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Welcome to the Prep Baseball NC High School Scout Blog

As the 2025 spring season unfolds, Prep Baseball NC is dedicated to providing in-depth scouting coverage of high school baseball across North Carolina. Our team of experienced scouts will be attending games throughout the state, evaluating top talent, and delivering comprehensive insights on prospects making an impact.

North Carolina has long been a hotbed for baseball talent, producing standout players who advance to collegiate programs at all levels and generate excitement for the MLB Draft. Through our coverage, we aim to showcase the next wave of rising stars, offering detailed player evaluations, statistical analysis, and video highlights to keep fans, coaches, and scouts informed.

Each week, the NC High School Scout Blog will feature reports on players scouted from recent games, providing an inside look at their skills, potential, and performance. Stay tuned for exclusive content as we bring you the latest on North Carolina’s brightest baseball prospects.

NC High School Scout Blog: Week 4

MLB Draft Prospects

CJ Gray, RHP, A.L. Brown HS, 2025
NC State commit. Long legs and broad shoulders in a 6-foot-2, 200 pound frame. Muscular lower half. Lean frame that will continue to handle strength and weight gains in the coming years. Athletic mover. Oily hips. Has twitch. Simple setup and delivery. Slightly side saddle with a pre-set pivot. Small rocker and lift to the mid-chest. Level and slightly closed through balance, Average stride, landing on-line and square. Excellent back side action, allowing the arm some freedom to get to his release with ease. Long, athletic arm swing. High-3/4 slot. Electric arm speed. Fastball plays with average ride for the velocity. Heavy, and at times late, arm side action. Movement ate bats up, especially when middle in to right handed hitters. Fastball reached