On Sunday, March 2nd, the Prep Baseball Illinois staff traveled to Rhino Baseball in Shorewood, IL to host the Joliet Preseason ID. This event was host to about 120 players from around the state, and gave our staff one final look at a number of talented prospects before the spring season kicked off.

Today, we are continuing our post-event rollout with a look at every single pitcher from the day, found below. 

For a look at the entire event page, click HERE.

Top Pitching Prospects 

1. Kellen Forsythe, Coal City High School (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-0, 153-pounds. Lean, projectable build with much more room to add.
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, athletic, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm swing, 3/4 slot.
FB: T86, 84-86 mph. Clean out of the hand with life through the zone, mostly straight actions, occasional run. T2245, 2180 average rpm.
CB: 69-72 mph. Vertical action, plays at the bottom of the zone. Flashes. T1881, 1829 average rpm.
SL: 69-72 mph. 10/4 action, lands. Flashes. T2048, 1957 average rpm.
CH: 77-78 mph. Plays with late fading action. Feel for the pitch. T1887, 1806 average rpm.

2. Robert Miller, Vernon Hills (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-0, 195-pounds.
Delivery: Stretch-only; medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm stroke, 3/4 slot.
FB: T88, 86-88 mph. Clean with life out of the hand, explodes, mostly straight with occasional run. T2350, 2249 average rpm.
CB: 73-76 mph. Short, tight vertical action, developing feel.  T2187, 2050 average rpm.
SL: 75-76 mph. Plays laterally, late action. Best of the off-speed. T2059, 1983 average rpm.
CH: 73-75 mph. Plays with sink at the bottom of the zone. T1580, 1520 average rpm.

3. Matthew Rogers, Plainfield South (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-2, 195-pounds. Athletic build with a high waist, room to add more strength, broad shoulders.
Delivery: Stretch-only; medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half, stays in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Short, quick arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T87, 84-87 mph. Life out of the hand, plays with carry. T2060, 1957 average rpm.
CB: 74-77 mph. Short vertical action, plays at the bottom of the zone, lands. T2027, 1936 average rpm.
CH: 80-81 mph. Mostly straight actions, feel for the zone. T1528, 1378 average rpm.

4. Jack Bullington, Marist High School (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 6-1, 183-pounds. Long limbs, plenty more room to physically develop, projects.
Delivery: Smooth tempo, side-steps with some pace into his windup, higher leg-lift into balance point, slight drop/drive, works in-line with a closed landing foot, athletic leg-swing finish.
Arm Action: RH. Longer arm swing, high ¾ slot, clean and loose.
FB: T81, 79-81 mph. Flashed above-average spin, showed arm-side run at times. T2351, 2189 average rpm.
SL: 68-72 mph. Quality offering, projects as potential out-pitch, sharp 10/4 bite with above-average spin, flashed ability to land in the zone. T2462, 2371 average rpm.
CH: 72-75 mph. Plays with slight arm-side run, developing feel. T1714, 1650 average rpm.

5. Liam Martin, Bradley-Bourbonnais (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-5, 215-pounds. Long-levered with strength present, still has room to add.
Delivery: Stretch only, medium and controlled leg-lift, works in-line with a tall/fall lower-half, holds some pre-bend in the back knee.
Arm Action: RH. Clean arm circle, high 3/4 release.
FB: T84, 81-84 mph. Mostly straight action with life through the zone. T1705, 1608 average rpm.
CB: 73-75 mph. Short 11/5 shape, could land around the zone. T2047, 1986 average rpm.
CH: 74-74 mph. Feel for under the zone, sells with arm-speed, some fade and dive.  T1130, 1039 average rpm.

6. Graydon Leonard, GCMS High School (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-1, 172-pounds. Wiry, athletic build with room to add strength.
Delivery: Easy and simple delivery, repeats, slightly up-tempo, medium balance point, tall/fall, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Medium arm circle out of the glove, high 3/4 release.
FB: T83, 82-83 mph. Easy out of the hand, some carry traits.  T1954, 1623 average rpm.
CB: 70-72 mph. Sharp 11/5 bite, developing control but flashed sharp action. T2314, 2119 average rpm.
CH: 77-78 mph. Clean out of the hand with feel, fading action.  T1548, 1516 average rpm.

7. Alex Arens, Glenbard North (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-3, 195-pounds. Some present strength in the lower-half, broad shoulders.
Delivery: High leg-lift, some deception, quick mover with some drop/drive, works in-line and gets down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Loose arm and lower 3/4 release, slings it.
FB: T85, 82-84 mph. Plays with heavy arm-side run and life, deceptive lower release. Sinker plays with hard arm-side run. T2148, 2110 average rpm.
SL: 69-73 mph. Shorter 10/4 shape with some feel around the zone. T1852, 1832 average rpm.
CH: 79-80 mph. Advanced feel for the zone, similar profile to the FB, hard fade to the arm-side.  T1814, 1760 average rpm.

8. Aidan Hack, Lakes (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-8, 145-pounds. Compact and athletic build with room to add.
Delivery: Controlled delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half, works across-body with a closed landing foot.
Arm Action: RH. Loose, compact, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 80-82 mph. 2S: Clean out of the hand with late life. Plays with run. Strikes. T2382, 2272 average rpm.
SL: 67-68 mph. Sharp horizontal action. Out-pitch potential. T2754, 2627 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. Plays with sink and fade. T1810, 1718 average rpm.

9. Anthony Couch, Marquette Academy (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 5-9, 188.8-pounds. Strong lower-half, durable.
Delivery: Strong and powerful, coils into a high leg-lift, slight drop/drive with some pre-bend in the back knee, works in-line,
Arm Action: RH. Long and loose arm swing, 3/4 release with arm-speed.
FB: T85, 83-85 mph. Explodes out of the hand with life and finish through the zone.  T1972, 1901 average rpm.
CB: 71-72 mph. Quality spin with 11/5 bite and depth, flashed strikes.  T2376, 2299 average rpm.
SL: 68-72 mph. Thrown with intent, above-average spin and action, depth with 10/4 shape.  T2606, 2535 average rpm.
CH: 75-75 mph. Hard diving action, sells with arm-speed.  T1784, 1750 average rpm.

10. Reid Hepperly, New Berlin (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-2, 192-pounds. Strong, durable frame.
Delivery: Controlled tempo, hands work in-sync with leg-lift, medium balance point, works in-line with a slight drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Medium arm-circle, 3/4 slot.
FB: T86, 83-86 mph. Some life out of the hand with finish through the zone, slight carry traits.  T2067, 2014 average rpm.
CB: 62-68 mph. Big over the top shape, gradual 11/5 action. T1839, 1695 average rpm.
CH: 75-78 mph. Clean out of the hand, fades to the arm-side. T1566, 1497 average rpm.

BEST OF THE REST (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY) 

Ty Bachman, Normal West (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-1, 165-pounds. Tons of room to project, long-levered and wiry.
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T76, 74-76 mph. Mostly straight actions, occasional sink. T2211, 2170 average rpm.
CB: 63-65 mph. Gradual action, 10/4 shape. T2317, 2237 average rpm.
SL: 63-66 mph. Short lateral action. Developing feel. T2218, 2146 average rpm.
CH: 67-69 mph. Plays with fade, developing feel. T1649, 1605 average rpm.

Brett Beerbower, Lakes Community (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/RHP
Body: 6-0, 206-pounds.
Delivery: Clean mover, simple and repeats, medium leg-lift with some pace, tall/fall lower-half, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Longer arm swing into a clean 3/4 release.
FB: T82, 81-82 mph. Clean out of the hand with some carry and life at the top of the zone.  T2178, 2088 average rpm.
CB: 69-70 mph. Thrown with intent, 11/5 shape, shorter action.  T2135, 1948 average rpm.
CH: 75-77 mph. Plays with straight action, slight run to the arm-side.  T1420, 1392 average rpm.

Matt Bullington, Marist (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 6-0, 150-pounds. Lean, athletic frame.
Delivery: Short, simple delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Longer draw out of the glove, quick, 3/4 slot.
FB: T74, 73-74 mph. Clean out of the hand, mostly straight, occasional run. T2223, 2182 average rpm.
CB: 62-63 mph. Big break, 11/5 shape, lands. T1840, 1674 average rpm.
CH: 68-69 mph. Plays with fade and sink. Developing feel for the zone. T1961, 1842 average rpm.

William Caddick, Mount Carmel (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-10, 205-pounds.
Delivery: Simple delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T75, 73-75 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays with sink, strikes. T1735, 1686 average rpm.
CB: 62-63 mph. Gradual vertical action, lands. Developing feel. T1980, 1935 average rpm.
CH: 68-69 mph. Plays with sink, plays at the bottom of the zone. T1268, 1192 average rpm.

Nicholas Cimino, Neuqua Valley (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 5-11, 155-pounds. Plenty of room to add more strength, high-waisted.
Delivery: Stretch only, high leg-lift into balance point, slight drop/drive, holds some pre-bend in the back knee down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm in the back, 3/4 window,
FB: T76, 73-76 mph. Mostly straight action with feel for the zone. T2366, 2177 average rpm.
CB: 63-66 mph. Horizontal break at times, could land in the zone.  T2182, 2151 average rpm.
CUT: 66-69 mph. Short lateral break with some feel around the zone.
SPLT: 71-73 mph. Heavy arm-side run. 

Parker Danielson, Hononegah (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-0, 152-pounds. Compact, athletic build, room to add more strength.
Delivery: Athletic mover, tucked leg-lift into a medium balance point, works slightly across body, athletic finish.
Arm Action: RH. Longer arm circle, 3/4 release.
FB: T84, 82-83 mph. Fastball has life with running action.  T2194, 2073 average rpm.
CB: 78-80 mph. Firm, short downer shape, out-pitch when shows depth.  T2425, 2250 average rpm.
CH: 77-78 mph. Thrown with intent, flashed fade. T1792, 1746 average rpm.

Cody Ganther, Morrisonville  (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: LHP/1B
Body: 6-2, 169-pounds. Projectable, long-levered with much more strength to come.
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, medium leg kick into slightly coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: LH. Medium arm circle, 3/4 slot.
FB: T77, 74-77 mph. Clean out of the hand with some deception, mostly straight.  T2132, 2013 average rpm.
CB: 65-67 mph. Hard vertical action, developing feel. T1905, 1778 average rpm.
SL: 65-67 mph. Short, vertical action. Lands.  T1937, 1808 average rpm.

David des Garennes, Plainfield Central (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/1B
Body: 6-2, 225-pounds. Broad shoulders, present strength.
Delivery: Stretch only, medium leg-lift, simple, tall/fall lower-half, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing into a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T74, 72-74 mph. Creates some tilt, carry traits.  T1792, 1656 average rpm.
CB: 60-62 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape.  T1753, 1685 average rpm.
SPLT: 62-65 mph. Gradual downer shape, kills spin. 

Lucas Farabaugh, Ottawa Township (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: 3B/C
Body: 5-10, 152-pounds. Skinny and projectable with room to add more strength.
Delivery: Stretch only, controlled leg-lift into a higher balance point, clean drop/drive lower-half, works in-line with a square finish.
Arm Action: RH. Clean arm, creates some layback, medium/compact circle, high 3/4 release.
FB: T76, 75-76 mph. Carry traits through the zone. T1975, 1938 average rpm.
CB: 64-67 mph. Short over the top break, 11/5.  T1953, 1887 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. Flashed heavy arm-side run, feel for the zone.  T1665, 1639 average rpm.

Aiden Fitzgerald, Bradley-Bourbonnais (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-7, 150-pounds. High waist, lean build.
Delivery: Stretch-only; higher leg kick into slightly coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: LH. Compact, 3/4 slot.
FB: T75, 73-75 mph. Plays with run. T1889, 1824 average rpm.
CB: 60-63 mph. Gradual 12/6 action, lands. T2220, 2176 average rpm.
CH: 66-68 mph. Mostly straight actions, developing feel. T1367, 1268 average rpm.

Gavin Geegan, Yorkville (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: 3B
Body: 5-8, 195-pounds. Broad shoulders with strength present in the lower-half.
Delivery: Controlled tempo, medium and simple leg-lift, drop/drive lower-half, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Longer arm action, uninterrupted circle, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T78, 77-78 mph. Straight four-seam action with carry traits.  T2102, 2061 average rpm.
CB: 67-68 mph. Flashed sharp action with depth, 11/5 shape, feel for it.  T1573, 1401 average rpm.

Ty Gleason, St. Charles North (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: C/SS
Body: 5-10, 155-pounds. Skinny, much more room to add, long-levered.
Delivery: Stretch-only; higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T81, 80-81 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays with carry. T1928, 1829 average rpm.
SL: 68-70 mph. Short horizontal action, lands. T1930, 1844 average rpm.
CH: 71-73 mph. Plays with fade, developing feel for the zone. T1689, 1665 average rpm.

Matt Johansen, Lincoln-Way Central (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 5-9, 150-pounds. Athletic and proportionate build.
Delivery: Controlled leg-lift into balance point, slight drop/drive, works in-line with some tempo.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing, uninterrupted, high ¾ slot.
FB: T75, 74-75 mph. Mostly straight actions through the zone.  T1844, 1713 average rpm.
CB: 66-68 mph. Downer 11/5 shape. T1818, 1599 average rpm.
CH: 68-68 mph. Similar action to the FB, clean out of the hand.  T1452, 1353 average rpm.

Aaron Katz, Hinsdale Central (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/1B
Body: 6-2, 194-pounds. Proportionate frame with room to add more strength.
Delivery: Loose and long-levered, stretch only, some deception, works in-line, some drop/drive in the lower-half, lands with a closed toe.
Arm Action: RH. Long and loose arm swing, 3/4 release.
FB: T81, 80-81 mph. Plays with life and jump out of the hand with extension.  T1883, 1801 average rpm.
CB: 64-67 mph. Sharp 11/5 bite with some depth, some feel to glove side.  T2075, 2042 average rpm.
SL: 66-69 mph. Sweeper type with sharp action.  T1884, 1852 average rpm.
CH: 70-73 mph. Quality offering, hard run to the arm-side.  T1454, 1374 average rpm.

Johnny Kellams, Evanston (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 5-8, 163-pounds. Proportionate frame with more strength to come.
Delivery: Clean, athletic mover, high leg-lift into a coil, drop/drive, holds some bend in the back knee down the mound, works in-line,
Arm Action: RH. Quick arm, high 3/4 slot, medium circle out of the glove, clean.
FB: T84, 82-84 mph. Mostly straight out of the hand with some feel for the zone. T2270, 2106 average rpm.
CB: 71-71 mph. Sharp 10/4 break with sweeping at times action, out-pitch potential, depth. T2499, 2406 average rpm.
CH: 70-72 mph. Clean out of the hand, fades naturally to the arm-side. T1383, 1318 average rpm.

Aaron (AJ) Knizner, Oswego (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-2, 165-pounds. Projectable, high-waisted frame, much more fill to come.
Delivery: Big rocker step, medium leg kick into coiled balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, releases by ear.
FB: T81, 78-80 mph. 2S: Plays mostly straight. SNK: Plays with slight sink, has feel for the bottom of the zone. T1799, 1742 average rpm.
CB: 66-68 mph. Gradual action, lands. T1885, 1816 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. Cuts, feel for the bottom of the zone. T1282, 1236 average rpm.

Ryan Koven, Yorkville (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 5-11, 168-pounds. Athletic build, high waist with room to add more strength.
Delivery: High leg-lift into a coil, gets into his lower-half and utilizes a drop/drive operation, stays in-line.
Arm Action: LH. Long, loose arm swing, high ¾ slot.
FB: T80, 79-80 mph. Carry traits through the zone, developing feel. T2055, 1997 average rpm.
SL: 61-64 mph. 1/7 shape with depth at times.  T2007, 1770 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. Similar out of the hand to the FB, slight fading action. T1661, 1574 average rpm.

Cade Laudeman, Morris Community (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-2, 200-pounds. Strong-bodied, durable with strength in the lower-half.
Delivery: Simple controlled delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T78, 73-76 mph. Plays straight. T1877, 1752 average rpm.
CB: 63-66 mph. Gradual action, lands. T1792, 1698 average rpm.
CH: 65-68 mph. Plays mostly straight, occasional sink. T1584, 1499 average rpm.

Beau Li, Barrington (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 187-pounds. Proportionate build with room to add strength.
Delivery: Stretch-only; medium leg kick into balance point, holds leg at the top, tall/fall lower-half, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm swing, 3/4 slot.
FB: T81, 78-80 mph. Plays with sink. T1754, 1628 average rpm.
CB: 59-64 mph. Gradual vertical action, 11/5 shape.  T1895, 1737 average rpm.
SL: 64-68 mph. Gradual action. Developing. T1919, 1843 average rpm.
CH: 69-71 mph. Plays with sink. Heavy at times. T1348, 1294 average rpm.

Juan Loera, Lockport (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 161-pounds. Round shoulders with strength present in the lower-half.
Delivery: Stretch-only; medium leg kick into coiled balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T75, 74-75 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays straight. T1580, 1522 average rpm.
CB: 64-65 mph. Gradual vertical action, lands. T1732, 1606 average rpm.
SL: 67-68 mph. Plays more laterally, developing action/feel. T1776, 1559 average rpm.
CH: 68-69 mph. Plays with sink, maintains armspeed. Best of the offspeed. T1555, 1475 average rpm.

Gavin Lustig, Oswego (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 190-pounds. Developed lower-half with strength present, proportionate.
Delivery: Hybrid delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short draw out of the glove, 3/4 slot.
FB: T78, 71-76 mph. Plays with run and sink. T1881, 1798 average rpm.
CB: 66-68 mph. Plays more laterally, 10/4 shape, strikes. T2083, 2025 average rpm.
CH: 67-70 mph. Plays with fade and sink. T1350, 1236 average rpm.

Koen Lynes, Joliet Catholic Academy (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11, 151-pounds. Trim and athletic build, plenty of room to add strength.
Delivery: Simple delivery, medium leg kick into coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Medium arm circle, 3/4 slot.
FB: T82, 80-81 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays straight with occasional run.  T2019, 1909 average rpm.
CB: 64-66 mph. Inconsistent break, 11/5 shape. T1956, 1932 average rpm.
CH: 71-72 mph. Plays with sink and fade. Best offspeed pitch. T1975, 1919 average rpm.

Logan Mackin, Minooka (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 225-pounds. Durable build with present strength throughout.
Delivery: Powerful delivery, some intent throughout, higher leg-lift with a swing into balance point, works slightly across the body.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing into a 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 79-83 mph. Heavy, finish through the zone.  T1927, 1820 average rpm.
CB: 67-69 mph. 11/5 shape with some depth.  T1657, 1553 average rpm.
CH: 70-73 mph. Sells with arm-speed, flashed late dive. T1160, 1103 average rpm. 

Colton Miller, Wheaton Academy (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-1, 190-pounds. Proportionate build, broad shoulders, room to add more strength.
Delivery: Simple delivery, medium leg kick into coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 80-82 mph. 2S: Clean out of the hand, occasional arm-side run. T1802, 1707 average rpm.
CB: 67-68 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape, plays at the bottom of the zone. T2133, 2040 average rpm.
SL: 65-70 mph. Plays laterally, 10/4 shape. T2102, 2034 average rpm.
CH: 71-72 mph. Mostly straight actions, developing. T1912, 1874 average rpm.

Kamden Muell, Yorkville (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-2, 157-pounds. Lean and wiry, plenty more to project on.
Delivery: Loose and easy mover, whippy levers, tall/fall, stays in-line, creates some tilt through the zone.
Arm Action: RH. Clean and quick arm. Medium circle out of the glove, high ¾ slot.
FB: T80, 76-80 mph. Life out of the hand and through the zone.  T1738, 1688 average rpm.
SL: 65-68 mph. Feel for the zone, some lateral bite.  T1749, 1705 average rpm.
CH: 69-72 mph. Flashed strikes, plays with arm-side life. T1542, 1446 average rpm.. 

Nathan Napolitano, Waubonsie Valley (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-0, 184-pounds. High-waisted, projectable, lean with more room to add.
Delivery: Stretch only, simple and easy delivery, high leg-lift into balance point, tall/fall, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Medium arm circle in the back, 3/4 window.
FB: T74, 71-74 mph. Mostly straight four-seam action. Showed some arm-side run at times. T1894, 1829 average rpm.
CB: 62-63 mph. 11/5 shape, big-breaking action.  T1253, 1071 average rpm.
CH: 66-66 mph. Showed run to the arm-side.  T1960, 1866 average rpm.

Gavin Newbern, St. Rita  (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: LHP/1B
Body: 6-0, 165-pounds. Proportionate build, room to add more strength in the lower-half, broad shoulders.
Delivery: Controlled, simple delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: LH. Long, loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 75-78 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays with run. Strikes. T1908, 1753 average rpm.
CB: 65-68 mph. Gradual, vertical action.  T1973, 1933 average rpm.
CH: 69-71 mph. Mostly straight actions, flashes sink. Developing. T1767, 1612 average rpm.

Kaden OLeary, Lockport (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0, 150-pounds. Wiry, high-waisted, plenty of room to add more strength.
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, medium leg kick into slightly coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Medium arm circle, low 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 73-78 mph. Plays with run, has some deception to it. T2012, 1802 average rpm.
SL: 65-66 mph. Plays more vertically, 11/5 shape, lands. T2007, 1920 average rpm.
CH: 73-75 mph. Plays with sink and fade.  T1809, 1666 average rpm.

Josiah Patterson, Kenwood Academy (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-9, 171-pounds. Broad shoulders, developed lower-half with strength.
Delivery: Controlled delivery, medium leg kick with coil, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Loose, compact arm swing, 3/4 slot.
FB: T81, 79-81 mph. Clean out of the hand, mostly straight actions. T1918, 1894 average rpm.
CB: 72-74 mph. Inconsistent shape, developing feel. T2204, 2146 average rpm.
SL: 73-74 mph. Short lateral action, lands.  T2115, 2047 average rpm.
CH: 74-75 mph. Plays with sink, controls it, best of the offspeed. T1804, 1710 average rpm.

Anthony Perez, Reavis (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: 3B/2B
Body: 5-7, 190-pounds.
Delivery: Controlled and deliberate tempo, medium and repeatable leg-lift into balance point, clean mover, slight drop/drive down the mound, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Longer and clean arm swing into a 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 77-78 mph. Plays with mostly straight action, flashed strikes.  T1811, 1755 average rpm.
CB: 61-63 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape with depth, some feel for the zone.  T2445, 2345 average rpm.
SL: 66-69 mph. Thrown with intent, shorter and late 10/4 action.  T2258, 2212 average rpm.
SPLT: 65-67 mph. Effectively kills spin, sells with arm-speed, quality pitch. 

Caleb Prendergast, Evanston (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11, 160-pounds. Athletic and trim build with room to add more strength.
Delivery: Short rocker step, simple delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T81, 77-80 mph. Clean out of the hand, mostly straight with occasional run. T2161, 2042 average rpm.
SL: 67-68 mph. Short break, plays more vertically. Lands.  T2153, 2105 average rpm.
CH: 71-74 mph. Plays with heavy fade, sink. T1986, 1909 average rpm.

Jacob Prosise, Joliet West (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: 1B/LHP
Body: 6-1, 170-pounds. Lean with upside, room to add strength.
Delivery: Simple delivery, stretch only, controlled leg-lift, holds pre-bend in the back knee down the mound, works in-line, clean operation.
Arm Action: LH. Medium arm circle, clean arm, high ¾ release.
FB: T78, 77-78 mph. Clean out of the hand, slight carry traits.  T1700, 1623 average rpm.
CB: 66-68 mph. Plays with some horizontal sweep, maintains arm-speed. T1958, 1879 average rpm.
SL: 66-69 mph. Flashed feel for the zone, 2/8 shape with sharp action at times. T2032, 1966 average rpm.

Payton Ptak, York (IL), 2025
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-9, 153-pounds. Proportionate with room to add more strength.
Delivery: Big rocker step, small leg kick into coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T77, 75-77 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays straight with occasional sink. Some spin-feel. T2358, 2311 average rpm.
CB: 70-71 mph. Tight, hard break, feel to spin, 11/5 shape. T2513, 2434 average rpm.
CH: 75-76 mph. Plays with sink and fade, feel for the bottom of the zone.  T1829, 1753 average rpm. 

Giovanni (Gio) Rangel, Fenwick  (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 5-8, 143-pounds. Proportionate frame, wide shoulders with room to add strength.
Delivery: Stretch only, coils and gets into his legs, leads with his front hip while working in-line, lands toe closed.
Arm Action: LH. Clean arm, quick out front, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T76, 73-76 mph. Plays with carry and true backspin. Carry traits through the zone, straight actions. T1953, 1858 average rpm.
CB: 63-65 mph. 11/5 shape, flashed feel.  T2016, 1960 average rpm.
SL: 65-66 mph. More lateral shape, 10/4 break.  T2071, 2045 average rpm.
CH: 65-68 mph. Straight actions out of the hand and through the zone.  T1303, 1241 average rpm.

Max Rathbun, Joliet Catholic (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/1B
Body: 6-3, 215-pounds. Durable lower-half with some present strength.
Delivery: Clean mover, high leg-lift into a coiled balance point, slight drop/drive down the mound, works in-line, square finish.
Arm Action: RH. Hides it well on the backside, high 3/4 release.
FB: T80, 79-80 mph. Life and plays heavy through the zone. T1853, 1751 average rpm.
CB: 68-69 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape, short bite, can land for strikes. T2056, 1995 average rpm.
SL: 70-70 mph. Sharper action than the CB, flashed depth off a 10/4 plane, strikes.  T2102, 2035 average rpm.
CH: 73-74 mph. Showed heavy arm-side action, flashed feel for the zone.  T1753, 1672 average rpm. 

Kyle Rodak, Minooka (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-0, 170-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame.
Delivery: Deliberate tempo, shorter leg-lift, drop/drive lower-half, works in-line, lands square.
Arm Action: RH. Longer arm swing, high 3/4 slot, clean.
FB: T83, 81-83 mph. Plays with tilt and carry through the zone, feel for strikes.  T2045, 1984 average rpm.
CB: 66-67 mph. Sharp biting action on the CB, tight, 11/5 shape, late.  T1792, 1751 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. Flashed ability to land in the zone, plays with running action to the arm-side. T1858, 1709 average rpm. 

Camden Rujawitz, Minooka (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 5-11, 200-pounds. Present strength, round and broad shoulders with strength in the lower-half.
Delivery: Simple/controlled delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, over the top slot.
FB: T83, 81-83 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays with carry.  T2188, 2118 average rpm.
CB: 67-72 mph. 12/6 action, lands. T2273, 2205 average rpm.
SL: 70-72 mph. Short 11/5 bite, lands. T2175, 2084 average rpm.
CH: 73-74 mph. Late cut, has feel for the zone. T1190, 1136 average rpm.

Tyler Scott, Waubonsie Valley (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-10, 142-pounds. High waist, skinny with room to add more strength.
Delivery: Stretch-only; medium leg kick into coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Longer draw out of the glove, 3/4 slot.
FB: T80, 78-80 mph. Clean out of the hand, straight actions. T1772, 1658 average rpm.
CB: 63-65 mph. Gradual, 11/5 break. T1533, 1351 average rpm.

Grant Seppelfrick, Oswego East (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-8, 222-pounds.
Delivery: Stretch only, powerful delivery with force down the mound, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Clean arm, medium circle, 3/4 release.
FB: T81, 79-81 mph. Plays with life and finish through the zone, carry traits.  T1959, 1858 average rpm.
CB: 70-72 mph. Flashed sharp action, 11/5 shape and depth. T2175, 2159 average rpm.
CH: 71-74 mph. Shows hard run at times, some feel down.  T1628, 1561 average rpm.

Nick Stowasser, Crystal Lake South (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-2, 175-pounds. More fill to come in the frame, long-levered.
Delivery: Easy tempo and delivery, slight cross-fire delivery with deception, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. clean and loose arm, 3/4 window.
FB: T80, 79-80 mph. Easy out of the hand with some tilt.  T1944, 1808 average rpm.
CB: 72-74 mph. Short 11/5 shape, developing feel.  T2229, 2141 average rpm.
CH: 74-75 mph. Developing feel, straight action.  T1936, 1723 average rpm.

Alex Syska, Plainfield Central (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-11, 172-pounds. Athletic build, round shoulders with some strength in the lower-half.
Delivery: Side steps into his windup, controlled leg-lift with a coil into balance point, moves quickly downhill, slight drop/drive, explosive and stays in-line, athletic leg-swing finish.
Arm Action: RH. Longer arm swing, quick and full circle, ¾ slot.
FB: T82, 80-81 mph. Plays with natural run to the arm-side, flashed strikes. Sinker shows more arm-side life than the 4S, averaging 14” of HM. T1672, 1463 average rpm.
CB: 71-72 mph. 11/5 shape, short action, flashed strikes. T1226, 1226 average rpm.
SL: 69-72 mph. More lateral shape and 10/4 bite, feel for the zone. T1479, 1407 average rpm.
CH: 74-76 mph. Plays with heavy arm-side action. T1135, 1073 average rpm.

Trevor Tinsley, South Elgin (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 5-11, 172-pounds. Proportionate frame, wide shoulders with more room to add.
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, medium leg kick into coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Loose, athletic arm swing, 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 78-79 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays straight. T1879, 1743 average rpm.
SL: 67-69 mph. Gradual 10/4 shape, lands.  T2188, 2145 average rpm.
CH: 71-73 mph. Plays with sink, has feel for the zone.  T1128, 1079 average rpm.
CUT: 70-72 mph. Flashes feel for the pitch, gradual action. Sinks at times.

Anthony Trevino, Minooka (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 5-8, 138-pounds. Skinny and proportionate, room to add strength, long legs.
Delivery: stretch-only; medium leg kick into slightly coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: LH. Compact, quick, 3/4 slot. Some looseness.
FB: T78, 76-78 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays with run and carry. T1843, 1742 average rpm.
CB: 65-67 mph. Short, tight, 1/7 shape. Strike feel, plays at the bottom of the zone. T2236, 2151 average rpm.
CH: 71-73 mph. Plays with fade, developing feel.  T1365, 1297 average rpm. 

Jay Turnbull, St Ignatius (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-0, 187-pounds. Broad shoulders with present strength, still holds some room to add.
Delivery: Shorter leg-lift, slight crouch into balance point, drop/drive lower-half, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Long reach in the back out of the glove, lower 3/4 window.
FB: T79, 77-79 mph. Showed heavy run to the arm-side. T1900, 1824 average rpm.
SL: 71-73 mph. Short lateral break. Flashed strikes. T2136, 2085 average rpm.
CH: 71-72 mph. Feel for the zone with heavy arm-side fade at times.  T1538, 1494 average rpm.

Colin White, Brooks College Prep Academy HS (IL), 2027
Positional Profile: C/RHP
Body: 5-10, 145-pounds. High-waisted, plenty of room to add more strength in the coming years.
Delivery: Simple/controlled mover, medium leg kick into balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm stroke, over the top slot, clean arm.
FB: T76, 75-76 mph. Flashed some tilt through the zone and carry. T2373, 2235 average rpm.
SL: 63-64 mph. Depth with 11/5 shape, flashed strikes. T2227, 2176 average rpm.
CH: 69-72 mph. Sells with arm-speed, fades to the arm-side. T1985, 1828 average rpm.

Koyie Williams, Monticello (IL), 2026
Positional Profile: RHP/2B
Body: 5-10, 160-pounds. Strength present in the lower-half, round shoulders.
Delivery: Stretch only, closed off start with staggered feet, medium leg-lift, drop/drive lower-half with some intent down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Whippy arm, 3/4 release.
FB: T80, 76-80 mph. Finish through the zone with arm-side life. T2067, 1942 average rpm.
CB: 68-70 mph. Sharp downer shape, out-pitch potential, feel down.  T2533, 2496 average rpm.
SL: 71-73 mph. Shorter shape than the CB, more 10/4 with late bite.  T2511, 2361 average rpm.
CH: 72-73 mph. Thrown with intent, showed fading action to the arm-side.  T1945, 1835 average rpm.

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