Lefthander Ben Abeldt fits a similar profile with a lean, 6-foot-3 frame and a promising three-pitch mix. OToole throws in the low 90s and has good feel for spin. Hitters: Ethan Petry has a big, strong build at 6-foot-4, 220 pounds and a powerful righthanded bat. 1 class in the 23-year history of the rankings and their first since 2018. Vanderbilt still has a talented group of freshmen, though it no longer is the nations best class. Four-year transfers were not considered for the ranking. Curtis has electric speed and also ran track in high school. He has solid bat-to-ball skills but will need to add strength to improve his impact at the plate. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports, Dec 28, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers cornerback Charles Woods (23) reacts after intercepting a pass from the Minnesota Golden Gophers during the Guaranteed Rate Bowl at Chase Field. Righthander Aidan Weaver has a big, powerful frame and can run his fastball up to 95 mph. Hes an excellent defender whose hands, range and arm all play at shortstop. He has a compact lefthanded swing and good bat-to-ball skills, though he doesnt project for big power. Righthander Austin Anderson, a junior college transfer, is coming off a strong spring and has a solid three-pitch arsenal. His impact on the mound likely will come out of the bullpen. The righthanded hitter has a good approach at the plate and some pop in his bat to go with the defensive tools to stay at shortstop. (Jersey City, NJ), Roselle Catholic (Denton, TX), Worcester Academy Hes got speed, good defensive actions and an aggressive approach to the game. He missed this spring due to Tommy John surgery, but at his best he controls his three-pitch mix well. Righthander Luke Fernandez has a powerful arm, and his fastball reaches 95 mph. Team-by-team breakdowns of the best 2023 classes can be found here. He does a lot of things well on the diamond. His fastball this spring touched 100 mph and sat 93-95. (Sarasota, FL), Madison-Ridgeland Academy 3 LSU 157.44. He recorded 17 catches for 300 yards and three touchdowns while playing in six games this year. Now, the Ducks have their first top-five class since 2010. Hes a plus runner and his lefthanded swing does damage thanks to his combination of bat speed and strength. Arkansas tops the Baseball America 2023 recruiting class rankings as the fall signing period for the class of 2023 opens. The Wildcats won 91-71. 108) Overview: Duke last year landed the programs first ever top-10 class when it shepherded its whole recruiting class through the draft. Porter has a bit more athleticism and could be a corner outfielder, but both combine feel for hitting with significant power potential. Lefthander Greg Farone this spring helped Herkimer (N.Y.) JC win the Division III Junior College World Series. Hes got plus arm strength that plays well behind the plate. If he develops more power as he physically matures, he should offer strong upside. George Wolkow Downers Grove South (Downers Grove, IL) 3B 6-6 210. In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. The switch-hitter can hit for power from both sides of the plate and has a good feel for his swing. Hitters: Silva was regarded as one of the best defenders in the prep class and could lock down shortstop for the Horned Frogs. 218). He has a solid arsenal and earns praise for his pitchability and advanced approach on the mound. 247Sports Composite. He makes a lot of hard contact, and his power potential stands out at the plate. His fastball works around 90 mph, and he pairs it with a good breaking ball. Righthander Aiden Moffett (495) has a big build and a powerful fastball that has made a jump in the last year, reaching 97 mph. Like Jacobs, righthander Cody Delvecchio has a long track record of success. Pitchers: Dutkanych was seen as a potential first-round pick before he formally removed his name from the draft, becoming the latest premium pitcher to come to Vanderbilt. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he also mixes in a changeup, a repertoire that should get him on the mound quickly. (Wichita, KS), Duncanville Recruiting coordinator: Chuck JerolomanTop recruit: Cade Kurland, SS. Righthander Connor McCreery has a projectable build at 6-foot-6, 205 pounds and a big arm. Recruiting coordinator: Kevin McMullan Top recruit: Jonny Farmelo, OF Overview: The Cavaliers have a deep, strong class with plenty of upside around the diamond. His fastball gets up to 94 mph and he figures to take on important innings early in his career. His short lefthanded swing produces power and he has good hands at first base. Below is a graphical representation of how our formula works. Two Gamecocks earn honors, looking at the rankings. Righthander Cooper Dossett is a good athlete with a big arm. His fastball gets into the low 90s and he has promising secondary stuff, highlighted by an above-average changeup. His fastball gets up to 95 mph and he pairs it with a cutter. He also is a good hitter and could see action as a two-way player for the Cavs. (Richmond, VA), Brother Rice He can do a little bit of everything on the diamond. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Arizona RepublicNcaa Football Minnesota At West Virginia, Michigan fans pour onto the field after the Wolverines 40-34 victory over Ohio State at Michigan Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2011 in Ann Arbor.Michigan football fans, Michigan fans, Michigan celebrates, Michigan logo, Block M, Michigan cheerleaders, fans on the field, Nov 27, 2021; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal quarterback Tanner McKee (18) throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish at Stanford Stadium. The 2022 group doesnt rank quite as high, but its another strong class for the Beavers, especially after Turley came to school despite being drafted in the 19th round by the D-backs. Its an especially strong position player group, which will add a lot of athleticism to the roster. His fastball sits in the upper 80s and he can run it up to 93-94. 6) to campus since 2013. 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. 1 recruiting class in the country. 231). 2023 ESPN Centers. Lefthander Ethan Darden offers some upside and has a promising fastball-slider combination. Bristol Carter Northwest Guilford (Greensboro, NC) OF 5-11 170. Lefthander Christopher Scinta throws from a three-quarters slot and attacks hitters with a good fastball-slider combination. Righthander Evan Dobias is a good athlete who stands out for his pitchability. He has a long track record of success and should be able to make a quick impact in Baton Rouge. That changed quickly in the spring when he impressed scouts with his size (6-foot-3, 215 pounds) and loud overall tools. Recruiting coordinator: Steve RodriguezTop recruit: Jalin Flores, SS (No. Righthander Will Gibbs attacks hitters with a strong three-pitch mix. He has strong starter traits, though refining a true putaway pitch would help him take a step forward. (Fort Lauderdale, FL), Putnam Science Academy Ohio State is the current Big Ten leader in the clubhouse, as the Buckeyes made their way into the top five of the recent 247Sports recruiting rankings update. He has two-way ability and the lefthader throws his fastball around 90 mph. Overview: The Cavaliers continue to recruit at a high level and bring in a strong class. (Studio City, CA), Riverview Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports, Nov 6, 2021; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Baylor Bears quarterback Gerry Bohanon (11) throws during the second half against the TCU Horned Frogs at Amon G. Carter Stadium. Each recruit is weighted in the rankings according to a, Readers familiar with the Gaussian distribution formula will note that we use a varying value for. Recruiting coordinator: Chris Hart Top recruit: Landen Maroudis, RHP/SS Overview: NC State has another solid recruiting class thats full of projection. Colin Brueggeman, a junior college transfer, adds a powerful lefthanded bat to the class. 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. Righthander Matt Scott, in contrast, has a big frame at 6-foot-6, 230 pounds and can run his fastball up to 94 mph, though he typically sits around 90. Instead, he offers huge upside on the mound thanks to his mid-90s fastball and power slider. 89) Overview: Texas had a veteran-laden roster in 2022 and lost several players to the draft and graduation. (Waukee, IA), Southern California Academy But it is Caraway that leads the way thanks to his toolsy, athletic profile that should help him make an instant impact in Corvallis. Here is a look at where teams stand in the 2023 class: SMU running back Ulysses Bentley IV (7) tries to go over an ACU defender during Saturdays game at Gerald J. Ford Stadium in Dallas on Sept. 4, 2021. Outfielder Devan Kodali (442) is a plus runner and a good athlete, and those tools play well in center field. 71). Outfielder Paxton Kling was rated as a top-five round pick before he formally opted out of the draft. Like Curtis, he covers a lot of ground in the outfield. 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. He plays aggressively, has some righthanded pop and solid speed. 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. (Putnam, CT). Jeff Sanders of the San Diego Union-Tribune joins Kyle Glaser to break down the San Diego Padres system. How rankings are created. Hes a steady defender, has above-average speed and a simple righthanded swing that has helped him build a long track record of success. Recruiting coordinator: Carl Lafferty Top recruit: JT Quinn, RHP (No. Class of 2023. Overview: Texas had a veteran-laden roster in 2022 and lost several players to the draft and graduation. He has good all-around instincts and could quickly work his way into the lineup. Infielder Cameron Cannarella has an athletic, projectable look. (Dayton, OH), Columbus Africentric Early College 182). Recruiting coordinator: Norberto Lopez Top recruit: Blake Cyr, SS (No. Hitters: Henry Godbout (354) came on strong this year, starting with a player of the year season as a prep star in Tennessee. His fastball touches 94 mph, and he pairs it with a good slider. Outfielder Keenan Proctor is a plus runner and has a short, quick lefthanded swing. (Moline, IL), Putnam Science Academy His fastball sits in the low 90s and he mixes in a slider and changeup. 64). Righthander McLain Ray has a long, projectable build and touches 94 mph with his fastball. He has significant upside as a middle-of-the-order hitter. His fastball gets up to 95 mph and he pairs it with a sharp curveball and a good changeup. (Flushing, NY), Villages Charter School His stuff isnt overpowering but he controls it well and has good feel on the mound. His control and deception makes for a tough at-bat. Pitchers: Jerzembeck has a projectable 6-foot-2, 195-pound frame and offers substantial upside. The righthanded hitter has a strong swing and makes a lot of hard contact. He has an aggressive approach at the plate but his bat-to-ball skills mean he makes a lot of contact. Outfielder Vincent Fattore has a fast, whippy lefthanded swing. As he gets stronger and builds more consistency he could take off on the mound. Position Rankings. 2-ranked recruiting class, with Louisville, Florida and Oregon rounding out the top five. Righthander Austin Tommasini attacks hitters with a sinker-slider combination and can run his fastball up to 96 mph. (San Marcos, TX), Ellison His glove is ahead of his bat, but he has upside offensively as he physically matures. On the mound, his fastball gets up to 93 mph with more to come and he has some feel for spinning his breaking ball. 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. Points Earned. Hes a lefthanded hitter who makes a lot of contact. He fits the classic right field profile and should develop into a middle-of-the-order hitter. Hes electric at his best, but like many big prep pitchers, he needs to improve his consistency to reach his ceiling. 108). As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. Hes big and physical with a strong arm behind the plate. Outfielder Marshall Lipsey is a plus runner and covers ground well in the outfield. As a result, the Cardinal bring in the top-ranked prep player not to sign in Moore and have a top-25 class for the third time in four years. Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman and Ryan GipsonTop recruit:Gavin Turley, OF (No. Gavin Guidry has two-way ability as a shortstop and righthander. He has room to fill out his 6-foot-3 frame and could grow into more power down the line. The switch-hitter is coming off a solid summer in the Alaska League and has a disciplined approach at the plate. Infielder Harold Coll is coming off a strong season at San Jacinto (Texas) JC, where he hit 10 home runs and stole 15 bases. 2005-2023 CBS INTERACTIVE ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 125) Overview: Texas Tech has a strong all-around class, bringing in some premium athleticism among the position players and an exciting group of pitchers, a few of whom made big jumps this spring. He has a powerful righthanded swing and arm and can play either third base or catcher. 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. His fastball works in the low 90s and his changeup is his best secondary pitch. His curveball is a high-spin, 12-to-6 offering, and it projects to be a second plus pitch in time. (London, KY), Link Academy 2023 ESPN . Stanford is big and physical at 6-foot-4, 230 pounds and has real power both on the mound and at the plate. (Gilbert, AZ), Newton Recruiting coordinator: Ty Blankmeyer Top recruit: Kassius Thomas, RHP (No. Overview: Miami has been recruiting as well as any program in the ACC over the last few years, including landing the top-ranked 2020 class. All rights reserved. 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. 184) Overview: The Razorbacks bring in another strong class thats especially heavy on high-upside position players. As a hitter, he has a quick righthanded swing, consistently puts the barrel on the ball and makes a lot of hard contact. His control and deception makes for a tough at-bat. His fastball works in the upper 80s and he pairs it with a good slider, making for a tough at-bat. Cade McGarrh is another speedster in the class and can impact the game in a number of ways. In order to access this exclusive content you must have a Baseball America Account. Listed at 6-foot-6, 250 pounds, Pierce George (439) has a powerful right arm. Recruiting coordinator: Chuck Jeroloman Top recruit: Cade Kurland, SS 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. He was ranked as the No. He has plus raw power and still has some room to add more strength as he physically matures. Jameson Richmond, whose oldest brother Josh Richmond played for Louisville from 2008-10, has a powerful lefthanded swing and profiles as a corner infielder. Lefthander Jake Bimbi is coming off an All-American season at Wabash Valley (Ill.) JC. 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