Quick Hitters: Raleigh Preseason ID Pitchers

March 5, 2026
Brandon Hall
NC / Mid-ATL Director of Scouting

Raleigh Preseason ID: Nearly 40 Prospects Open March with Pro-Style Workout

On Sunday, March 1, 2026, close to 40 players gathered at Pro 3:5 Sports in Raleigh, NC for the Raleigh Preseason ID. The state-of-the-art facility provided a dynamic setting for a complete, pro-style evaluation, allowing scouts to collect verified data while also seeing players move in a realistic defensive environment.

The workout followed a similar structure to the Wilmington Preseason ID, beginning with athletic testing. Players ran a laser-timed 30-yard sprint, giving scouts an objective look at straight-line speed before transitioning into defensive evaluations. The layout at Pro 3:5 Sports allowed for full catcher pop times and nearly a complete infield setup, creating quality looks at footwork, exchanges, arm strength, and overall defensive actions.

Following defensive work, hitters and pitchers split into their final evaluations. Position players moved into batting practice with ball flight data and swing metrics captured through TrackMan and BLAST Motion, providing measurable feedback on bat speed, efficiency, and contact quality. At the same time, pitchers threw controlled bullpens with TrackMan tracking velocity, spin traits, and pitch movement profiles.

Over the coming days, we will break down individual standouts, dive into statistical leaderboards, and highlight emerging names from the 2026–2029 classes as the spring season gets underway.

Click Here to see the full roster, stats, and analytic leaders from the event.

QUICK HITTERS - PITCHERS

Class of 2027

Tyler Eason, SS/2B, East Bladen High, 2027
Impressive spin on the breaking ball, nearing 2400rpm with the average. Good tilt and action that should create swing and miss capability. Max Fastball: 83.0 mph Avg Fastball IVB: 14.2 in

Hunter Hollingsworth, 1B/RHP, Ayden-Grifton, 2027
Lean frame. Easy arm action. Good direction. Avg Fastball IVB: 18.3 in Max Fastball: 80.0 mph

Cooper Redfern, RHP, Eastern Carolina Academy, 2027
Ran the fastball up to 84.0 mph, and featured hard, boring action on the fastball with advanced solid movement. Splitter spun under 700rpm with late action. Max Fastball: 84.0 mph Avg Slider Spin: 1951 rpm

Class of 2028

Kasen Berry, LHP/OF, Person, 2028
Solid mover down the hill with a clean arm. Positioned to take jumps as he continues to mature. Max Fastball: 83.0 mph Avg Fastball IVB: 16.3 in

Cianan Braundel, SS/RHP, Greenfield School, 2028
Showed solid spin on the heater, resulting in late life and jump, and featured a sharp 11/5 breaker that consistently spun over 2463 rpm. Avg Curveball Spin: 2463 rpm Avg Fastball Spin: 2199 rpm

Sam Burns, SS/RHP, Middle Creek, 2028
Showed natural sink and run that will induce ground balls consistently. Similar window from teh fastball and slider. Avg Slider Spin: 2174 rpm Avg Fastball Spin: 2143 rpm

Zach Ennis, 1B/RHP, Pro5 Academy, 2028
Around the zone consistently with two pitches. Solid direction down the hill. Avg Curveball Spin: 2146 rpm Avg Fastball Spin: 2073 rpm

Hunter Hall, 1B/RHP, Rockingham County High, 2028
Filled the strike zone effectively. Youthful build. Positioned for jumps in stuff as he continues to add strength and quickness. Max Fastball: 73.0 mph Avg Curveball Spin: 1623 rpm

Ryland Hill, OF/RHP, Clayton High School, 2028
Exhibited solid carry on the heater with 18.1 inches of induced vertical break. Breaking ball in the zone. Avg Fastball IVB: 18.1 in Avg Fastball Spin: 2067 rpm

SAM SAXENMEYER, OF/RHP, Holly Springs High School, 2028
Unleashed a heavy fastball that reached 84.0 mph. Max Fastball: 84.0 mph Avg Slider Spin: 1763 rpm

Class of 2029

Jarrod Burch Jr., OF/LHP, Southern Lee High School, 2029
Competed in the zone with a multi-pitch mix, highlighted by a 72.0 mph fastball. Max Fastball: 72.0 mph Avg Curveball Spin: 1675 rpm

Nolan Hare, 1B/RHP, Junius H Rose, 2029
Competed in the zone with a multi-pitch mix, highlighted by a 71.0 mph fastball. Max Fastball: 71.0 mph Avg Curveball Spin: 1893 rpm

Grayson Kohn, C/RHP, Panther Creek, 2029
Showed a solid feel for a repeating delivery, working the fastball up to 78.0 mph. Max Fastball: 78.0 mph Avg Curveball Spin: 2062 rpm