PA Class of 2026: Spring Rankings Update

March 23, 2026
Prep Baseball Pennsylvania Staff

We recently concluded another comprehensive preseason showcase circuit across the Keystone State, and the Class of 2026 continued to affirm its status as one of the most competitive and well‑rounded groups in the country. Entering a pivotal stage in their high school careers, this group has further solidified Pennsylvania’s reputation for producing high‑caliber talent.

The top of the board remains anchored by established names, Turlij holds steadily onto the number 1 spot and Luke Williams rises to the number 2 spot after an impressive Super 60 performance. Several players made notable climbs following standout performances at our Northeast ProCase, demonstrating measurable gains in strength, athleticism, and overall tool development.

As the Class of 2026 enters its final high school season, this group steps into a pivotal stretch of its baseball journey. With college commitments solidifying and roles expanding at the varsity level, this spring represents the last opportunity for these prospects to make their mark before transitioning to the next stage of their careers. The experience, maturity, and competitive edge they’ve developed over the past three years are now on full display as they prepare for one final run.

++ FULL RANKINGS HERE++

TOP 10

Jerek Turlij RHP / 2B / North East, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 1 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 49 / POS: 12

‘26 Jerek Turlij (PA, @PennStateBASE)

FB: 9️⃣4️⃣-9️⃣7️⃣
SL: 82-84

Athletic 6’1” frame with loose arm showing quickness out front.

Dominant spring (148 Ks in 56.2 innings‼️)

📈#MLBDraft || @PrepBaseballPA pic.twitter.com/nlKu5DumAi
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) August 9, 2025

Luke Williams SS / OF / Franklin Regional, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 2 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 113 / POS: 32

‘26 SS/CF Luke Williams (PA,@VandyBoys)

1️⃣0️⃣4️⃣+ exits with semi-uphill path driving balls in the air with authority. Athletic base with strong wrists.

6.48 runner with tantalizing tools. #Super60 || #MLBDraft || @PB_DraftHQ pic.twitter.com/U3izjBe5bp
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) February 1, 2026

Nolan Stefaniak RHP / 1B / butler area senior high school, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 3 / POS: 2 OverallRank: 126 / POS: 42

⚡️ ‘26 Nolan Stefaniak (PA) ⚡️
- @PennStateBASE // @maruccispikes

Dynamic mover, struck out 1️⃣1️⃣ over 4 shutout innings. Mainly FB/SL mix with heavy S/M induced. #PBFG24 alum.

FB: 93-94
SL: 81-83
CH: 83-85@ShooterHunt @ocker_n @PrepBaseballPA | #MAPI2025 pic.twitter.com/JDyZT5L5Xq
— Cole Ledger (@LedgerPBR) June 13, 2025

Kyle Casteel RHP / RHP / Butler Area Shs, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 4 / POS: 3 OverallRank: 127 / POS: 43

‘26 Kyle Casteel (PA, @WVUBaseball)

FB: 88-91 (1900)
CB: 77-78 (2500, manipulated, depth)
CH: 81-84

6’5” 205 frame w/ plenty of projection. Workhorse type. 3 for strikes w/ quick athletic arm & look. Much more on the way. Like the upside. #ECP25 || @EastCoastPro1 || #MLBDraft pic.twitter.com/Tb8pIJNAlf
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) August 3, 2025

Daniel Kellis RHP / OF / Radnor, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 5 / POS: 4 OverallRank: 155 / POS: 47

2026 RHP Daniel Kellis (Radnor HS, PA)@PennBaseball Commit

FB: 91-94💥
SL: 78-81
CH: 81-85

The No. 2 ovr player in PA worked thru 2 innings on short rest. FB was lively w/ plenty of ASR. CH fell off the table. Worked the tight SL for strikes. 📈
Fun arm talent to watch.… pic.twitter.com/4X3GXrHXx6
— Nate Goranson (@NathanGoranson) May 10, 2025

Brady Abate OF / Malvern Prep, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 6 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 174 / POS: 33

2026 OF Brady Abate (Malvern Prep, PA); 5-10 190 lbs@WakeBaseball Commit

A top performance of the entire event. Advanced swing mechanics w/ great feel for the barrel✔️

Max EV: 103.4‼️

Low pulse. Easy pop💥@bradyabate3 | @PrepBaseballPA | @ShooterHunt | @The_BPCsj |… pic.twitter.com/YNr2TpTpxk
— Nate Goranson (@NathanGoranson) February 3, 2026

Ryan Fuller RHP / Avon Grove, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 7 / POS: 5 OverallRank: 181 / POS: 57

‘26 RHP Ryan Fuller (Avon Grove)@ryanfuller30

6-1, 185lbs @PennStateBASE commit

Creates a tough, lower 3/4 angle with arm side run (4.9ft Release HT). Fills up the zone. FB has hop/life.

FB 90-91
SL: 81-83
CH: 83-84#NEProCase pic.twitter.com/nLZdnm5htP
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PrepBaseballPA) February 9, 2025

Keller Bradley RHP / OF / Pennsbury, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 8 / POS: 6 OverallRank: 183 / POS: 59

‘26 Keller Bradley (PA, @VandyBoys)

FB: 91-94 (2400+, sizzle down, hvy)
SLV: 74-77 (2500, gradual, m2c)

6’6” frame continues to trend 📈 w/ elite projection. EZ aggression w/ deceptive cross step. 3/4 slot. One of the top pure arm talents in class@PrepBaseballPA | @DanCevette pic.twitter.com/TsUMDw6ehP
— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) April 22, 2025

Andrew Cross SS / 3B / Moon Area, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 9 / POS: 2 OverallRank: 247 / POS: 62

2026 SS Andrew Cross (Moon Area)#PBFG24 standout continues to trend ⬆️

Lives on the barrel with present power to the pull-side, low pulse that produces in game👍🏼@PennStateBASE Commit

👟: 6.76
EV: 106
💪🏼: 91#NEProcase @ShooterHunt // @PrepBaseballPA pic.twitter.com/HK5NwnBJ14
— Nathan Ocker (@ocker_n) February 7, 2026

Hunter Strohm C / 1B / Lower Dauphin, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 10 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 366 / POS: 21

.@HailStateBB ‘26 C/1B Hunter Strohm (Lower Dauphin, PA)

No. 2 C in PA at 6-2, 210. Loudest round of the day with a 107 MPH EV and 417 ft max distance 💣
Runs a sneaky 7.09 60YD at his physically imposing frame.
Defensively: 80 MPH out of the crouch, 1.92-1.97 POP.
Two-sport… pic.twitter.com/xBIWYXxuBy
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPB) January 20, 2026