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(Mount Pleasant, UT), Moline Sr Righthander, runs his fastball up to 94 mph and pairs it with an effective breaking ball. Lefthander Ashton Crowther can run his fastball into the low 90s. Overview: Oregon quickly has made on-field strides under coach Mark Wasikowski, making back-to-back NCAA Tournaments and hosting regionals in 2021. Outfielder Jarrod Hocking, the son of former major leaguer Denny Hocking, has a quick righthanded swing. Stone Blanton is a powerful outfielder with two-sport ability. The Razorbacks previous high was No. As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. The lefthanded hitter has a good approach at the plate and is a versatile defender. Hes a plus runner with a strong arm and offers a lot of upside. With four regulars from their lineup drafted in the top 10 rounds this summer, those newcomers should have an opportunity to make an immediate impact in Fayetteville. 2023 Recruit Football Team Rankings Last updated on 02/27/23 at 7:22 PM CST 2023 Football Recruit Class Calculator The Chase for the Recruiting Champion powered by 247Sports Composite ALL ACC. Hes a good athlete, receives well and has solid arm strength, all tools that play well behind the plate. 247Sports Composite. Righthander Luke Jackson pounds the zone with his three-pitch arsenal and competes on the mound. This class isnt as highly rated, but the Ducks are showing no signs of slowing down on the trail and in Meyer may have the top prep pitcher in the country committed. While innings will be hard to come by for any of the newcomers, he is advanced enough to quickly get on the mound for the Volunteers. Team Ranking using data only from 247Sports Player Ratings, The 247Sports Composite is a proprietary algorithm that compiles rankings and ratings listed in the public domain by the major media recruiting services, creating the industry's most comprehensive and unbiased prospect and team rankingsMore Info, Powered by innovative technology products, 247Sports employs a staff of more than 50 full time recruiting reporters and evaluators that rank and compile data on the nation's elite high school recruitsMore Info. Overview: Auburn lost eight players to the draft from the team this season that reached the College World Series, necessitating a larger incoming class. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he has good feel for his offspeed stuff. On the mound, his fastball gets up to 93 mph with more to come and he has some feel for spinning his breaking ball. 116) Overview: Coming off a national championship, Ole Miss compiled an impressive all-around recruiting class that brings in some high-upside players and a lot of depth. His control and deception makes for a tough at-bat. Recruiting coordinator:Ty BlankmeyerTop recruit:Kassius Thomas, RHP (No. He profiles best as a third baseman, but his athleticism gives him a chance to play up the middle. Hes an above-average runner and has a good approach at the plate. (Raleigh, NC), Long Island Lutheran Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman and Ryan GipsonTop recruit:Gavin Turley, OF (No. Outfielder Paxton Kling was rated as a top-five round pick before he formally opted out of the draft. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman and Ryan Gipson Top recruit: Trent Caraway, SS Overview: The Beavers have a deep, strong recruiting class, especially on the mound. Righthander Davion Hickson has a projectable look at 6-foot-4, 200 pounds and a quick arm. Additionally, you can subscribe to Baseball America's newsletter and receive all of our rankings, analysis, prospect insight & more delivered to your inbox every day. (Winter Haven, FL), Rancho Verde Recruiting coordinator: Josh Elander Top recruit: Alex Stanwich, OF (No. His slider is his best secondary offering, and he shows promising feel for it. Hitters: Turley is one of the toolsiest players in the country. (Chicago, IL), Moline Sr He has a strong, 6-foot-4, 210-pound build, throws his fastball in the low 90s and can land his offspeed stuff for strikes. Like the incoming class, Rodriguez is new to Austin himself, as he was hired this summer following seven years as head coach at Baylor. (Glen Head, NY), Harvard Westlake Outfielder Dylan Dreiling (336) isnt as tooled up as Stanwich but does a lot of things well and has advanced baseball IQ. He has an exciting combination of plus raw power and speed, which plays well both on the bases and in center field. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he combines it with a good changeup and breaking ball. Pitchers: Lefthander Noah Samol (360) missed much of 2021 due to Tommy John surgery but came on strong over the last year. The class has an impressive depth of talent and brings difference makers to Eugene, especially among position players. Righthander David Horn also has some strides to make with his control but has plenty of upside on the mound. The class is deeper on the mound, but the Gators also landed some high-end position players. Lefthander Griffin Herring stands out for his pitchability and throws a lot of strikes with his three-pitch arsenal. (London, KY), Link Academy Outfielder Dakota Jordan (377), the Gatorade Mississippi Player of the Year, was committed to Mississippi State to play both baseball and football, but ultimately opted just to focus on baseball. Recruiting coordinator: Ty Blankmeyer Top recruit: Kassius Thomas, RHP (No. Hitters: Cyr does a lot of things well on the diamond and has a hard-nosed mentality. He has two-way ability thanks to a fastball that gets up to 95 mph and good feel for spin, and he could contribute in both roles for the Gamecocks. 1 class in the 23-year history of the rankings and their first since 2018. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Wallace Top recruit: Cameron Smith, SS (No. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Pitchers: Murphy headlines a large group of recruits on the mound. (South Kent, CT), Prolific Prep (Cumberland, MD), Brewster Academy He missed this spring due to Tommy John surgery, but at his best he controls his three-pitch mix well. Righthander Grayson Saunier (181) was drafted in the 18th round by the Rangers but upheld his commitment to the Rebels. College Recruiting Rankings. Recruiting coordinator: Mike Baxter Top recruit: Max Clark, OF Overview: Vanderbilt last year signed the No. His fastball can get into the low 90s but his success is more about his ability to locate and mix in offspeed pitches. It has strong depth and plenty of impact talent, especially among position players. Ray Velazquez has the versatility to play nearly anywhere on the diamond and is coming off a solid summer in the Futures League. 6) to campus since 2013. This years class doesnt have the same level of draft risk, but as is typical for Vanderbilt, it has several premium talents around the diamond. Recruiting coordinator: Justin Seely Top recruit: Beau Sylvester, C (No. Barfield isnt quite as projectable but has an above-average breaking ball that can be a weapon for him. Tallon throws his fastball in the upper 80s and pairs it with a sweeping slider, while Proksch has a good changeup to go with his deceptive fastball. He has elite speed, easy plus raw power and lightning-fast bat speed. Overview: Florida consistently recruits at a high level and this class is another example of that, as the Gators bring in a lot of premium talent. The righthanded hitter has plenty of power but was under the radar before his big spring, leaving some unanswered questions about how well hell fare against high-level pitching in the SEC. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he also mixes in a changeup, a repertoire that should get him on the mound quickly. Shortstop Nolan Nawrocki, like Crighton, was originally committed to Michigan and followed Bakich to Clemson. He has some swing and miss to his game, but hes not an all-or-nothing hitter and could quickly step into the middle of the order for Arkansas. Hes got speed, good defensive actions and an aggressive approach to the game. Righthander Sebastian Perez has a big frame at 6-foot-5, 238 pounds and a big arm to match. He can run his fastball into the low 90s and throws a lot of strikes with four pitches. Teams CBS Sports Hes further advanced defensively than offensively, but he has power potential at the plate. The South Carolina baseball team is off to a flying start with an 8-0 record after a pair of series sweeps . The 247Sports Composite is a proprietary algorithm that compiles rankings and ratings listed in the public domain by the major media recruiting services, creating the industry's most comprehensive and unbiased prospect and team rankings. Pitchers: Lefthander Nelson Keljo has a strong build at 6-foot-4, 210 pounds and can run his fastball into the low 90s, pairing it with a promising curveball. He has significant upside as a middle-of-the-order hitter. His breaking ball and changeup give him a pair of promising offerings and he consistently works around the strike zone with all three pitches. Outfielder Ethan Hott has a strong, compact build and his tools play well in center field. Recruiting coordinator: Jack Marder Top recruit: Carter Garate, SS (No. Sabin Ceballos, also a junior college transfer, was drafted in the 14th round by the Angels but will instead come to Eugene. 66) Overview: Stanfords class is small, but it held together through the draft. Recruiting coordinator: James Ramsey Top recruit: Riley Stanford, RHP/OF (No. Though listed at 5-foot-8, 160 pounds, he has some pop in his bat, though his approach needs some refinement. He plays aggressively, has some righthanded pop and solid speed. His size (5-foot-9, 190 pounds) may keep him off pro radars this spring, but he has a track record of success and will be able to handle the high-powered Seminoles pitching staff. Righthander Cooper Dossett is a good athlete with a big arm. He has big power potential, though there are some rough edges in his game to hone. (Bixby, OK), John Marshall 129). Righthander Austin Hunley is the younger brother of former Vols All-American Sean Hunley. Righthander Cullen McKay runs his fastball up to 94 mph and pairs it with an effective breaking ball. His fastball works around 90 mph, with more velocity in short stints, and he got a lot of swings and misses on his curveball. (Fairfax, VA), Brewster Academy Dallas Macias (220) also has an exciting combination of loud tools and athleticism. All rights reserved. Like the incoming class, Rodriguez is new to Austin himself, as he was hired this summer following seven years as head coach at Baylor. Pitchers: Righthander Nick Dugan stands out for his pitchability and three-pitch arsenal. Hes a good athlete and has two-way potential as an infielder and righthander. Diamant is more of a prospect as a position player thanks to his approach at the plate and easy righthanded swing. He has a good feel for the barrel and could grow into solid righthanded power in time. He throws a lot of strikes and projects to add more velocity as he physically matures. This years class is smaller and not as flashy but is a talented group. Righthander Michael Barnett made strides over the last year and has a solid three-pitch mix. Outfielder Kaden Martin (385) is the son of former NFL quarterback Tee Martin (who now is the Baltimore Ravens wide receivers coach) and while he was rated as a four-star quarterback by 247Sports, he will only play baseball at Miami. Overview: TCU has landed a top-20 recruiting class for eight straight years and this class fits right in. Attend a Baseball Factory National Showcase event Coaches and Scouts: In the Top 100 but don't have a video or headshot? The righthanded hitter has a strong swing and makes a lot of hard contact. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Wallace Top recruit: Arjun Nimmala, SS Overview: As Link Jarrett and his coaching staff prepare for their first season after arriving in Tallahassee this summer, they have a strong recruiting class signed. Recruiting coordinator: Nick SchnabelTop recruit: Tristan Smith, LHP (No. Hes an above-average runner and a solid defender. Pompey and Myles Naylor bring dynamic, up-the-middle players to Lubbock. After losing several players from this years title-winning team, the Rebels will be looking to the newcomers to fit in quickly. He can play anywhere on the infield but may fit best on the corners for the Gators. Lefthander Brandon Arvidson is coming on strong this fall, as he added strength and velocity. (Jersey City, NJ), Roselle Catholic Recruiting coordinator: Josh Elander Top recruit: Derek Schaefer, RHP Overview: The Volunteers continue to recruit well under the direction of Tony Vitello and Elander. He has a solid four-pitch mix, pounds the strike zone and has a good feel for spin. 2022 Baseball . Recruiting coordinator: Nick Schnabel Top recruit: Dillon Head, OF Overview: The Tigers this fall brought in a top-15 recruiting class in the wake of the coaching change that brought Erik Bakich to Clemson from Michigan. Outfielder Jordan Taylor (98) is a premium athlete who is a prototypical toolsy outfielder. Catcher Roman Digiacomo has a plus arm and good catch-and-throw skills. Lefthander Andrew Healy was seen as a top-10 round talent but formally opted out of the draft after an injury sidelined him nearly the whole spring. Jake Clemente (370) has a physical 6-foot-4 frame and his velocity made a jump over the last year, now getting up to 96 mph. Righthander Justin Hackett has a strong, 6-foot-3, 215-pound frame and a big arm. 2023 ESPN Centers. Hes a corner infielder who will get a chance at third base but could end up at first. His combination of raw power and arm strength is his calling card. Class of 2023. Listed at 6-foot-5, 230 pounds, infielder Mason Morris has big righthanded power and a strong arm. Luke is a powerful lefthanded hitter with good bat-to-ball skills who profiles as a corner infielder. Hes undersized at a listed 5-foot-6, 154 pounds and has minimal power, but with his speed, defense and approach to the game, hes an exciting addition. Hes focused on baseball now and brings solid lefthanded power. He also has plus raw power at the plate and projects best at third base as a position player. (Orlando, FL), Word Of God Christian Academy He was a shortstop in high school and has made strides defensively, but he has a big frame and may end up profiling best at third base. His slider is a promising pitch, and he does have the makings of a good changeup. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports, Jan 1, 2022; Tampa, FL, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Sean Clifford (14) looks to throw during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the 2022 Outback Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Below is a breakdown of the top recruits and names to know in each of the best recruiting classes in the country. (Camden, NJ), Sunrise Christian Hitters: Stanwich has a strong, quick swing and he impacts the ball with authority. Height: 6 feet, 5 inches. He has serious raw power but isnt an all-or-nothing hitter, also displaying solid bat control. The class is deepest among position players, but it has no shortage of impact pitchers as well. Points Earned. Hell likely settle in at second or third base in college. Like Quinn, he this spring took a step forward as his velocity improved and he touched the mid 90s. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman and Ryan Gipson Top recruit: Gavin Turley, OF (No. His advanced pitchability should help him quickly take on an important role for the Hurricanes. Outfielder Nolan Schubert (380) was committed to Michigan until the coaching change in Ann Arbor. Listed at 6-foot-7, 210 pounds, righthander Gabe Davis (199) has a lanky, athletic build and plenty of upside. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports, Sign up for the Badgers Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. The lefthanded hitter has a contact-oriented approach at the plate. Righthander Ben Bybee has a big build at 6-foot-6, 225 pounds, an easy low-90s fastball and plenty to dream on. He throws a lot of strikes and as he adds strength, he could make a big jump. Righthander Aidan Weaver has a big, powerful frame and can run his fastball up to 95 mph. Lefthanders Jamie Arnold and Brett Barfield bring more upside to the class. 149). Recruiting coordinator: Karl NonemakerTop recruit: Hayden Murphy, RHP (No. All the major recruiting services -- ESPN, 247Sports, Rivals.com and Scout.com -- have their own set of rankings. His fastball was up to 95 mph and his curveball has a high spin rate that makes it one of the best in the prep class. Outfielder Keenan Proctor is a plus runner and has a short, quick lefthanded swing. Infielder Gavin Miller is a good athlete with an easy righthanded swing that projects more power to come. Infielder Jayson Jones (185) has an explosive righthanded swing that produces plus power potential. Listed at 6-foot-6, 170 pounds, he has a lot of projection and already runs his fastball into the low 90s to go with a good changeup. The righthanded hitter also has a powerful swing and is a good athlete who can play third base. Righthander Aiden Jimenez, whose father Jason pitched in the big leagues, has a big 6-foot-4, 205-pound frame and throws a power sinker. Hitters: Curtis and Gage Harrelson (378) are two of the fastest players in the draft class and both can turn in top-of-the-scale run times. Pitchers: Patrick Forbes (278) and Tucker Biven both have two-way ability as righthanders and infielders. His fastball sits around 90 mph, and he combines it with a good breaking ball and changeup. Outfielder Vincent Fattore has a fast, whippy lefthanded swing. Righthander Connor McCreery has a projectable build at 6-foot-6, 205 pounds and a big arm. He has a good fastball-slider combination and should factor in the bullpen. His fastball gets up to 94 mph and he figures to take on important innings early in his career. (Australia, AUST), Winter Haven NA. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. 6) to campus since 2013. Pitchers: Lefthander Parker Coil (241) has an exciting combination of upside and pitchability. Below is a graphical representation of how our formula works. Soto has as much upside as almost any pitcher in the prep class and big righthander Garrett Baumann adds another high-end arm. Its especially deep on the mound, combining pitchers who can make an instant impact in Charlottesville with some upside. Infielder Landon Russell and outfielder Alex Wade both show offensive upside thanks to their solid approaches and line drive-oriented swings. (Modesto, CA), Rancho Christian His combination of mentality and stuff play well, and he could quickly find a big role on staff for the Yellow Jackets. He has a quick lefthanded swing and makes a lot of contact, while also showing some power potential. Pitchers: Righthander Ben Chestnutt comes to Miami following an All-American season at Central Florida JC, which he helped to the Junior College World Series. He isnt overpowering and his fastball mostly works in the upper 80s, but he has three solid pitches and advanced pitchability. Houck is an elite athlete with power potential, while Dylan Cupp is one of the best defensive middle infielders in the country. He has big tools to match his performance, as hes a plus runner with good athleticism and makes consistent hard contact. He has a strong frame and good hands that make him a solid defender, capable of playing anywhere on the infield. He has power stuff as a righthander, running his fastball up to 96 mph to go with a power breaking ball. Mississippi, the reigning national champion, has the No. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he has an athletic, up-tempo delivery. (West Linn, OR), Mount Saint Joseph Infielder Jack Reynolds is a lefthanded hitter with good bat-to-ball skills. The second overall pick suffered a shoulder injury shortly after signing and had season-ending surgery. He can do a little bit of everything on the diamond. Nimmala is a premium talent, who is already starting to break out. Ranking by State. He pounds the strike zone and has a promising changeup. 193). Ray Bermudez, Adrian Dominguez and Diego Guevara add three more exciting bats to the group. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he throws a lot of strikes, with more gains to come as he fills out his 6-foot-4 frame. 51 - 100. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 1, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC football head coach Lincoln Riley attends the USC Trojans and the Arizona Wildcats mens basketball game at Galen Center. 71). 85) Overview: Oregon State in 2021 brought its highest-ranked recruiting class (No. The Hurricanes 2022 group is another talented one thats especially strong in position players. Righthander Evan Siary stands out for his strike-throwing ability. Lefthander Ben Abeldt fits a similar profile with a lean, 6-foot-3 frame and a promising three-pitch mix. (Harrisburg, PA), Olympus Prep Jay Murdock and Hollis Porter both have similar profiles as powerful lefthanded sluggers. Lefthanders Owen Proksch and James Tallon both have projectable builds and upside remaining. If he continues on his current trajectory, he offers big upside. Alabama leads the way. His fastball sits in the low 90s, touching 95 mph, and he mixes in a good changeup and curveball, and he fills up the zone with all three. Georgia Tech saw nine players move on to pro ball from last years team, leaving plenty of room for the newcomers to make an impact. Pitchers: Lefthander Chris Stuart (349) grew up in the Netherlands and pitched for the Dutch at the 2019 18U World Cup. Recruiting coordinator: James Ramsey Top recruit: Antonio Anderson, SS Overview: The Yellow Jackets have landed Top 25 recruiting classes in three of the last four years, but their 2023 group has a chance to be the best of them all. Team-by-team breakdowns of the best 2023 classes can be found here. His fastball sits around 90 mph and theres room for more velocity as he physically matures. He isnt overpowering, but his fastball touched 94 mph and he may be able to hit that velocity more consistently as he physically matures. Hitters: Sylvester was committed to Washington until Lindsay Meggs retired in June. In order to create the most comprehensive Team Recruiting Ranking without any notion of bias, 247Sports Team Recruiting Ranking is solely based on the 247Sports Composite Rating. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports, Nov 6, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Oregon Ducks players fans pose for a photo as they celebrate following a 26-16 victory against the Washington Huskies at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. The Badgers currently have 13 commitments in the class of 2023, but have yet to land one from a four-star talent according to 247Sports. (Hickory, NC), Centerville Its headlined by Smith, the highest rated player in the draft not to sign, and the new coaching staff buttressed it with a few players who were previously committed to them at Michigan. He has plus arm strength and provides power offensively as well. He has a smooth swing and good bat-to-ball skills. Nationally, the usual players have been dominating on the circuit. Hes a bit undersized from a pro perspective, but hes a unique talent and can make an immediate impact in Starkville. Recruiting coordinator: Jack Marder Top recruit: Noble Meyer, RHP Overview: Oregon landed the No. Erik Blair has two-way ability as a lefthander and outfielder. Hes an aggressive hitter and will need to refine his approach. Arkansas tops the Baseball America 2023 recruiting class rankings as the fall signing period for the class of 2023 opens. Russell has good pitchability and if his velocity makes a jump as he physically matures, he could make a big jump in Knoxville. He gets swings and misses with both pitches and has performed at a high level, but his control is not as advanced as his stuff. Recruiting coordinator: Karl Nonemaker Top recruit: Hayden Murphy, RHP (No. He can play anywhere on the infield, with second base perhaps as his most natural profile, but he has enough athleticism to give him a chance to stay at shortstop. controls his solid three-pitch mix well and his fastball sits around 90 mph. Pitchers: Lefthander Chase Hoover (163) has an easy delivery, a projectable build and started to make a jump this springall signs that portend to further development in college. Overview: This is South Carolinas 13th straight Top 25 recruiting class, a streak only bested by Vanderbilt (18) and Florida (15). Recruit's Nat Rank. NA NA NA. Grubbs has a good sinker-slider combination and is reminiscent of Tristan Stevens. Hes a good athlete with power potential and is solid defensively at the hot corner and on the mound can run his fastball up to 90 mph. Recruiting coordinator: Josh Jordan Top recruit: Blake Mitchell, C Overview: The Tigers this fall landed the No. Catcher Jacob Jarrell has a strong, physical frame that plays well on both sides of the ball. On the mound, his fastball gets up to 90 mph and he has feel for his breaking ball and changeup. Overview: The former Florida State staff signed a top-20 class last fall and despite a coaching change that brought Link Jarrett and his staff to Tallahassee from Notre Dame, the class remains largely intact. Its an especially strong position player group, which will add a lot of athleticism to the roster. Overview: Texas had a veteran-laden roster in 2022 and lost several players to the draft and graduation. 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