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PBT Rock Open: Takeaways

July 3, 2025
Wisconsin Scouting Staff

This past weekend, we continued our tournament circuit with the PBT Rock Open in Franklin, WI. This open event hosted 80 teams from around the state and surrounding states, with the ages ranging from 14-17U. Continue reading below to see some of the standouts from the weekend. 

14U

5 Star Wisconsin 14U

C Jack Bennett (Oshkosh North, 2029)
Bennett would show an intriguing left-handed bat this past weekend, acting as a consistent top-of-the-order presence for his 5 Star squad. A whole-fields, line-drive oriented bat, Bennett showed developing feel for the barrel throughout the weekend, with gamer traits littered throughout his present offensive and defensive toolset. Developing 5-foot-6, 175-pound frame with some present strength.

CIF Owen Dukelow (Oshkosh North, 2029)
Dukelow was a standout at the PBT Youth World Series and would continue to show well this past weekend with an above-average power tool at this present stage. A controlled, aggressive approach with loft-based intentions, Dukelow sought to make the most of his advanced strength across all of his at-bats. Strong 6-foot, 220-pound frame. Name to follow in Wisconsin’s emerging 2029 class.

OF/LHP Max Verhagen (Appleton North, 2029)
Verhagen would show a developing two-way profile during 5 Star’s Saturday matchup. At the plate, the left-handed bat would go 1-for-3, showcasing a loose bat with developing bat speed and a line-drive oriented approach. On the mound, the left-handed arm would throw a complete game, collecting four strikeouts across seven innings of work. Verhagen’s present feel for the game stands out and should make him a name to follow as he enters the high school ranks. Lean frame with room for added strength.

Illinois Hit Dogs Rossi 

SS Mario Mora (Romeoville, 2029) 
One of the most intriguing 2029s to come out of the weekend was Mario Mora. The shortop is a long-limbed, wiry frame and was showing maturity for his age. The right-handed hitter went 2-for-3 with a pair of line drive singles. Setting up is an athletic, slightly open stance, with hands set high by the ears. A simple three-toe-tap load with quick hands working a line drive approach through the ball. At shortstop, Mora shows confident, fluid actions, with clean arm action. With present room to continue to grow in his frame, Mora will be an interesting name to follow in the Illinois class of 2029. 

Impact Sports Academy Royal

OF Eli Shepard (Freedom, 2029)
A name who has stood out to our staff at various points this summer, Shepherd would continue to show a quality RHH/OF profile with athleticism littered throughout his present toolset. At the plate, the rising freshman showed a simple operation with a line-drive approach, and all-field tendencies. 5-foot-9, 135-pound frame with room for added strength. 

SS/RHP Teagan Tate (Oconto Falls, 2029)
Set to represent Team Wisconsin at the 2025 Junior Future Games, Tate would show a developing two-way profile during ISA’s Saturday matchup. At the plate, the right-handed bat would go 1-for-3 with an RBI and a walk, showing a quality line-drive approach and developing bat speed. On the mound, the right-handed arm would throw six innings of quality baseball en route to earning the win. Working from a 3/4s release with developing arm speed and some presenting athleticism, Tate would showcase a fastball up to 78 mph that showed some carry. A strong 6-foot-2, 185-pound frame, Tate is a must-follow in Wisconsin’s 2029 class. 

Slammers Black 2029

RHP/3B Brady Goldberg (Vernon Hills, 2029) 
Goldberg would show a quality two-way profile this past weekend with a solid LHH/3B offensive toolset along with an intriguing mix on the mound. At the plate, the rising freshman would show a line-drive oriented bat with developing feel for the barrel. On the mound, the right-handed arm would show a quality profile during his Saturday start. Would show a quality two-pitch mix which included a mid-to-upper-70s fastball and a 63-65 mph spike changeup that generated whiffs throughout his outing. Showed obvious intelligence and poise on the mound, manipulating tempo throughout his start. Developing 5-foot-7, 126-pound frame.

MIF Charlie Izenstark (Hersey, 2029)
Izenstark would show an athletic up-the-middle profile this past weekend with above-average actions on both sides of the ball. At the plate, the right-handed bat showed a line-drive approach, taking selfless at-bats out of the leadoff spot. Defensively, showed confident hands and athletic footwork. Name to follow in Illinois’ 2029 class.

1B Ben Sutphen (New Trier, 2029)
Presenting an intriguing 6-foot-1, 162-pound frame with present athleticism and developing strength, Sutphen would show a quality right-handed bat throughout the weekend. With some present feel for the barrel and developing bat speed, Sutphen has the early makings of an above-average bat as he enters the high school ranks. Defensively, showed fringy actions with developing instincts. 

15U

5-Star Wisconsin 15U - Wick 

RHP Benton Vande Berg (Markesan, 2028) 
Another strong outing from right-handed pitcher Benton Vande Berg. Standing in as a 5-foot-7, 165-pound frame, Vande Berg tossed five innings, allowing two runs on two hits, while striking out eight. This time around, the righty flashed a three-pitch mix with the fastball sitting 80-83 mph, a tick up from the last time we saw him, the curveball was sitting 69-70 mph with the same late break 12-6 shape, and with the changeup showing up at 71-75 mph. With this three-pitch mix, Vande Berg was able to create off-balance at-bats. The command would falter at points, but could quickly be found as he showed confidence with the curveball filling up the zone. 

CBT 15U

RHP Thomas Check (La Crosse Logan, 2028)
Featuring an athletic and strong 5-foot-10, 177-pound frame, Tommy Check contributed to CBT’s victory. At the plate, Check collected two hits in three at-bats with a walk and two RBIs. His first hit of the day was a two run double to center field in the second inning. He has an easy swing with a smooth bat path. On the mound, Check’s fastball had life at 79-82 mph complemented with a 70-71 mph curveball and a 76 mph changeup. He is an athletic mover down the mound with a short arm action. 

RF Carson Tegelman (Appleton North, 2028)
Standing at a strong and projectable 6-foot, 198-pound frame, Carson Tegelman is someone to keep an eye on in the future. At the plate, Tegelman collected a double to left field to lead off the third inning. He has a narrow and relaxed batting stance with a smooth and level bat path in addition to athletic actions in the field. 

Chicago Warriors Green 2028

3B Roy Barone (Lane Tech, 2028)
Standing at a strong 5-foot-11, 190-pound frame, Roy Barone was barreling the ball at the plate. He collected two hits in three at-bats with a walk and an RBI. His first hit was a double to left field in the first inning, followed by another double on a line drive to center field in the third inning to score a run. He has a powerful swing with strong hands at the plate. 

CMB Select

LF Eli Tabbert (Pewaukee, 2028)
Possessing an athletic, proportionate, and projectable 5-foot-11, 170-pound frame, Eli Tabbert did his job in the lead-off spot and got on base. He didn’t commit an out as he collected two hits and one walk at the plate. His first hit was a line drive RBI single to center field in the second inning, followed by a lead-off double in the seventh inning. He has an easy swing with a consistent barrel and a natural presence in the outfield. 

Elite Baseball Training-Herman

LHP/1B Oliver Rojewski (Warren, 2028)
Rojewski would show a developing two-way profile this past weekend with present baseball acumen that showed well throughout. At the plate, showed a loose left-handed swing with a line-drive oriented approach and developing bat speed. On the mound, showed above-average pitchability during his Saturday start with a solid low-70s fastball and present feel for the zone. Projectable 6-foot, 130-pound frame. 

OF Matthew Wintercorn (Antioch, 2028)
Wintercorn would show an athletic RHB/CF profile this past weekend with some present defensive instincts and above-average foot speed. A simple, contact-oriented approach at the plate, Wintercorn showed developing feel for the barrel with some present bat-to-ball skills. Athletic 5-foot-8, 160-pound frame. 

GRB Stiks Hybrid

3B Harric Bonlender (Slinger, 2028)
Presenting an intriguing 6-foot-2, 168-pound frame with present wiry strength, Bonlender would show a quality right-handed bat this past weekend with some present feel for the barrel and developing bat speed. Should be a name to follow as he continues to refine his present toolset and add more athleticism to his present profile.

UTL Brooks Dobberstein (Pewaukee, 2028)
Dobberstein showed a quality right-handed bat this past weekend with a gap-to-gap approach and a confident presence in the box. A developing 5-foot-10, 160-pound with present strength and athleticism, Dobberstein will be a name to follow as he continues to progress physically and refine his present toolset. 

LHP Nolan Vogt (Germantown, 2028)
Projectable 6-foot-2, 200-pound frame. Vogt gave our staff an intriguing look on the mound, tossing a four-inning complete game with only one earned run allowed while collecting five strikeouts. The left-hander operated out of a controlled, tall/fall delivery, with a loose, higher ¾ arm action. Vogt was able to keep hitters off-balance with his three-pitch mix, consistently working each pitch around the zone (75 % strike percentage). His fastball sat 78-81 mph for the entire game and played with slight arm-side run. He also utilized a tight slider at 67-68 mph, and a changeup at 70-72 that played with arm-side fade. 

1B Owen Walter (Kettle Moraine, 2028)
Walter would show a present feel for the barrel through the weekend, with a line-drive approach and strong right-handed barrel. A pure hitter with the ability to hit the ball hard to all parts of the field, Walter’s strong frame adds intrigue to his developing profile. An intentful swinger who moves well for his size, Walter should be a name to follow in Wisconsin’s 2028 class.

GRB STiKS Teal 

SS Jax Lindauer (Arrowhead, 2028) 
An athletic, wiry, 5-foot-7, 145-pound frame, Lindauer showed well with the bat Friday afternoon. The left-handed hitting shortstop went 3-for-3 with two singles and a double in the STiKS victory over Lannon Stoneman. Working the whole field, Lindauer worked the opposite field with a line drive single to left, a ground ball single up the middle, and a pull-side double. Setting up in the back of the box, slight open stance, hands set high, with a short toe tap load. The hands work smoothly through the zone, creating an uphill path. Athletic out of the box with a 4.60 time to first. At short, it's clean, confident actions, with a loose arm from a lower ¾ slot. 

INF/C Jackson Shuttle (Brookfield East, 2028) 
In the role of designated hitter, the athletic, 5-foot-9, 146-pound frame, with room to fill in, Shuttle impressed with his bat Friday afternoon. The right-handed hitter went 3-for-3 with an opposite-field triple and two hard-hit singles, collecting two RBIs. A wide base set-up with present rhythm in the box, hands set near the ears that get compact, creating a flat path working to the ball. The flat path helps his ability to work the whole field on a line. 

Halos Scout 2028

LHP Landon Hagland (Germantown, 2028)
Possessing a lengthy, athletic, and projectable 6-foot, 157-pound frame, Landon Hagland earned the win on the mound for the Halos. He threw five innings on the mound, allowing zero runs, two hits, and one walk while striking out eight. He pounded the zone with his 72-75 mph fastball complemented with a 68-70 mph changeup that kept hitters off balance. He is a loose and athletic mover and lands slightly cross-fire, creating deception. 

SS Tate Hagen (Lake Country Lutheran, 2028)
Displaying an athletic and projectable 5-foot-11, 155-pound frame with a longer lower half, Tate Hagen was impressive on both sides of the ball. At the plate, he collected two hits and an RBI. His first hit was a hard ground ball to second base in the fourth inning to score a run, followed by a line drive single to center field in the sixth inning. He sees the ball well at the plate with a consistent barrel and easy swing. In the field, he features athletic actions with a strong arm. 

JBA Clutch

1B Parker Soldner (Clintonville, 2029)
Possessing a strong and projectable 5-foot-7, 165-pound frame, Parker Soldner was seeing the ball well at the plate. He got on base every time he was up to bat, collecting two hits and a walk. His first hit came in the first inning on a line drive single to center field, followed by a single on a hard ground ball to the shortstop in the seventh inning. He has a consistent barrel and stays on top of the baseball. 

RHP/SS Cash Olsen (Tomahawk, 2028)
Possessing a wiry 5-foot-9, 155-pound frame, Olsen gave our staff an interesting two-way look during Friday’s 20-3 win. The right-hander got the start on the mound, tossing a three-inning complete game with four strikeouts. Mechanically, he worked out of a controlled, tall/fall delivery, utilizing a whippy ¾ arm slot. He was able to induce weak contact with his three-pitch mix, consistently missing barrels throughout the game. His fastball was 79-82 mph with arm-side run. He also flashed a sharp curveball at 68-69 mph, and a fading changeup at 68-60 mph. At the plate, Olsen also added a two-run double into the left-center field gap to finish 1-for-1 on the day.

MVP Elite Bruins 15U Select - Winter 

3B Hugh Schmitke (Stevenson, 2028)  
A strong 6-foot-1, 185-pound frame, Schmitke was all over the barrel Sunday afternoon. The right-handed hitter went 2-for-2 with a double and three RBIs. Setting up with a neutral base with rhythm in the hands, which creates a flat path direct to the ball. The present strength in the frame is able to help drive the ball and create damage. 

Slammers Black

RHP TJ McMahon (Libertyville, 2028)
Standing at a strong and proportionate 5-foot-11, 170-pound frame, TJ McMahon was dominant on the mound. The righty threw seven innings, allowing one run, four hits, and two walks while striking out three. His fastball was thrown 76-78 mph with life through the zone with a late-breaking 66-68 mph curveball. He has a relaxed and deliberate delivery with a soft landing. 

3B Peyton Dane (Carmel Catholic, 2028)
Standing at an athletic 5-foot-11, 169-pounds, Peyton Dane did not commit an out at the plate. He collected four hits in four at-bats, driving in two runs. Two of his hits were triples that were both hit in the right-center gap. He has a level swing with the ability to spray the field. 

RF Grant Wilson (Loyola Academy, 2028)
Displaying a strong and athletic 5-foot-8, 179-pound frame, Grant Wilson is someone to keep an eye on in the future. At the plate, Wilson collected a hit and an RBI. His base hit came on a single on a line drive to center field in the seventh inning to advance the runners. He hit a sacrifice fly deep to right field in the third inning to score a run. Wilson has a quick bat with strong hands and a strong arm in the outfield. 

RHP Jacob Huber (Libertyville, 2028) 
A high-wasited, wiry, 5-foot-11, 155-pound frame, Huber was dominant in his start Friday afternoon. The right-handed pitcher tossed four innings, allowing two runs on three hits and four walks, while striking out four. Working with high-tempo on the mound from a high-kick fluid motion, followed by clean, quick arm action from the ¾ slot. Huber was attacking hitters, getting ahead early, and collecting whiffs with a two-pitch mix. The fastball was sitting 78-81 mph, T83 mph, while the curveball was sitting 64-66 mph with 11-6 shape. With still plenty of room to fill out his frame and add more velo, Huber will be a name to follow in the Illinois class of 2028. 

2B Jace Sothen (Mundelein, 2028)
Showing well out of the leadoff spot for the Slammers Black is the athletic 5-foot-8, 148-pound Jace Sothen. The right-handed bat went 3-for-3 with three singles, one to the opposite field, and was also intentionally walked to load the bases. A line drive approach, Sothen sets up with a wide, slightly open base, with hands set way above the head. Followed by a simple leg lift load, then hands that create a flat path working through the ball, staying quick and compact. Sothen is able to spread the ball around the field on a line with ease. With the glove at second, its clean, fluid actions, with the potential to stick in the middle of the infield. 

CF Grant Wilson (Loyola Academy, 2028) 
A twitchy, 5-foot-8, 178-pound frame, Wilson was on the barrel all game long Friday afternoon and also gave an intriguing look on the mound. With the bat, the right-handed hitter went 1-for-4 with a single, two loud fly outs, one driving in a run. In the box, it’s an athletic setup with twitchy hands and a two-toe-tap load. The hands work in rhythm with the load, and create a flat, uphill path, with a linedrive approach. Wilson has natural power, able to drive the ball to deep parts of the field. The right-hander also came into relief with a two-pitch mix with the fastball sitting 78-80 mph with late life, and the slider was 70 mph with some depth. Struggling slightly out of the gate, Wilson was able to find the zone, ending his three-inning outing allowing zero runs on three hits, one walk, while striking out five. 

Slammers Grey 

RHP/SS Blake Sorensen (Libertyville, 2028)
A wiry, athletic, 6-foot, 150-pound frame, with plenty of room to continue to grow, Sorensen showed well with the bat in his Thursday and Sunday games. Going a combined 3-for-3 with a triple, double, single, and three walks. Standing in with a wide base in the back of the box, slightly open with present rhythm in the hands. Sorenson loads with a medium leg kick, followed by hands that create separation, and that are quick, working through the ball on an uphill path. Showing feel for the barrel all weekend, Sorensen is mature for his age, working the whole field and taking what he is given. With the glove, the shortstop stays athletic with easy actions and a loose arm. 

RHP/INF Anthony Boenzi (Lake Zurich, 2028) 
Showing well on both sides of the field Thursday and Sunday was the strong filled in, 5-foot-11, 189-pound Anthony Boenzi. Through two games, the right-hander would collect two doubles, totaling four RBIs. Set up with a wide open stance in the back of the box, Boenzi has a low-effort, easy swing that is able to create damage. Also getting the start Sunday on the mound, Boenzi would toss five and ⅓ innings, only allowing four hits and four walks, while striking out six. Working with a solid two-pitch mix, with the fastball sitting 75-78 mph, and the curveball 64-67 mph, the right-hander made quick work of hitters, not getting into trouble till the sixth inning. 

INF Miles Matthews (Libertyville, 2028) 
An intriguing bat that came out on Sunday, Matthews was living on the barrel and doing damage. The right-handed hitter went 3-for-3 with three doubles and drove in four, with a clutch three-run double in the bottom of the sixth to give the Slammers the lead. Set up in the box, it's a wide, slightly open stance, with a toe tap load with hands that work compact, creating a flat path. Able to drive the ball for extra bases. 

TF 15U Black 

RHP/DH Everett Kirkwood (Mahtomedi Senior, 2028)
Kirkwood was a standout with the bat and on the mound Thursday afternoon. The lean 6-foot, 165-pound frame ended his day with the bat going 2-for-3 with a double and triple, staying on the barrel all day long, with the triple coming off a curveball where he stayed with it and drove it the other way. The right-handed hitter has a simple swing setting up with a wide base, small toe tap for timing, and hands that work quietly, staying compact and direct to the ball. Shows his game speed and athleticism around the bases. Now, on the mound, the right-hander got the start and tossed four scoreless innings, allowing two hits and three walks, while striking out five. Working with a two-pitch mix with he fastball sitting 77-79 mph and the curveball sitting 66-69 mph with 12-6 shape. The curveball paired well with the fastball, able to freeze hitters with ease. 

3B Cain Campbell (Mahtomedi Senior, 2028)
A strong and athletic 5-foot-11, 145-pound frame, Campbell gave an intriguing look during his Thursday afternoon game. The left-handed hitter went 2-for-3 with two singles, showing confidence in the box with a mature lefty swing. Setting up Campbell gets into his wide set base with rhythm in the hands, a long leg lifted extending down the box, followed by exposive hands that stay compact and create a flat, direct path. Present bat speed with hard-hit balls, able to use the whole field. With the glove at third, Campbell has confident, clean actions with a short arm action working on a line.  

C/1B  Gabe Unklesbay (Mahtomedi Senior, 2028) 
A powerful 6-foot-2, 220-pound frame, Unklesbay showed well with the bat, going 2-for-2 with a double and a walk. The right-hander is a big present frame in the box, with a slightly open neutral base, with hands that drift but stay quick and create an uphill path, able to elevate the ball with ease. Unklesbay generates easy raw power behind his frame, and it able to drive the ball into the gaps. 

VSA Guardians

RHP Abbott Jepsen (Memorial, 2028)
Displaying a strong and athletic 6-foot, 180-pound frame, Jepsen put on a show at the plate. He didn’t commit an out as he collected two hits in two at-bats with a walk and two RBIs. He drove in a run in the first inning on a double to left field, followed by another RBI double to center field in the third inning. He has a strong and compact swing with a high leg lift. 

CF Mason Chittendon  (Chippewa Falls, 2028)
Possessing a lengthy and projectable 6-foot-3, 175-pound frame, Mason Chittendon helped lead VSA to victory. The righty collected two hits in three at-bats to drive in three runs. His first hit came in the third inning when he singled on a ground ball to left field, driving in two runs. This was followed by an RBI single in the fifth inning on another ground ball to left field. He is quick to the ball in the outfield, showcasing his athleticism. 

3B/RHP JT Trelka (SPASH, 2027)
Standing 6-foot-1, 180 pounds, Trelka impressed on both sides of the ball, collecting a barrel to center field and showing well on the mound with a fastball that got up to 79 mph. His biggest impact came on offense when he drove a ball all the way to the wall in deep center field.

RHP Eastin Sorenson (Chippewa Falls, 2029)
Featuring a projectable, high-waisted 6-foot-3, 175-pound frame, Sorenson showed some impressive stuff on the mound during Sunday’s bracket play. Sorenson worked out of a simple controlled delivery, working in-line down the mound with repeatability, possessing a loose ¾ arm slot. His fastball sat 78-82 mph with life out of the hands. He also flashed a sharp curveball at 60-62 mph, and a changeup at 67-68 mph. 

MVP Elite Bruins Select - Winter

INF Hugh Schmitke (Stevenson, 2028)
Standing 6-foot-1, 185 pounds with some present physicality, Schmitke impressed on the field playing both shortstop and third base in this appearance. The right-handed hitter got a hold of a pitch, driving it all the way to the wall for a triple while hustling all the way around the bases. Defensively, he showed well with the glove, displaying smooth actions and an accurate arm.

RHP Eddie Perez (Maine West, 2028)
Perez stands 6-foot-1, 156 pounds with some present strength. Got the start on the mound and displayed some intriguing offerings, his fastball sat between 78-80 mph with life through the zone while his curveball sat 66-67 mph. The right-hander showed potential in this outing with a few whiffs in the first inning.

16U

5-Star Wisconsin 16U - Alsteen 

CF Michael Santiago (Lourdes Academy, 2027) 
An athletic 5-foot-11, 160-pound frame, Santiago showed well out of the leadoff spot Friday afternoon for 5-Star. The right-handed hitter ended his day 1-for-4, with a line drive double pull-side, but was consistently on the barrel with loud outs. Setting up with a wide base, sitting into his lower half, the hands work quick and strong, able to drive the ball pull-side. With the glove in center, Santiago showed range along with correct routes to balls. 

C/1B  Nolan Gibson (Lourdes, 2027) 
A strong 6-foot, 180-pound frame, Gibson showed well with the bat Friday afternoon, going 3-for-4 with a triple, double, and single. Staying loud on the barrel, Gibson was working the whole field with an opposite-field triple and double down the right-field line. Setting up the right-handed hitter has a wide closed-off stance with hands starting high at the ears and a simple toe tap load. The hands stay separated from the body and create a flat semi-uphill path, helping elevate to all parts of the field. 

INF Caleb Kren (Appleton North, 2027) 
Working from a 6-foot-1, 190-pound frame, Kren gave an interesting look with the bat. Getting a loud barrel early in his Friday afternoon game, Kren doubled off a ball to the left field wall for a stand-up double. The right-handed hitter generates easy power from a simple swing driven by strong hands with a quick trigger and rhythm at load. Able to evaluate the ball and get it over the fielder's head with ease. 

3B/1B Evan Cole (Winnebago Lutheran Academy, 2027)  
A strong and athletic, 5-foot-9, 190-pound frame, Cole was on the barrel all game long this Friday afternoon. The left-handed hitter went 3-for-3 with two doubles and a single, showing opposite field power as he took two outside fastballs the other way for his two doubles. Setting up with a neutral base, slightly open, with rhythm in the box, and a high leg kick getting down the box. Cole’s hands create a flat, direct path, able to spread the ball to all parts of the field. With the glove, he saw time both at first and third, showing clean actions at both spots. 

Brew State Baseball Academy U16

1B/LHP Harrison Schwabe (Marquette, 2027)
Standing in at a projectable 6-foot-4, 180-pound frame with long levers present, Schwabe lived on the barrel throughout the weekend. The left-handed hitter possessed a simple setup, showing loose hands that worked into a direct path, looking to drive the ball on a line. Schwabe finished with multiple hits in multiple games throughout the weekend, including a 2-for-4 performance with two doubles in Monday’s Semifinal. Schwabe also gave our staff an intriguing look on the mound on Thursday, tossing three innings with seven strikeouts on only one run allowed. He operated out of a controlled, tall/fall delivery, with a whippy ¾ arm action. His fastball was 78-81 mph with arm-side run, and his changeup was 75-77 mph with a downer action. 

SS Chase Wolter (Whitefish Bay, 2027)
Currently ranked No. 22 in Wisconsin’s 2027 class. Possessing a long-levered 6-foot-1, 176-pound frame with plenty of time to add strength, Wolter showed quality bat-to-ball skills throughout the weekend. The right-hander operated out of an athletic setup, showing direct hands into a flatter path, displaying the ability to create leverage. Wolter went 8-for-18 on the weekend with a double, five RBIs, and five runs scored. 

CMB Select 16U 

RHP Keanan Davis (Waukesha West, 2027)  
Getting the start Friday afternoon against ISA White, Davis tossed a gem, going six innings, allowing zero earned runs on three hits and three walks, while striking out five. The right-hander stands in as a filled-out 6-foot, 187-pound frame. Working with a two-pitch mix with the fastball sitting 76-78 mph, glove side run, and the curveball sitting 67-70 mph, 12-6 shape. The curveball was generating awkward swings and missing bats. Davis was able to effectively command both pitches, working ahead and keeping hitters off-balanced. Inducing weak contact, Davis got outs effectively and helped lead to his dominant outing. 

SS George Hendricks (Pewaukee, 2027) 
Catching eyes with his glove at short was the athletic 5-foot-5, 135-pound George Hendricks. As a defender, he is extremely fluid with quick feet working around the ball, with a strong arm that stays loose, working on a line. He was everywhere on the field showcasing his range, multiple backhand plays, taking balls to the right of the second base bag, and never giving up on a play. It is fully confident actions at short with the mindset that every ball is his. Outside of his excellent work with the glove, Hendricks also showed well with the bat. Outside of a well-placed sacrifice bunt and a hit by pitch, the right-hander collected two singles, with one being a line drive up the middle. 

CF Cooper Wiltz (Waukesha South, 2027) 
An athletic, with present strength, 5-foot-9, 185-pound frame, Wiltz gave an interesting look Friday afternoon. The left-hander didn’t see his first hit fall until his last at-bat, where he lined a ball pull-side for a single, but was producing loud outs, including a sacrifice fly. Setting up in a knee-buckled open stance, there is present rhythm throughout the box with a long extension leg kick followed by quick hands working an uphill path. Out of the box, Wiltz is an athletic, hard runner with a clear ability to fly around the bases. 

C Victor Lorino (Waukesha West, 2027) 
A well-proportioned, athletic, 6-foot, 180-pound frame, Lorino showed well both with the bat and behind the plate. The left-handed hitting catcher went 2-for-3 with a single, triple, and walk, with the triple one hopping the warning track. Setting up Lorino has a wide base, with the back knee buckled in, and hands set above the ears, able to do damage on pitches elevated. The hands work quick and powerful, creating a flat, semi-uphill path. Behind the plate, Lorino showed well, able to grab the outside corner with soft hands and a strong forearm. He also showed off the arm with a 2.29 pop time between innings. 

Focus Baseball Sharks 

LHB Cade Schick (New Berlin Eisenhower, 2027) 
An athletic and built 5-foot-10, 160-pound frame, Schick showed well with the bat Friday morning, ending his day 2-for-2 with two doubles, one to the opposite field, and a walk. The left-handed batter stands tall with an open stance and hands set high to the ears. It’s a simple load with strong hands creating an uphill path, with a loft-based approach. Schick is able to use all parts of the field with authority. On the bases, he is an athletic runner with gate speed. As he continues to grow and get more looks, Schick is poised to be a name to follow in the Badger State.  

Franklin Crew

1B/LHP Caden Podolske (Franklin, 2027)
Possessing a broad-shouldered 5-foot-11, 186-pound frame with some strength present throughout, Podolske showed off some easy pull-side power at the plate in Thursday’s pool play game. The left-hander operated out of a narrow setup, showing a compact swing that creates length through the zone. Podolske went 1-for-3 at the plate, with a pull-side two-run home run to right field. 

GRB Northstar 16U Navy

RHP Jacob Willardson (Red River, 2027)
Standing 6-foot-5, 211 pounds with a workhorse frame. He got the start on the mound and was lights out over four innings, holding the opposition scoreless. Willardson’s fastball sat 80-83 mph with ride through the zone, and he paired that with a sharp slider, keeping hitters guessing.  The right-hander looks to be a name to follow in the 2027 class.

LHP Mason Goldberg (Prior Lake, 2027)
Goldberg would show an intriguing profile on the mound during GRB Northstar’s Friday evening matchup. The left-handed arm would collect 10 strikeouts in four and ⅓  of work on a 60% strike rate. An athletic mover on the mound & working from a 3/4s release, the rising junior would show a quality three-pitch mix, highlighted by an advanced mid-70s changeup that generated whiffs throughout with depth and spin rates in the 1800-1900 rpm range. Goldberg would complement the offering with a 79-81 mph fastball and upper-60s breaking ball. Athletic 6-foot, 175-pound frame.

OF Gavin Griffin (Perham Senior, 2027)
Set to represent Minnesota at the Future Games, Griffin would show a quality RHH/CF profile with developing feel for the barrel and present foot speed that has run 60 times as low as 6.76 seconds. A simple operation at the plate with opposite field tendencies, Griffin should only improve his offensive toolset as he adds more strength to his present 6-foot-2, 181-pound frame. Finished the tournament 10-for-17 with a double, a triple, two RBIs, 12 runs scored, and three walks. Defensively, showed a good first step in the outfield with above-average reads and routes.

RHP Aiden Herner (Century, 2027)
Herner would show well in relief during GRB Northstar’s Saturday matchup with an 83-84 mph fastball and developing breaking ball. Mechanically, worked from a 3/4s release with a medium leg lift. An athletic 6-foot-2, 175-pound frame, Herner is a 2027 arm to follow in the Dakotas. 

Aeson Kiley (Hill-Murray, 2027)
Kiley would show an impressive left-handed bat this past weekend with present feel for the barrel, bat speed, and a direct bat path. Finished the tournament 9-for-12 with three doubles, eight RBIs, three runs scored, and two walks. Athletic 5-foot-11, 170-pound frame. Name to follow in Minnesota’s 2027 class. 

3B Brody Nelson (Prior Lake, 2027)
Presenting a physical 6-foot-2, 190-pound frame with present strength throughout, Nelson would show a quality RHH/3B profile this past weekend. At the plate, the right-handed bat showed a hitterish presence in the box and a gap-to-gap, line-drive oriented approach. Finished the tournament 4-for-10 with two doubles, four RBIs, three runs scored, and a walk. Defensively, showed quality actions with confident footwork and hands. Name to know in Minnesota’s 2027 class.

INF Jack Tooke (Mandan, 2027)
The No. 5th player in the Dakotas would continue one of the more intriguing left-handed bats within the Midwest’s 2027 class. Standing an athletic 6-foot-2, 187-pounds, Tooke displayed impressive at bat throughout the weekend with a smooth left-handed swing and some whip through the zone. Finished the tournament 9-for-17 with a double, four triples, a home run, 12 RBIs, eight runs scored, and a walk. Must know name for college coaches in the nation’s 2027 class.

GRB Rays North Green

RHP Ty Bumgardner (Notre Dame, 2027)
Currently ranked No. 67 in Wisconsin’s 2027 class. Standing in at a projectable, long-levered 6-foot-3, 190-pound frame, Bumgardner showed off some quality swing-and-miss stuff in Thursday’s 10-0 win. The right-hander operated out of a controlled up-tempo drop-and-drive delivery, utilizing a loose ¾ arm slot. Bumgardner struck out the side in both of his innings of work on Thursday, keeping hitters at bay with his fastball-slider combination. His fastball was 83-85 mph and topped out at 86 mph twice in his first outing, and his slider was sharp at 75-77 mph (2500+ rpm). A 2027 arm to keep an eye on as he continues to mature. 

C Mikaiden Hughes (Escanaba, 2027)
Hughes would display an intriguing right-handed bat this past weekend to pair with his twitchy 6-foot-2, 165-pound frame. A line-drive oriented, middle-of-the-field approach, Hughes showed present feel for the barrel throughout the tournament. Name to follow in Michigan’s 2027 class.

OF Ethan Orlando (Bay Port, 2027)
The No. 59 ranked player in Wisconsin’s 2027 class, Orlando would continue to show a quality RHH/OF profile. With continuously developing bat speed and some present feel for the barrel, Orlando has continued to add even more intrigue to his present toolset. A wiry 6-foot-1, 177-pound frame with still remaining room for added strength, Orlando is a name to follow for college coaches as he continues to add strength and polish.

1B Wyatt Stauss (Marinette, 2027)
Presenting a strong 6-foot-2, 235-pound frame, Stauss would show an intriguing right-handed bat this past weekend with some present feel for the barrel, bat speed, and pull-side tendencies. A strong, intentful swinger, Stauss would act as a prevalent middle-of-the-order presence throughout the tournament. Name to follow in Wisconsin’s 2027 class.

RHP Nik Williams (Marinette, 2027)
Williams would get the start during GRB North’s Saturday matchup, ultimately throwing two scoreless innings while collecting three strikeouts. Working from a 3/4s release, Williams would show a solid two-pitch mix, which included a low-80s fastball and a sharp low-70s slider that he showed feel for throughout his start. Projectable 6-foot-3, 170-pound frame.

LHP Drew Stettbacher (Horace Mann, 2027)
Standing 6-foot-1, 170 pounds with an athletic frame, the left-handed pitcher got the start on the mound, showing promise with two main offerings. Stettbacher’s fastball sat between 82-84 mph with run while he paired that with a curveball sitting 69-71 mph with horizontal movement. Both offerings had some swing and miss from the opposition, and Stettbacher looks to be a name to follow in the class.

SS Braun Wotruba (Pulaski, 2027)
Wotruba would show an intriguing up-the-middle profile this past weekend. At the plate, the right-handed bat has a quality gap-to-gap approach, present feel for the barrel, and advanced bat speed. Defensively, the shortstop showed quality instincts to go along with developing athleticism. Developing 5-foot-9, 185-pound frame with present strength and athleticism. Name to know in Wisconsin’s 2027 class. 

Halos Scout 2027

3B Nicholas Bongard (Nicolet, 2027)
Presenting a wiry 6-foot-1, 153-pound frame with plenty of room for added strength, Bongard would show well throughout the weekend. At the plate, showed a quality right-handed swing with a low-pulse in the box and line drive intentions. Finished the tournament 8-for-12 with a double, a triple, eight RBIs, eight runs scored, and five walks. 

OF/INF Kellen Pluess (East Troy, 2027)
Pluess would show an intriguing bat this past weekend, acting as a top-of-the-order presence for his Halos squad. The rising junior would show a present feel for the barrel to go along with a rhythmic left-handed swing that stays in the zone a long time. Finished the tournament 6-for-14 with a double, a triple, a home run, seven RBIs, five runs scored, and a walk. Athletic 5-foot-10, 156-pound frame with room for added strength. 

LHP Reed Vorlob (Horicon, 2026)
Vorlob would emerge as a senior left-handed arm after his Friday evening start. Would throw a six-inning complete game, collecting 10 strikeouts on a 66.4% strike rate. Showing a quality three-pitch mix which included a low-80s fastball, mid-70s changeup, and upper-60s-low-70s breaking ball. Projectable 6-foot-3, 162-pound frame.

OF Vasher Sampson (Fort Atkinson, 2027) 
Showed well on Saturday afternoon with a great day at the plate, going 3-for-3 with three singles using a whole field approach at the plate. Drove the baseball to all areas of the field, stayed on offspeed pitches, and battled with two strikes. Started at first base and ended the game with a diving catch on a pop-up in foul territory.

RHP Hunter Buchan (Muskego, 2027) 
Showed well on the mound Friday afternoon for the Midwest Halos, striking out nine batters in four innings of work. Fastball jumps out of his hand, 84-86mph, T87 mph with ride, settling in at 80-84 mph. Slider plays well off of the fastball, sharp break at 64-69 mph. Projectable 5-foot-11, 155-pound frame. 

Illinois Hawks-Red

1B/LHP Oliver Malkowski (Parkview Christian, 2027)
Standing in at an athletic 5-foot-10, 180-pound frame with room for additional strength, Malkowski had a strong day at the plate in Friday’s 10-2 win. The left-handed hitter operated out of a slightly open stance, working back in line with a short toe-tap stride, possessing strong hands into a level path with a line-drive approach. Malkowski lived on the barrel, going 2-for-4 at the plate on Friday with two XBHs and four RBIs. 

Illinois Premier-White

MIF Damon Chandler (Bolingbrook, 2027)
Chandler would show a twitchy up-the-middle profile this past weekend. At the plate, showed a quality left-handed swing that profiled out of the leadoff spot with a patient, line-drive oriented approach and pull-side tendencies. Finished the tournament 5-for-9 with three RBIs, three runs scored, and two walks. Defensively, showed bouncy actions with a quality first step and developing hands. Wiry 5-foot-8, 135-pound frame with room for added strength. 

Impact Sports Academy Royal 

OF Jake Mleziva (De Pere, 2027) 
Consistently provided thump out of the top half of this ISA lineup. Effortless power out of a strong 6-foot, 160-pound frame. Showcased ability to drive the ball to all fields with authority and looks the part at first base on defense as well. 

C/OF Bryce Urban (Kaukauna, 2027) 
Impressed behind the plate. Advanced block ability to go along with quick hands, strong catch and throw ability. Consistently batting out of the leadoff spot in this ISA lineup, quick hands, minimal swing and miss, and a knack for finding the barrel. 

JBA Clutch

CF Ty Rohde (D.C. Everest, 2028) 
A built and athletic 5-foot-10, 180-pound frame, Rohde impressed in his Saturday afternoon game. The left-handed hitter went 2-for-2 with two doubles, two walks, and two RBIs. Rohde is a mature and confident all-around player, which is obvious after watching just one game. The left-handed hitter sets up with an open base, followed by a long leg kick, extending down the box. The hands work well with the ball, able to do damage to any pitch, showing this by driving a ball at his feet for a standup double. A natural athlete, able to back it up with confident actions in center as well. As Rohde continues to develop, the lefty will be a name to know in the Badger State. 

1B Will Stengl (Wausau West, 2027)
Stengl would show a quality line-drive oriented right-handed bat that would finish the weekend 4-for-11 with a double, five RBIs, and two runs scored. Defensively, showed athletic actions at the cold corner. A long-levered 6-foot, 140-pound frame with present athleticism. Stengel should remain a name to know as he adds more strength to his present frame.

PTA

3B Jacob Reesman (Union Grove, 2027) 
Had a feel for the barrel at the plate Friday afternoon, drove this one to his pull side for a single.  Athletic 5-foot-11, 175-pound frame gets his second hit of the day. 

Prestige Baseball-Barbato

1B Andrew Atlas (Thornton, 2028)
Atlas would show a quality left-handed bat throughout the weekend with a line drive and developing bat speed. Finished the tournament 3-for-9 with an RBI and a run scored. Athletic 5-foot-9, 185-pound frame with developing strength.

MIF Emanuel Mora (N/A, 2027)
Mora would show quality actions on both sides of the ball this past weekend. Defensively, stood out for his fluid footwork and soft hands up the middle. At the plate, showed an athletic right-handed bat with extra-base intent. Finished the tournament 2-for-6 with two home runs, five RBIs, three runs scored, and two walks. Athletic frame with present foot speed. 

C Abraham Serna (Thornton, 2027)
Possessing a strong and sturdy frame, Serna showed quality actions on both sides of the ball throughout the weekend. The right-handed hitter worked out of a narrow open stance, working back in line with a longer stride, showing strong hands into a direct path. Serna showed some loud power at the plate in Friday’s pool play game, sending a hard hit double off the center field wall for a double. Defensively, he showed quality catch-and-throw and a strong arm behind the dish, tossing out multiple runners throughout the weekend.

UTL Dominick Vicari (Brother Rice, 2027)
Vicari would show an intriguing profile during his Prestige Baseball’s Saturday matchup as the Brother Rice product would go 1-for-3 with a triple, two RBIs, two runs scored, and a walk. Defensively, took reps pregame on the dirt, showing quality footwork and hands. In the game, took reps in center field and showed some present defensive instincts. Wiry 6-foot-1, 170-pound frame. 

TF 16U Black

SS/RHP Gavin Bifulk (Mahtomedi, 2027)
Coming in at a lean 6-foot, 160-pound frame with room for additional strength, Bifulk looked the part, hitting out of the leadoff role this weekend. The right-hander worked out of an athletic setup, showing loose hands into a level path, with a feel for the barrel. Bifulk went 2-for-2 on Thursday, displaying quality takes at the plate to earn himself two walks. On the mound, the right-hander possessed an athletic delivery, working in-line down the mound, with a whippy ¾ arm action. He was able to induce weak contact with his three-pitch mix. His fastball was 79-82 mph. He also utilized a developing horizontal slider at 71-73 mph and a fading changeup at 73-74 mph. Two-way prospect in Minnesota to keep an eye on.

Slammers Grey 2027

RHP Jack Hughes (Libertyville, 2027)  
The long-limbed, wiry frame, Hughes showed well during his start Friday morning. The right-hander tossed three scoreless innings on two hits and one walk, while striking out four. Working out of a reputable motion, strong down the mound, coming from a clean ¾ arm slot, Hughes was able to keep hitters off balance with the combination of his 75-76 mph fastball and 66-67 mph curveball with 12-6 shape. 

Sparks North White

C/OF Graham Stauber (Fremd, 2027) 
Drives this one to his pull side for an RBI single. Athletic 6-2, 164-pound frame in the outfield today looked the part out there with range. 

INF Michael Foley (Prospect, 2027) 
Stays hot at the plate this weekend. Drives this one to the opposite field gap for a triple. His second triple and third hit on the weekend. Compact swing with quick hands to get on time. Drove the ball to each gap, showing a whole field approach at the plate. 

SS Nate Burcham (Downers Grove North, 2027) 
Came through in a big spot to barrel one down the opposite field line with two strikes for a triple. Athletic 6-2, 182-pound frame that looks the part defensively. Attacks the ball, quick hands, with an arm that will play at short. 

Wow Factors Stoppers 16u

UTIL Joaquin Fabregas (Maine South, 2027)
Showed well Saturday morning with great feel for the barrel. Had a three-hit day, including a blast to center for an inside-the-park home run. Looked comfortable in the outfield with speed. 

OF Owen Loftus (Highland Park, 2027) 
Showed well on Saturday afternoon. Got a hold of one and drove it to deep left center for an inside-the-park grand slam. His third hit of the day including a double to the opposite field gap. Clutch hit in a tight game to drive in four from the top of the lineup. Athletic 6-foot, 155-pound frame with room to add strength. 

5 Star Wisconsin

C Nolan Gibson (Lourdes, 2027) 
Barrels this one to his pull side for a triple. His second triple of the day, a gap-to-gap approach at the plate. Found two XBHs later on the weekend with an oppo triple and double pull-side. Power at the plate with the ability to drive the ball to each gap. Strong 6-foot, 180-pound frame behind the plate.



LHP Cole Clark (Oshkosh West, 2027) 
Is a name to follow. Striking out two through one and ⅔  innings pitched. Wiry 6-foot, 155-pound frame on the mound with room to develop and add strength. An electric fastball sitting 82-85 mph, T86 mph, paired with a slider sitting 70-72 mph. 

17U

Big Time Baseball-Grey

1B Blake Hagenow (Kettle Moraine Lutheran, 2026)
Hagenow showed a quality right-handed bat this past weekend with a line-drive approach, hitterish presence in the box, opposite field tendencies, and developing feel for the barrel. 

OF Zach Plier (Grafton, 2026)
Plier would show a quality, whole-field approach thanks to a simple right-handed swing and developing bat speed. A wiry 6-foot-3, 175-pound frame, Plier should be an uncommitted name for college coaches to follow as we enter the end of the summer. 

Blue Demons 17U

SS Daniel Chopp (Oak Forest, 2026)
A standout at last week’s PBT Illinois Open event, Chopp would continue to show wheel in front of our staff with advanced athleticism that continuously played up throughout the weekend. At the plate, he showed a quality right-handed swing with a simple approach out of the leadoff spot. Showed advanced instincts on the basepaths with above-average foot speed and intent to create chaos for opposing defenses. At shortstop, showed athletic actions with a confident glove and soft hands. 

OF Gage Tokarz (Oak Forest, 2026)
Tokarz would show a quality left-handed bat this last weekend with a quiet box presence, line-drive approach, and present barrel control. A wiry frame with room for added strength, Tokarz is an uncommitted senior name to follow. 

3B Ruben Velasco III (Peotone, 2025)
Colorado-Colorado Springs Commit. Velasco would continue to show a strong right-handed swing with present feel for the barrel, bat speed, and a whole field intent. Strong 6-foot-4, 200-pound frame that the rising college freshman continuously leverages at the plate. 

Brew State Baseball Academy U17

MIF Chase Abresch (West Bend West, 2026)
Abresch would show a quality up-the-middle profile with present athleticism and a line-drive oriented bat. Finished the tournament 5-for-12 with two RBIs, two runs scored, and a walk. Athletic 5-foot-7, 150-pound frame.

C Carter Mantei (Brookfield East, 2026)
Mantei showed a quality right-handed bat this past weekend with present feel for the barrel, developing bat speed, and strong barrel. Defensively, showed quality instincts with developing hands and above-average catch-and-throw that has generated poptimes as low as 2.01 seconds in past events. 6-foot-1, 180-pound with continuously developing strength.

OF Joel Markusse (Brookfield East, 2026)
Markusse would offer a twitchy RHH/OF profile this past weekend. At the plate, showcased a simple, controlled swing with a line-drive oriented approach. Finished the tournament 4-for-13 with two runs scored and a walk. 5-foot-9, 160-pound frame with present twitch and strength. 

RHP/INF Sam Wells (Brookfield East, 2026) 
Showed well on both sides. Struck out nine across five innings, also went 2-for-3 at the plate. Strong 6-1, 198-pound frame attacking hitters with his fastball 87-88 mph, T89 mph. Mixed in a curveball sitting 77-79 mph. At the plate showed his whole field approach with a double to his pull-side gap and triple to the opposite field gap. Finished the day with five innings pitched, zero hits, and nine strikeouts. Wells would also show well at the plate this past weekend with a hitterish presence in the box, line drive approach, and strong right-handed barrel. Finished the weekend 6-for-13 with a double, a triple, an RBI, and a run scored. 

GRB STIKS WHITE

OF Alex Montez (Waukesha South, 2026)
A strong, athletic 5-foot-10, 155-pound left-handed hitting outfielder sets the tone for his team’s offense at the top of their lineup and displayed bat-to-ball skills, seeing eight pitches during their Friday game and didn’t swing and miss once. From the first pitch of the game, driving the ball to the left side for a single, then later came around to score. During the second at-bat laced a double to the left-center gap. 

3B Grady Chvosta (Slinger, 2026) 
A strong, wiry, 6-foot-1, 169-pound frame, Chvosta was on the barrel Sunday afternoon. The right-handed hitter went 3-for-3 with a double, two singles, and a walk. Setting up the right-hander has a simple approach with a wide set base, two tap triggers, with strong, quick hands that work to create a flat path. Able to work the ball on a line, Chvosta has no problem using all parts of the field. At third, he shows clean, confident actions with carry on his throws. As a remaining uncommitted in the 2026 class, Chvosta is a name to follow in Illinois. 

GRB Rays North

RHP Max Anderson (Pulaski, 2026)
Made a relief appearance on the mound for GRB and displayed three intriguing offerings. Standing 6-foot-1, 155 pounds, the right-handed pitcher presented a fastball sitting between 80-82 mph, a changeup between 73-76 mph, and a curveball at 66-68 mph. Anderson located all of his offerings well throughout his brief appearance, keeping hitters off balance with his varied offerings.

Halos Scout 2026

RHP Jayden Pryor (Oak Creek, 2026)  
A wiry, long-limbed, 6-foot-2, 177-pound frame, Pryor gave an intriguing look during his start Thursday afternoon. The right-hander tossed three and ⅔ innings, striking out five, while tossing three innings of one-run ball. Working with a two-pitch mix, Pryor was able to induce weak contact and keep hitters off-balanced. The fastball was sitting 80-83 mph with glove-side run, missing barrels, while the slider was 71-74 mph with sweep, freezing hitters. On the mound, the right-hander stands tall with an easy, reputable motion, followed by a loose arm from a lower ¾ angle, giving hitters trouble. 

CF Jackson Villarreal (Oak Creek, 2026)
An athletic 5-foot-11, 194-pound frame, Villarreal showed well with the bat Thursday afternoon, going 1-for-3 with a two-run triple and a walk. The left-handed hitter sets up with a wide base in the back of the box with some rhythm in the hands and a simple toe tap load. The hands work quick and direct to the ball, able to use the pull-side gaps. Around the base’s Villarreal is athletic and able to find a second gear, working the corners well.  

RF Matthew Nemec (Menomonee Falls, 2026) 
An athletic 6-foot-1, 200-pound frame, Nemec showed well with the bat Thursday and Saturday afternoon, going a combined 4-for-7 with two doubles and two singles. Early in the Thursday game, Nemec banged a ball off the right-center wall for an RBI double, then tied the game Saturday with a two-run double. In the box, the right-hander gets into his legs, leaning into the back hip, with an open stance in the back of the box. It's a calm, simple swing with quick trigger hands that stay compact and create a flat path working through the ball. Advanced feel for the barrel, with easy pull-side power. 

OF Caden Constantine (Oak Creek, 2026) 
A strong 5-foot-9, 170-pound frame, Constantine gave an intriguing look with the bat Thursday afternoon. The right-handed hitter went 1-for-3 with a single and a walk, but showed some loud outs. Working up the middle, Constantine sets up with a wide base, small toe tap load, with simple, quick hands that stay compact and create a direct flat path to the ball. Able to shoot the ball back from where it came. Along with the bat, showed confident actions in the outfield, able to work through the ball. 

Illinois Premier-Blue

LHP Aidan Polich (Romeoville, 2026)
Listed at 5-foot-9, 155-pounds, the left-handed pitcher gave a gutty performance on Friday. Although he gave up eight runs on seven hits, Polich punched out seven over his five innings and tossed three scoreless frames. A confident two-pitch pitcher uses a fastball and slider to attack the opposing batters. The fastball came out of the hand easy and played mostly straight but had a slight arm-side run at times, sitting 80-81 mph the entire outing. Polich was confident in his secondary pitch being the slider, with the ability to throw in any count to create swings and misses came in at 71-72 mph. 

OF Carson Caruso (Lemont, 2026)
Caruso would show a quality line-drive oriented left-handed bat with a present for the barrel and an all-fields approach. Finished the weekend 6-for-7 with a triple, a home run, four RBIs, two runs scored, and four walks. A strong 6-foot, 203-pound frame, Caruso is an uncommitted senior bat for college coaches to keep an eye on. 

SS Eli Costello (Riverside Brookfield, 2026)
Costello would show well on both sides of the ball this past weekend. Defensively, showed fluid footwork, confident hands, and an above-average arm that was up to 82 mph on the mound. At the plate, showed a quality right-handed swing with confident presence in the box, line-drive approach, and up-the-middle intent. Finished the weekend 5-for-11 with a triple, five runs scored, and two walks. Athletic 5-foot-11, 175-pound frame. 

Impact Sports Academy Black

C/OF Sammy Berg (West De Pere, 2026)
Berg would show a blue collar profile this past weekend, acting as a top-of-the-order and quality at-bat machine. A gamer playstyle with gritty tendencies on both sides of the ball, Berg would finish the weekend 5-for-10 with a triple, a home run, three RBIs, three runs scored, and a walk. Showed a confident presence in the box with present feel for the barrel and developing bat speed. Strong 6-foot, 195-pound. Uncommitted name to know for college coaches.

SS Logan Haupt (Manitowoc Lutheran, 2026)
Haupt would show a quality profile this past weekend with present athleticism and developing feel for the barrel. A compact 5-foot-9, 135-pound frame, Haupt had a relaxed feel in the box with a line-drive approach and developing bat speed. 

1B Ayden Krebsbach (Plymouth, 2026)
Standing in an imposing 6-foot-6, 225-pound frame, Krebsbach would show a developing right-handed swing with bat speed and a strong barrel. Name to follow as he adds more polish to his present offensive toolset. 

OF Henry St. Clair (Neenah, 2026)
St. Clair showed a quality right-handed swing the past weekend with an aggressive approach and developing feel for the barrel. A strong 5-foot-11, 195-pound frame, St. Clair showed an ability to hit the ball hard to all parts of the field and should be an uncommitted name to follow in Wisconsin’s 2026 class. 

Mavericks 2026 National Navy

OF Solomon Runchey (DeLaSalle, 2026)
Possessing a twitchy, athletic 5-foot-8, 180-pound frame with strength present throughout, Runchey controlled the barrel well in Friday’s 13-2 win. The right-handed hitter operated out of a balanced setup, utilizing a short lift/place stride with quick hands into a direct path. He finished 1-for-3 at the plate with a stand-up double down the left field line.

SS Brady Hemingson (Chanhassen, 2026)
Standing in at a lean 5-foot-11, 160-pound frame with room to fill in, Hemingson lived on the barrel in Friday’s 13-2 win. The right-hander worked out of a balanced setup, showing loose hands that worked into a flatter path, with a line-drive approach. Hemingson went 2-for-2 at the plate with two hard-hit singles and three runs scored. 

Oshkosh ACES

RHP Cal Juckem (Neenah, 2026)
Featuring a lengthy and projectable 6-foot, 170-pound frame, Cal Juckem was dominant on the mound. The righty threw four innings on the mound, allowing zero runs, zero hits, and zero walks while striking out eight. His fastball was thrown 80-83 mph, topping 85 mph, complemented by a hard biting 73-75 mph breaking ball. He has a loose and relaxed delivery with an easy leg lift. 

3B Logan Prall (Waupun, 2026)
Standing at a lengthy and projectable 6-foot-2, 160-pound frame, Logan Prall is someone to keep an eye on in the future. At the plate, he collected two RBIs on a double in the third inning. He has a quick bat speed with some whip to the barrel. He features soft hands and a quick arm at third base. 

PTA White

SS Carson Gruel (Mukwonago, 2026)
Gruel would show a quality up-the-middle profile this past weekend, highlighted by a wiry 6-foot-2, 150-pound frame with present strength and athleticism. Showcased an aggressive approach at the plate with present feel of the barrel, bat speed, and pull-side tendencies. Uncommitted name to know in Wisconsin’s 2026 class.

C/RHP Ethan Karmann (Tremper, 2026)
Possessing a lean 6-foot, 160-pound frame with room for additional strength, Karmann showed quality actions on both sides of the ball throughout the tournament. At the plate, the right-hander operated out of a slightly open setup, displaying loose, rhythmic hands that worked into a flat path, creating length through the zone. He also looked the part behind the dish, showing competent actions with a strong arm and accurate throws. Karmann also gave our staff an intriguing look on the mound later in the week, flashing a fastball at 80-83 mph and a slider at 70 mph. 

LHP Jack Schmitz (St. Joseph Catholic, 2026)
Schmitz would show well during his Saturday relief appearance. Working from a deceptive low-3/4s slot, the rising senior would show a 78-81 mph fastball with arm-side run along with a hard & sharp mid-70s slider. Compact 5-foot-7, 150-pound frame with some present strength. 

1B Abram Sulko (Tremper, 2026)
Sulko showed a quality right-handed bat this past weekend with a strong barrel, bat speed, developing feel for the barrel, and a gap-to-gap approach. Strong 6-foot, 202-pound frame. Uncommitted senior name to follow for college coaches. 

RBC 17U

1B Beckham Stone (Grayslake Central, 2026)
Stone would show an athletic profile at the cold corner this past weekend. Defensively, showed above-average instincts with athletic actions that consistently played up. At the plate, showed a quality right-handed bat with developing feel for the barrel, bat speed, and aggressive approach. Wiry 6-foot-1, 180-pound frame. Uncommitted name to follow in Illinois.

REV Baseball - Blais

RHP Declan Gallicho (Fremd, 2026)
Gallicho would show well on the mound during his Sunday start, collecting seven strikeouts across five innings of work on a 69.9% strike rate. A controlled tempo, rocking windup, and 3/4s release on the mound, the rising senior would repeat with clear athleticism in his 5-foot-8, 146-pound frame. Showed a two-pitch mix which included a low-80s fastballs and low-70s slider.

SS Alex Han (Stevenson, 2026)
A recent standout at the PBT Illinois Open last week, Han would continue to show well in front of our staff with above-average actions on both sides of the ball. The shortstop continues to show well defensively with athletic footwork, confident hands, and present instincts. At the plate, showed feel for the barrel to pair with bat speed and a line-drive oriented approach. Twitchy 5-foot-10, 165-pound frame.

RHP Gavin King (Loyola, 2026)
A Dartmouth Football commit as of Monday, King would show well during his Sunday relief appearance, collecting two strikeouts across a singular inning of work. Would show an easy 84-87 mph fastball that would top out at 88 mph to go along with a sharp mid-70s slider. Strong 6-foot-3, 215-pound frame.

CIF Ryan Martin (Stevenson, 2026)
Another standout at the prior weekend’s PBT Illinois Open, Martin would continue to show a strong left-handed barrel with line-drive, gap-to-gap intent & present bat speed. Uncommitted name to know in Illinois’ 2026 class. Strong 6-foot frame.

OF/C Charlie Quick (Lake Bluff, 2026) 
Presenting a strong 5-foot-1, 199-pound frame, Quick would show a versatile defensive profile and strong right-handed bat throughout the weekend. At the plate, showcased a patient approach with gap-to-gap intent and some present bat speed. Defensively showed both in the outfield and behind the plate with developing instincts and actions at both. Uncommitted name to follow in Illinois.

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RHP Alex Kirchoff (Woodbury, 2026) 
Getting the start on Thursday against the Halos Scout was the lean 5-foot-11, 180-pound Alex Kirchoff. The right-hander tossed five and ⅓ innings, allowing four runs on seven hits, two walks, while striking out four. Kirchoff was giving hitters trouble from his lower ¾ slot, making it hard to pick up pitches. Challenging hitters in the zone with a solid two-pitch mix with the fastball sitting 80-83 mph with glove side run and the slider 68-70 mph with sweep. On the mound, the right-hander works from the stretch only with a simple, high kick fluid motion, working towards the target. 

OF/RHP Cody Loida (Mahtomedi Senior, 2026)
Possessing a long-levered 6-foot-3, 186-pound frame with room for added strength, Loida was all over the barrel in Sunday’s 8-0 bracket play win. The right-handed hitter worked out of an athletic, wider setup, showing loose hands into a flatter path, with a minimal lift/place stride. Loida finished 3-for-4 at the plate, with a hustle double, one RBI, and one run scored. He also tossed a six-inning complete game shutout on the mound, collecting nine strikeouts with his two-pitch mix. His fastball was 79-81 mph with arm-side run, and he flashed a 10/4 slider at 68-71 mph. An uncommitted name to know in the 2026 class.

LHP/1B Connor Finn (Mahtomedi Senior, 2026) 
The No. 9 ranked player in the state of Minnesota for the 2026 class, Finn had one of the most impressive weekends we have seen this summer. Getting the start Saturday morning, the big left-hander tossed a complete game gem, going seven innings, allowing two runs on one hit, and two walks, while striking out 15. The lean, long-limbed 6-foot-3, 201-pound frame had complete control filling up the zone with an elite three-pitch mix. Showcasing swing and miss stuff with the fastball sitting 88-90 mph playing at the top of the zone, the slider sitting 76-77 mph with sweep, and the changeup sitting 75-76 mph with arm-side fade. It’s a mature and confident approach on the mound from repeatable easy motion, with a loose arm from the ¾ slot that glides through catching velo with ease. Now, while primarily catching eyes on the mound, Finn can also swing it as a top lefty bat in the state of Minnesota, ending his weekend 8-for-15 with two home runs, one double, three walks, and seven RBIs. Standing tall in the box with present rhythm in the hands, Finn has a simple swing with a long uphill path, generating natural power from his big frame. Throughout the entire weekend, there was clear confidence and feel for the barrel in the box. One of the remaining top uncommitted prospects in the class of 2026, Connor Finn, will be a name to know and follow in the years to come. 

OF Connor Heart (Woodbury, 2026)
Standing in as a wiry 5-foot-11, 170-pound frame with present athleticism,  Heart showed off some whole-field power throughout the weekend. The right-handed hitter possessed a simple setup, showing loose hands into a compact swing, showing the ability to create leverage. Heart found the barrel for a deep three-run homer to center field in Saturday’s 14-3 win. He also had a loud backside stand-up triple that nearly left the yard in Sunday’s 8-0  bracket play win. An overall strong weekend from the still uncommitted 2026 bat.

RHP Peyton Erickson (Mahomedi Senior, 2026)
Ranked No. 91 in the state of Minnesota, listed  6-foot, 185-pounds. Erickson, after a rocky start, gave up three runs on three hits in the first but then settled in nicely in his Friday start. Struck out eight over his five innings with three runs on five hits. The fastball played 80-82 mph with some arm-side action. Following the fastball was a curveball breaking at an 11/5 shape, sitting 66-69 mph. 

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CF Gary Wuest (Hortonville, 2026) 
A powerful 5-foot-8, 149-pound frame, Wuest showed well out of the leadoff spot for the Tourists. The right-handed hitter went 2-for-2 with two doubles and a walk. Showing his pull-side power, Wuest lined one down the left field line, along with one that hopped the fence. It's a simple approach out of a wide set base, with rhythm in the hands, and a small leg lift load. The hands work quickly, creating a more downhill path, still able to drive the ball with power. 

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CIF Jordan Ramirez (Lane Tech, 2026)
Ramirez would show an intriguing right-handed bat this past weekend with developing bat speed and a line drive approach. A long-levered 6-foot-2, 190-pound frame, Ramirez remains an interesting uncommitted senior follow for college coaches.

UTL Justin Soto (Chicago, 2026)
Presenting a compact frame with present athleticism and strength, Soto would offer a versatile defensive profile and a solid line-drive oriented right-handed bat. Showed quality instincts both in the outfield and up the middle on the dirt, offering an intriguing asset for college coaches to evaluate. 

SS Colson Welgat (Kewanee, 2025) 
The Spoon River CC commit, Welgat, showed well with the bat early Saturday morning. Standing in as an athletic 5-foot-10, 152-pound frame, Welgat found his self a pair of barrels with an opposite field triple off an 88 mph fastball, and a pull-side line drive single. The right-handed hitter has a simple approach with hands that work quick and powerful, creating a line drive approach. A mature swing that is able to do damage to all parts of the field. 

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1B Adrian Perez (St. Laurence, 2026)
Possessing a strong-bodied 5-foot-11, 200-pound frame, Perez was all over the barrel throughout the weekend. The right-hander had a simple setup, showing strong hands into a flatter path with a whole field approach. He went 3-for-3 with a double in Sunday’s 1-0 bracket play win. He then followed it up with a three-RBI performance in the championship, driving in the winning run on a line-drive single to left field. A strong weekend for the still uncommitted bat, who also played a huge role in St. Laurence’s 3A State Title run.

RHP Cameron Barnes (Oak Park-River Forest, 2026)
Currently ranked No. 155 in Illinois’s 2026 class. Displaying a high-waisted, athletic 6-foot-3, 213-pound frame with strength present throughout, Barnes was dominant on the mound in Sunday’s bracket play to secure a complete game shutout. The right-hander operated out of a simple tall/fall delivery, with a high leg lift into a longer stride, working from a compact high ¾ slot. Barnes finished with seven innings pitched, two hits allowed, zero runs, three walks, and collected eight strikeouts. He showed off some swing-and-miss stuff with his three-pitch mix, consistently missing barrels throughout the game. His fastball was 85-88 mph, topping 89 mph twice in the first two innings. He also flashed a sharp curveball at 72-75 mph that showed out-pitch potential, and a downer changeup at 79-81 mph. An overall impressive outing from the uncommitted right-hander, who is a name to keep an eye on.  

OF Clancy Rogers (Glenbrook South, 2026)
Currently ranked No. 126 in Illinois’s 2026 class. Possessing an imposing 6-foot-2, 202-pound frame with strength present throughout, Rogers walked it off in Sunday’s bracket play to send Wow Factor to the Semifinals. The right-hander worked out of a slightly open stance, showing loose hands with easy pull-side strength. Rogers sent a sharply hit grounder down the third base line to bring in the only run of the game in a tight pitcher’s duel. An uncommitted 2026 power bat to follow.

C Justin Canvin (Oak Lawn, 2026)
Illinois-Chicago commit, currently ranked No. 136 in Illinois’s 2026 class. Standing in at a well-proportioned 5-foot-7, 159-pound frame, Canvin looked the part, hitting out of the leadoff role throughout bracket play. The right-hander possessed a balanced setup, utilizing quick hands into a flatter path with a line-drive approach. Canvin had a strong day at the plate in Monday’s Semifinal, going 2-for-4 with a double to score two runs. 

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