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PBT Tennessee Open: Scout Blog

July 15, 2026
Chad Biles
Mid-South Assistant Scout

MILLINGTON, TN - The Prep Baseball Mid-South Open returned to USA Stadium in Millington, Tennessee, from June 25-28, bringing together a talented group of teams from across the region for four days of high-level summer baseball. One of the premier stops on the summer circuit, the event provided players with an opportunity to compete against quality competition while showcasing their abilities in front of Prep Baseball staff.

Throughout the weekend, USA Stadium played host to numerous standout performances on both sides of the ball, as prospects from multiple states continued to build momentum heading into the heart of the summer season. With championship aspirations and valuable exposure on the line, the Mid-South Classic once again delivered an impressive collection of talent and competitive action from start to finish.

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PBT Tennessee Open: Scout Blog 📓

2027 1B Braxton Harbin is a primary first baseman and middle of the order left-handed power
bat. Working from a wide stance and low hands, Braxton does a tremendous job of getting his
hands into a slot and creates a launch angle for easy power. Very little extra movement in his
swing mechanics. Braxton has an extra large frame and moves well which should translate to a
power bat at the next level. Braxton has the ability to add more strength that should play well to
his skill set.

2026 OF Tyler Morgan is a Blue Mountain Community College baseball commit and will be a
primary pitcher at the next level. On the mound, Tyler is an upper 80s right handed arm. This
weekend, Tyler proved to be an absolute force at the plate, showing above average bat speed
with multiple extra base hits to both gaps. Tyler uses a slight leg kick for timing that leads to a
very balanced setup. At the next level, he should have the opportunity to be a two way force as
a freshman.


2029 RHP Corbin Ace Downen was the definition of composure in his semifinals start for Beast
National 17U team. Pitching up two age groups, Corbin did not flinch and gave his team an
opportunity to win. Corbin’s arsenal includes a fastball that sits 82-84 MPH and tops out at 85
MPH. He does a good job of working his fastball at the bottom and top of the zone. The
offspeed was equally as impressive and included a curveball that sat 62-64 MPH and was used
as a strike to keep hitters off-balance. Corbin’s strikeout pitch was a slider that had similar
shape as his curveball but was a bit harder at 69-70 MPH and got it out of the zone to get hitters
to chase. Corbin showed a changeup but he did not need it as much in this outing. Corbin will
be a strong follow at the Super Sophomores.


2027 INF Eli Stewart is a switch hitter that hit at the top of the Beast 17U National team lineup.
Eli has a compact frame and profiles as a middle infielder at the next level with a quick twitch
and solid range. Eli is a switch hitting bat that has the ability to slap the ball over the field with a
simple approach and good extension that allows him to stay on plane for a long time with very
little swing and miss. Eli also proved to be a solid right-handed pitcher that filled up the zone in
the low to mid 80s. The definition of a tone setter that will always make a positive impact for
whatever team he is on.


2028 MIF Simon Abel was an eye-opening player from the weekend proving to have above
average twitch at the plate that led to loud barrels and splitting multiple gaps. Simon works with
a toe tap that creates good timing and balance at the plate. He profiles as a top of the order bat
that will be a volume hitter long term. In the field, Simon showed good feet at shortstop and
advanced actions that should keep him in the middle of the field. Simon will be a strong follow
as he should only get better as he moves through the high school ranks.