2025 Prep Baseball Iowa Spring League: Scout Blog

Noah Davies C / OF / Boone High School, IA / 2026

Davies has shown as much firepower as anyone in the league. The DMACC commit launched his third #IABombSquad💣 in as many weeks. While some balls had been wind aided, Davies’ hit his into the teeth of the wind. He’s toned down some of the extra hand load movements he showed in the past and, this year, week after week he’s been driving the ball hard. 

Garrett Luett SS / 3B / Underwood, IA / 2026

Luett might be one of the most overall dynamic athletes on the field at any given time but also looks like someone who can continue to increase his stock in college. The Iowa commit has a smooth stroke from the left-side, staying behind this ball to drive in a pair. 

Aidan Vens RHP / OF / Des Moines Roosevelt, IA / 2026

The right-hander was up to 89 on the mound with multiple effective breaking balls. Athletic mover with a frame that has room to add as he matures.  

Braylon Bingham OF / RHP / Pleasantville, IA / 2027

The two-way showed a fastball that was reaching up to 88 with some late movement as well as a snappy breaking ball that got him some swing-and-miss. The six-foot-two sophomore also added multiple hits on the day as well. Currently ranked 7th in his class. 

Jonathan Carrasco SS / 3B / Ankeny Centennial High School, IA / 2026

Carrasco came into the Spring League with a new set of mechanics and it may have taken him a few weeks to get used to the new movements in a live setting. In recent games, he’s been squaring baseballs to all fields. In showcase settings, his max exit velocity has jumped this year from 93 at the Future Games to 101 at the Preseason All-State in March. He’s a 6.7 runner with a strong arm (90 MPH) in the infield. Certainly a name coaches should circle back on.

Matt Meeker OF / 1B / Waukee High School, IA / 2027

If it feels like we haven’t talked about Matt Meeker in this space this year, it’s because we haven’t – which is a weird thing to say about the top ranked player in his class. That’s partly because we could dedicate an entire article to his performances because there is so much to like about Meeker, whether it’s his physicality or the above average tools. For someone with the plate coverage that he has, he has also shown tons of patience too: This past week he collected four walks and drove one of the only pitches he saw in the zone for a hard single. 

Taitn Gray OF / C / Dallas Center-Grimes, IA / 2025

Gray’s draft stock has been steadily rising since his Super 60 performance, but we’re only now starting to see him in competitive settings. Prep Baseball Draft HQ had him ranked No. 110 on its March draft board. That was before scouts got a chance to evaluate him in-game—and before Jack Bauer (ranked 128th) went massively viral for hitting 102 at LakePoint earlier this month.

A small army of scouts have been camped out in Grimes, eager to watch Gray go up against top arms. After a weather-delayed start to the season, Sunday finally delivered the opportunity.

Gray started the day at his high school, taking on-field BP for MLB scouts. One scout described it as “a very impressive round for a high schooler.” Later, he returned to GrimesPlex for 3T’s second game of the day and absolutely crushed a 3-2 fastball in the low 90s—launching it over the center field fence from the left side.

The big question scouts are asking: can he stick behind the plate? The bat should play at most positions, but catching adds significant value. Gray has the size and athleticism to handle a corner outfield spot or first base if necessary. Teams will also weigh his high ceiling against his limited exposure to top-tier competition—especially compared to players from warmer states. And with a commitment to Oregon and its strong NIL infrastructure, buying him out of college won’t come cheap.

Brooks McCarty LHP / OF / MOC-Floyd Valley High School, IA / 2026

The lefty sat 85–86 mph on Sunday, topping out at 87. Back in February at the Upper Midwest ProCase, he touched 90.1. McCarty has a mature feel for a three-pitch mix and tunnels a tight breaking ball well off his fastball.

Cole Moore RHP / C / Van Meter , IA / 2025

Moore recorded his top velocity of the Spring League this past week, touching 93. He’s got a short, compact arm stroke that hides the ball well and makes it jump on hitters. His slider, sitting in the mid-to-upper 80s, has sharp late break and gets swings and misses. Repeatable mechanics round out the profile.

Jax Theeler 1B / OF / East High School, IA / 2025

In terms of raw power, Theeler stacks up with anyone in the state. His 10 home runs for Sioux City East last season ranked second among all juniors. On Sunday, he lived up to the billing—crushing a pitch to dead center.

Tate Slagle SS / RHP / Algona High School, IA / 2025

Slagle is an intriguing athlete with versatility—he moves well in the infield, receives behind the plate, and has a cannon for an arm. But his future might be brightest on the mound.

He’s been flying a bit under the radar, but that may change soon.

On Sunday, while most eyes were on Cole Moore and Taitn Gray, Slagle went out and filled the zone. He worked both sides of the plate with a fastball up to 93 mph and tunneled a sharp slider off it, making for a tough look. He’s a fluid mover with a fast arm—traits that should attract more attention heading into the summer. Just ask Shooter Hunt, who recently named Slagle to his “Dandy Dozen Sleepers” for the 2025 draft.

Ethan Erickson 1B / RHP / BISHOP HEELAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL, IA / 2025

One of the top uncommitted corner infielders in the 2025 class wasted no time—blasting the first pitch he saw over the center field wall to start his day.

Dane Gosselink LHP / 1B / West Des Moines Valley, IA / 2026

Iowa’s top uncommitted left-hander had been quiet early in the spring league. He’d shown pitchability, but velo had mostly topped out at 87. On Sunday, he took a big step forward—sitting 87–89 and bumping 92 twice. With his frame, clean arm, and ability to pitch, the added velocity is a major development.

Stetson Kane OF / RHP / Ballard , IA / 2026

Kane tallied multiple hits across two games this week. He hits from a wide base with a simple hand-trigger swing. At the Iowa Preseason All-State, he posted standout metrics: 6.89 60-yard, 92 mph from the OF, and a 95.2 mph max exit velocity. He’ll need to add weight to his frame, but the tools are there and trending up.

Noah Davies C / OF / Boone High School, IA / 2026

Davies continues to prove he's one of Iowa’s most intriguing bats. Earlier in the day, he crushed a no-doubt home run to center as part of the #IABombSquad💣, and followed it up with a hard-hit, deep single. Featuring above-average pop with a mid/pull-side approach and natural loft, Davies combines a confident presence with easy, repeatable mechanics that allow his power to play consistently in-game.

Bryce Pauly 3B / 2B / Davenport North, IA / 2026

Pauly, ranked No. 3 in Iowa and No. 183 nationally, continues to impress on both sides of the ball. On the mound, he sat 88–90 mph and touched 91, pairing it with a sharp 73–74 mph slider and an 80 mph changeup. Although he projects as a position player long-term, his ability to hop on the mound and command the zone with premium stuff adds to his two-way value. With elite hand speed and a whippy swing, Pauly remains one of the most dynamic athletes in the region.

Ryan Stedman RHP / SS / West Des Moines Valley, IA / 2026

Stedman showed why he's one of the most electric arms in the Midwest. The projectable right-hander reached 95 mph with seemingly effortless velocity, hinting at even more to come as he continues to mature. With his lean frame and smooth mechanics, it's easy to envision him as a high-priority follow moving forward.

Tatem Telfer LHP / 1B / Mid-Prairie High School, IA / 2025

Telfer continues to gain momentum this spring, running his fastball up to 92 mph on Sunday. The left-hander creates uncomfortable at-bats with his angle and presence on the mound, particularly when his breaking ball is on. As his velo trends up with the weather, Telfer is one to keep a close eye on.

Erik Anderson RHP / C / Ames, IA / 2026

We saw Anderson at the 3T’s Scout Day in August 2024, where he topped out at 82.2 mph. After an offseason of development, the uncommitted right-hander showed noticeable progress, sitting 85–86 mph and touching 87 on Sunday—a significant jump in velocity.

Brandon Bea OF / RHP / Davenport North , IA / 2026

The top-ranked uncommitted 2026 in Iowa and a Future Games alum, Bea continues to impress. He displays compact strength and above-average line drive pop, consistently delivering hard barrels to the middle and pull side. With advanced rotation and efficient mechanics, Bea shows an ability to produce high-quality contact. In the video below, he rips a single down the third base line—another example of his elite bat-to-ball skills.

Braylon Bingham OF / RHP / Pleasantville, IA / 2027

Bingham, a multi-sport athlete, is an intriguing presence on the mound with a long, high-waisted frame and fluid athleticism. Working exclusively from the stretch, he sat 86–88 mph with a fastball that flashed occasional run and sink. His hard-breaking ball (78–82 mph) tunneled well off the heater, keeping hitters guessing. He also mixed in a firm knuckleball that drew awkward swings, showcasing unique pitchability well beyond his years.

Kason Clayborne OF / 3B / Sioux City East, IA / 2027

Claybourne turned heads at the Preseason All-State with a 102.4 mph max exit velocity and continued to show why he's a rising star. On Sunday, he joined the #IABombSquad💣, launching a home run with effortless opposite-field power. Defensively, he displayed solid arm strength (82 mph across the infield) and ran a 7.13 60-yard dash, adding to his well-rounded profile.

Brody McInville SS / RHP / Urbandale, IA / 2026

A versatile athlete and standout performer from the Iowa Preseason All-State, McInville continued to show that his tools play in game settings. The uncommitted 2026 drove a pitch into the gap for an RBI triple, flashing his bat speed and gap-to-gap ability.

Will Morris RHP / C / Ankeny Centennial , IA / 2026

Morris, one of the top uncommitted arms in Iowa's 2026 class, continues to trend up. With a fastball sitting 84–86 mph and topping at 87, he works downhill with an over-the-top arm slot. His 12/6 curveball (72–74 mph) showed promising shape and depth. With moderate effort in his delivery and room for added strength, there's projection left in the tank.

Jack Wedemeier 3B / RHP / Waverly-Shell Rock Senior, IA / 2026

Ranked No. 60 in Iowa’s 2026 class, Wedemeier showed a compact arm action and ran his fastball up to 87 mph. The pitch worked downhill effectively, complemented by a crisp slider that he confidently doubled up on throughout his outing. His ability to get to his toe early on the backside suggests there may be more velocity in the tank with continued refinement of his movement patterns. As a sophomore last summer, he led the Go-Hawks staff with a 7–3 record and 53 strikeouts over 53 innings.