Preseason All-State Underclass: Outfield Analysis
May 21, 2026
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 outfielders from the day, found below.
For a look at the entire event page, click HERE.
TOP 2028 OUTFIELDERS
1. Carver Cohn, McHenry (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 5-foot-9, 163.1-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame.
Hit: SH. LH: Balanced, slightly open setup, RH: Slightly open setup, short leg kick stride works back to even, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. LH: Explosive hands, controls the barrel with feel to use the whole field, RH: Easy with control of the barrel to the whole field, ball jumps off the bat. One of the more polished bats in the state. 66.6 mph bat speed with 17g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 104 mph max exit velocity (93.4 avg.); 378-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 92 mph. Full arm action, athletic and clean, 3/4 slot. Strong, advanced arm strength.
Defense: Athletic with feel, clean and quick feet, athletic and aggressive routes, works through the baseball towards the plate.
Athletic Testing: 6.63 runner in the 60-yard dash.
Vizual Edge: 53.27 Edge Score.
2. Josh Ouimette, Carmel Catholic (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 5-9.7, 192.2-pounds. Well-proportioned frame, some strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Balanced base, quiet hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride, utilizes lower-half. Balanced and handsy swing, natural lift up the middle of the field. 65.5 mph bat speed with 4g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 100 mph max exit velocity (92.7 avg.); 326-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 88 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady actions with feel for the position.
Athletic Testing: 7.29 runner in the 60-yard dash; 19.50-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 76.31 Edge Score.
3. Ryan Pipkins, Champaign Central (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1.4, 173.9-pounds. Well-proportioned, noticeable strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Balanced base, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride, utilizes lower-half. Balanced and simple swing, strong hands with natural lift pull-side. 69.6 mph bat speed with 17g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (90.8 avg.); 356-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 87 mph. Long, loose, high 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks the baseball, fields in stride cleanly.
Athletic Testing: 6.84 runner in the 60-yard dash; 27.00-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 78.98 Edge Score.
4. Jacob Hite, St. Laurence (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1.8, 180-pounds. High-waisted frame, some present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Tall, narrow base, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short toe-tap stride, linear lower-half. Jumps off the barrel with ease, flat swing with lift up the middle and pull-side. 73.4 mph bat speed with 16g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 103 mph max exit velocity (94.1 avg.); 359-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 86 mph. Full and athletic arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: One hand gather out in front, shuffle to throw, field the ball cleanly.
Athletic Testing: 6.80 runner in the 60-yard dash; 26.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 77.97 Edge Score.
5. Luke Crowder, Benet Academy (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 6-2.2, 165-pounds. Wiry, high-waisted frame, room for projection.
Hit: LHH. Open setup, short leg kick stride works back to even, quiet hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Flat and balanced swing, line-drives, easy, uses the whole field. 62.8 mph bat speed with 11g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (87.4 avg.); 308-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 88 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic actions, works through the baseball, clean and athletic routes.
Athletic Testing: 6.85 runner in the 60-yard dash; 27.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 62.25 Edge Score.
6. Barrett Schifferdecker, Loyola Academy (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-2.9, 195-pounds. Strong build, advanced.
Hit: LHH. Balanced base, short stride, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Intent to do damage, short to the ball, intentful finish, generates loft on the ball. 72.2 mph bat speed with 13g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 104 mph max exit velocity (90.5 avg.); 312-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 88 mph. Short arm action, low 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks the baseball, fields cleanly.
Athletic Testing: 6.71 runner in the 60-yard dash; 25.50-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: Edge Score.
7. MJ Castelloni, Fremd (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/3B
Body: 5-11.7, 157-pounds. High-waisted, trim build, room for projection.
Hit: LHH. Slightly open setup, higher leg kick stride works back to even, quiet hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Loose and flat swing with balance, intent to lift at times, worked middle/pull-side. 65.6 mph bat speed with 10g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (88.3 avg.); 342-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 85 mph. Athletic and quick arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic routes, clean feet, attacks the baseball working towards the plate.
Athletic Testing: 7.33 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.80-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 78.69 Edge Score.
8. Lawton Close, Naperville North (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-10.7, 180-pounds. Strong, sturdy frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Balanced base, step-back stride, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Strong hands with bat-speed, works on top of the ball, compact and balanced, hitterish look with control of the barrel. 67.8 mph bat speed with 9g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (92.1 avg.); 327-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 90 mph. Full arm action, with arm speed through release.
Defense: Attacks the baseball, works towards the plate.
Athletic Testing: 7.12 runner in the 60-yard dash; 19.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 76.29 Edge Score.
9. Colton Francisco, Minooka (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: 3B/OF
Body: -, 170-pounds. Proportional frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Balanced base, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short leg lift stride, utilizes lower-half. Quick hands with bat-speed through the zone, flat path, aggressive intent, on the barrel up the middle with some lift. 67 mph bat speed with 11g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 mph max exit velocity (88.4 avg.); 368-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 87 mph. Full and quick arm action, 3/4 slot, looseness through release.
Defense: Full arm action, fields the baseball cleanly on the move.
Athletic Testing: 7.09 runner in the 60-yard dash; 27.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 75.02 Edge Score.
T10. Gavin Helpingstine, Brother Rice (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-11, 185-pounds. Proportional frame with some present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride works back to closed, aggressive lower-half. Strong hands with a longer and flat swing, intent to do damage. 71.4 mph bat speed with 18g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 101 mph max exit velocity (91.7 avg.); 354-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 86 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Fluid feet with feel to change direction, feel to field the ball cleanly.
Athletic Testing: 6.62 runner in the 60-yard dash; 35.40-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 52.17 Edge Score.
T10. Caleb Mease, Wheaton Warrenville South (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 5-11.5, 178.6-pounds. Strong, proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, slightly open setup, some rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, medium leg kick stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Flat swing with length through the zone, balanced and strong. 69.2 mph bat speed with 6g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 mph max exit velocity (92.4 avg.); 316-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 86 mph. Quick, over the top slot.
Defense: Clean actions, with feel to field the baseball cleanly.
Athletic Testing: 7.09 runner in the 60-yard dash; 19.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 76.88 Edge Score.
TOP 2029 OUTFIELDERS
1. Paulie Hobbs, Hanover Central (IN), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1.2, 188.5-pounds. Proportional frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, utilizes strong lower-half. Easy strength with natural lift to the whole field, comfortable going the other way with authority. 67.6 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 mph max exit velocity (89.4 avg.); 336-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 89 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks and works through the baseball, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.23 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.10-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 70.45 Edge Score.
2. Mason Koth, Jacobs (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1.8, 181.9-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame, projectable.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, some rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Balanced with strength, easy and simple operation with body control, lifted contact up the middle with loud results. 51.2 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (87.9 avg.); 321-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 85 mph. Athletic arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic routes to the baseball, clean feet, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.02 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 78.63 Edge Score.
3. Cylis Rainey, Mount Carmel (IN), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 5-11.5, 180-pounds. Lean build with some physicality.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, short leg kick stride works back to even, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Easy strength with natural lift, balanced and gets to his strength easily. 66.5 mph bat speed with 15g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 mph max exit velocity (89.7 avg.); 320-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 91 mph. Quick arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean with feel, athletic actions with steady hands and feel for the pocket.
Athletic Testing: 7.08 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.50-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 67.86 Edge Score.
4. Tyler Lanzi, Providence Catholic (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-0, 160-pounds. Athletic, proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Athletic with twitch, flat swing with line-drive intent, flashed lift up the middle, balanced. 64.6 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 88 mph max exit velocity (78.9 avg.); 270-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 82 mph. Athletic, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic actions with feel for the position, attacks the baseball in rhythm.
Athletic Testing: 6.83 runner in the 60-yard dash; 27.80-inch max vertical jump.
T5. Theo Schroedter, DePaul College Prep (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1.9, 155-pounds. Trim, high-waisted frame with room for projection.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride, aggressive lower-half. Longer swing while working on top of the ball, flashed flat and on-plane, uses levers well, whippy. 64 mph bat speed with 5g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 mph max exit velocity (79.5 avg.); 277-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 91 mph. Clean and quick arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks the baseball aggressively, fields the baseball out in front working towards the plate.
Athletic Testing: 7.40 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 71.12 Edge Score.
T5. Grant Spackey, Nazareth Academy (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-1, 155-pounds. Athletic, high-waisted frame with room for projection.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short toe-tap stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Flat and handsy, balanced with middle of the field results, used the whole field at times, easy strength. 55.1 mph bat speed with 6g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 mph max exit velocity (77.3 avg.); 301-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 82 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean actions, works through the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 7.28 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.20-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 69.16 Edge Score.
BEST OF THE REST (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY)
Jay Baird, Hinsdale Central (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: RHP/OF
Body: 6-3.5, 175-pounds. High-waisted, long-levered frame.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, short leg kick stride works back to even, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Creates a stretch into footstrike, loose hands with some natural lift to the middle of the field. 69.5 mph bat speed with 12g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 mph max exit velocity (89.2 avg.); 334-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 84 mph. Full arm action, low 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean actions, steady hands, works through the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 6.77 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.30-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 81.62 Edge Score.
Braxton Bruns, Rochelle Township High School (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-0.5, 170-pounds. Proportional frame, some present strength.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Longer flat swing, works on top of the baseball, creates leverage up the middle. 61.3 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 89 mph max exit velocity (77.4 avg.); 265-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 85 mph. Clean arm action with whip and arm speed through release, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks the baseball, one hand gather out front, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.38 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 56.14 Edge Score.
Chase Carithers, Nazareth Academy (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-0, 186-pounds. Proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride works back to even, utilizes lower-half. Flat swing, intentful, can match plane with some feel to use the whole field. 68.4 mph bat speed with 11g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 mph max exit velocity (82.4 avg.); 272-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 82 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: One hand gather out front, shuffle to throw.
Athletic Testing: 7.33 runner in the 60-yard dash; 18.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: Edge Score.
Drew Carlson, Plainfield North (IL), 2029
Positional Profile: OF/C
Body: 5-9.5, 129.6-pounds. Trim build, room for projection.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, short leg kick stride, quiet hands pre-pitch, utilizes lower-half. Loose and whippy, handsy swing, balanced, flat swing while working the middle of the field. 66.1 mph bat speed with 8g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 mph max exit velocity (79 avg.); 293-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 79 mph. Athletic and clean arm action, 3/4 slot with arm speed.
Defense: Athletic mover with clean routes and actions, soft hands with feel for the pocket.
Athletic Testing: 7.19 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.40-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: Edge Score.
Louie Franczak, Addison Trail (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/OF
Body: 5-10.3, 180-pounds. High-waisted frame, room for projection.
Hit: RHH. Open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Works on top of the baseball with line-drive intent and backpsin up the middle. 63.3 mph bat speed with 11g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (87.1 avg.); 240-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 76 mph. Short arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks the baseball, one hand gather out in front.
Athletic Testing: 6.90 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.00-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 61.38 Edge Score.
Hayven Gamboa, Mount Carmel (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: C/OF
Body: 5-9.1, 160-pounds. High-waisted frame with some present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Slightly open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, toe-tap stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Handsy, quick hands with bat speed through the zone, up the middle/pull-side approach. 67.6 mph bat speed with 5g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 94 mph max exit velocity (88.1 avg.); 287-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. C - 73 mph. OF - 87 mph. OF: Clean and athletic, compact action, 3/4 slot. C: Compact arm path, 3/4 slot.
Defense: 1.90-2.00 pop time range; OF: Athletic and fluid actions, attacks the ball in rhythm. C: Quick mover, clean transfer, works in-line, accurate throws.
Athletic Testing: 6.81 runner in the 60-yard dash; 25.20-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 79.79 Edge Score.
Evangelo Georganas, Hinsdale Central (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/SS
Body: 5-8.6, 175-pounds. Proportional frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Slightly open setup, rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Strong hands, easy and balanced, flat swing, works to keep the ball on a line to the whole field. 62.2 mph bat speed with 6g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 87 mph max exit velocity (77.5 avg.); 281-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 80 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic, quick feet with clean routes to the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 7.66 runner in the 60-yard dash; -inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 76.46 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.
Vizual Edge: Edge Score.
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.
Vizual Edge: Edge Score.
Grady Hopkins, St Charles North (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 6-1.1, 178-pounds. Well-proportioned frame with present strength throughout.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, quiet hands pre-pitch, minimal stride, utilizes lower-half. Works on top of the baseball, middle of the field intent, some natural lift up the middle at times, balanced through impact. 68.9 mph bat speed with 18g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 97 mph max exit velocity (90.5 avg.); 367-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 77 mph. Full arm action, loose, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Attacks the baseball out in front.
Athletic Testing: 6.79 runner in the 60-yard dash; 23.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 72.43 Edge Score.
Trey Hrasky, O'Fallon (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/LHP
Body: 6-0.9, 170-pounds. High-waisted frame, some strength throughout.
Hit: LHH. Balanced base, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short leg kick stride, utilizes lower-half. Easy flick of the barrel, natural lift pull-side and up the middle. 66.1 mph bat speed with 16g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 mph max exit velocity (85.7 avg.); 352-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 85 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Athletic actions, attacks the baseball.
Athletic Testing: 6.71 runner in the 60-yard dash; 25.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 86.84 Edge Score.
Collin Lawlor, Marist (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: LHP/OF
Body: 6-1.3, 196-pounds. Lean, high-waisted build.
Hit: LHH. Upright, slightly open setup, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, stride works back to even, linear lower-half. Works on top of the baseball, easy swing with balance, flat path, used the whole field. 70.2 mph bat speed with 7g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 mph max exit velocity (89.7 avg.); 310-foot max batted distance.
Arm: LH. OF - 84 mph. Full, athletic arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean mover, feel for the pocket, works towards the plate.
Athletic Testing: 7.55 runner in the 60-yard dash; 20.70-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 68.9 Edge Score.
Tyler Manning, Geneva (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/RHP
Body: 6-3.2, 178.1-pounds. Trim, high-waisted frame, room for projection.
Hit: RHH. Balanced base, short stride, slight rhythm in the hands pre-pitch. Easy and simple swing, feel to shoot it the other way and use the whole field. 63.4 mph bat speed with 10g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 91 mph max exit velocity (87.3 avg.); 298-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 84 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot, loose and whippy.
Defense: Athletic actions with clean and fluid routes, easy range.
Athletic Testing: 6.95 runner in the 60-yard dash; 26.00-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 79.49 Edge Score.
Sam Steele, Naperville North (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF/OF
Body: 5-11.5, 171.3-pounds. Athletic, proportional frame.
Hit: RHH. Wider base, slightly open setup, quiet hands pre-pitch, linear lower-half. Twitchy and flat swing, some feel to use the whole field, comfortable going the other way. 74.5 mph bat speed with 16g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 93 mph max exit velocity (85.6 avg.); 334-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 81 mph. Full arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Steady actions, attacks the baseball, clean mover with range.
Athletic Testing: 7.11 runner in the 60-yard dash; 24.90-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 76.35 Edge Score.
Quinn Sutherland, Marist (IL), 2028
Positional Profile: OF
Body: 6-1.1, 160-pounds. Trim, high-waisted build, room for projection.
Hit: LHH. Wider base, some rhythm in the hands pre-pitch, short stride, utilizes lower-half. Longer flat path, loose and whippy. 64.8 mph bat speed with 9g of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 mph max exit velocity (85.6 avg.); 265-foot max batted distance.
Arm: RH. OF - 79 mph. Clean and loose arm action, 3/4 slot.
Defense: Clean and athletic routes, feel for the pocket.
Athletic Testing: 7.19 runner in the 60-yard dash; 22.60-inch max vertical jump.
Vizual Edge: 64.63 Edge Score.
