The 2026 California high school baseball season is quickly approaching and, as usual, excitement is abound throughout the state. Players and coaches have been working in preparation for the upcoming season and, as is the case each year, there are some very talented players and teams across California.

Teams across the state have goals and aspirations to finish their seasons in their respective CIF Section Championship Game, but there is plenty of work to be done before that becomes reality. We hope to familiarize our readers with many of the teams across the state as we preview these individual programs across California. We will take you right up to first pitch this season with these team previews, eventually releasing our Preseason Power 25 rankings.

Please keep checking back throughout the season as we will be your one-stop shop for everything related to high school baseball across California. Each week we will be releasing our Power 25, Players of the Week, Diamond Notes, podcasts, and much more.

Our 2026 preseason coverage continues today with the Stagg Delta Kings.

High School: Stagg Delta Kings
Head Coach: Henry Sanchez
CIF Section: Sac-Joaquin
Team Strengths: Speed.
2025 Record: 14-10
Returning Starters: 7

 

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TOP RETURNING UNCOMMITTED PLAYERS

• 1B/RHP/C Jackson Brooks (2026)

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TOP UNDERCLASSMEN

• C Malachi Sepulveda (2029)

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TEAM OUTLOOK

The Stagg Delta Kings head into 2026 looking to build on a solid 14–10 campaign under head coach Henry Sanchez, with speed continuing to define their identity on both sides of the ball. With seven returning starters and seven returning pitchers, Stagg brings back a roster heavy on experience, positioning the Delta Kings to play an aggressive, fast-paced brand of baseball. That continuity should allow the group to execute cleanly in tight games and pressure opponents with their athleticism.

A key piece of the returning core is 1B/RHP/C Jackson Brooks (2026), a versatile presence who gives Stagg flexibility both offensively and defensively. Brooks’ ability to contribute in multiple roles adds stability to a lineup that values speed and situational execution, while also providing innings on the mound when needed. His experience will be vital in setting the tone for a team that expects to compete throughout league play.

Looking ahead, the Delta Kings are also encouraged by the development of young talent, highlighted by C Malachi Sepulveda (2029). Sepulveda brings solid hand-eye coordination, clean footwork, plus speed, and a strong throwing arm behind the plate, signaling a promising future piece for the program. With a veteran-heavy roster complemented by emerging underclassmen, Stagg enters 2026 as a team capable of leveraging speed, experience, and depth to push toward a postseason run.

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Quote from the Coach

“Given the number of returning players and how we finished last year, we expect to be contenders in the league”.

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Find more information on the 2026 Stagg Delta Kings program below:
+ Prep Baseball California, Power 25 Homepage

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