers to Know 👋
Every update brings new names into the fold, and this cycle was no different. A number of previously unranked prospects forced their way into consideration following strong spring performances, improved tools, and continued development over the past several months.
This section features players who emerged throughout the high school season and now position themselves as important follow prospects moving into a pivotal summer evaluation period.
 |
Nate Danzeisen SS / Valley Christian, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 21 / POS: 7
Nate debuts inside Arizona's Top 25 after putting together one of the most productive sophomore seasons in the state. The right-handed hitter slashed .434/.564/.868 with seven home runs, 37 RBIs, and 42 runs scored while striking out just eight times across 111 plate appearances. Nate consistently found ways to impact the game offensively, showing a mature approach, advanced strike zone awareness, and the ability to handle quality pitching. Defensively, he projects as a reliable middle infielder with the instincts and feel for the game to remain up the middle. The combination of production, offensive polish, and overall baseball instincts made Nate one of the easiest newcomers to rank in Arizona's 2028 class.
|
| |
Jacob Gabbel SS / Red Mountain, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 26 / POS: 9
Jacob enters the rankings after putting together one of the most consistent offensive seasons in Arizona's 2028 class. The sophomore shortstop slashed .437/.480/.494 across 30 varsity games while recording 38 hits and striking out just seven times all season. Jacob's game is built around a mature offensive approach, advanced bat to ball skills, and an ability to consistently find quality contact against varsity competition. He rarely gives away at bats, controls the strike zone well, and has shown the ability to impact games from the top of the lineup while helping lead a strong Red Mountain club throughout the spring. Defensively, he projects as a reliable middle infielder with the instincts and feel for the game to remain up the middle long term. The combination of offensive consistency, defensive value, and overall baseball IQ made Jacob one of the top newcomers to enter Arizona's 2028 rankings.
|
 |
Camden Honsa C / Desert Vista, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 33 / POS: 5
Camden enters Arizona's 2028 rankings as one of the top catching prospects in the state following a strong sophomore season. The right handed hitter slashed .354/.471/.417 across 31 varsity games while showing an advanced approach at the plate, drawing 19 walks against just eight strikeouts. Camden consistently controlled the strike zone throughout the spring, displaying mature at bats and a line drive oriented approach that allowed him to reach base at a high rate. Behind the plate, he continues to separate himself with leadership qualities as well as solid catch and throw skills, posting pop times as low as 1.95 while pairing quick feet with a clean transfer and accurate arm. The overall athleticism, defensive foundation, and offensive polish give him one of the more complete catching profiles in Arizona's 2028 class. After another productive varsity season, Camden debuts as one of the highest ranked newcomers in the state.
|
 |
Jayson Veit 1B / RHP / Salpointe Catholic, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 50 / POS: 1
Jayson enters Arizona's 2028 rankings as one of the more intriguing projection prospects in the class. At 6'3, 172 pounds, Jayson possesses a long, athletic frame with considerable room to add strength, and the development over the past year has already begun to show. On the mound, the right hander has seen a noticeable jump in stuff, running his fastball up to 86.6 mph while pairing it with a developing slider and one of the more intriguing fastball shapes in the class. The offensive profile also continues to trend upward with flashes of power that should continue to emerge as he matures physically. Jayson made the most of his varsity opportunities this spring, hitting .368 with eight RBIs while showing the ability to compete against older competition. The combination of physical projection, two way contribution, and continued development made him one of the more compelling newcomers to enter Arizona's 2028 rankings. 
|
 |
Makhi Kirschner SS / Sunnyslope, AZ / 2028Rankings StateRank: 66 / POS: 14
Makhi enters Arizona's 2028 rankings as an athletic middle infielder with intriguing long-term upside. The sophomore possesses a lean, projectable frame and already shows several traits that translate well to the left side of the infield, highlighted by a 7.02 60 yard dash and 85 mph arm strength across the diamond. Defensively, Makhi moves well laterally with the athleticism, body control, and arm talent necessary to remain at shortstop as he continues to develop. While the offensive game is still maturing, there are flashes of feel for the barrel and overall athleticism that suggest more is on the way as additional strength is added. Players with this combination of defensive value, athleticism, and projection are always worth monitoring closely. Makhi's upside and ability to impact the game at a premium position earned him a spot among Arizona's Top 100 prospects in the 2028 class. 
|
Looking Ahead 🔍
With the summer showcase season now underway, Arizona's 2028 class enters one of the most important evaluation periods of the year. The Prep Baseball Arizona staff will continue evaluating players throughout the summer at major events across the region with additional movement expected in future rankings updates.
As the race for Team Arizona roster spots at the Future Games continues to take shape, every look will carry added importance throughout the summer. Be sure to continue following Prep Baseball Arizona for rankings updates, event coverage, scouting reports, statistical leaderboards, and more as we track one of the deepest and most talented classes in the state.
Upcoming Events
| Showcase | State | Date | Location |
| East Valley Summer ID | AZ | 06/09 | Arizona Athletic Grounds - Mesa, AZ |
| East Valley Rising Stars ID (Session 2) | AZ | 06/09 | Arizona Athletic Grounds - Mesa, AZ |
| Las Cruces Summer ID | AZ | 06/11 | New Mexico State - Las Cruces, NM |
| Thunderbird HS Scout Day | AZ | 06/13 | Thunderbird HS - Phoenix, AZ |
| Southern Arizona Summer ID | AZ | 06/16 | Desert View HS - Tucson, AZ |
| Southern Arizona Rising Stars ID (2030-2031 Grads) | AZ | 06/16 | Desert View HS - Tucson, AZ |
| West Valley Summer ID | AZ | 06/23 | Canyon View HS - Buckeye, AZ |
| Northern Arizona Summer ID | AZ | 07/01 | Flagstaff High School - Flagstaff, AZ |
| East Valley Summer ID (Session 2) | AZ | 07/07 | Desert Ridge HS - Mesa, AZ |
| Southern Arizona Summer ID (Session 2) | AZ | 07/14 | Desert View HS - Tucson, AZ |
| Senior Future Games (Class of 2027) | NATIONAL | 07/21 | LakePoint Sports |
| Future Games (Class of 2028) | NATIONAL | 07/22 | LakePoint Sports |
| Junior Future Games (Class of 2030/31) | NATIONAL | 07/23 | LakePoint Sports |
| Baseline Games | NATIONAL | 07/30 | Grand Park Sports Campus - Westfield, IN |
| Arizona State Games (Invite-Only) | AZ | 08/07 | Arizona Athletic Grounds - Mesa, AZ |
| SABA Scout Day | AZ | 08/15 | Reid Park - Tucson, AZ |
| 2026 West Coast Super Sophomore Games (Invite-Only) | AZ | 09/11 | University of Oregon / Bushnell University |
| Trosky Arizona Scout Day | AZ | 11/14 | TBD |