On Saturday, February 28th, our staff hosted the Preseason All-State: Underclass event, our premier invite-only event of the winter. There were over 130 of the top players in the state’s 2028/2029 classes in attendance, all showcasing the strides they made in the off-season.

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

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

Top Infield Prospects (2028)

1. Nicholas Chiarodo, Edwardsville (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11.9, 155-pounds. Trim, athletic build, projectable.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, short leg kick stride, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Easy and athletic swing, balanced through impact with middle of the field intnet, flashed lifted contact to the whole field.  67.2 mph bat speed with 17g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 mph max exit velocity (92.3 avg.); 354-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 92 mph. Full and athletic arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic, feel for the spot, clean hands with feel to find the pocket on the move, easy range with fluid and active feet.
Athletic Testing: 6.78 runner in the 60-yard dash; 29.00-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 69.83 Edge Score.

2. Kanon Baxley, Kaneland (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-10.6, 161.5-pounds. High-waisted frame with some present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, slightly open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Twitch with strength, compact and controlled swing with jump off the barrel, some feel to use the whole field. 62.1 mph bat speed with 11g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 101 mph max exit velocity (92.8 avg.); 351-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 90 mph. Long, lively arm plays with carry across.
Defense: Steady actions, clean gather out in front, athletic actions with some feel to work off platform.
Athletic Testing: 6.77 runner in the 60-yard dash; 26.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 74.11 Edge Score.

3. Peter Pignatiello, Benet Academy (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-10.4, 154.3-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame with some present strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Balanced setup, toe-tap stride, some rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Balanced and athletic, feel to use the whole field, ball jumps off the barrel. 67.2 mph bat speed with 16g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (87 avg.); 332-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Full and clean arm action, 3/4 slot, works on the move.
Defense: Athletic and clean actions, soft hands with feel for the pocket, quick transfer and release, confident.
Athletic Testing: 6.87 runner in the 60-yard dash; 21.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 81.03 Edge Score.

4. Quincy Fulton, Newton (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-1.6, 211.6-pounds. Strong, physical frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: SH. RH: Balanced base, short stride, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. LH: Balanced setup, short leg kick stride, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. RH: Easy strength with uphill intent, has noticeable jump off the barrel. LH: Easy premium power with little perceived effort, balanced, line drives. 71 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 mph max exit velocity (90.3 avg.); 370-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. Compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady and confident hands, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 6.96 runner in the 60-yard dash; 18.10-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 56.07 Edge Score.

5. Mason Almazan, Providence Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-8.9, 168-pounds. Proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride, utilizes lower-half. Easy flick in the barrel with some lift up the middle, quick hands with control of the barrel.  69.3 mph bat speed with 9g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (88.3 avg.); 326-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 89 mph. Long arm, plays with life at times, accurate.
Defense: Clean and fluid feet with range, soft hands with feel for the pocket, clean glove to hand transfer.
Athletic Testing: 6.91 runner in the 60-yard dash; 27.20-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 73.48 Edge Score.

6. Kameron Cox, Montini Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-9.8, 180-pounds. Proportional frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, balanced base, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride works back to even, aggressive lower-half. Compact and athletic, tight turns with feel for the barrel, whole field approach with line-drives.  65.3 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 mph max exit velocity (91.2 avg.); 341-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 89 mph. Full arm action, lively, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic actions, soft hands with feel for the pocket, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 6.65 runner in the 60-yard dash; 26.90-inch max vertical jump. 

7. Brock Hamilton, Homewood-Flossmoor (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-5.4, 230-pounds. Physical frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, short leg kick stride, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Easy swing, hands stay direct, works slightly uphill, all fields approach. Generates easy power off the bat. 59.4 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 mph max exit velocity (94.6 avg.); 346-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 86 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hand gather, shuffle to throw, steady hands.
Athletic Testing: 7.19 runner in the 60-yard dash; 26.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 71.89 Edge Score.

8. Keegan Crabtree, Lincoln-Way East (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 6-1.2, 150.1-pounds. High-waisted frame, projectable.
Hit: RHH. Crouched open setup, short leg kick stride works back to even, quiet hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Longer swing with a flat path, natural lift in the swing with a middle of the field approach.  69.9 mph bat speed with 5g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (85.6 avg.); 303-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 85 mph. Athletic arm action that works on the move and from multiple slots.
Defense: Active feet, soft and clean hands, quick trigger release.
Athletic Testing: 7.03 runner in the 60-yard dash; 26.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 66.67 Edge Score.

9. Gaetano Lazzara, Lake Park (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/3B
Body: 5-9.4, 175-pounds. Compact frame with some present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, short leg kick stride, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Loose and athletic swing, fluid with length through the zone.  66.6 mph bat speed with 17g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 mph max exit velocity (91.3 avg.); 329-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Loose, quick, strong arm, plays with carry.
Defense: Active feet, clean mover with steady hands, quick transfer release feel to make plays on the move.
Athletic Testing: 7.39 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.50-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 70.74 Edge Score.

T10. Will Steffens, Barrington (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 1B/OF
Body: 6-3.4, 194.5-pounds. Lean, high-waisted build.
Hit: LHH. Open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, higher leg kick stride. Strong with hand-speed, easy flick in the barrel with loud results up the middle of the field.  66.1 mph bat speed with 9g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 100 mph max exit velocity (91.6 avg.); 350-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. INF - 78 mph. Longer, intentful arm path, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean hands and feet, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 6.94 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.80-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 77.39 Edge Score.

T10. Madden Nunn, Whitney Young (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-0.8, 210-pounds. Lean, high-waisted frame.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, wider base, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Easy flick in the barrel with bat-speed, little perceived effort, flat swing with some feel to use the whole field.  70 mph bat speed with 21g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (87.7 avg.); 351-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 91 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady hands with feel for the pocket, clean feet with range.
Athletic Testing: 7.31 runner in the 60-yard dash; 21.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 73.63 Edge Score.

Top Infield Prospects (2029) 

1. Todd Dulaney Jr, Nazareth Academy (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-10.5, 150-pounds. High-waisted, long-levered frame, athletic.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short leg-kick stride, works back to even, linear lower-half. Athletic with barrel flick, controls the barrel with ease while using the whole field, polished round and approach.  67.4 mph bat speed with 14g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (87.9 avg.); 305-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 86 mph. Loose arm, plays multiple slots.
Defense: Athletic actions, clean and twitchy feet, soft hands with a clean transfer and release.
Athletic Testing: 7.15 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 64.51 Edge Score.

2. Chase Boykin, Marian Catholic (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-9, 165-pounds. Athletic, well-proportioned frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, quiet pre-pitch setup, short leg kick stride, utilizes lower-half. Flat swing with some length, natural lift up the middle, some feel to spray it all over the yard.  62.4 mph bat speed with 17g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (85.7 avg.); 302-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 82 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot, feel to work on the move.
Defense: Steady hands, clean and active feet with range, quick trigger release with a clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 6.69 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 44.59 Edge Score.

3. Cody Busch, Joliet Catholic (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-9.3, 144-pounds. Trim, athletic build with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Easy effort with a balanced operation, feel to use the whole field, slightly uphill path. 60.1 mph bat speed with 6g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 88 mph max exit velocity (83.2 avg.); 256-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Athletic arm action, 3/4 slot with feel to work on the move.
Defense: Athletic and clean feet, soft hands with feel for the pocket, confident, range.
Athletic Testing: 7.57 runner in the 60-yard dash; 21.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 70.35 Edge Score.

4. Mason Leiterman, Bartlett (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11.4, 170-pounds. Trim frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride, utilizes lower-half. Balanced and clean swing, longer path with extension through impact, on the barrel up the middle of the field.  61.5 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (86.3 avg.); 303-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot, works on the move and from different slots.
Defense: Two hand gather, shuffle to throw, clean feet with range.
Athletic Testing: 7.64 runner in the 60-yard dash; 19.80-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 84.43 Edge Score.

5. Andrew Jones, Marist (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8, 148.6-pounds. Athletic build with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, step-back stride, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Athletic hands with balance, easy and controlled operation with a middle/pull-side approach.   mph bat speed with g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 mph max exit velocity (74 avg.); 255-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Short, clean, easy arm, ability to throw from multiple slots.
Defense: Easy and natural actions, confident hands with range to either side.
Athletic Testing: 7.13 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 73.33 Edge Score.

6. Braydon McMillen, Timothy Christian (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS
Body: 5-8, 150-pounds. High-waisted frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, high leg kick stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Loose and flat swing, balanced, natural lift up the middle of the field.  mph bat speed with g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 mph max exit velocity (83.6 avg.); 330-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 85 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot, lively.
Defense: Clean actions, active and fluid feet with range, soft hands.
Athletic Testing: 7.15 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.20-inch max vertical jump. 

7. Leo Kelly, Loyola Academy (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-1.7, 210-pounds. Physical, well-proportioned frame with present strength.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride, aggressive lower-half. Intentful swing with an uphill path, looks to elevate pull-side, loud results.  69.1 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 mph max exit velocity (91.3 avg.); 369-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 90 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hand gather, attacks the baseball, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.63 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.10-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 47.29 Edge Score.

8. Kaleb Gossett, Yorkville (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/3B
Body: 5-9.7, 155-pounds. Athletic, proportional frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, short leg kick stride, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Flat swing with balance, hands stay direct to the ball, easy, pull-side/middle of the field approach. 68.7 mph bat speed with 9g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (77.2 avg.); 308-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 78 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady natural hands, clean trigger and transfer, feet work with range.
Athletic Testing: 7.41 runner in the 60-yard dash; 21.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 76.48 Edge Score.

9. Jack Kovich, Glenbard West (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-10.6, 165-pounds. Athletic build, high-waisted.
Hit: RHH. Tall, slightly open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, leg-hang stride works back to even. Easy and controlled with balance through impact, uphill path at times, middle/opposite field approach. 65.1 mph bat speed with 16g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (80.8 avg.); 296-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Arm works on the move and from multiple slots with arm speed and whip.
Defense: Two-hand gather, soft hands, range to either side.
Athletic Testing: 7.35 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.10-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 63.84 Edge Score.

10. Easton Pickrel, Galesburg (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11.6, 160-pounds. High-waisted frame with room for added strength.
Hit: LHH. Open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Flat swing that works on top of the ball, looks to use the whole field. 66.4 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 84 mph max exit velocity (69.9 avg.); 172-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 83 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two-hand gather out front, shuffle to throws, easy mover.
Athletic Testing: 6.96 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 67.17 Edge Score.

BEST OF THE REST (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY)

Vicente Amaro, De La Salle (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-0, 140-pounds. Proportional frame, room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, slight rhythm in the hands, short stride, utilizes lower-half. Longer, flat swing, flashed lift up the middle. 60.2 mph bat speed with 13g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 86 mph max exit velocity (79.8 avg.); 312-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Short, easy arm action, plays true with carry.
Defense: Steady and clean actions, clean trigger and release, fluid actions and feet.
Athletic Testing: 7.70 runner in the 60-yard dash; 15.60-inch max vertical jump. 

Milan Bansal, Hinsdale Central (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/1B
Body: 6-1.6, 180-pounds. Lean, high-waisted frame.
Hit: RHH. Tall, slightly open setup, short leg kick stride works back to even, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Fluid hands, works direct to the ball, works slightly uphill at times. Worked the middle/pull-side of the field. 65.9 mph bat speed with 13g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 mph max exit velocity (86.5 avg.); 307-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 89 mph. Long, clean arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hand gather, active feet with some feel to make plays on the move.
Athletic Testing: 6.95 runner in the 60-yard dash; 28.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 69.28 Edge Score.

Matteo Banuelos, Von Steuben Metro Science HS (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: C/SS
Body: 5-10, 175-pounds. Well-proportioned frame.
Hit: LHH. Balanced setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride, utilizes lower-half. Fluid, longer flat path, balanced with a middle of the field approach, line-drives.  69 mph bat speed with 17g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (84.9 avg.); 297-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 75 mph. INF - 82 mph. C: Compact arm action, high 3/4 slot.INF: Short arm action, quick trigger, 3/4 slot with accuracy.
Defense: 2.06-2.13 pop time range; C: Steady hands, clean, quick transfer, athlete, moves well out of the crouch. INF: Athletic feet with range to either side, hands work clean with confidence, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 7.55 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 79.37 Edge Score.

Chayse Bennett, Providence Catholic (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: C/3B
Body: 6-0.8, 200-pounds. Strong, proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, short stride, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, aggressive lower-half. Flat swing with strength, works on top of the ball, pull-side/middle approach. 67.2 mph bat speed with 9g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 mph max exit velocity (90.6 avg.); 296-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 72 mph. INF - 76 mph. INF: Short arm action, 3/4 slot. C: Longer arm path, low slot.
Defense: 2.10-2.43 pop time range; INF: Two hand gather, shuffle to throw. C: Steady hands, clean transfer, easy.
Athletic Testing: 7.37 runner in the 60-yard dash; 19.60-inch max vertical jump. 

Nic Bralts, Champaign Central (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 6-0.7, 171.5-pounds. Proportional frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, slightly closed setup, short stride, quiet hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Easy strength with lift pull-side, easy effort, slightly uphill path.  61.7 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (82.2 avg.); 337-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 82 mph. Long, athletic, quick arm action, easy and lively.
Defense: Confident hands, fields ball out front, athletic footwork, clean and quick transfer range to both sides.
Athletic Testing: 6.67 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.10-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 82.43 Edge Score.

Matt Bullington, Marist (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-1.5, 175-pounds. Projectable build.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, short leg kick stride work back to even, has rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Loose and easy, balanced operation, fluid rhythm in the hands and swing, middle of the field approach with line-drives and some lift.  68.4 mph bat speed with 10g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 mph max exit velocity (83.5 avg.); 342-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. Loose, easy arm, multiple platforms.
Defense: Two hand gather out in front, clean transfer, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 8.07 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 77.52 Edge Score.

Henry Burke, Lake Forest (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 6-1.5, 170-pounds. Trim, high-waisted frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, quiet hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride, upright setup, aggressive lower-half. Ball jumps off the barrel, flat swing with intent to do damage, pull-side approach with some results up the middle.  64.9 mph bat speed with 20g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 mph max exit velocity (90.1 avg.); 266-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 89 mph. Short, quick arm, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two-hand gather out front, shuffle to throw, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 6.99 runner in the 60-yard dash; 25.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 64.73 Edge Score.

Cole Clower, Providence Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: RHP/SS
Body: 6-2.8, 185-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Balanced setup, short leg kick stride, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Works on top of the baseball with a steep path, balanced with some feel to use the whole field.  68.3 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 mph max exit velocity (83.7 avg.); 333-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 90 mph. Clean arm action, works on the move and from different slots, life.
Defense: Clean actions, steady hands clean and natural transfer with range to either side.
Athletic Testing: 7.46 runner in the 60-yard dash; 21.40-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 68.71 Edge Score.

Ellis Conley, Morris (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-10.7, 187-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with some present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced, upright setup, short stride, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Works on top of the ball, controls the forward move, on the barrel up the middle with line-drives at times.  64.8 mph bat speed with 10g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (85.3 avg.); 257-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 79 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Fields ball out front, two-hand gather, shuffle steps on throws.
Athletic Testing: 8.24 runner in the 60-yard dash; 18.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 78.54 Edge Score.

Noah Correa, chicago saint patrick (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11.7, 166-pounds. High-waisted frame, athletic.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, minimal stride, utilizes lower-half. Easy and relaxed with effortless jump off the barrel, flat swing, stayed up the middle with line-drives and some lift.    69.2 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (89.3 avg.); 325-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 89 mph. Short, quick arm, life and carry across the diamond.
Defense: Two hands gather under midline, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 6.98 runner in the 60-yard dash; 25.20-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 72.23 Edge Score.

Peyton Dane, Carmel Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/SS
Body: 6-0.4, 175-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride, utilizes lower-half. Loose wrists, uphill path with intent to elevate. 61.8 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 86 mph max exit velocity (79.6 avg.); 265-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. Long arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hand gather, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.55 runner in the 60-yard dash; 18.20-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 60.51 Edge Score.

Cain Dekeyrel, Rockridge (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-9.1, 145-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame.
Hit: LHH. Balanced setup, short stride, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Fluid and flat swing, easy with balance, handsy with line-drive intent.  57.4 mph bat speed with 10g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 mph max exit velocity (81 avg.); 316-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. Athletic arm action that works from multiple angles, clean with arm speed.
Defense: Active feet with range, steady hands with some feel for the pocket.
Athletic Testing: 7.33 runner in the 60-yard dash; 17.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 74.34 Edge Score.

Weston Ensign, Fisher (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-5.3, 236.3-pounds. Strong, sturdy build.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, step-back stride, utilizes lower-half. Strong hands with bat-speed, works on top of the baseball with a steep path, flashed line-drives up the middle.  74.9 mph bat speed with 17g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 106 mph max exit velocity (90.3 avg.); 341-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 82 mph. Compact arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two-hand gather, shuffle to throw, steady hands.
Athletic Testing: 7.70 runner in the 60-yard dash; 17.20-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 73.86 Edge Score.

Kaeson Ernst, Warrensburg-Latham (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: RHP/1B
Body: 6-5, 175.5-pounds. High-waisted frame, long levers, projectable.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, toe-tap stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Steep path with a compact finish, balanced, worked the opposite field. 61.7 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (64.5 avg.); 265-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 84 mph. Long, loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic and fluid actions, feel to make plays on the move, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 7.76 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 69.05 Edge Score.

Danny Foxgrover, St. Rita (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-9.8, 200-pounds. Well-proportioned frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, upright setup, rhythm in the hands, short leg kick stride, linear lower-half. Easy and simple swing, works on top of the ball with a middle of the field approach, flashed backspin.  67.1 mph bat speed with 13g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (89.3 avg.); 255-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 81 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hand gather, shuffle to throw, easy actions.
Athletic Testing: 7.55 runner in the 60-yard dash; 18.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 70.07 Edge Score.

Alex Govoni, Loyola Academy (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-0, 187.6-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, short leg kick stride works back to even, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Balanced and controlled, creates lift with loud results to the pull-side and middle.  71.3 mph bat speed with 29g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 mph max exit velocity (91.1 avg.); 361-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 81 mph. Short arm action, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Plays low to the ground, two hand gather with range, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 6.96 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 68.06 Edge Score.

Chase Grigonis, St. Francis (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-3.6, 192.7-pounds. Well-proportioned frame, lean.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, stride works back to closed, utilizes strong lower-half. Easy strength, creates leverage and lift up the middle of the field, big power potential with loud results.  71.1 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 98 mph max exit velocity (86.1 avg.); 364-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 81 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean feet and hands, easy mover with feel for the pocket.
Athletic Testing: 7.80 runner in the 60-yard dash; 19.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 81 Edge Score.

Aden Gutierrez, St Rita Of Cascia High School (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 2B/OF
Body: 5-9.3, 150.1-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Flatter path, strong hands, line drive intent, worked primarily to the middle/pull-side. 67 mph bat speed with 13g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (80.6 avg.); 285-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 81 mph. OF - 84 mph. OF: Full arm action, accurate, 3/4 slot. INF: Arm works on the move and from multiple slots.
Defense: OF: Attacks the baseball, fields out front in rhythm, clean hands. INF: Athletic and fluid feet with range, steady hands.
Athletic Testing: 7.10 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.40-inch max vertical jump. 

John Gutierrez, Lincoln-Way Central (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-9.2, 140-pounds. Trim, high-waisted frame.
Hit: RHH. Narrow base, slightly open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, medium leg kick stride works back to closed, utilizes lower-half. Simple, works on top of the baseball with a middle of the field approach. 60.2 mph bat speed with 11g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (73.7 avg.); 271-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. OF - 75 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: OF: One hand gather near body, shuffle to throw. INF: Steady hands, shuffle to throw, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 7.52 runner in the 60-yard dash; 25.50-inch max vertical jump. 

Gavin Hartigan, Nazareth Academy (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8.9, 162.9-pounds. Compact frame with noticeable strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Twitch and strength present, works on top of the baseball with backspin line-drives up the middle. 67.7 mph bat speed with 9g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 mph max exit velocity (90.7 avg.); 332-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 75 mph. Short, quick arm, multiple slots.
Defense: Clean actions, steady hands, fluid feet with some range to either side.
Athletic Testing: 6.77 runner in the 60-yard dash; 26.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 76.62 Edge Score.

Bradley Jones, Mahomet-Seymour (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-10, 184-pounds. Compact frame with present strength.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, some rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, stride works back to even, aggressive lower-half. Twitchy with strength, on the barrel with lift to the pull-side and up the middle. 68.1 mph bat speed with 10g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 mph max exit velocity (92 avg.); 361-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 78 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hand gather under midline, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 6.90 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.80-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 63.7 Edge Score.

Austin Leipart, Providence Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-11.6, 158-pounds. Lean, high-waisted frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, utilizes strong lower-half. Loose hands, whip in the barrel with balance through impact, easy effort and jump off the barrel.  67.6 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (89.6 avg.); 284-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 86 mph. Athletic arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady actions, showed some range to either side.
Athletic Testing: 7.30 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.50-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 65.32 Edge Score.

Sage Lelm, Morton (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/OF
Body: 5-11.6, 191.8-pounds. Compact frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, slightly open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride, linear lower-half. Compact swing with easy strength, hands work direct to the ball, flat through the zone. 68.7 mph bat speed with 24g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (82.1 avg.); 365-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 86 mph. Long arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two-hand gather under midline, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 7.06 runner in the 60-yard dash; 27.10-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 68.86 Edge Score.

Justin Les, St. Laurence (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 5-11.2, 180-pounds. Trim build with room for added strength.
Hit: LHH. Wider base, quiet hands pre-pitch, no stride, linear lower-half. Steep path that works on top of the ball, works middle/pull-side, flashes strong hands. 65.8 mph bat speed with 6g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (83.1 avg.); 213-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 78 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean hands and transfer, clean feet.
Athletic Testing: 8.02 runner in the 60-yard dash; 18.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 77.31 Edge Score.

Landon Maisenbacher, Pleasant Plains (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-5.9, 162-pounds. Compact frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, medium leg kick stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Uphill swing from launch, looks to elevate to the whole field. 66.6 mph bat speed with 16g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (86.7 avg.); 309-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. Arm works on the move and from multiple slots, athletic action.
Defense: Fluid feet, steady hands with feel for the pocket, clean feet.
Athletic Testing: 7.10 runner in the 60-yard dash; 21.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 64.65 Edge Score.

Nolan Maranell, Wheaton Warrenville South (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 6-0, 190-pounds. Lean, well-proprotioned frame.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, toe-tap stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Strong hands, pull-side approach with some lift at times, looks to elevate the baseball to the pull-side. 66.9 mph bat speed with 6g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (83.8 avg.); 325-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 86 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean and easy actions, steady hands, clean double play turn.
Athletic Testing: 7.76 runner in the 60-yard dash; -inch max vertical jump. 

Sonny Mateja, Montini Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 2B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 150-pounds. Trim, high-waisted frame with room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Narrow base, closed setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride, linear lower-half. Flat and easy swing, feel to use the whole field with ease, controls the barrel.  60.1 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 88 mph max exit velocity (79.9 avg.); 276-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 87 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot, works on the move.
Defense: Two hands gather out front, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.23 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 48.28 Edge Score.

Mason Nashif, Burlington Central (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 5-7.8, 124.1-pounds. High-waisted frame, room for added strength.
Hit: RHH. Upright, slightly open setup, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride gains ground and works back to even, linear lower-half. Steep path with strong hands, intentful with torque, pull-side approach, flashed lifted contact.  53.4 mph bat speed with 16g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 mph max exit velocity (80.6 avg.); 284-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. Arm works on the move and from different slots, easy and clean.
Defense: Clean actions with feel, clean transfer, range to either side.
Athletic Testing: 7.09 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.50-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 70.42 Edge Score.

Brody Pilosi, Providence Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: C/SS
Body: 5-11.2, 190.7-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with some present strength.
Hit: RHH. Tall, balanced frame, weight-shift load with leg kick. Strong hands with a steep path, works on top of the baseball while staying up the middle, flashed backspin line-drives up the middle. 57.6 mph bat speed with 16g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 mph max exit velocity (88.7 avg.); 302-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 74 mph. INF - 82 mph. C: Compact arm action, high 3/4 slot. INF: Long arm action, high 3/4 slot, plays true across.
Defense: 2.03-2.13 pop time range; C: Soft blocker, steady transfer, works in-line. INF: Active and fluid feet, steady hands, quick trigger release.
Athletic Testing: 7.25 runner in the 60-yard dash; 19.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 74.11 Edge Score.

Jake Pisano, Providence Catholic (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: RHP/3B
Body: 6-2, 170-pounds. Trim, high-waisted build with room for added strength.
Hit: LHH. Slightly open setup, slight pre-pitch rhythm in the hands, short leg kick stride. Flat swing with easy effort, some feel to use the whole field with line-drives.  60.1 mph bat speed with 6g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (77.3 avg.); 304-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 78 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Active and fluid feet, steady hands with feel for the pocket.
Athletic Testing: 7.69 runner in the 60-yard dash; 17.00-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 58.21 Edge Score.

JJ Quinlan, St. Rita (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-8.7, 155-pounds. Trim, high-waisted build.
Hit: LHH. Balanced setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, step-back stride, linear lower-half. Fluid and loose hands, flat swing with line-drive intent, looks to use the whole field.  64 mph bat speed with 2g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 mph max exit velocity (82.8 avg.); 210-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hands gather out front, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 7.00 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 66.04 Edge Score.

Andrew Radziwon, Lincoln-Way Central (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: 1B/3B
Body: 5-11.9, 200-pounds. Strong, well-proportioned build.
Hit: LHH. Slightly open setup, short stride works back to even, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes strong lower-half. Intentful, works on top of the baseball with a steep path, stayed up the middle of the field.  72.8 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (85.4 avg.); 339-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 79 mph. Compact, easy arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady hands, fields ball out front, shuffle steps on throws.
Athletic Testing: 7.54 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 44.8 Edge Score.

Lacey Rogers Jr., Marian Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 1B/3B
Body: 5-11.7, 185.8-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with some strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride, aggressive lower-half. Bat-speed with strong hands, length through the zone with a slightly uphill path. 62.8 mph bat speed with 13g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 mph max exit velocity (84 avg.); 327-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 79 mph. Athletic arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady, two-hand gather out front, fields ball to body, shuffle steps on throws.
Athletic Testing: 7.42 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.60-inch max vertical jump. 

Ethan Sehmer, Lakes Community (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-11.3, 174.4-pounds. Proportional frame with some strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, toe-tap stride, utilizes lower-half. Easy twitch and bat-speed, hands work direct to the ball, slightly uphill path at times, all fields approach. 68.6 mph bat speed with 21g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 mph max exit velocity (95.7 avg.); 359-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 87 mph. Long arm path, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Plays low to the ground, fields ball out front, easy mover to both sides, clean transfer.
Athletic Testing: 7.27 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge:  Edge Score.

Henry Shower, Jacobs (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: SS/OF
Body: 5-5.9, 139.6-pounds. Athletic, proportional frame.
Hit: LHH. Balanced setup, slight pre-pitch rhythm in the hands, short stride. Uphill swing, looks to elevate up the middle of the field.  61.5 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 mph max exit velocity (81.3 avg.); 313-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 77 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic and bouncy feet, clean mover with range, steady hands with feel for the pocket.
Athletic Testing: 6.71 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.20-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 65.7 Edge Score.

Ryder Sisti, Plainfield Central (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/RHP
Body: 6-1.2, 197-pounds. Proportional frame with some present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, step-back stride, utilizes lower-half. Intentful swing, works on top of the baseball with a steep path, keeps the ball on a line, loud results off the barrel. 65 mph bat speed with 10g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (91.7 avg.); 280-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 80 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Two hand gather, steady and clean hands, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.65 runner in the 60-yard dash; 17.80-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 68.93 Edge Score.

Sawyer Valdez, Sycamore (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/RHP
Body: 5-8.7, 169.5-pounds. Proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Tall, narrow setup, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, stride gains ground, aggressive lower-half. Aggressive and flat swing, flashed lift pull-side with line-drives the same way and up the middle.  67.6 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 100 mph max exit velocity (88.2 avg.); 332-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 82 mph. Long arm action, plays true, carry.
Defense: Two hand gather, shuffle to throw, steady hands with some feel for the pocket.
Athletic Testing: 7.11 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.50-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 81.48 Edge Score.

Davis Venters, Mt. Zion (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: SS/2B
Body: 6-1, 155.4-pounds. Proportional frame with some strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, some rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, no stride, utilizes lower-half. Uphill intent middle and pull-side, length through the zone.  69.5 mph bat speed with 14g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 95 mph max exit velocity (87.9 avg.); 312-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. INF - 79 mph. Clean and athletic arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Soft and confident hands, clean and active feet with feel for the spot.
Athletic Testing: 7.43 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 73.95 Edge Score.

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