Prep Baseball Dakotas 2026: Winter Watch List

Brady Waddell SS / RHP / Rapid City Stevens, SD / 2027

We have seen the west side of the state produce talent especially out of the Rapid City area. Waddell participated in last summer’s future games and is currently ranked 7th in the Dakotas 2027 class. A steady riser since 2023 participating in his first event, Waddell continues to mature and grow both on the mound and offensively. Interesting prospect that will be in attendance February 21st in Sioux Falls.

Brady Waddell (2027, Rapid City Stevens) competed during his Future Games outing.

Fastball got up to 86, threw a breaking ball at 72-74. @BradyWaddell7 || #PBFG25 pic.twitter.com/mRhr5j6tSB

— Prep Baseball Dakotas (@PBDakotas) July 26, 2025

Jacob Willardson RHP / Grand Forks Red River High School, ND / 2027

Coming from a Red River program that has no shortage of collegiate baseball players, Jacob Willardson has been on that track with his development over the last few years. With steady progression on the mound. Willardson ran his fastball into the mid-80s last summer with reports of big time gains over this offseason. Strong follow out of the 2027 class in the Dakotas. 

Easton Sabers LHP / OF / Sturgis Brown High School, SD / 2028

A year younger, but going a little further west than Rapid is Sabers, a two-way talent out of Sturgis, SD. At last summer's Dakota State Games we saw improvement in all areas of Sabers’ game. Continuing to grow physically and develop, look for a jump metrically on the mound as well as offensively with the bat. An intriguing prospect to follow in the 2028 class.

Henry Schrum C / 3B / Fargo South High School, ND / 2028

Schrum is one of the few to be selected to Minnesota’s Jr. Future team out of North Dakota. A catcher first who can also play in the infield has improved drastically in the last year and a half. A standout last summer in Fargo, Schrum has matured physically and showed during the workout posting mid 90s exit velocities, upper 70s arm strength and solid pop times behind the plate, and runs well for the position. Schrum will continue to improve and also help his development, catching for Texas A&M commit Caden Nelson. Schrum will be in Fargo this March.

Henry Schrum (2028, C/3B, @FSHBaseball) showed athletic actions all over the diamond.

Strong build with more to come.

+ 7.16 60
+ 94.6 exit velo
+ 78 C velo
+ 1.97 pop time@Schrum2Henry || @ShooterHunt || #FargoID pic.twitter.com/gulSQVRQq6

— Prep Baseball Dakotas (@PBDakotas) August 17, 2025

Kade Wede RHP / 3B / Harrisburg High School, SD / 2027

A future games selection last summer, Wede has developed into one of the more well rounded arms in South Dakota. Wede runs the fastball into the upper 80s and scratches 90s, but it's the multiple pitches for strikes that is intriguing from the right hander. A native of Harrisburg high school that competes for a state title every year, look for Wede to lead the charge this spring for the Tigers.

Kade Wede (2027, Harrisburg) with a 1-2-3 inning for #TeamMinnesota

Leaned on the slider. Attacked hitters.

FB: 87-88 T88.5
SL: 71-74
CT: 81@wedekade14 | #PBFG25 pic.twitter.com/48C1lb9GLR

— Prep Baseball Dakotas (@PBDakotas) July 24, 2025

Aiden Herner RHP / OF / Bismarck Century High School, ND / 2027

The two-way prospect out Bismarck, ND showed out consistantly last summer on the club circuit. Herner showed a fastball that crept into the mid-80s with easy + repeatable mechanics, Herner has also shown a refined swing with added strength based off his winter training this off season. Herner will be potent for the Century Patriots on the mound and in the lineup this upcoming high school season. 

From last night:

RHP Aiden Herner (Century, 2027) showing well in relief with an 83-84 mph fastball. Flashed a developing breaking ball.

Athletic 6-foot-2, 175-pound frame w/ room for added strength.@PBDakotas | #PBRatTheRock pic.twitter.com/4Cvz26S8TF

— Prep Baseball Scouting (@pbtscouting) June 28, 2025

Everett Salonen RHP / OF / Sioux Falls Jefferson High School, SD / 2027

As a 2025 Future Games participant, Jefferson’s right-hander showcased raw ability to throw and spin the ball. The broad shouldered arm lived in the upper-80s, mixed with a traditional slider and changeup that showcased 17 inches of run. With a full offseason of training, Salonen is on the cusp of making big strides in his game. Look out for Salonen on February 21st at the Preseason ID-South Dakota.

Kylan Pulkrabek OF / RHP / West Fargo Sheyenne High School, ND / 2027

Before becoming the 2025 North Dakota State Champion, Kylan Pulkrabek showed pure athleticism at the Preseason ID-North Dakota event. A 6.74 runner and a 90+ arm from the outfield Pulkrabek, has the tools to defend at a high level, while putting up high 90s exit velos. Will be a name to watch for the Mustangs this spring with his development over this offseason. 

Tucker Waddell SS / RHP / Stevens High School - 42, SD / 2028

Of the younger, more exciting follows in the Dakotas comes Waddell. A two-way player at the moment that shows ability offensively, defensively, and on the mound. An athletic build at 6-foot, 175-pounds, Waddell shows an above average arm, strength in the barrel, good speed, and a low to mid 80s fastball. A Super Sophomore participant, the young 2028 grad will be an interesting follow as he matures. 

Tucker Waddell (2028, 2B/RHP) gets to a high fastball and pounds it to the gap.

+ 85 MPH Infield Velocity
+ 86 MPH Fastball Velocity @tuckerwadd9699 | #CentralSSG pic.twitter.com/HTYYW9N0WJ

— Prep Baseball Minnesota (@PrepBaseballMN) August 3, 2025

Landon Zink OF / LHP / West Fargo Sheyenne High School, ND / 2027

Out of a loaded West Fargo Sheyenne Program, Landon Zink was a potent top of the order bat for the Mustangs all season long. Last summer, Landon showed off athleticism popping off a 6.78 run time and high-90s exit velos. Zink will be at the Preseason ID- South Dakota and will be a prospect to follow this spring and summer.