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Ryder Fredriksen OF / 3B / JSerra Catholic, CA / 2027

From 1/2/25: “Fredriksen was getting a start to his 2025 calendar year by taking his home field stage for the Orange County Preseason ID. A tooled up athlete in the '27 class that checks in at a present 6' 192.2 lbs with some present strength to his build while clocking a 7.1 60 time and throwing 81 MPH from OF at present he is another one who gives long term CF/RF defensive projections for his profile. During batting practice there was some inconsistency to his contact quality which can come with being on the younger side, but when Fredriksen connected throughout his session it was loud contact with impressive numbers. He swing is explosive through the zone with 24.8 MPH hand speed, 74.7 MPH bat speed, and 23.7 Gs of rotational acceleration. With an uphill path to his operation that allows him to elevate the ball with authority Fredriksen peaked at 96.1 MPH on his exit velocity showing carry to middle/pull side of the field. As he continues to polish his already strong tool set there is plenty to like about the Trinity League product.”

Amar'e Hawkins OF / 3B / Martin Luther King Jr. High, CA / 2029

From 10/26/25:

Positional Profile: OF/3B
Body: 5-11, 150-pounds. Lean build with long lower half.
Hit: RHH. Stands tall and narrow with the upper body turned inward. Hands start away from the body with a vertical hand load and a long stride. Shows heavy back-foot movement during the pivot through contact. Hits consistent line drives.
Power: 86 max exit velocity, averaged 73.1 mph. 299' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-74 mph. Short, over-the-top arm action, keeping throws low with consistent accuracy.
Defense: Attacks the baseball aggressively while maintaining control and balance.
ATH: 7.90 runner in the 60. 1.85 and 4.32 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.

Brady Horn 3B / RHP / Calabasas High, CA / 2028

From 7/30/25:

Positional Profile: OF/RHP Strong build with a firm bat, smooth movements, and room to improve defensively.
Body: 5-10, 154-pounds. Athletic, well-filled out frame.
Hit: LHH. Wide, balanced stance. Knees slightly bent. Bat kept on rear shoulder. Body angles over plate during load. Small toe tap stride. Hands cast outward during load. Lands firm on front foot. Showcases line drive power. 65.2 mph bat speed with 7 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 max exit velocity, averaged 86.3 mph. 248' max distance.
Arm: RH. OF-84 mph. High 3/4 slot, with long release.
Defense: Short, calculated steps. Glove transfer shows some lag.
ATH: 7.16 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 3.97 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 22.80 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 68.62 Edge Score

Schaefer Motschenbacher 3B / SS / Orange Lutheran, CA / 2029

From 7/24/25:

Positional Profile: 3B/SS
Body: 5-8, 148-pounds.
Hit: RHH. Sets up with a wide, upright stance. Hands sit at shoulder level, with a lower back elbow, and the barrel set vertically. Displays a small bat waggle before initiating the load with a subtle weight shift to the back side as the back elbow raises and the hands drift back slightly. Utilizes a toe tap for timing before a small, controlled stride forward. Back knee fires at foot strike, creating some separation. Hands work explosively through the zone, showcasing great bat speed. Uphill bat path that promotes consistent lift and carry, with strong power potential.
Arm: RH. INF-75 mph. Lengthy arm path out of the glove with a slightly delayed transfer, working from a low 3/4 release. Shows some natural arm-side run and can get to release a touch late at times. Has room to add arm strength as the frame fills out. Accuracy will improve from subtle refinements in the upper half.
Defense: Keeps his lower half active throughout the play, using compact, controlled footwork as he works toward the ball. Shows solid initial burst and decent lateral range, paired with clean glove work and minimal wasted movement. Profiles as a 3B with the potential to play up the middle with continued physical development.

Keaton Pilliter 3B / RHP / Riverside Poly High School, CA / 2027

From 10/3/25:

Positional Profile: 3B/RHP Two-way player with intriguing tools and impact potential on both sides of the ball.
Body: 5-8, 159-pounds. Athletic frame with room to mature and add strength.
Delivery: Smooth, compact windup with a controlled drive down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Works at max effort from a high 3/4 arm slot.
FB: T85, 82-84 mph. Traditional 4-seam fastball showing late life and consistent glove-side attack. T2260, 2109 average rpm.
CB: 67-73 mph. Slow-breaking pitch with late horizontal movement and consistent vertical break. T2401, 2023 average rpm.
SL: 69-73 mph. Maintains a very similar arm action to the CB with a more profound and late horizontal break. T2469, 2357 average rpm.
CH: 71-76 mph. Slightly cuts pitch, still a work in progress and continuing to develop. T2399, 1862 average rpm.
SPLT: 73-74 mph.
ATH: 7.36 runner in the 60. 1.73 and 4.02 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.