Every Filed Report

AJ Curry

LHP / OF · CL. 2026

University City

Tennessee Signee

As usual, Curry had a significant impact on the game on both sides of the ball against Bonita Vista. At the plate, he finished 2-for-3 with a key swing in the 4th inning, turning on a hanging breaking ball and sending it for a three-run homer that broke the tie and opened the game up. He also singled in the 1st, and I came away thinking the feel in the box was mature — noticeably shortened up and stayed compact, letting the pitch travel before getting the barrel through. On the mound, the Prep Baseball All-American alum came in to close the final two innings, striking out 5 hitters along the way. I had Curry attacking with a FB (87-89) that he commanded well, showing heavy arm-side run when he wanted to work in on hitters. I liked how he changed eye levels and timing with a SL (77-79) and CH (79-81), looking comfortable going to any pitch in any count. The southpaw's cleanest work came in the 6th inning with quick outs, steady tempo, and consistent fastball location. He did run into some trouble in the top of the 7th after a few soft hits and walks put runners on, but in traffic the stuff played well and the command held up enough to finish the job. Overall, I came away impressed with the two-way showing from the Centurion lead-off.

Romeo Briones

LHP / 1B · CL. 2028

Helix

Uncommitted

At this point, I'd say Briones is just making it routine to look like one of the more intriguing sophomores around. The lefty went five innings, punched out seven, and gave up just two hits while once again showing why he keeps popping up every time I catch Helix on the field. He filled up the zone with a four-pitch mix, stayed in control from the jump, and had that same edge on the mound I keep seeing every look. It feels like every time he gets close to finishing an inning, there is a little extra in the tank. The curveball is still the pitch that really grabs me. It has quality shape, and I like how he uses it to both righties and lefties, especially when he starts clipping the zone on that back-door look. The slider plays off it well, and the changeup gives hitters another speed to think about even if he does not go to it as much. Then at the plate, he reminded everyone he is not just a pitcher by absolutely crushing a no-doubt homer to right. That was real juice, and it matched what the body and swing already suggest. Another loud two-way look — honestly, it is getting hard for me to say anything new other than he just keeps showing up and producing.

Jeremiah Jennings

RHP · CL. 2026

Madison

UCSB Signee

Jennings was flat-out dealing in this one, turning in a complete game while allowing just one run and striking out five. The UCSB signee needed a little bit to settle in early, but even in the first inning, when the fastball command was not quite all the way there, he still found a way to get weak contact and work through it. That was probably the biggest thing I took away — he never looked rattled. Once he found his rhythm, it was pretty much a wrap. He settled into 88-89 for most of the outing, touched 91 in the second, and just kept piling up outs. The fastball really drove the look for me, especially when he was able to work it in the upper half of the zone. It had enough life to keep Clairemont from ever really getting comfortable, and I noticed they had a hard time squaring it up consistently. The curveball showed some real shape and looked like a pitch I think he honestly could have gone to even more, while the changeup gave hitters another solid look to think about. Overall, this was just a really mature outing in my book. Jennings did what good college-bound arms do — he kept it simple, trusted the mix, and got people out all day.

Sebastian Estrada

LHP · CL. 2029

Lincoln

Uncommitted

Estrada was the biggest standout from the Scripps Ranch and Lincoln look for me, turning in a complete game with nine strikeouts and just one earned run allowed. The freshman lefty worked with a FB/2SM/CB/SL mix, and what stood out most was how advanced the overall feel looked for his age. I saw an easy, repeatable operation down the mound, and he showed real confidence in the way he carried himself from the first inning through the last. The FB sat 80-83 and touched 84 early, and I thought he did a strong job controlling the game's tempo while continuing to compete through traffic and high pitch counts. What really made the outing impressive in my eyes was the poise. Estrada never looked rattled, even when things got uncomfortable, and he seemed to get sharper as innings wore on. A big moment came in the 6th with the bases loaded and two outs, when he stayed on the fastball and punched out the hitter by challenging him in the zone. For a freshman to throw 110 pitches, go the distance, and keep that kind of edge on the mound says a lot to me. An extremely impressive look from a young lefty who already shows the makeup and pitchability to be a real name to follow.

Trey Crawford

3B · CL. 2026

Grossmont

Uncommitted

Crawford made a loud statement in his senior year, and I came away thinking he deserves more eyes as the season goes on. He's a physically imposing presence in the box batting 3rd in the order, with a lethal, aggressive swing, and he wasted no time putting it on display — jumping on a sophomore arm early and launching a two-run homer in the first couple innings. Even after Santana adjusted and started leaning heavily on offspeed to avoid giving him something straight, Crawford stayed productive, finishing 2-for-3 with the HR, 2 RBI, and a single. Defensively, he showed me he's more than just the bat, making a heads-up play at third — snagging a lineout and quickly turning to double up a runner who got too far off the bag. Between the power threat, the in-game adjustments he forced from the opposing staff, and the baseball IQ he showed on the dirt, I think Crawford is a guy who can help a roster at the next level with this consistent trajectory upwards.

Jose "Peewee" Salcido

1B / LHP · CL. 2027

Southwest EC

Uncommitted

Everything about Salcido's day screamed impact bat to me. Coming in, the production already matched the hype — batting over .600 through roughly the first stretch of the season — and he played with the exact confidence I'd expect from a guy seeing the ball that well. He delivered across the board with quality at-bats that consistently moved the game. The results were loud: 5 RBI on the day, including an RBI single and then a rocket to deep right field for a grand slam. It wasn't cheap power either — it was the kind of contact that jumps off the barrel and changes the energy of the whole field. Mechanically, I liked that the swing is smooth, efficient, and repeatable, with an upward attack angle that creates carry without forcing lift. The hips are the engine: he torques extremely well, and when a pitch is left in the zone, he's quick enough to get the barrel there and strong enough to make it hurt. If he keeps swinging it like this, Salcido is absolutely a '27 follow for me — the type of bat that can carry an offense as the year goes on.

Jake Robbins

SS / RHP · CL. 2026

Clairemont

University of San Diego Signee

Robbins showed me why he's viewed as one of the leaders of the Clairemont group, delivering a loud swing in the middle of the game plan. The right-handed bat got a fastball left in the zone and sent it to deep center for a solo homer — easy carry, smooth path through the zone, and exactly the kind of swing I want from a Power 5 signee in a key spot. Beyond the home run, I noticed a maturity in the at-bats. He works the count, doesn't expand, and consistently puts the ball in play to all fields when the situation calls for it. Defensively at short he's smooth, with the actions and arm strength to project at the next level. A reliable up-the-middle profile with a track record of production — the type of player I think lifts the rest of a high-school lineup just by being in it.

Owen Oswald

OF / LHP · CL. 2026

Mission Bay

Portland Signee

Oswald was an interesting all-around follow for me, starting the game on the mound before moving to center field and continuing to impact the game there. On the bump, the left-hander showed some intriguing stuff despite only working one inning. I saw life on the fastball at times, and he flashed feel for his offspeed, but command was the issue early as he worked into traffic. Once he shifted to center, Oswald really started to stand out with his athleticism. He made a tough over-the-shoulder catch going back and followed it up by throwing out a runner at the plate, showing me range, body control, and arm strength. At the plate, he added a hard line-drive single up the middle and looked the part of a tall, physical hitter with some strength in the profile. My overall takeaway was the versatility and athleticism — based on this look, center field appeared to be where he looked the most natural and comfortable to me.

Jacob Kuy

SS / RHP · CL. 2027

Westview

Uncommitted

While there was little to offer from Westview regarding offense, only tacking on only 3 hits total, Jacob Kuy shined the most for the Wolverines. The junior two-way provided an efficient scoreless 4 IP / 4 K outing, operating a steady 3-pitch mix of FB (82-85), CB (71), and CH (73-75). What really intrigued me was his FB that showed some life up in the zone. Hitters looked uncomfortable as he kept them guessing, and pairing his FB with a CH that shows late diving action was a nice 1-2 punch. At the plate, Kuy was also able to provide one of the 3 Westview hits with an opposite-side single that sneaked through the 1B glove. Overall a strong demeanor and presence on the mound — an exciting '27 to watch.

Ben Williams

SS / RHP · CL. 2027

Helix

Uncommitted

Athleticism and energy is the name of the game for Ben Williams. With nothing to write home about offensively for the first 4½ innings, Williams came through in a big way in the 5th with a line-drive RBI single up the middle for a late 1-0 lead. The swing is textbook with a short load and quick hands. On the mound, operating as the Highlanders' closer, Williams looked extremely confident in his FB — a lively pitch with late ride, firm at 86-89 mph. He ended his outing with 2 IP and 2 K's and looks to continue his stellar two-way talent through the rest of the year.

Thiago Quillin

RHP / INF · CL. 2027

University City

Uncommitted

Quillin was in complete control for the Centurions, working at his own pace. The junior RHP logged 4 innings with 4 punchouts, allowing just one hit while consistently getting to his spots. He operated primarily off a fastball/changeup foundation, showing advanced strike-throwing and feel for tempo. The CH (77-81) helped him disrupt timing and stay off barrels, and he showed confidence going to it within the zone rather than treating it like a 'show-me' pitch. He also mixed a CUT (82-84) almost exclusively to right-handed hitters. A poised, efficient outing that showed real pitchability.

Marc Osorio

LHP · CL. 2026

Bonita Vista

Uncommitted

Velocity isn't the name of the game for Osorio, but the lefty's ability to command the baseball, especially to the left side of the plate, left me very impressed. He consistently lived on that edge, forcing hitters to either take tough strikes or expand. He worked with a simple but effective three-pitch mix, going 3 1/3 innings with 4 strikeouts. The FB (75-77) showed better life than the velo suggests. His CB (65-67) was a legitimate tempo disruptor. Proof that even without big velocity, consistent spot work and dependable secondaries can frustrate a lineup.

Lucas Nguyen

RHP · CL. 2027

Bonita Vista

Uncommitted

Nguyen stood out immediately with an over-the-top slot and a breaking ball that played with real presence. The right-hander showed advanced feel for his CB's true 12-6 shape, repeatedly freezing hitters as it popped out of the hand and dropped into the zone for strikes. Across 3 innings, Nguyen punched out 5 while allowing 2 earned runs. The only real blemish came on a hanging curveball that Curry hit for a three-run homer. Outside of that one mistake, Nguyen showed excellent command of the curve with consistent strikes and shape you don't see often.

Israel Sanchez

RHP · CL. 2028

Santana

Uncommitted

Sanchez showed flashes of real upside, working with poise and a four-pitch mix. Despite an early two-run HR in the 1st inning, the sophomore didn't unravel and settled back in. He finished with 7 strikeouts in 3.1 innings — the swing-and-miss potential is evident, especially off the breaking stuff. The foundation is there: a feel for throwing strikes, didn't let the early homer define his day, and the breaking ball gives him a real weapon for whiffs.

Ryder Davey

C / 1B · CL. 2027

Santana

Uncommitted

Davey continues to trend up early this season, already off to a hot start with 2 RBI and 2 XBH in two games, and he added on by driving in two more runs via a timely RBI single and a bases-loaded walk. Calm, under control, and able to produce without trying to do too much. The swing is smooth and efficient with the upper half doing most of the damage. Behind the dish, strong defensively as well — stealing strikes with solid receiving and framing. A steady two-way contributor with real momentum.

Tyler Holmes

OF · CL. 2027

Grossmont

Uncommitted

Holmes looks like a true table-setter, turning in a 2-for-4 day vs. Santana with a run scored and an RBI. His value is in how often he can put himself in position to be a problem. The swing isn't flashy, but it's efficient and repeatable: easy path, clean follow-through, and a clear contact-first approach. It's fundamental, under control, and fits his role perfectly hitting in front of power bats like Max and Trey Crawford.

Bryan Herman

OF · CL. 2026

Helix

Uncommitted

Herman was the story at the plate, launching two no-doubt homers and driving in 5 RBI on the day — a two-run shot in the 2nd followed by a three-run homer in the 3rd. The swing is built to do damage with an upward trajectory and plenty of pop. What I liked just as much as the results was the process. Herman isn't a pure sell-out power bat — he showed solid bat-to-ball ability and the willingness to grind. The kind of power profile that can change a game quickly.

Angel Watkins

OF · CL. 2027

Helix

Uncommitted

Watkins was one of the biggest engines in Helix's offense, going 3-for-3 and driving in 6 runs while also scoring 4 times himself. The swing matches the production: smooth, effortless, and repeatable. He sets up with a laid-back, loose stance that looks natural, and his tall presence in the box helps him get to pitches up in the zone. When he's on time, it's a 'line-drive machine' look.

Ben Williams (vs Mira Mesa)

SS · CL. 2027

Helix

Uncommitted

The middle infielder took full advantage of his six at-bats vs. Mira Mesa, putting together a loud day with 4 extra-base hits and 4 RBI. Every swing looked like it had a purpose. The bat-to-ball skills are real, but it isn't just empty contact — there's legitimate power behind it. A clean snapshot of a complete offensive profile.

Ayden Avila

1B · CL. 2026

Imperial

Uncommitted

Avila continues to do what you want from a cleanup bat early in the season, keeping his RBI streak intact. Calm, controlled, and ready to hit in run-producing spots. He carried himself like a captain — steady presence, vocal and composed — and that translated into how he played first base. A reliable middle-of-the-order run producer who brings stability to the lineup.

Ares Velarde

UTL · CL. 2026

Imperial

Uncommitted

Velarde provided a much-needed spark, stacking three hits and consistently finding barrels. What surprised me most was the bat. I came in thinking 'defensive specialist,' but Velarde showed legitimate pop with an aggressive swing that uses his whole body well, especially the hips, which fire quickly and help generate power. The bat speed stands out.

Ian Shin

LHP · CL. 2029

Bishop's

Uncommitted

Shin looked like a true game controller, working at his own pace and rarely getting behind in counts. The CB (61-63) was the separator — he trusted it heavily, located it in the zone for early strikes. The FB (68-70) was firm but fairly straight; adding velocity as he grows into his frame will be the next step. Clear projection if the velo comes.

Wesley Pearson

C · CL. 2027

Bishop's

Uncommitted

Pearson was one of the biggest offensive standouts for Bishop's. He brings a lot of value in run-producing spots because the swing is built for hard contact — line-drive trajectory with some sneaky carry when he catches it out front. Quick and confident bat. The kind of bat you like penciled into a 3-hole/4-hole role.

Evan Silva

LHP · CL. 2027

Southwest EC

Uncommitted

The junior LHP was the definition of steady, going the distance with a 7 IP / 5 K effort while allowing just 1 ER. He looked calm from the start with a strong, composed demeanor, and consistently worked in attack mode. A controlled, efficient outing built on tempo, confidence, and strike-throwing. His ability to go all seven and keep the game in his hands is a big deal.

Brogan Barnes

UTL · CL. 2028

La Costa Canyon

Uncommitted

In a game where La Costa Canyon battled through mistakes, Barnes was one of the few bright spots. He helped account for one of the team's two runs with an extra-base barrel — a rope into left-center off Silva who was dealing all day. Tall, athletic frame, smooth and efficient operation at the plate, and the hands work quickly. For a sophomore, there's legit power potential.

Noah Cook

SS · CL. 2026

Mater Dei Catholic

Uncommitted

Cook made an immediate statement from the leadoff spot, leaving the yard on just the 3rd pitch of the game with a drive to deep left. Finished 3-for-4 with an RBI double to go with the homer. Stole third after a double with noticeable baserunning IQ. Defensively the actions were a bit shaky, but the bat and baserunning combo makes him a tough player to contain. An uncommitted middle INF that should be getting more looks.

Ivan Murrieta

OF / RHP · CL. 2028

Clairemont

Uncommitted

Murrieta looked like an impact two-way sophomore, making his biggest statement with the bat. Hitting near the top/middle of the order, he delivered the swing of the game in the 3rd inning, ripping a bases-clearing double that flipped the score and put Clairemont in front. For a younger player who's still growing into his frame, he showed a mature look in the box — controlled, on time, and able to deliver damage in a big moment. He also showed tools outside the batter's box, standing out with awareness in left field with an outfield assist throwing to 2nd base, and a surprisingly strong and accurate arm, nearly cutting down a runner at the plate. Murrieta then came in to close and impressed on the mound, striking out the side while allowing just one hit. The FB sat 79–81 (T82) with some arm-side run, and the SL (70–73) was the separator: wide horizontal shape, thrown for strikes, and capable of getting chase. A couple front-door sliders to right-handers really popped, and overall he looks like a legitimate follow as an intriguing two-way piece.

Colton Daudet

LHP · CL. 2026

Clairemont

Uncommitted

Daudet showed real swing-and-miss stuff despite some early traffic, finishing his outing at 4 IP, 6 K while allowing 3 ER. He gave up 6 hits through the first three innings, but the ingredients are clearly there. Once he started mixing and sequencing, you could see hitters get uncomfortable. He's a two-way presence as well and helped himself offensively, going 2-for-3 with 2 RBI. The fastball has noticeable ride and he likes to work it up in the zone. The separator is his CB (67-70), sharp shape with the kind of break that can buckle hitters and steal awkward swings when it's landed. The changeup (77–79) gives him a third look to disrupt timing. Plenty to like — miss-bats stuff, a curveball with legit shape, and clear room to tighten command and take another step.

Luke Hill

RHP / OF · CL. 2026

Olympian

Uncommitted

Hill delivered one of the more impressive two-way performances of the day, stepping into relief earlier than expected and immediately stabilizing the game. He came in from the outfield with essentially no runway, and proceeded to give Olympian exactly what they needed: 4.1 innings, 5 punchouts, and consistent execution. On the mound, Hill leaned on a simple FB/CB mix, and the breaking ball was the separator — tight, slurve-like shape with sharp break that he could land for strikes early while still getting swing-and-miss when he expanded. He helped himself offensively too, going 3-for-4 with two extra-base hits and an RBI, flashing some surprising pop. The hands work quick through the zone. An easy 'two-way' stock-up outing.

Esteban Diaz

RHP / OF · CL. 2026

Olympian

Uncommitted

Diaz stepped into the game as an 8-out closer and brought a real edge to the mound, finishing with 2.2 IP, 5 K, and allowing just 2 hits. He came in and immediately made Monarch hitters uncomfortable, leaning on a steady two-pitch plan and executing it with confidence. The energy stood out — animated, clearly having fun competing, and you could feel the momentum swing whenever he worked out of traffic. The curveball was the driver: he threw it for strikes early, showed nice spin, and still had swing-and-miss when he needed a punchout. He also contributed offensively, adding a single and driving in a run with a sac fly.

Michael Ortiz

RHP / INF · CL. 2027

Monte Vista

Uncommitted

Ortiz was the clear offensive catalyst for Monte Vista, finishing 2-for-4 and driving in two runs on two doubles, showing he can impact the baseball to different quadrants — one barreled opposite field and another with pull-side damage. The quick, aggressive move with excellent hip mobility creates leverage; he turns on pitches left in the zone without needing a perfect pitch. He also took the ball and started with a three-pitch mix (FB/CB/CH) plus an occasional slider. The curveball was his best pitch, landing for strikes and buckling hitters; the changeup gave a deceptive second speed with arm-side fade. The bat is what stood out — the main driver of Monte Vista's offense.

Kellen Barclay-McCall

LHP · CL. 2026

Sage Creek

Uncommitted

Barclay-McCall delivered a steady, composed start and did exactly what you want from a senior lefty against a dangerous Mount Carmel lineup — 5 innings, 1 strikeout, no earned runs, consistently minimizing damage and keeping the game at his pace. The biggest moment came working out of a bases-loaded jam in the 3rd, where he settled back in, competed in the zone, and escaped without letting the inning snowball. He worked with a FB/CH/SL foundation and sprinkled in a curveball — feel for mixing speeds and shapes more than overpowering. The slider was intriguing, functioning more like a slurve with some sweep/downward action. Capped a quality two-way day built on calm execution and damage control.

Jack Grassa

LHP · CL. 2026

Mt. Carmel

Uncommitted

Grassa was in full attack mode against Sage Creek, turning in a dominant 5.1-inning outing with 7 strikeouts while allowing just 3 hits. He pitched with confidence and an aggressive mindset from the start, rarely falling behind in counts and consistently forcing hitters to swing at his pitches. He worked mainly off a FB/SL combo with an occasional changeup. The fastball sat 82–85 (T86) with arm-side run and played up because he commanded it in the zone. The slider (76–78) was the separator — sharp with downward action and some horizontal bite, giving hitters a nasty contrast once they were geared up for the heater. Grassa also chipped in offensively with a single.

Kelle Leuck

RHP / INF · CL. 2026

Mt. Carmel

UCSD Signee

Leuck brought lights-out energy as the late-game hammer for Mt. Carmel, coming in unexpectedly to close and slamming the door with a 1.2 IP save and 3 punchouts in a tight game. The stuff played loud in a short stint — fastball 87-89, touched 91, with sharp arm-side run that made the heater tough to square even when it was in the zone. He paired it with a breaking ball at 78-80, almost slurvy at times with heavy horizontal movement, giving hitters a completely different shape to account for. Offensively, he showed the two-way value too, adding two hits including a single in the 5th.

Jose Partida

LHP · CL. 2027

Cathedral Catholic

Arizona State Signee

Partida was sharp and efficient from the jump, working five innings while allowing just one earned run on two hits with three strikeouts. The Arizona State commit showed a full mix with a FB/CH/SNK/CB, and he controlled the outing with the way he sequenced everything together. He works with real tempo. The CH was the clear separator and looked like his best pitch by a good margin — late diving action and consistently gave hitters trouble. He paired it well with a FB in the upper 80s that got into 92, with some arm-side action especially when he mixed in the SNK. A polished look — quality stuff, strong rhythm, and an understanding of how to control the game at his own pace.

Kaden Kuhn

RHP · CL. 2026

Cathedral Catholic

Cornell Signee

Kuhn was the most electric arm of the night and immediately changed the tone when he entered in relief. The right hander worked with a FB that sat 91 to 93 and reached 95, and the velocity clearly overwhelmed hitters who were late trying to adjust to it. There is real life to the fastball, and it comes out of the hand with plenty of intent. From the first warm up pitch, it was obvious this was premium arm strength. What stood out beyond the velocity was how confident he was attacking the zone. He did not let hitters settle in. He showed power stuff, presence on the mound, and the kind of arm that grabs attention right away.

Lucas Yriqui

RHP · CL. 2028

Eastlake

Uncommitted

Yriqui was one of the more intriguing long term follows from the look, showing plenty to like in a 3.2 inning relief outing where he struck out seven and allowed two earned runs. The 6-foot-4 sophomore has a tall, wiry, highly projectable frame with long levers and obvious room to add strength. He worked with a four pitch mix and showed good confidence throwing each pitch for strikes. The fastball was 86-88, paired with a sharp slider showing downward action. An intriguing sophomore arm with feel for pitching, a projectable frame, and enough mix and strike throwing ability to make him a name worth tracking.

Joel Vargas

CF · CL. 2028

Eastlake

Uncommitted

Vargas delivered the loudest swing of the day for Eastlake, launching a two run home run to LCF off one of the better arms in the game. There is clear intent in the box — he wants to hit, he wants to do damage early, and he is not going up there looking passive. The swing is aggressive, but there is still adjustability in there. He gets the front foot down early and was able to get to a high fastball in the zone, driving it out to left center with authority. When he is on time, the strength and bat speed are more than enough to produce impact. A strong look and another reminder that he is a sophomore bat with real offensive upside.

Kyle Harris

OF · CL. 2028

Lincoln

Uncommitted

Harris put together a solid day at the plate, going 2 for 3 and giving Lincoln an early boost with an RBI knock to left in the second inning. He looked like one of the more steady bats in the lineup. The offensive approach is simple and under control — he does not try to do too much, stays level through the zone, and works with a contact oriented mindset. There is some sneaky pop in there when he gets the barrel out front, but the overall profile leans more toward feel to hit and staying within himself.

Christian Herrera

RHP · CL. 2026

Scripps Ranch

Uncommitted

Herrera turned in a strong relief look, working 3.2 innings with five strikeouts and no earned runs allowed while keeping Scripps Ranch within reach. The senior right hander mixed a FB/CH/CB, and the overall feel for pitching stood out. The CB was the clear standout pitch — he showed confidence landing it for strikes and freezing hitters with it late in counts. The CH made the FB play better because it mirrored the fastball well before showing some late dive. Solid pitch feel, a usable mix, and the ability to navigate an outing effectively.

Walker Kane

RHP · CL. 2028

Christian

Uncommitted

Kane gave Christian a steady and effective outing, working 5.1 innings while allowing just two earned runs and striking out three. The sophomore right hander does not overwhelm with velocity, but he showed a good feel for how to pitch and consistently worked around a fastball, changeup, and slider mix to keep hitters from settling in. He attacked the zone well early, hit spots on the corners. The fastball and changeup combination was the key — solid understanding of how to mix speeds and control tempo. A composed and efficient performance.

Josh Phelps

C · CL. 2026

Mission Bay

Uncommitted

Phelps was the clear standout for Mission Bay in this one and put together an impressive all around performance, finishing 3-for-3 with an RBI while also showing well behind the plate. He consistently looked like the toughest out in the lineup, seeing the ball well and doing a good job getting swings off on strikes. There is real strength in the build, especially in the lower half, and it shows in the swing — loud contact throughout the day. Behind the plate, he threw out a runner at second and showed a good overall feel for the position. Between the bat speed, present strength, and solid catching actions, easily one of the better individual showings of the day.

Benji Molina

SS · CL. 2026

Christian

Uncommitted

Molina turned in one of the better offensive looks of the day, stuffing the stat sheet with two extra base hits and a single while showing a strong all around offensive profile. The senior shortstop has a powerful swing and does a nice job using his lower half to create torque, which helps the power play in game. What stood out most was the ability to impact the ball to different parts of the field — not just a pull side bat. The strength in the swing is evident, but it is not just raw effort. There is some feel for the barrel here as well, and that combination allowed him to put together a loud three hit day.

Dominic Mendoza

3B / RHP · CL. 2028

Lincoln

Uncommitted

Mendoza was one of the few Lincoln bats to show some life in this one, picking up an RBI double to the opposite field in the fifth and adding a sacrifice groundout earlier to bring in another run. He looks the part physically at third base with a solid build, good lower half strength, and the kind of frame that hints at future power. When he gets the barrel to it, the ball comes off well. There is still polish needed in the overall game, but the ingredients are there to keep following. A young corner bat with strength, some present impact, and room to keep developing.

Jayden Harris

C · CL. 2028

San Diego

Uncommitted

Harris came into this one with strong season numbers and did nothing to cool that off, finishing with three hits, two RBI, and three stolen bases in a loud all around offensive showing. It's a simple, easy operation in the box — clean load, hands moving quickly through the zone, lower half doing a lot of the work. Three stolen bases from a catcher catches attention right away. In warmups, he showed a 2.12 pop time. Defensively, there is still some development needed behind the dish. The combination of strength, bat speed, and athleticism makes him a very notable follow.

Landon Black

OF · CL. 2028

San Diego

Uncommitted

Black was the standout follow from San Diego in this look and turned in a strong two way performance. The sophomore center fielder drove in the first two runs of the game with a loud double to left center and looked the part physically right away. He is a tall, long framed athlete who already stands out on the field, and the frame alone makes him an intriguing follow moving forward. The bat speed grabbed attention. He also showed athleticism in center field with a diving catch to end the fifth. Sophomore worth tracking closely — size, bat speed, and center field traits all point to upside.

Trevor Cochrum

INF · CL. 2027

Foothills Christian

Uncommitted

Cochrum added to the offensive outburst with a strong multi-hit day, driving in two on a double down the left field line and adding a single through the 5-6 hole. He looks more like a contact oriented bat than a true power threat, but the barrel feel stood out. The stance is balanced, the operation is fairly simple, and he did a nice job finding a way to produce when pitches were there to handle. The swing works with more of a quick, reactive look than a big loaded move. One of the more reliable bats in the Foothills Christian lineup.

Johannes Jansen-Granillo

RHP / INF · CL. 2027

Foothills Christian

Uncommitted

Jansen-Granillo turned in one of the more complete two way performances of the day, impacting the game both on the mound and at the plate. The junior filled up the stat sheet offensively with multiple extra base hits and a single, showing a good feel for the barrel and driving in two runs. Hitting out of the leadoff spot, he looked comfortable from the start. On the mound, he worked with a fastball, changeup, and curveball mix while doing a nice job sticking to his spots. The fastball and changeup worked well off each other, and the curveball showed solid shape. Easy confidence in how he carried himself — a strong showing from a player who contributed in a lot of ways.

Jorge Luque

SS · CL. 2027

Madison

Uncommitted

Luque put together one of the louder all around performances of the day, going 4 for 5 with 4 RBI, a stolen base, and steady work at shortstop. The junior looks the part right away with a tall, lengthy frame and athleticism that shows up on both sides of the ball. In the box, he looked confident and under control, showing quick hands and a mature presence throughout his at bats. Defensively, he looked comfortable at the six spot and moved with ease. He turned a double play on his own and nearly made a standout throw from shallow left. A player who continues to trend up and one coaches and scouts should keep firmly on the radar.

Harrison Brown

OF · CL. 2027

Madison

Uncommitted

Brown continued his hot stretch with another strong showing, finishing 3-for-5 with 2 RBI and looking like one of the most dangerous bats in the lineup and in the Western League. He stands out physically right away with a strong build, especially in the lower half, and that strength shows up in the swing. The operation is pretty easy overall, but there is real force behind it. The strength and bat speed work together — quick hands through the zone with the lower half doing a lot of the work. It is an aggressive swing, but it stays under control. A bat that is clearly trending in the right direction.

Kie Smith

OF · CL. 2027

Helix

Uncommitted

Smith looked like exactly the kind of table setter you want at the top of the lineup, going 2 for 5 with a double and an RBI single while showing a steady contact driven approach. The junior does a nice job keeping the swing under control, and there is a lot to like in the way he uses his back side without wasting movement. The bat to ball feel stood out — he showed the ability to bring the hands in and still get the barrel to a pitch that got in on him, leading to an RBI single later in the game. Reliable leadoff bat that does his job and keeps pressure on the defense.

Xavier Jauregui

INF · CL. 2028

Mater Dei Catholic

Uncommitted

Jauregui put together a really strong day at the plate, going 3 for 4 with two singles, a late double, and 2 RBI. The sophomore infielder looked like one of those hitters who was just seeing everything clearly, staying on time and consistently putting together quality swings. He is more contact oriented than power driven right now, but the bat to ball feel stood out. What I liked most was how well he handled offspeed stuff — did not get out in front, stayed balanced, and showed the ability to adjust and still drive the ball. A steady contact driven approach and the kind of feel to hit that makes him a solid sophomore follow.

Ian Dougherty

CF · CL. 2027

Mater Dei Catholic

Uncommitted

Dougherty turned in a solid offensive look, finishing with two hits including a single in the second and a double in his next at bat. The junior outfielder showed a swing that is easy to like — quickness through the zone and an aggressive intent that gives him some real impact potential. He loads heavily into the back side, then lets the swing work with a whip-like path that gets through the ball well. He rotates the hips well and creates some torque, which helps the power play without making the swing look too forced. Bat speed and some sneaky impact.

Omar Santos

RHP · CL. 2026

Mater Dei Catholic

Uncommitted

Santos turned in a strong, efficient outing, working five innings while allowing three earned runs and striking out seven. The right hander does not light up the gun, but he showed a lot of pitchability and knew how to work through an outing with a four pitch mix of fastball, changeup, curveball, and slider. The delivery has a shorter, slightly funky release that helps the ball play a little differently out of the hand. The slider was the clear standout — he showed confidence throwing it to both sides of the plate, especially when he could back door or front door it to right handed hitters. A real put away option.

Marco Reyes

OF · CL. 2026

Montgomery

Uncommitted

Reyes was one of the clear bright spots for Montgomery and looked like a true tone setter from the leadoff spot. The senior center fielder went 3-for-3 and drove in the first two runs of the game with an opposite field single, and what stood out most was just how comfortable he looked letting the ball travel and using the whole field. All three hits went the other way — impressive enough on its own, but especially so from a left handed hitter. There is a confident edge in the box. The bat to ball skills were the big takeaway offensively, but he also impacted the game with his athleticism — two stolen bases late, plus a diving catch and a strong throw home from center field. The kind of player every lineup wants at the top.

Brody Buoncristiani

1B / LHP · CL. 2026

Chino Hills

CSUB Signee

Buoncristiani stepped into a tense spot with the game tied 4-4 and immediately changed the tone, coming on in relief and dominating to keep Chino Hills in it and push the game into extras. After the previous reliever struggled to find comfort, Brody entered and looked like the best player on the field right away — calm presence, confident pace, and a clear ability to attack hitters without flinching. The more he pitched, the better he got, which is impressive coming out of the bullpen. He limited damage while piling up whiffs and 6 strikeouts, allowing just one hit in his relief work. He worked with a simple but effective FB/CH/SL mix, and the FB/CH combo did most of the heavy lifting. The FB sat 83-85 and touched 86, and it played up because he commanded it and used it to set up the change. Composed, confident reliever who entered in a pressure moment and held the line for multiple innings contributing to a hard-fought win.

Joaquin Covarrubias

LHP · CL. 2027

Bonita

USC Signee

Covarrubias brought plenty to like in his start for the Bearcats, finishing 4.2 IP with 3 K while allowing 2 ER on 6 hits. From the jump, the stuff looked alive, especially for a left-hander, and he held his velocity deep, sitting 85-87 and touching 89. He showed the ability to compete in the zone early and give Bonita a chance to win regardless of the result. A confident USC-bound lefty who held velocity deep into the outing and projects to keep ticking up.

Joaquin Mendez

C · CL. 2028

Bonita

Uncommitted

Mendez was all over this game and looked like a sophomore you can already project forward. He went 2-for-3 at the plate with a barreled double and an RBI, consistently sparking offense. One of his hardest barrels was laced to left-center and nearly left the yard, banging off the wall — easy power showing up alongside the contact ability. Behind the dish, he looked the part with a lively arm and quick, efficient footwork out of the crouch. He posted a 1.97 pop time and immediately backed it up in-game by throwing out a runner at second in the first inning. The biggest separator was his feel for the game in high-leverage spots. In the 7th, Mendez executed a fake-to-second, throw-to-third play at a crucial moment to keep the game tied — a heads-up sequence that showed awareness and confidence. Two-way impact, advanced defensive traits, and clear physical upside as he continues to get stronger — a must-follow in the '28 class.

Sebastian Lawrence

RHP · CL. 2028

Glendora

Uncommitted

Lawrence showed real promise and competed well against a quality Ayala lineup, controlling the game early and taking a no-hitter into the 4th inning before things started to drift. Through three, he was simply getting outs, and I could see him settle into a real rhythm. The fastball sat 87-88 and touched 89 for a sophomore arm — that's an exciting baseline with plenty of projection in the frame as he continues to grow. A clear name to follow from the '28 class.

Easton Sarmiento

LHP / OF · CL. 2027

Ayala

UCSB Signee

Sarmiento was the headliner on the mound, turning in 4.2 IP, 0 ER, 7 K while showing why his name draws attention. He came out attacking from the first inning, and it was obvious early that the FB/CH pairing was going to drive the outing — same look out of the hand, tough to separate, and he consistently worked in the zone with confidence. The FB sat 87-89 and touched 90 early before dipping into the 85-87 range from the 3rd inning out (possibly pitch count/fatigue), but the stuff still played because of sequencing and his CB (74-76). It almost functioned like a slurve with heavy tilt and it generated a ton of uncomfortable swings and whiffs — clearly his put-away pitch. The CH (78-80) is firm and can get hit when it's left up, but when he located it, it worked well off the heater and kept hitters off time. An exciting profile — confident lefty with real fastball/secondary pairing, a nasty breaking ball that misses bats, and just a bit of refinement needed with changeup location.

Jaden Valenzuela

OF · CL. 2026

Ayala

UC Irvine Signee

Valenzuela delivered the loudest swing of the day and ended up being the difference maker for Ayala, igniting a huge inning with a two-run homer in the 4th as part of a six-run frame. The ball didn't look like a no-doubter off the bat, but it kept carrying and just snuck over the right-field wall — the type of swing that shifts momentum and separates a game quickly. He added on later with an RBI single in the 6th to the opposite field, finishing the day with two hits and three RBI total. The offensive profile is simple and effective: smooth left-handed swing, minimal load, then a quick-trigger hip fire that creates real impact when he's on time.

Eric Hernandez

INF · CL. 2026

Ayala

Uncommitted

Hernandez provided extra separation for the Bulldogs with a big swing, ripping a 2-RBI double down the left-field line to add insurance runs. He may not have the biggest frame, but he gets a ton out of what he has — an aggressive, damage-minded swing that can impact the ball when he finds the barrel. Earlier in the game, he smoked a few line drives to left that just happened to find gloves, which speaks to the quality of contact even when the box score doesn't fully reward it. He looks like a top-of-the-order type who still produces like a run driver because the intent is always there. The kind of hitter who can change an inning with one hard swing — the consistent loud contact makes him a tough out even when the results on a given day don't all fall.

Jordan Ayala

UTL / RHP · CL. 2028

Norco

Uncommitted

Ayala was everywhere for Norco in this one, starting at third base and putting together a perfect 4-for-4 day with 3 RBI, adding a double and three singles. I had seen him before on the mound last season as more of a pitcher, but seeing him in person as a position player made it clear the bat is a real weapon. He produced contact, he produced damage, and he looked comfortable doing it — the kind of hitter who keeps the line moving and finds a way to do something every at-bat. The two-way upside is real, but the bat is the standout takeaway right now.

Tyler Gloff

OF · CL. 2028

Scripps Ranch

Uncommitted

Gloff put together a strong look in this one, finishing 2-for-5 with a run scored and the walk-off RBI in the eighth. The sophomore center fielder is an intriguing young follow and already looks like a player who is going to keep drawing attention based on the results he's been able to pull off so far in this young season. He came into the game with two home runs on the year. After a quiet start in his first two at-bats, Gloff picked up a single on a pitch that got in on him and did a nice job still finding the barrel. His best swing came in the 8th with the game on the line — he looked all over the fastball the entire at-bat, first hammering one on the inner half just foul, then getting a very similar pitch and not missing the next time. He stayed on it, turned it around well, and lined it over the third baseman's head for the walk-off. Smooth, under-control swing with early hip involvement that helps him get turned on inside pitches.

Jesse Dawson

RHP / INF · CL. 2026

Scripps Ranch

Uncommitted

Dawson turned in a solid relief look over four innings, showing how effective he can be without overpowering velocity. The senior worked with a FB/CB/SL/CH mix, but the CB was clearly the separator in this outing. He punched out three and did a good job keeping Scripps Ranch in the game, leaning on feel and pitchability more than raw stuff. The CB was the main takeaway here and looked like a real weapon throughout the outing — confident throwing it early for strikes and going back to it when he needed swing-and-miss. The shape stood out, showing quality depth with a bigger breaking look that made it tough for hitters to square up.

Cooper Sitton

SS / RHP · CL. 2026

Scripps Ranch

Uncommitted

Sitton put together a strong all-around showing in this one, going 3-for-4 with 2 RBI while impacting the game on both sides. The senior shortstop got things going offensively for Scripps Ranch with a two-RBI single and looked like one of the more reliable bats in the lineup throughout the day. It is a simple, line-drive-oriented approach at the plate, but he consistently found hard contact and did a nice job staying under control in the box. He looked like the kind of player who gives his team quality at-bats every time up.

Shane Piester

OF / RHP · CL. 2026

Maranatha Christian

Uncommitted

Piester looked like the biggest offensive threat in the Maranatha lineup and backed it up with production, finishing with a single and a two-run home run to left-center that gave the Eagles a three-run lead in the third. He stands out right away on looks alone with a tall, strong frame and present lower half strength. There is good physicality here, and it shows in the box. After the home run, Scripps Ranch clearly treated him with caution. The swing is smooth and controlled, and what stands out is that he does not need to overswing to create damage — the strength does a lot of the work, which lets him stay fairly easy in the operation while still producing real impact off the barrel. The kind of presence and strength at the plate that makes him tough to attack once he gets going.

Alex Harrington

SS · CL. 2026

Cathedral Catholic

Stanford Signee

Harrington turned in another polished look, going 2-for-3 with a run scored and an RBI while showing why he is so highly regarded in the 2026 class. The Stanford signee stayed on the barrel throughout the day and drove two hard line-drive singles through the 5-6 hole, showing a simple, effective approach with feel for hard contact to the pull side. He added on with an RBI later in the game and also remained a factor on the bases, showing awareness and instincts with an aggressive jump to steal third. Defensively, Harrington looked natural at shortstop and moved with the kind of ease I want to see from a true middle infielder. The glove looked sure-handed and dependable. A polished, projectable middle-infield profile that lives up to the Stanford pedigree.

Dylan Seward

SS · CL. 2027

Norco

Tennessee Commit

Some players walk into the box and you can feel the park shift — Seward is one of those players. Every at-bat has that 'something's about to happen' feel, and once again he backed up the hype with an all-around showing that looked effortless and loud at the same time. He's the kind of player that makes you understand why he's talked about the way he is before you even check the stat line. Seward went 2-for-3, including a no-doubt homer to left and another barreled ball to right field that was hit hard enough to be extra bases — his speed turned it into pressure immediately. He added another tool late by stealing third, flashing the 6.18 speed and showing he's going to take any edge you give him. True five-tool impact — power, contact, speed, instincts, and clean actions at short — and he makes it all look like routine work.

Jayden Chavez

SS · CL. 2026

Martin Luther King Jr.

Uncommitted

On a day where King's offense didn't give you much to circle, Chavez was the guy that kept pulling your eyes back in. Watching warm-ups alone, you could tell he was going to look the part. He commanded the shortstop position with real comfort and confidence — smooth, fluid, and clearly in control of the infield. Defensively, the tangibles stood out: quick and agile lower half, urgent feet, clean transitions, and an easy ability to sync the lower and upper half to finish plays. He made the position look simple, which is usually the best compliment you can give a shortstop. Offensively, King bats were quiet, but Chavez still contributed with a single in the 4th, and he flashed quickness on the bases when he got the chance. Overall, his glove and athletic actions were the takeaway — the type of shortstop who can steady a defense and impact the game even when the bats around him aren't going.

Cameron Hatfield

OF · CL. 2027

Newport Harbor

Uncommitted

Hatfield was the spark that lit the fuse for the Sailors' offense. Before the scoreboard ever started moving, he set the tone with a grinder of an at-bat, working a 7-pitch sequence where he stayed patient, spoiled tough pitches, and waited for something he could handle. When he finally got his pitch, he didn't miss it — ripping a ball over the third baseman to drive in the first two runs of the game. What stood out was how composed he stayed once he got to two strikes; he shortened up, fought, and stayed confident in the box. That approach is valuable — a hitter who can extend at-bats, win two-strike counts, then still punish a mistake. In this one, Hatfield's swing was the turning point that got the Sailors rolling.

Will Adams

C · CL. 2026

Los Alamitos

Uncommitted

The box score will tell you Los Alamitos never got the offense going, but it won't tell you how much Adams kept the game from getting out of hand. Even in a rough team result where the bats were quiet, the senior backstop was a legitimate bright spot — without him behind the plate, the run total could've looked a lot worse. Adams was a wall in the dirt, showing lateral quickness and urgency on blocks, especially in big moments with runners on. There were multiple pitches spiked with traffic on the bases where he smothered it cleanly and stopped the extra 90. In between innings I had him at a 1.93 pop, and it matched the overall athletic frame with a quick transfer and agile feet. He also showed advanced receiving and frame skills — strong hands, clean presentation, and the ability to steal strikes on pitches just off the zone. The toughness and leadership popped too, taking a couple foul balls off the mask, then hopping right back in like nothing happened. As a defender, Adams looked like a college catcher who can impact games even when the lineup isn't producing.

Jasim Malik

SS · CL. 2026

Don Lugo

Uncommitted

Malik was an easy one to notice the moment he stepped on the field — a long, projectable 6'3 frame with athletic traits that stand out at shortstop. Don Lugo didn't have a ton of offensive bright spots, but Malik was one of them, putting together a 2-for-4 day and showing he can impact the ball to the big part of the field. At the plate, it's a smooth operation with clean hands and the ability to get the barrel inside on pitches on the inner half. He barreled two balls the other way for a single and a double, and both swings looked controlled and confident, not fluky oppo contact. Defensively, he moved well enough for the position and made the plays, including a throw that was a bit upper-half heavy but still got there. A projectable uncommitted senior profile — physical upside, opposite-field approach, and enough athleticism to keep an eye on.

Evan Spencer

SS · CL. 2026

Summit

Uncommitted

Spencer was one of the steady difference-makers in Summit's 8-4 win, impacting the game in multiple ways without needing a huge stat line. He went a clean 2-for-2 with two singles and two RBI, doing his job from the leadoff spot and cashing in opportunities when they came up. Simple, effective day at the plate. Defensively, he looked like a quality shortstop, showing good feel for the position with athletic actions and reliable hands. The highlight was an accurate throw on the run to end the 2nd, and even on plays where he didn't get the out at first, he still made winning defensive contributions by keeping balls from leaking into the outfield, including a sliding stop that saved damage. An uncommitted senior with tools and instincts that can help a college program.

Landon Peterson

INF · CL. 2027

Summit

Uncommitted

Peterson delivered the swing that changed the feel of the game. With it tied at 2-2 in the 3rd inning, he came up in a big spot and shot a two-run single to left field, helping Summit open things up during a key rally. Even with the left fielder helping on the second run with an error, the moment still belonged to Peterson because the ball was put in play with intent and it flipped the inning. The approach is simple and effective — contact-first with enough feel to adjust within the at-bat. What stood out was his ability to recognize and stay back on a breaking ball, adjusting to the off-speed pitch and still getting it to the pull side into left. That kind of bat-to-ball skill in a pressure spot is valuable, and Peterson showed he can be a steady run producer when the game tightens up.

Demarco Rojas

LHP · CL. 2026

Bonita Vista

Uncommitted

Rojas turned in a steady, poised start against Grossmont, giving Bonita Vista a chance to win with 5.2 IP, 1 ER, 4 K. He looked confident from the first inning on, worked with composure, and consistently made competitive pitches to stay in control of counts. Even when things got tight, he didn't panic — stayed aggressive in the zone and trusted his stuff to get outs. He operated with a FB/CB/SL/CH mix and showed feel for all four, especially his ability to locate the secondaries to the inner half and disrupt timing. The FB sat 79-82 and touched 83, and he used it to set up a high-dropping CB (67-69) with legit shape that buckled a few hitters when he landed it. The SL (70-73) and CH (75) gave him two more looks he could throw for strikes, helping him stay ahead and avoid giving hitters one speed to sit on. Command drifted a bit as the outing wore on, and a few defensive miscues behind him helped create extra traffic and extended innings, but the overall takeaway was positive. Rojas competed, filled up the zone, and got strikeouts when he needed them.

Kensen Johnson

SS · CL. 2028

Bonita Vista

Uncommitted

It wasn't Johnson's day at the plate and it really wasn't Bonita Vista's day offensively in general, but the glove was the story for him in this one. He took some aggressive hacks and just never found a knock, same story for most of the lineup, but he still found a way to impact the game with his defense — and that's what stood out. Up the middle, Johnson made multiple plays that don't get recorded as 'flashy' unless you're watching closely — balls in the 6-hole and shaded up the middle where his athleticism, awareness, and first step made the difference. The lateral quickness showed, he got good jumps, and he played with urgency. The arm is a real tool — it's live, and comes out like a bullet with a quick release, letting him beat runners at first even when the play is moving fast. Coming into the year, the shortstop actions and lower-half polish were more of a question — the operation could get upper-half heavy — but in this look he flashed more confidence and athletic ability at the position. If the lower half continues to smooth out with reps, the arm talent and instincts give him a high ceiling up the middle.

Jack Grassa

LHP · CL. 2026

Mt. Carmel HS

Uncommitted

The uncommitted senior was electric in all facets of the game, punching out 9 with a complete game outing on the bump. His FB was his main putaway pitch as it has some late rise in the zone missing bats and pairing it well with a SL was difficult for hitters to pickup. With runs coming at a premium, Grassa delivered when it mattered and sent the Sundevils to Torrey Pines for the 1st round of CIF-SDS D-1 playoffs.