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Week In Review: Jan 1-11

January 12, 2026
Seth Fromowitz
Prep Baseball Staff

Week in Review returns to preview what's in store for Prep Baseball in 2026. Draft HQ begins to answer questions that are in the air regarding the 2026 MLB Draft along with previewing the 24th annual Super 60 Pro Showcase on Sunday, February 1. The Preseason ID events are in full swing, preparing players and scouts for the spring season, the launch of Capacity Sports Group, previews from JUCO Wire, uncommitted spotlights, Prep Baseball Shop deals and more.

CAPACITY SPORTS GROUP

 

On Wednesday, January 7, Prep Baseball and Bullpen Tournaments announced the completion of their merger and the launch of 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 (𝐂𝐒𝐆). The combined organization is the nation’s only fully integrated venue management and youth sports platform, uniting facilities, events, scouting, media, technology, and teams under one operating model.

Read the full press release on the merger here.

ABCA

From Thursday, January 8 to Sunday, January 12, the 2026 American Baseball Coaches Association held its annual convention in Columbus, Ohio. Throughout the event, Prep Baseball and its partners were set up providing coaches with the latest on the evolution in scouting, development, technology and more in the world of baseball.

PROSPECT+

 

Take control in 2026 with the revamped Prospect+ subscription. Now featuring the ability to upload your own videos to your profile and $100 in showcase credit, subscribers will have access to full profile management, video downloads, college databases and more. Subscribe today here.

2025 IN REVIEW

 

From record-breaking moments and standout performances on a national stage, to keeping up with the frenzy of the MLB Draft, 2025 proved to be a landmark year for Prep Baseball. With marquee showcases, tournaments, draft coverage, rankings and player spotlights, the past calendar year highlighted the depth of coverage and opportunities that shape Prep Baseball. Setting up across the country, Canada and Taiwan, we recap the biggest events, prospects and storylines that made an impact in 2025 for Prep Baseball. More>>

DRAFT HQ  

What’s in Store?: Within the first week of 2026, the Draft HQ staff began to consider what questions have already and may arise ahead of the MLB Draft. Who will separate themselves and how, sleepers to rise, projections, predictions and more amongst prep and college prospects. More>>

 

Super 60: Less than one month away from the 24th Super 60 Pro Showcase on Sunday, February 1, this year’s roster is loaded with some of the classes’ top-ranked talent. Historically, the event has featured the likes of 2025 8th overall pick, JoJo Parker (Toronto Blue Jays, Purvis, MS), 2024 25th overall pick, Kash Mayfield (San Diego Padres, Elk City, OK), 2023 3rd overall pick Max Clark (Detroit Tigers, Franklin, IN) and more. Before this year’s graduating class makes their way to Chicago, Ill. see more on the buzz heading into the first marquee event of the year. More>>

 

The ‘Hotlist’: In the first ‘Hotlist’ of 2026, Prep Baseball scouting directors gave their picks for 2026 draft-eligible prospects that excite them to watch in the upcoming spring. Across the country and in Canada, the list includes talent that’s been featured in marquee events such as the All-American Game, Futures Game and some are slated to appear at the upcoming Super 60 along with other prospects who can elevate their stock. 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:

ICYMI - Preseason Top-100: The JUCO landscape remains a hotbed for talent that can make an impact at the next level. With the fall schedule wrapped up, Prep Baseball scouts have had plenty of action to sit on and help evaluate who’s the best of the best across the country. Ahead of the new year with under two months until the NJCAA season, Prep Baseball’s JUCO Wire ranks the preseason top-100 JUCO prospects entering the 2026 spring. More>>

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.

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.

Upcoming Preseason IDs:

  • Columbia (SC) - Saturday, Jan. 17
  • LakePoint (GA) - Saturday, Jan. 17
  • East Georgia - Sunday, Jan. 18
  • Atlanta (GA) - Sunday, Jan. 18
  • East Valley (AZ) - Sunday, Jan. 18
  • South Mississippi - Sunday, Jan. 18
  • Bay Area (CA) - Sunday, Jan. 18
  • Aurora (IL) - Monday, Jan. 19
  • Tulsa (OK) - Monday, Jan. 19
  • Central Mississippi - Monday, Jan. 19
  • Las Vegas (NV) Session 1 - Wednesday, Jan. 21

Post-Preseason ID Coverage:

See more on standout performances and national leaderboards from the Preseason ID in ‘The Winter Pulse’.

Rising Stars ID: Geared towards the 13U and 14U prospects in the classes of 2030 and 2031, the Rising Stars ID serves as an introductory event to Prep Baseball. A starting point for any player with aspirations to play at the next level, the Rising Stars is an educational experience that guides a prospect through the process of a showcase.

The event takes players through the basic skills testing with a more hands-on approach from scouting directors and staff to help create the baseline for prospects to improve upon in their careers. It will also introduce them to the data aspects behind the technology that sets Prep Baseball and its evaluation apart. The Rising Stars ID will also act as an identifier for future events such as the Junior Future Games at LakePoint Sports and provide an early preview into players who may end up on Prep Baseball rankings. See more about an upcoming Rising Stars ID event near you and sign up.

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.

WHAT’S TRENDING

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