Prep Baseball Report

Week in Review: 2029 Rankings + Nov. 24-30


Seth Fromowitz
Prep Baseball Staff

Week in Review returns as 2025 enters the home stretch with a look into the future. The first rankings of the 2029 class were released across the nation with plenty of room for risers and breakouts. Draft HQ continues to reflect on previous drafts, JUCO Wire features previews for the spring, uncommitted spotlights, Prep Baseball Shop deals and more.


RANKINGS - 2029

On The Hunt: On Monday, November 24, Prep Baseball and the states unveiled the initial rankings for the class of 2029. Already the class has shown to be deep and diverse with plenty to be excited for as Prep Baseball scouts follow their journeys. Far from concrete, the initial list serves as a base with more to be added via two-sport athletes, risers, developing prospects and more. From Vice President of Scouting, Shooter Hunt, 15 prospects are highlighted as top prospects and others that can be seen as future risers. More>>

 

****CLICK FOR TOP 200****

Alabama | Arizona | Arkansas | California | Florida | Georgia | Illinois | Indiana | Iowa | Kansas | Louisiana | Maryland/DC | Michigan | Mississippi | Missouri | Nebraska | Nevada | New England | New Jersey | New York | North Carolina | Ohio | Oklahoma | Ontario (Watch List) | Oregon | Pennsylvania | South Carolina | Texas | Utah | Virginia/DC | Washington | Wisconsin |

DRAFT HQ  

2019 MLB Draft: After taking a look at the 2018 MLB Draft the week prior, Director of College Scouting, David Seifert dives back into the draft with the 2019 class. Most notably the year that featured Adley Rutschman going first overall to the Baltimore Orioles, Seifert breaks down the year with its top performing stars at the Major League level, teams who have seen the best results from their picks and more. More>>

For all things draft-related at Prep Baseball such as mock drafts, draft boards, College Crosschecks and more, follow @PB_DraftHQ on X and on the Draft HQ homepage.


JUCO WIRE

Throughout the Fall, Prep Baseball has taken several Junior College events that have featured prospects that can make an impact at the next level. Whether it be at a four-year program, or even having their name called in the 2026 MLB Draft. See leaderboards from fall events and JUCO Scout Days, ‘The Hotlists’ featuring pitchers and position players as well as Quick Hits and standouts by Prep Baseball Scouts on X at @PB_JUCO, Instagram at @pb_juco, Facebook at @PrepBaseballJuco and on the JUCO Wire homepage.

JUCO Spotlights:


UNCOMMITTED

With a focus on year-round scouting and promoting amateur baseball talent from high school to JUCO and college, Prep Baseball scouts have been able to track and capture players at events, showcases and games to share with colleges and professional scouts online and on social media. Follow @PB_Uncommitted on X to see the latest standouts of uncommitted talent.

The Hotlist: Ahead of the 2026 spring season, the ‘Hotlist’ highlights uncommitted pitching prospects from this year’s senior class. These players have stood out to their state’s respected directors at events throughout the fall with high velo, advanced movement profiles, spin rates, command and more. More>>

 

Also read the ‘Hotlist’ from Friday, November 7 on uncommitted position players.

Uncommitted Spotlights:


YouTube

Follow Prep Baseball on YouTube and watch videos such as Draft HQ’s ‘The War Room’ and ‘Recruiting Essentials’, highlights, interviews and replay of the All-American Game, Future Games coverage, Coffee & Curveballs, shorts and more at @prepbaseball.

Check out Prep Baseball’s network of podcasts from the national level to state-specific at prepbaseballreport.com/Prep-Baseball-Podcasts.


EVENTS & TOURNAMENTS

Tournaments: The 2026 Prep Baseball Tournament schedule is now live. From youth to high school, Prep Baseball Tournaments offer events for various age groups at premiere locations across the country. Find a tournament near you and sign up today at tournaments.prepbaseballreport.com.

Preseason ID: Before the 2026 spring season, the Preseason ID event kicks off as an identifier event for scouts and college recruiters to start their list of prospects to follow. Prospects have also shown some of their best performances in the event being at their freshest after rest and targeted off-season training, resulting in big gains, updating their Prep Baseball profile.

Strategically planned throughout each respective state, the Preseason ID event helps find new prospects to add to our following lists and highlight familiar players who are on the rise. See more about an upcoming Preseason ID event near you and sign up.

Fall ID: The Fall serves as a prime opportunity to start your journey into playing baseball at the next level. The Fall ID can help Prep Baseball state scouts identify prospects for events like State Games, Preseason All-State, Top Prospect and national marquee events like Future Games, Super 60 and the All-American Game. See when your state is hosting a Fall ID and find out more on upcoming events and showcases. More>>

Upcoming Fall ID’s:

  • Bakersfield (CA) - Sat. December 6
  • Tempe (AZ) - Sun. December 7
  • South Arkansas - Sat. December 12

Post-Fall ID Coverage:


SHOP

Winter is coming and there’s no better place to stock up on than at the Prep Baseball Shop. Purchase beanies, jackets, sweatshirts, joggers and more for when you’re getting ready for the spring season. Get exclusive Prep Baseball merchandise from Mizuno, limited time sales and FREE SHIPPING on orders $50 or more at shop.prepbaseball.com.

 


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