On Wednesday, April 9th, the Prep Baseball Illinois staff traveled to The Max in McCook, Illinois to host the McCook Rising Stars ID. This event served as an open identifier into the state's 2029 and 2030 graduates, providing our staff an early look at the area's top players as they continue to progress as prospects.

These early Rising Stars events also serve as key identifiers for future invite-only events, including the Prep Baseball Junior Future Games.

Today we take a look at all of the scouting reports from the event:

ALL PROSPECTS (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY)

Andrew Alex, Barrington (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: 3B
Body: 5-4, 135 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide base, longer stride, toe-tap. Longer, flat path, works to keep the ball on a line.
Power: 85 mph max exit velocity (75.4 avg.); 270-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 70 mph. Long arm action, over-the-top slot.
Defense: Easy actions, plays low to the ground, gains ground through release.
Athletic Testing: 8.23 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple, segmented delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T71, 69-71 mph. Clean out of the hand, straight actions. T1991, 1898 average rpm.
CB: 59-62 mph. Gradual, 11/5 shape, lands. T2128, 2066 average rpm.
CH: 65-68 mph. Firm, plays with fade. T1391, 1308 average rpm.

Vicente Amaro, De La Salle (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-7, 140 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide base, slightly open, minimal stride. Athletic hands, longer swing.
Power: 85 mph max exit velocity (79.3 avg.); 269-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Active feet, sure-handed and played with body control on the move.
Athletic Testing: 7.41 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action.
FB: T83, 81-83 mph. Clean out of the hand with life and carry. T2207, 2104 average rpm.
SL: 71-72 mph. Short, sharp 10/4 shape. T2061, 2003 average rpm.
CH: 76-78 mph. Firm out of the hand, mostly straight actions. T1803, 1586 average rpm.

Shane Berks, Stevenson high School (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 5-4, 180 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Wide base, low hands, simple setup. Works to stay on top of the baseball, compact path and finish, balanced.
Power: 75 mph max exit velocity (64.5 avg.); 238-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 61 mph. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: 2.43-2.47 pop time range; Clean actions, active feet, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 8.66 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Chase Boykin, Marian Catholic (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-8, 150 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, minimal stride that works toward the ball. Easy, flat path with some whip in the hands, gets extension through the baseball, direct hands, athletic.
Power: 84 mph max exit velocity (79.2 avg.); 274-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 71 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic actions, plays low to the ground, soft hands and clean release.
Athletic Testing: 6.90 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Knox Breitzke, Lincoln-Way East (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-8, 139 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Wide base, minimal stride. Static hands, longer swing, flashed flat path.
Power: 80 mph max exit velocity (72.8 avg.); 215-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 76 mph. Full arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Gets behind the baseball, clean transfer and plays on-line.
Athletic Testing: 7.02 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Ernesto Cabrales, Marian Catholic (IL), 2030 |
Positional Profile: RHP
Body: 5-6, 115-pounds.
Delivery: Simple, repeatable delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T66, 63-65 mph. Clean out of the hand, mostly straight actions, strikes. T1639, 1575 average rpm.
CB: 56-58 mph. Gradual 12/6 action, plays at the bottom of the zone. T1518, 1444 average rpm.
CH: 58-60 mph. Plays with fading action, has out-pitch potential. T1608, 1492 average rpm.

Chase Carithers, Nazareth Academy (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 6-0, 178 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Longer stride that gains ground, intent. Intentful swings, bat-speed with some effort, looks to elevate and do damage.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (81 avg.); 268-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 77 mph. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Gets behind the baseball, secures it through release.
Athletic Testing: 7.34 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple controlled delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, quick arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 76-78 mph. Firm out of the hand with run. T2198, 1998 average rpm.
CB: 70-71 mph. Firm, short break, 12/6 shape. T2143, 2071 average rpm.
CH: 71-73 mph. Plays with dive, firm. T1784, 1661 average rpm.

Jacob Chasten, Notre Dame College Prep (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-4, 120 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, short stride, simple. Works on top of thte baseball, balanced finish.
Power: 76 mph max exit velocity (64.9 avg.); 215-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 64 mph. OF - 68 mph. Clean arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: INF/OF: Steady hands, secures the baseball and clean release. Active feet, attacks the baseball, plays through in rhythm, steady hands.
Athletic Testing: 8.19 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Townes Cinninger, St Joseph (IN), 2029
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 6-0, 146 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Wide base, works in his legs, medium stride. Athletic hands, whippy with bat-speed.
Power: 86 mph max exit velocity (75.7 avg.); 274-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 82 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Active feet, gets behind the baseball, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 7.36 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: LHP
Delivery: Simple delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: LH. Short, compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T80, 78-80 mph. Clean out of the hand, has life through the zone, carry. T2049, 1970 average rpm.
CB: 61-64 mph. Plays with sweep, 1/7 shape, strikes. T2133, 2055 average rpm.
CH: 66-70 mph. Heavy fade and dive, out-pitch. T2128, 2043 average rpm.

Cain Dekeyrel, Rockridge (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-7, 145 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Longer stride, gains ground. Athletic hands with some whip in the barrel.
Power: 84 mph max exit velocity (77.7 avg.); 285-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 76 mph. Short quick arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Smooth footwork, gets behind the baseball and clean release.
Athletic Testing: 7.80 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple, athletic delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T79, 77-78 mph. Clean out of the hand, plays with carry. T2236, 2158 average rpm.
CB: 65-67 mph. 11/5 shape, feel to spin, out-pitch potential. T2331, 2242 average rpm.
CH: 73-75 mph. Firm out of the hand, occasional dive. T1665, 1577 average rpm.

Tommy Garvey, TBD (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-6, 125 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Slightly closed setup, medium stride. Longer swing with some hand separation, flashed flat path through the zone.
Power: 73 mph max exit velocity (64.6 avg.); 192-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 61 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Smooth defender for age, soft hands and clean release.
Athletic Testing: 8.94 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Short leg-lift into balance point, simple delivery, works slightly across body.
Arm Action: RH. Short path out of the glove, 3/4 release.
FB: T66, 63-65 mph. Plays mostly straight through the zone. T1875, 1819 average rpm.
CB: 56-58 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape. T1807, 1656 average rpm.
CH: 61-62 mph. Plays with fade. T1653, 1530 average rpm.

Kyle Gesiakowski, Richards (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: C/1B
Body: 5-9, 150 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, works back to even with a long stride. Works on top of the baseball, flashed flat path, gets some extension through impact.
Power: 83 mph max exit velocity (67 avg.); 266-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 62 mph. INF - 62 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: 2.37-2.51 pop time range; 1B/C: Secures the baseball through release.
Athletic Testing: 8.05 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Evan Goetz, Harvest Christian Academy (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-7, 165 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Narrow setup, gains ground with a long stride. Loose hands, flashed flat path, works to drive ball on a line.
Power: 88 mph max exit velocity (80.8 avg.); 177-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 74 mph. Long arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Long strided, attacks the baseball, steady hands, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 8.27 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple controlled delivery, medium leg kick into coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, releases by ear.
FB: T71, 70-71 mph. Mostly straight actions. T1761, 1657 average rpm.
CB: 60-61 mph. Gradual vertical action. T1669, 1526 average rpm.
SL: 60-63 mph. Gradual horizontal action. T1633, 1525 average rpm.
CH: 63-66 mph. Mostly straight actions, occasional fade. T1634, 1552 average rpm.

Ethan Gonzalez, St. Laurence (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-9, 130 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide base, stays in his legs with some bend, longer stride. Quick hands, works on top of the baseball, compact and balanced finish.
Power: 83 mph max exit velocity (76.9 avg.); 269-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot, accurate.
Defense: Athletic defender, body control on the move, sure handed, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 7.40 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Compact leg-lift with a hunched balance point, drop/drive, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing into a high 3/4 slot.
FB: T78, 77-78 mph. Jumps through the zone, plays with finish. T1903, 1827 average rpm.
CB: 62-63 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape, flashed sharp action. T1668, 1570 average rpm.
CH: 65-67 mph. Sells with arm-side, fades to the arm-side. T1494, 1385 average rpm.

Chase Harer, St. Viator (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-1, 95 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Balanced setup, minimal stride, simple. Flashed flat path, easy and balanced, line-drive approach.
Power: 72 mph max exit velocity (57.7 avg.); 173-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 59 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Active feet, plays low to the ground, soft hands and quality feel for the position for his age.
Athletic Testing: 8.37 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Blake Harmon, Barrington (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-7, 150 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Weight starts on back foot, controlled medium stride. Compact swing, works on top of the baseball with extension through impact, on the barrel up the middle.
Power: 80 mph max exit velocity (74.7 avg.); 266-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 66 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: 2.19-2.33 pop time range; Smooth footwork, quick release, accuracy.
Athletic Testing: 8.52 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Paulie Hobbs, Hanover Central (IN), 2029
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-10, 170 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, longer stride. Strong, creates length through the zone, intentful swings.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (89.4 avg.); 366-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 85 mph. Long arm action, over-the-top slot.
Defense: Active, quick feet, steady hands, gets behihnd the baseball and plays through.
Athletic Testing: 7.13 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, athletic, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Athletic arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 81-83 mph. Clean out of the hand with life, plays with ride. T1985, 1915 average rpm.
CB: 70-72 mph. Short 11/5 shape, tight. T1704, 1671 average rpm.
CH: 71-74 mph. Plays with fade. T1866, 1801 average rpm.

Andrew Jones, Na (IN), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-5, 125 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Narrow, open setup, long stride. Athletic with bat-speed.
Power: 87 mph max exit velocity (75.1 avg.); 276-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 74 mph. Loose arm action, accurate.
Defense: Easy, athletic actions, plays with bounce. Soft hands, natural feel.
Athletic Testing: 7.08 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple uptempo delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short arm action, releases by ear.
FB: T82, 80-82 mph. Life out of the hand, has some carry. T2146, 2051 average rpm.
CB: 67-71 mph. Hard vertical action. T2114, 2041 average rpm.
CH: 72-75 mph. Maintains armspeed, mostly straight actions. T1854, 1719 average rpm.

Leo Kelly, Loyola Academy (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-11, 150 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Narrow setup, long stride, intentful. Strong, flatter path, bat-speed, gets extension through the zone.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (83.2 avg.); 321-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 83 mph. Long, loose, quick artm action.
Defense: Smooth actions, plays from the ground up, soft hands.
Athletic Testing: 7.77 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, whippy finish, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T83, 81-83 mph. Clean out of the hand with life, flashes sink. T2091, 1962 average rpm.
CB: 67-69 mph. Short vertical action, 11/5 shape, lands. T1807, 1725 average rpm.
CH: 77-80 mph. Firm out of the hand, flashes dive. T1653, 1546 average rpm.

Rohan Khemani, Lycee Francais De Chicago (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-7, 125 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide base, toe-taps into a medium stride, gains ground. Longer swing, works on top of the baseball.
Power: 79 mph max exit velocity (64.4 avg.); 214-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 65 mph. Long arm action, low 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady hands, secures the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 7.83 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Up-tempo, clean delivery, slight drop/drive, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Compact arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T71, 67-70 mph. Natural arm-side run. T1818, 1667 average rpm.
CB: 57-59 mph. Gradual 11/5 shape with depth. T2053, 1942 average rpm.
CH: 58-59 mph. Slight deceleration, plays mostly straight. T1331, 1270 average rpm.

Charlie Kienzle, Lyons Township (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-11, 155 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Athletic seteup, wider base, medium stride. Longer swing, flashed flat path, works to keep the ball on a line.
Power: 75 mph max exit velocity (67.8 avg.); 255-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 63 mph. High 3/4 slot.
Defense: Active feet, steady hands, plays out front, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 7.71 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple controlled delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T69, 66-69 mph. Clean out of the hand, mostly straight actions. T1906, 1831 average rpm.
CB: 55-58 mph. Hard vertical action at times, plays at the bottom of the zone. T1751, 1678 average rpm.
CH: 53-57 mph. Mostly straight actions, developing. T1285, 1207 average rpm.

Charlie Kohman, Downers Grove North (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-10, 145 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Narrow setup, gains ground with a long stride. Intentful swings, gets extension through impact with bat-speed, flashed flat path,
Power: 83 mph max exit velocity (79.1 avg.); 232-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 76 mph. Clean, loose, quick arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean, easy actions, gets behind the ball and works through.
Athletic Testing: 8.00 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: LHP
Delivery: Clean uptempo delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: LH. Clean, quick arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T77, 76-77 mph. Clean out of the hand with late life, occasional run, strikes. T1883, 1691 average rpm.
CB: 64-67 mph. Firm, plays more horizontally, 2/7 shape, lands. T2164, 2042 average rpm.
CH: 70-72 mph. Firm, plays with tumble, kills spin. T1208, 1092 average rpm.

Rocky Kostyk, St. Rita (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-11, 165 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide setup, toe-taps into a long stride. Quick hands, works on top of the baseball, pull-side approach.
Power: 88 mph max exit velocity (82.6 avg.); 256-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 76 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Plays low to the ground, gets behind the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 7.55 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Gathers himself into a high leg-lift, drop/drive, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Short arm action, 3/4 slot, tight window.
FB: T80, 77-79 mph. Life out of the hand, plays with narual run. T2156, 2049 average rpm.
CB: 67-70 mph. Short 11/5 shape, played a bit like a slider. T1964, 1941 average rpm.

Maxson Lambert, Hinsdale Central (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: 2B
Body: 5-4, 135 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, wider base, minimal stride. Steep path, works up the middle on the barrel, loose and handsy.
Power: 86 mph max exit velocity (76.2 avg.); 269-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 67 mph. Short arm action, low 3/4 slot.
Defense: Smooth footwork, steady hands, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 8.14 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Stretch-only; medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Longer draw out of the glove, releases by ear.
FB: T75, 73-74 mph. Clean out of the hand, mostly straight actions. T1953, 1826 average rpm.
CB: 63-65 mph. Plays vertically, gradual, lands. T1655, 1355 average rpm.

Justin Les, St. Laurence (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: 3B
Body: 5-11, 165 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Wide base, minimal stride, simple and repeats. Simple swing, direct, works on top of the baseball with a steep path,
Power: 83 mph max exit velocity (70 avg.); 241-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. Short arm action, over-the-top slot.
Defense: Smooth, athletic actions, plays from the ground up, sure-handed.
Athletic Testing: 7.72 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Stretch only, high leg-lift, loose mover, tall/fall, works in-line.
Arm Action: RH. Loose arm, long reach out of the glove, over the top slot.
FB: T75, 74-75 mph. Plays with some carry traits. T1769, 1722 average rpm.
CB: 61-64 mph. Short 11/5 shape. T1963, 1916 average rpm.
CH: 67-68 mph. Clean out of the hand, sells with arm-speed, showed fade. T1179, 1092 average rpm.

Blake Mikos, Andrew (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-6, 101 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide base, short and simple stride. Works to stay on top of the baseball, steep path, easy effort.
Power: 78 mph max exit velocity (66.1 avg.); 254-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 61 mph. Loose arm, played accurate.
Defense: Active feet, gets around the baseball, steady hands and quick release.
Athletic Testing: 8.29 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Controlled delivery with a deliberate tempo, medium leg-lift, drop/drive, slight across body stride.
Arm Action: RH. Long arm swing, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T69, 67-69 mph. Plays straight through the zone, strikes. T1597, 1527 average rpm.
CB: 56-57 mph. Gradual 11/5 action. T1571, 1388 average rpm.
CH: 63-64 mph. Mostly straight actions, occasional fade. T1187, 1068 average rpm.

Cruz Muñoz, N/A (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-8, 120 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Narrow setup, gains ground with stride. Loose hands, line drive approach.
Power: 76 mph max exit velocity (69.6 avg.); 220-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 59 mph. Short atm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Secures the baseball, lenght through release.
Athletic Testing: 7.94 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Jake Nielson, LincolnWay East (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/1B
Body: 5-4, 125 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Simple setup and short stride. Compact and easy swing, balanced finish.
Power: 78 mph max exit velocity (70.3 avg.); 251-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 70 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Quick, active feet, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 7.80 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Owen Nolte, Mattoon (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-10, 165 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Wide base, quick and short stride. Quick hands, strong, direct path, twitchy,
Power: 88 mph max exit velocity (78.2 avg.); 298-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 81 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Active, quick feet, athletic actions, plays through in rhythm.
Athletic Testing: 7.41 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: LHP
Delivery: Simple, controlled delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: LH. Shorter draw out of the glove, releases by ear.
FB: T73, 72-73 mph. Mostly straight actions, occasional sink. T1807, 1681 average rpm.
CB: 58-59 mph. Gradual 1/7 action, lands. T1716, 1640 average rpm.
SL: 60-61 mph. Plays more horizontally than the curveball, developing. T1725, 1716 average rpm.
CH: 64-66 mph. Mostly straight actions, developing. T1600, 1545 average rpm.

Van Ozment, Crystal Lake Central (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11, 145 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Balanced setup, some bend in the knees, short stride. Easy and simple, athletic hands, short to the baseball.
Power: 82 mph max exit velocity (75.2 avg.); 279-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 67 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Fluid defender, plays from the ground up, soft hands.
Athletic Testing: 7.79 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Easton Pickrel, Galesburg (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-6, 108.2 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Wide setup, open and works back to even with stride. Quick hands, long levered with some easy jump off the barrel at times
Power: 80 mph max exit velocity (67.5 avg.); 248-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 74 mph. Long arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Plays into middle of the body, secures the baseball through release.
Athletic Testing: 7.56 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple delivery, medium leg kick into coiled balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T77, 75-76 mph. Clean out of the hand with run. T1885, 1759 average rpm.
SL: 59-59 mph. Big break, lands, 10/4 shape. T1850, 1800 average rpm.
CH: 62-64 mph. Plays with fade, strikes, has feel for the pitch. T1058, 1024 average rpm.

Andrew Radziwon, Lincoln-Way Central (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: 1B/3B
Body: 5-11, 180 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Open setup, glides into a medium stride. Strong hands, compact swing and finish.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (78.2 avg.); 277-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 70 mph. Long, loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady hands, gets behind the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 7.83 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Eli Rodriguez, Reavis (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: 1B/3B
Body: 5-8, 150 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide base, simple setup and stride. Easy with some strength, balanced, works on top of the baseball.
Power: 75 mph max exit velocity (66.8 avg.); 230-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 62 mph. Long artm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady defender, secures the baseball through release.
Athletic Testing: 7.98 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Mason Sietsema, Lincoln-Way West (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/2B
Body: 5-3, 115 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, toe-taps into medium stride. Easy swing, balanced, flat swing, works to keep the ball on a line.
Power: 81 mph max exit velocity (73.1 avg.); 185-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 74 mph. Long arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Works behind the baseball, quick feet.
Athletic Testing: 8.20 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Ben Snider, Sandburg (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-9, 125 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Open setup, narrow base, toe-tap finish. Longer, flat path, short to the ball with extension through impact, works pull-side.
Power: 73 mph max exit velocity (63.1 avg.); 239-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 60 mph. OF - 66 mph. Long arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: 2.61-2.76 pop time range; Steady hands, works through the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 8.12 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Declan Steinmetz, Marist (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-4, 110 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Knee-knocks into a long stride. Longer swing, hands rock back with stride and creates separation.
Power: 73 mph max exit velocity (61.1 avg.); 180-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 70 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Fluid, active feet, long clean strides and plays through the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 8.58 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple controlled delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, drop/drive lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T67, 66-67 mph. Clean out of the hand, straight actions. T1976, 1869 average rpm.
CB: 55-56 mph. 12/6 shape, big break, lands. T2160, 2064 average rpm.
CH: 63-65 mph. Mostly straight actions, similar profile to the fastball, developing. T1606, 1517 average rpm.

Dempsey Steinmetz, Marist (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: 1B
Body: 6-0, 175 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Narrow setup, gains ground with a long stride. Strong with bat-speed, on the barrel pull-side with loud contact, intent to elevate.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (82.2 avg.); 316-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 76 mph. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Comfortable around the bag, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 7.99 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Some crossfire in the delivery, drop/drive, works in his legs down the mound.
Arm Action: RH. Higher 3/4 slot.
FB: T77, 75-77 mph. Heavy with life out of the hand, plays mostly straight. T1935, 1843 average rpm.
CB: 69-70 mph. Firm, short break, 11/5 shape. T2249, 2197 average rpm.
CH: 70-71 mph. Mostly straight actions, developing. T978, 797 average rpm.

Joseph Tobey, Loyola Academy (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-8, 150 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide, balanced base, simple lift and place type stride. Works flat through the zone, balanced.
Power: 79 mph max exit velocity (71.6 avg.); 229-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 75 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Sure handed, gets behind the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 7.47 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Controlled delivery, short leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T75, 73-75 mph. Clean out of the hand, straight actions. T1796, 1717 average rpm.
CB: 57-61 mph. 12/6 shape, gradual action, lands. T1891, 1792 average rpm.
CH: 60-62 mph. Mostly straight actions, kills spin. T1058, 978 average rpm.

Julian Torres, TBD (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: C/SS
Body: 5-7, 143 pounds.
Hit: SH. LH: Wide setup, toe-taps into a short stride. RH: Wide base, with a toe-tap into a minimal stride. LH: Athletic hands, with an upward batpath. RH: Longer path with athletic hands, works flat through the zone, quick hands.
Power: 86 mph max exit velocity (76 avg.); 275-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 70 mph. INF - 73 mph. Short arm action, accurate across with carry.
Defense: 2.00-2.09 pop time range; Active feet, plays fast and with intent. Soft hands, clean and easy release.
Athletic Testing: 7.46 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Clean, easy effort, drop/drive, sinks into the back leg, works slightly across body.
Arm Action: RH. Compact arm action, clean, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T78, 74-77 mph. Mostly straight out of the hand, some life. T2107, 2044 average rpm.
CB: 64-65 mph. Feel for the zone and strikes, 11/5 shape, flashed tight, maintains arm-speed. T1968, 1884 average rpm.
SL: 63-65 mph. More lateral 10/4 shape, used as putaway pitch. T2028, 1950 average rpm.

Enzo Villacci, Oswego East (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-9, 145 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Narrow base, medium stride, some rhythm in the hands. Quick hands, athletic, with bat speed.
Power: 86 mph max exit velocity (80.7 avg.); 298-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 69 mph. Long firm arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Easy, clean actions, works behind the ball, gains ground.
Athletic Testing: 7.49 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: LHP
Delivery: Simple delivery, higher leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: LH. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
FB: T68, 67-68 mph. T1796, 1706 average rpm.
CB: 57-57 mph. Gradual vertical action, lands. T1590, 1509 average rpm.
CH: 61-62 mph. Plays with fade. T1327, 1256 average rpm.

Ryan Walker, Naperville North (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-5, 125 pounds.
Hit: LHH. Athletic setup, narrow base, gains ground. Athletic, compact path with some strength, looks to work pull-side, on the barrel.
Power: 81 mph max exit velocity (67.6 avg.); 246-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 61 mph. OF - 73 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: 2.45-2.70 pop time range; Active feet, plays low to the ground, works through the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 7.60 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Chase Watson, Lenart Elem Regional Gifted Ctr (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/3B
Body: 6-0, 155 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Wide base, simple stride, short and easy. Smooth swing, loose hands, with bat speed.
Power: 89 mph max exit velocity (75.4 avg.); 303-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. OF - 82 mph. Short, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Easy actions, gets behind the baseball, sure-handed, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 7.40 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Adam Wilk, St. Laurence (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-2, 170-pounds.
Delivery: Short rocker step, controlled delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Short, compact arm action, releases by ear.
FB: T80, 77-79 mph. Clean out of the hand with life, plays with heavy run. T1853, 1792 average rpm.
SL: 61-62 mph. Short break, inconsistent shape. T2174, 2109 average rpm.
CH: 62-65 mph. Mostly straight actions, flashes fade. T1351, 1306 average rpm.

Gavin Williams, NA (IL), 2030
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-4, 110 pounds.
Hit: RHH. Narrow setup, hangs foot into a longer stride. Flashed flat path, loose hands, works on top of the baseball.
Power: 79 mph max exit velocity (70 avg.); 233-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 66 mph. OF - 69 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Long strided, attacks the baseball at times, clean release.
Athletic Testing: 7.99 runner in the 60-yard dash.

Positional Profile: RHP
Delivery: Simple uptempo delivery, medium leg kick into balance point, tall/fall lower-half.
Arm Action: RH. Long, loose arm action, high 3/4 slot.
FB: T65, 63-64 mph. Mostly straight actions, strikes. T1530, 1440 average rpm.
CB: 53-55 mph. Gradual 12/6 action. T1518, 1415 average rpm.
CH: 59-60 mph. Plays with fade, strikes. T1347, 1242 average rpm.

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