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2026 Prep Baseball Future Games: TN MVP & MVPitcher

July 30, 2026
Prep Baseball Tennessee Staff

EMERSON, GA - The 2026 Prep Baseball Future Games took place July 22-25 at the LakePoint Sports Complex, drawing 495 college coaches from across the country to evaluate the nation’s top uncommitted talent in the 2028 class.

Team Tennessee made the most of the spotlight, turning heads with a strong showing during both the workout session and three days of competitive gameplay.

Today, we take a look at the Team MVP & MVPitcher for Tennessee.

 

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MOST VALUABLE PLAYER

Brett Paciorek SS / LHP / IMG Academy, TN / 2028

Brett Paciorek earned Team Tennessee Future Games MVP honors after impacting the game in every facet throughout the weekend. At the plate, he was nearly unstoppable, going 4-for-5 with two triples, three stolen bases, and four walks, consistently finding ways to get on base and create scoring opportunities with his speed and aggressive style of play. Paciorek also contributed on the mound, tossing a scoreless outing while allowing just one hit and recording a strikeout. His ability to influence the game both offensively and defensively, paired with his athleticism and versatility, made him the catalyst for Team Tennessee and a deserving choice as the team's Most Valuable Player.

MOST VALUABLE PITCHER

McClain Ridler LHP / OF / Summit, TN / 2028

McClain Ridler earned Team Tennessee Future Games MVPitcher honors after a dominant scoreless performance on the mound, allowing just one hit while striking out two. The Summit High School right-hander showcased an advanced three-pitch mix, leading with a lively 86-88 mph fastball that touched 89.1 mph and produced 2100-2399 RPM. He complemented it with a sharp 76-78 mph slider that consistently kept hitters off balance, while also mixing in a quality 75-78 mph changeup with 1500-1800 RPM, giving him a reliable weapon against opposite-handed hitters.

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