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Updated Class of 2028 Player Rankings (March)

Throughout the winter we were all over the state, scouting numerous prospects and seeing many new names come to the forefront of the recruiting scene. With that information, we are updating each of our class rankings based off what we have seen.

As the spring season gets close to its start, we will take a look at "Top 10 Updates", "Notable Risers”, and "The Newcomers".

To view the Class Rankings, click below:

• Class of 2026 | Class of 2027 | Class of 2028 | Class of 2029

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• Uncommitted Spotlights | Commitment Insider | Overall News

To view the entire Class of 2028 rankings, please click here.

Top 10 Updates

Seth Maybury 1B / RHP / ArchBishop Moeller, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 7 / POS: 1 Report: The sophomore two-way has a chance to see significant time on the mound for the Crusaders, a rare occurrence on a pitching staff typically loaded with top end arms. While his impact initially could be on the hill, if he manages to find his way into the lineup it could be tough to get him out of there.

Ethan O'Byrne LHP / 1B / Massillon Jackson, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 9 / POS: 1 Report: Ethan had a dominant fall and winter and looks to be Jackson’s next premier pitching prospect in a long line of them. The Polar Bears will benefit from Ethan’s upper 80’s fastball and 3-pitch secondary mix. Will also swing it for Jackson. Expecting him to have a lot of phone calls come Aug 1.

Risers

Matthew Ramsey RHP / OF / Archbishop Hoban, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 14 / POS: 2 Report: Upper 8s to low 9s arm at Hoban who should be set to have a big impact this spring after a strong offseason. Ramsey climbs into the Top 20 for the first time. Good competitor who performed well at Super Sophomore Games in the fall. High follow.

Jonny Kievman SS / RHP / Norton, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 23 / POS: 4 Report: Hit .480+ this fall and was up to 87-88, potential two-way at the next level. Should get on a lot of radars through the spring and early summer. Poised to have a productive spring at Norton.

Lucas Yoder SS / RHP / Massillon Jackson, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 56 / POS: 11 Report: Tooled up infielder with potential to continue to add polish and seasoning through the spring. Will be a good player to follow this summer as he heads out to compete on the circuit. The raw tools could open some eyes.

Jay Lackmeyer OF / SS / Archbishop Mcnicholas, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 18 / POS: 4 Report: Projecting a huge spring for Jay. The talented outfielder has gotten bigger, faster and stronger this offseason. He finds himself squarely in the conversation as one of the top OF in the class.

Newcomers

Victor Rodriguez LHP / 1B / East High School, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 39 / POS: 6 Report: A super talented two-way player, this big lefty is a smart hitter who utilizes the entire field. His fastball sat 85-86 MPH in the fall and features arm-side run, complemented by a good slider. He projects easily at the mid major level with potential to rise higher.

Zaiden Rosario C / RHP / Amherst Steele, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 42 / POS: 8 Report: An eye-opening day at Northern Ohio Preseason All-State finds Rosario in hunt for recognition as one of the top catchers in the class. Was 84 from the crouch with some of the quickest transfers we’ve seen all year. High follow at Steele this spring where he’ll get a ton of innings behind the plate.

Tucker Coleman RHP / OF / Calvert Catholic Schools, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 50 / POS: 11 Report: Strong framed 6-3, 205-pound righty with a fastball that comes out of his hand well with a 2367 spin rate. Showed off three pitches at the Northwest Ohio Preseason All-State Showcase, with the curveball and changeup accompaning the fastball. Look for Coleman to lead his Calvert squad this team this spring to a long tourney run.

Quinn Schmidt 3B / SS / McDonald High School, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 52 / POS: 6 Report: Quinn possesses one of the better looking right-handed swings in Northeast Ohio. As a two-sport athlete who is still growing into his frame, he projects as an elite bat and potential Division I prospect, capable of playing both corner and middle infield positions.

Carson Fister LHP / 1B / Northmont, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 79 / POS: 8 Report: A significant player to monitor is the big left-handed throwing two-way from Dayton, who had an impressive showing at the P413 scout day, up to 88 on the mound and upper 9’s in BP.. He’ll look to make an impact for Northmont this spring.

Harrison Wyse RHP / SS / Archbold, OH / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 58 / POS: 12 Report: Up to 90.8 on the bump, this 6-1, 185-pound righty opened eyes at the South Oakland A's Scout Day in early March. Showed off three pitches, with the slider and changeup complimenting his fastball. Loose arm. One to follow this spring.

***** To view the entire rankings, please click here.