He's a unique talent who leads a very talented group at the top of the 2022 class. Overall, Korbyn is a middle-of-the-diamond player who is easy to envision also hitting in the middle of the order at higher levels. Submitted by a media member on official office letterhead;
With some of the most intriguing tools in the draft, Greg draws immediate attention with his ultra-athletic and projectable frame that possesses quick-twitch fibers. He has also been used a short reliever. Report: 6-2, 220-pound southpaw Braden Gebhardt was an upside arm for Team Ohio a month ago, showing a heavy, mid-80s fastball, which he attacked hitters with. 2026 Player Rank 10 Players Ranked He was named third-team all-district and first-team GCL-South.
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He also can post workout pop times consistently in the low 1.9s with an above average arm. With many names be noted and talked about by some of the most prestigious programs in the nation. Walsh Jesuit baseball: For Kaczmar clan, Walsh Jesuit baseball's state run brings it full circle, Chris Kaczmar going into final season: Manager ready to embark on final season as Walsh Jesuit baseball coach. Also a sought-after WR/DB, Fisher has decided to concentrate solely on baseball and the sky is the limit for the young infielder. He has loose quick hands that allow his LH stroke to do damage. Both gap power and HR power have been on display from Jacob, and he has stood in well against high-level pitching. Defensively, he is sure-handed at 3B and has plenty of arm to stay on the left side of the diamond. We've seen exit velocities up to 105 mph and towering HRs off his bat. His breaking ball has 3/4 tilt with two-plane sweeping break and he mixes in an occasional change. His short, quick right-handed stroke is efficient and accurate with some pull-side power. There is some rhythm to his stroke and he repeats it very well. Each time we see him, he displays that he is a leader and an excellent teammate with a high baseball IQ, and he always impacts the game in a positive way. He's most comfortable turning on balls, but he is also very capable of driving it the other way and finding the LCF gap. Report: Theres so much to like here. DJ is a guy who oozes uncoachable traits. A ranking of the 2019 Best NFL Football Players in Ohio. Glenn High School had 4 consecutive homeruns in 2005. Considering the efficiency of patterns and room for projection left on that 6-foot frame expect him to keep climbing velocity wise and hes already been up to 84mph. A left-handed bat capable of generating 80+mph batspeed, 26mph hand speed and 100+ exit velocities, runs a 6.6 and has shown near 90+mph arm strength from the outfield. Hoban finished the season with a 16-game win streak that included sectional, district, regional and state titles. He has excellent closing speed in CF to go with good instincts and a strong arm. His arm stroke is loose and easy and it is easy to see him adding velocity. He has an enticing speed/power combination, and the game seems to come easy to him It is easy to dream on the raw ability and see a middle-of-the-order bat that patrols CF. He showed as a legitimate 2-way prospect striking out 2 of the 3 hitters he faced to start the game for the American Team and showing athletic infield actions and a compact right-handed stroke with power throughout the workouts. Check out the Prep Redzone 2025 Ohio Player Rankings. An extremely hard worker, Cole has elevated himself to one of the top RHP prospects in this year's draft. Senior catcher is an NHSBCA Preseason All-American and All-MVC-Scarlet first team. The junior guard averaged 15.2 points and 4.9 assists last season, leading Centerville to a Division I state championship and first-team All-Ohio honors. Hit .425 with 14 extra-base hits and 32 RBIs last season. INDIVIDUAL OFFENSE INDIVIDUAL PITCHING TEAM COACHING/MISCELLANEOUS Standing on the mound at an intimidating 6'8", Chase has the makings of another power arm from Texas. Pair all of that with his ability to throw strikes and it is easy to see why Andrew is viewed as an excellent starting pitching prospect. From the Hip: Southwest Swing (Underclass), 8 underclass names of interest including big prospects from the 24-25-26 classes, Blast from the Past: Braden Montgomery, 2021. 2023 ESPN Outfielders. Sam Sifferlin, Wooster threw out six base runners in a single game
regional semi-final. Jones, who is also a basketball standout for Brush, is an Ohio State signee who plays shortstop and pitches. Ridgemont (3/31/1998). Oliver is among the small group of pitchers that many would pick out of the 2022 class if they had to win a game tomorrow. This is a high ceiling prospect to follow closely! He has very quick hands and his LH stroke is clean and coordinated. He stands in with a solid/strong base and has fluid rhythm to load. Riley is a legitimate 2-way prospect with extremely loud tools! He can do everything well on the field. Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy - 2014, over four games: 5/2 vs. Ohio High School Athletic Association
Brandon makes it look easy on the mound with the ball jumping out of his hand from a low-effort delivery. As a freshman at North Canton Hoover, he averaged 20.4 points per game and was third-team All-Ohio. The velocity at such a young age is already impressive but considering the fact hes 6-foot-2 and just 140-pounds.there are huge physical jumps still to come. In Division II, Badin teammates Eric Rawlings (pitcher), Lucas Moore (outfield) and Jimmy Nugent (catcher) were each named first-team All-Ohio. After his impressive Derby and BP sessions, Jayson walked, stole and base and scored a run in his first game plate appearance. The NHSBCA Preseason All-American was All-Miami Valley Conference-Scarlet Division first team. Stolen Bases, Successful Attempts (minimum 60), Most Runs, Season
Last season, Harris averaged 14 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists and 3 steals per game in the regular season and shot 60% from the field to help the Irish win a Division II state title. At the plate, he hit .319 with two homers. Career (minimum 100), Most Consecutive
He plays third base defensively with an excellent glove. Right-handed he has slightly more velocity - topping at 94 mph and the ball has good tailing action thanks to his 3/4 arm slot. Austin is a high-ceiling prospect with a large, projectable frame and outstanding baseball skills. Also shows a much improved breaking ball. Shannon, a three-sport star at Ursuline, is a senior outfielder, infielder and pitcher. The ball jumps off his bat, he uses the entire field, he waits until the last second before firing and he does it all effortlessly. 1.) 2022 Top 100 Prospects. However he remained somewhat under the radar as he was sidelined due to injuries until recently. A SS for his Yucaipa HS team, he seems to project best as 3B where he is a solid all-around defender. (regular-season, over two seasons), Runs Scored, Inning
2023 ESPN 2nd Basemen. He was named first-team all-Central Buckeye Conference. He is signed with the University of Indianapolis. Highlights of Olentangy's 2-1 win over Hilliard Darby. (minimum 130), Highest Batting
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Those points were tabulated to determine the top 22 players. He is rated by 247Sports as the No. On June 4, Garula tossed seven innings of two-hit ball, yielding just one unearned run in Mason's 4-1 regional championship win over Moeller. He ran a 6.91, recorded an exit velocity of 91 mph and flashed raw arm strength of 88 mph for us. A plus runner, he can handle CF at the next level with the arm to play any OF spot. David struck out 2 in his inning of work at Kauffman Stadium in the Baseball Factory All-America Game. He has a true CF profile with what appears to be very good instincts to match the speed. Overall, this a potential run-producing bat that merits close following. The Suburban League American Division Player of the Year hit .405 with six doubles, three triples, three homers and 25 RBIs. He looks to do damage and doubled in the live at bats. CHCA head coach Tony Schulz was named the Division III coach of the year after leading the Eagles to a 25-2 season, which included a league title, district championship and a No. Tag us on Twitter or Instagram at @SBLiveOH and let us know about other athletes worthy of fans attention. Add in an infectious personality with passion for the game, and you have a player who makes a positive impact on his team each time he takes the field. The senior shortstop and Vanderbilt recruit batted .419 with two home runs, 25 RBI, 31 runs and 19 stolen bases last season for Olentangy Orange. He is the guy that people in the stadium stop what they are doing to watch him hit. A member of the University System of Ohio, it has been ranked by major institutional rankings among the best public universities in the United States. In the infield Cutter was confident and light on his feet with sure hands and a quick exchange/release. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. The Wittenberg commit had multiple three-hit games for Olentangy as a junior. | News |
At the plate Gage gets excellent barrel whip leading to the 102 mph exit velocity he registered. He has a knack for finding the barrel at the plate and he is a reliable defender on the dirt with sure hands. 55. He is regularly in the mid-90s with his fastball and he has excellent feel for both his breaking ball and change. To be considered you must first, create a new coaches account, add your organization and then add your teams. Hit .316 with eight doubles and 19 RBIs as a sophomore. Matt's lively fastball was up to 95 mph in Kansas City at the Baseball Factory All-America Game, and it had excellent finish through the zone. Gage is a dynamic 2022 OF prospect with the exciting combination of top-of-the-scale speed and left-handed power. Brock Whiteman,
He has very reliable hands, a quick exchange, the ability to throw from different slots and the internal clock you look for in an IF prospect. He uses his large frame well in his delivery, and his leverage has his fastball comfortably in the low 90s and touching higher. 6-foot-1, well built prospect with a polished delivery that allows for easy velocity. The ball is loud off Kaden's barrel and he is most comfortable turning on pitches and driving them to the pull side. He has the look of an innings-eater who can take you deep into games. At the plate Cutter stalks the pitch with a hanging stride and lets the barrel fly on pitches he likes. Hitters (minimum 2), Consecutive Innings
There is almost certainly more in the tank as well considering athleticism shown as a position player. Your IP: The 6-foot-2 junior can play shortstop or third base. (minimum 55), Most RBI, Career
Joe also has good feel for his change giving him the quality 3-pitch mix you look for in a starting pitching candidate. Sal is one of the top prospects in the 2022 class thanks to his powerful and accurate RH stroke. We started with the top first basemen, next up were the catchers, then shortstopsand second basemen, and now it's the third basemen's turn. Flat out nasty stuff from Garula who on full rest you could easily see in the upper 80s, which we have seen up to 88 mph. The 6-foot-2-inch right-hander has been named a NHSBCA Preseason All-American. He moves through routine balls well and shows dependable hands and an accurate arm. His operation is smooth and there still appears to be significant upside here. The Ohio High School Baseball Coaches Association (OHSBCA) announced its 2022 All-Ohio teams Monday morning. In addition, we've seen those tools play at the highest level in games. Good size, above average athleticism and two-way capabilities. With one of the loudest tool sets in the class, Gavin turns heads each time he steps on a field. His delivery is athletic and repeatable, and while his size isn't imposing on the mound - his stuff certainly is. He was first-team Cross County Conference and was honorable mention all-district. As a defender, he has natural actions in the infield, taking solid angles and having a good internal clock to determine when he needs to use his quick exchange and release. consecutive at-bats vs. Ironton. Defensively, he is a left side of the infield candidate who has shown the ability to make plays off platform with quality/reliable hands. As a defender he is instinctual and fast, a combination of a quality CF at the highest level. Caden is a big, physical presence on the mound who throws from a high slot. Showed up in the biggest moments, going 3-for-3 with two RBIs in the sectional final to lead the Cardinals to an 8-3 win over Columbiana. The ball jumps off his bat, and there is some looseness to his stroke that he triggers by pulling his hands in close to his body. three ways:
He doubled in game and hit a long HR off the machine in the simulated game at that most recent event. Brock is a true power arm who gets excellent leverage in his delivery that leads to consistent mid-90s velocity. In 2020, he averaged 21 points per game and was third-team all-district. He stalks pitches, stays in his legs and swings with intent. (minimum 50), Most Runs, Career
With advanced command, low to mid 90s velocity and an athletic delivery, JR fits near the top of the RHP prospects in this year's class. Started this season by hitting .414 with 15 runs scored in the fist nine games. all-time. Received second-team all-Northern 10 Conference honors as a freshman, as he broke the league single-season records for doubles (14) and RBIs (44). It has proven to be a pitch that elicits weak contact and quite a bit of swing-and-miss. His fastball sits comfortably in the low 90s with heavy tailing action and he pairs it with one of the better breaking balls in the class. His long arm stroke produces fastball velocity into the mid-90s and he complements it with a solid curve and change. As a sophomore, he hit .393 to help Elder reach the Division I state championship game. Defensively, he is ultra-smooth and polished with sure hands, natural actions and a huge arm to finish plays across the diamond. High school baseball: Looking at Southwest Ohio's high school baseball players to watch for 2022. He commands all of his offerings well including his breaking ball and change that he is willing to throw in any count. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Ohio high school basketball: Top boys players for 2021-22 season, Ohio high school basketball: Top boys players for 2021-22 season, Kellyanne Conway, George Conway To Divorce After Decadeslong Marriage: Report, Reports: 3 children dead, 2 wounded in attack at Texas home, 'Extremely dangerous': Spike in illegal crossings at Canada-Vermont border has feds sounding alarm, School punished teen girl for working out in sports bra in 100-degree Texas heat, ACLU says, Republicans Use Arcane Political Tactic to Thwart Democrats, SoCal in for cool start to weekend, butlight showers make brief return, Father defends terrified family with machete after home intruder breaks through window in middle of night, Paolo Banchero scores 31 points, Magic beat Hornets 117-106, Video shows driver nearly hitting 2 students crossing NC road to board their bus. Put on a show at the JR Future Games for Team Ohio in BP, driving ball after ball with authority with the ball coming as hot as 95mph off the barrel. Owen quickly became a favorite of the staff and scouts at the Baseball Factory All-America Game. Average, Career (minimum .500, at least 100 ABs), Most Stolen Bases,
Our rankings algorithm requires a minimum number of games played before we can accurately rank teams. He has a solid track record of offensive production and will be seen often this spring playing for one of the top HS teams in the country. He takes an aggressive swing with a coordinated move through contact that gives him good leverage while maintaining barrel accuracy. He has a smooth right-handed stroke that utilizes the whole field well and shows flashes of pull-side power. The 6-foot University of Charleston (West Virginia) commit can play third base or shortstop. This is a young player with a high baseball IQ who is a winner and makes any team he is on better. His fastball gets into the low 90s with some life, and he always seems in control on the mound. As a sophomore, Harris helped lead the Irish to 20 wins plus sectional and district titles before the season was canceled. Think youve got what it takes to be a top prospect? His lean 6'2" frame will continue to mature and enhance the right-handed power that he already shows at the plate. Baseball Factory National Showcase & Evaluation Tour, High School Baseball Rankings The Top 100, Baseball Factory Iowa Dreams Experience Tournaments, Baseball Factorys Top 100 2019 HS Prospects on BFTV, 2023 Pre-Season All-America Tournament Public, High School Baseball Prospects The Top 100. He impacts the baseball with an aggressive move through contact and he also profiles well in RF with the ability to also play LF and 1B. Miller was first-team All-Mid-State League-Buckeye Division and was named the Division III Central District Player of the Year. 6.89 runner who moves well in all phases. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. He ranked top-5 in the state in ERA and top-10 in wins, according to MaxPreps. He was named third-team All-Ohio. Jalin is an exciting prospect who oozes projection. The former Baseball Factory Rookie All-American is an athletic OF prospect with a track record of hitting. Submitted by an OHSAA member school athletic administrator on official office
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Two-way guy who has a versatile skill set in the box and a constant threat to swipe a bag when on the bases. Many names came off the board to some of the top programs around the nation, many new names came to the forefront of the recruiting scene, and many prospects improved their game. This is an extremely advanced hitter who had an RBI double in the game, and also showed extremely well in the defensive workout. A change with some fade is a solid third pitch - and they all come from a clean arm stroke and a low-effort delivery. A 6-foot-3, 220-pound prospect who is a legit two-way talent who also plays hoops for Hoban. Brunswick won 11-10. The 6-foot-7-inch left-handed hurler did not pitch last season due to injury. Fri September 17, 2021 regional semifinal, regional final, state semifinal and state
Report: It doesnt take long to notice Hoover when watching him in game as he affects this game on several different levels. The PBR logo and Prep Baseball Report Covering All the Bases of High School Baseball are federally registered trademarks of Prep Baseball Report. The left-hander is 9-0 this season with a 1.03 ERA and has not allowed an earned run since April 29. Ike has an enticing profile as a left-handed hitting catcher with a projectable frame. He finds the barrel regularly both in batting practice and the game - showing that he sees the ball and reacts very well. On the mound, he was 6-0 with a 2.01 ERA. 4 player in Ohio. It took a bit to realize that it was the crack of a catcher's glove as 22 RHP Warren Hartzel (Greenville HS) was warming up. At the plate, he has a clean RH stroke with juice that shows up at the right times. Not only has the pitch continued to improve but the mid 80s fastball has climbed into the upper 80s consistently while peaking at 91mph. The Mid-Ohio Athletic Conference Player of the Year and a Division II second-team all-Ohio selection, Shepherd hit .447 with nine doubles and 36 runs batted in. accuracy of the
Cutter is also a real competitor on the mound with a fastball/breaking ball mix that makes him extremely effective. We have seen pull-side power from him and he seems to see the ball well in the box. view entire record book. The raw engine is explosive, coming from the left side where he can generate mid 70s batspeed and mid 90s exit velocity. Mason senior and University of Cincinnati signee Brenden Garula was named the Division I player of the year. He hits balls that have over-the-fence carry with seemingly very little effort. The senior was named the NW District Co-Player of the Year last season after averaging a double-double at 20.2 points and 11.6 rebounds per game to go with 4.6 assists. (minimum 20, extra innings), Most Strikeouts,
His history of hitting and high baseball IQ make him an extremely attractive prospect in this year's class. He continues to control at bats better than any high school player in recent memory and he brings a ton of positive energy to the field every day. His easy delivery produces excellent leverage and leads to a heavy fastball that can get into the mid-90s. The guard has averaged 28 points per game over his prep career and has averaged 5.1 assists in each of the last two seasons. He has a quick, clean arm stroke that leads to low 90s velocity and his slider has tight, late break making it a swing-and-miss pitch. Add in some loud tools (6.67 in the 60, 92 arm, 88 exit) and it's easy to see why he is a high-level prospect in the 2022 class. RJ is a quick-twitch athlete with a high ceiling. Appelhans is committed to New Mexico. Lohr had no passed ball in those 32 games. He swings with rhythm from the right side with good bat-to-ball skills, the ability to use the whole field, and emerging leverage power. That being said, we have had the pleasure of seeing a number of solid players this past year. Report: In the tail end of our Miami Prospect Games you could noticeably hear a loud crack every 30 seconds or so. He helped lead WJ (28-4) to a Division I state semifinal appearance after winning sectional, district and regional championships. He has a knack for the barrel from the left side and uses his speed and excellent instincts to patrol CF well. hit three consecutive home runs in three consecutive innings off three different pitchers
Coming out of this event, Cam looked every bit of a top half of the 1st round guy. Hardman recently signed with Ohio State, choosing the Buckeyes over Xavier and Cincinnati. Average, Season (minimum .600, at least 50 ABs), Highest Batting
2023 Prep Baseball Report. We saw him throw in some big time moments while playing for the one of the states premier high school programs and he was always confident and composed out there. The 6-foot-6-inch forward emerged as a starter for Moeller last season, averaging 8.1 points and 3.6 assists per game while shooting 62.9% from the field. The hit tools is real/very advanced for class. Brenner is an elite athlete who is a high-level prospect as an OF on the baseball field and as a QB on the football field. This is a young RHP with definite starter traits. He creates excellent bat speed and leverage from a crouched, athletic set-up and is aggressive on pitches he likes. Sarver had a historic 2021 season where he eclipsed 1,000 career points, was named the Southwest District IV player of the year, earned first-team All-Ohio honors and led Tri-Village to a district championship. McMillan is just 286 points away from 2,000 for his prep career and has recorded back-to-back seasons with 100-plus assists. Both his personality and his abilities fit that description. Popick, Louisville; Drew Denham, Marlington; Micah Geise, Unioto, OF: Reagan Burch, Blanchester; Aidon Karon-Lackey, Granville; Chad Harper, Triway; Jack Wells, Vermilion, UTL: David Jimenez, Defiance; Brenton Billman, New Philadelphia, C: Corey Ransom, Firelands; Enzo Dirocco, Buckeye Valley, INF: Christian Hall, Chardon; Rider Minnick, Highland, OF: A.J. Mason is one of the most dynamic players in the 2022 class. Who are the top third basemen in Ohio high school baseball this season? Legitimate LH power is always a hot commodity and Jacob possesses it! As a freshman, Cupps averaged 11.2 points per game and was named first-team all-district and second-team All-Ohio. Hit .432 with 15 doubles and 32 RBIs in being named second-team all-Ohio in Division II. Report: One of the top stories in the state is the emergence of LHP Noah Samol (Mason HS) as a legitimate draft prospect in the state of Ohio. All rights reserved. He couples that with a true swing-and-miss breaking ball, and has a developing change that will give him the full starter's repertoire. Report: Pierce Bauerle (Franklin HS) could easily have been the choice for raw power but the combination of physicality and the ability to consistently find barrels in game landed him under hit tool. We are still trying to figure out how Cam can impact the ball with such authority using what looks like such an easy swing to the naked eye. He throws from close to a 3/4 slot which gets the expected sink and tail to his low 90s fastball that touches higher at times. Robbie Easterling, Proctorville Fairland hit two grand slams in
The senior shortstop/pitcher and University of Cincinnati recruit helped lead Hoban (24-9) to a Division II state championship. Brenner shows his athleticism on the bases where his combination of speed (6.69 in the 60) and instincts allow him to pressure the defense, as well as in the OF.