The class stands out for its depth on the mound, but also includes some exciting position players. 247Sports Composite. Pitchers: Righthander Nick Dugan stands out for his pitchability and three-pitch arsenal. As a result, the Longhorns brought in a large class that is especially strong among position players. In all, eight of LSUs newcomers ranked among the top 500 draft prospects, and another was in the top 150 before formally opting out of the draft. With the class of 2022 now on college campuses around the country, Baseball America presents its final 2022 recruiting class rankings, with Louisiana State topping the list. 2024 Recruiting Rankings 1 Georgia 224.83 2 Notre Dame 164.77 3 LSU 157.44 4 Florida State 155.19 5 Michigan 120.12 6 Texas Tech 115.87 7 South Carolina 115.53 8 Tennessee 108.14 9 Oregon. 2023 ESPN Centers. Colin Brueggeman, a junior college transfer, adds a powerful lefthanded bat to the class. 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. Righthander Dax Dathe, a junior college transfer, has a strong frame at 6-foot-3, 200 pounds and a good fastball-slider combination. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports, Mar 1, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC football head coach Lincoln Riley attends the USC Trojans and the Arizona Wildcats mens basketball game at Galen Center. The Tigers shepherded their whole recruiting class through the draft, meaning they bring in a deep, talented group this fall. Additionally, you can subscribe to Baseball America's newsletter and receive all of our rankings, analysis, prospect insight & more delivered to your inbox every day. Below is a breakdown of the top recruits and names to know in each of the best recruiting classes in the country. His fastball sits in the low 90s and touches 95 mph. Recruiting coordinator: Mike Baxter Top recruit: Andrew Dutkanych, RHP Overview: Vanderbilt had the No. 1 recruiting class in the country. Hitters: Flores has smooth actions at shortstop, soft hands and a plus armall the tools needed to play shortstop. Hitters: RJ Austin was ranked as a top-five round pick before he formally opted out of the draft. Pitchers: Holcombe is physically imposing at 6-foot-7, 225 pounds and has a big arm to match. Hes got speed, good defensive actions and an aggressive approach to the game. (Putnam, CT). Theres some effort in his delivery, but with a big arm, a hard curveball and a changeup, his upside is significant. His speed, power and bat speed make for an exciting combination and hes a solid defensive infielder. Recruiting coordinator:Kevin McMullanTop recruit: Jack OConnor, RHP (No. He has an exciting fastball-curveball combination and can run his fastball into the low 90s. 2023 ESPN Kickers. Righthander Michael Barnett made strides over the last year and has a solid three-pitch mix. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-USA TODAY Sports, Sep 25, 2021; Arlington, Texas, USA; A view of an Arkansas Razorbacks football helmet as the Razorbacks celebrate the win over the Texas A&M Aggies at AT&T Stadium. Hes played mostly third base in high school and might be able to stay at the position, but his bat would still profile if he moves to an outfield corner or first base. Hes also got power potential as a righthanded hitter and above-average speed, though there is some swing and miss to his game. Cade McGarrh is another speedster in the class and can impact the game in a number of ways. (Winter Haven, FL), Rancho Verde The lefthanded hitter has a contact-oriented approach at the plate. Arkansas tops the Baseball America 2023 recruiting class rankings as the fall signing period for the class of 2023 opens. (Dayton, OH), Word Of God Christian Academy Tyler Albright is a plus runner and profiles in center field, where he might remind Duke fans of Jimmy Herron. Hes not as advanced offensively but has a good feel at the plate and as he physically matures, he should grow into a more impactful hitter. (Plano, TX), Wasatch Academy He has elite speed, easy plus raw power and lightning-fast bat speed. 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. On the mound, his fastball gets up to 93 mph with more to come and he has some feel for spinning his breaking ball. Its headlined by Smith, the highest rated player in the draft not to sign, and the new coaching staff buttressed it with a few players who were previously committed to them at Michigan. 15. Recruiting coordinator: John DiLaura Top recruit: Anthony Silva, SS Overview: TCU has landed a top-20 recruiting class for eight straight years and this class fits right in. Recruiting coordinator: Jake Gautreau Top recruit: Colin Houck, SS Overview: The Bulldogs went heavy on hitters in this class and have two of the most exciting shortstops in the class signed. Overview: Stanfords class is small, but it held together through the draft. He has a powerful lefthanded swing and is a versatile defender capable of playing second base or the outfield. Hes still a bit raw but could quickly step into the Ducks lineup. 85). Infielder Brant Baughcum has a long track record of success at the plate and a good feel for hitting. (Blytheville, AR), Our Saviour Lutheran School 5 class in 2022, matching its highest ranked class in the 21-year history of the rankings. His bat is his carrying tool and he has above-average power. Outfielder Reese Chapman has a smooth lefthanded swing and uses the whole field well as a hitter. His fastball touches 97 mph and sits in the mid 90s with more velocity to come. Recruiting coordinator: Norberto Lopez Top recruit: Blake Cyr, SS (No. Hitters: Neville has standout athleticism and a good lefthanded swing. 116) Overview: Coming off a national championship, Ole Miss compiled an impressive all-around recruiting class that brings in some high-upside players and a lot of depth. (Los Angeles, CA), Hudson Catholic The Horned Frogs got a boost when Silva formally opted out of the draft, but the class also has solid depth. He pairs it with a promising slider and changeup that gives him plenty of upside. L West Colerain20200828 0020. Hes still filling out his 6-foot-3 frame but has offensive upside as he physically matures. (South Kent, CT), Prolific Prep 81) Overview: The former Florida State staff signed a top-20 class last fall and despite a coaching change that brought Link Jarrett and his staff to Tallahassee from Notre Dame, the class remains largely intact. The recruiting rankings take into account all players from the high school and junior college ranks and were compiled following many conversations with coaches and scouts. Hes a versatile defender with the athleticism to play anywhere on the infield. (Middle Village, NY), Compass Prep 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 glove is ahead of his bat, but hes a switch-hitter with upside. Copyright 2023 Baseball America Enterprises. If he develops more power as he physically matures, he should offer strong upside. Hes more than just a power hitter, however, and has solid feel at the plate. Righthander Matthew Porchas attacks hitters with a sinker-slider combination and throws his fastball in the low 90s. Outfielder Jayce Blalock has big righthanded power and, while he has a big swing, he still makes consistent hard contact. Righthander Ryan Denison also has a big, strong build at 6-foot-4, 215 pounds and power upside. 89) Overview: Texas had a veteran-laden roster in 2022 and lost several players to the draft and graduation. He has a starters profile, but average size (6-foot-1, 190 pounds). His fastball works in the upper 80s and he pairs it with a hard slider. Outfielder Korbyn Dickerson (188) was a 20th-round pick of the Twins, but the Louisville native chose to uphold his commitment to his hometown school. He can run his fastball up to 96 mph and pairs it with a good slider. Team-by-team breakdowns of the best 2023 classes can be found here. Bristol Carter Northwest Guilford (Greensboro, NC) OF 5-11 170. 8 Tennessee 108.14. Recruiting coordinator: Steve Rodriguez Top recruit: Jalin Flores, SS (No. Recruiting coordinator: Josh Elander Top recruit: Alex Stanwich, OF (No. (La Porte, IN), Kenwood Academy Class of 2023. He isnt overpowering and his fastball mostly works in the upper 80s, but he has three solid pitches and advanced pitchability. Overview: The Yellow Jackets brought in a strong, deep class that features some high-upside players. Listed at 6-foot-3, 185 pounds, he has a lean, projectable frame but also has the polish and pitchability to quickly make an impact. Jay Murdock and Hollis Porter both have similar profiles as powerful lefthanded sluggers. He isnt overly physical at 5-foot-10, 180 pounds, but he has solid power and a good feel for the game. Hitters: Cyr does a lot of things well on the diamond and has a hard-nosed mentality. Outfielder Marshall Lipsey is a plus runner and covers ground well in the outfield. Hitters: Brennan has a strong 6-foot-3, 200-pound frame and has plenty of tools. Outfielder Parker Bosius stands out for his speed, defense and offensive upside. The class is deeper on the mound, but the Gators also landed some high-end position players. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports, Jan 1, 2022; Tampa, FL, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions quarterback Sean Clifford (14) looks to throw during the second half against the Arkansas Razorbacks during the 2022 Outback Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. PERFECT GAME .TV Infielder Luke Hanson has standout tools and is a good athlete, as he also was a star quarterback. Righthander Justin Hackett has a strong, 6-foot-3, 215-pound frame and a big arm. He came to the United States for college, beginning his career in 2021 at San Jacinto (Texas) JC. Erik Blair has two-way ability as a lefthander and outfielder. NA. Hitters: Garate long stood out for his defense, and his infield actions, hands and speed give him the tools to stay at shortstop. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Wheeler Recruiting coordinator: Eric SniderTop recruit: Gavin Kilen, SS (No. He has an exciting combination of plus raw power and speed, which plays well both on the bases and in center field. Outfielders Mic Paul and Zeb Ruddell have promising lefthanded swings. Mississippi State Bulldogs head coach Mike Leach looks on during the final minute of the game as Auburn Tigers take on Mississippi State Bulldogs at Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn, Ala., on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports, Dec 5, 2020; Seattle, Washington, USA; Washington Huskies defensive back Trent McDuffie (22) forces a fumble by Stanford Cardinal running back Austin Jones (20) during the fourth quarter at Alaska Airlines Field at Husky Stadium. They have some high-impact position players leading the way, including Winslow, who is a steady defender behind the plate. Recruiting coordinator:John DiLauraTop recruit: Anthony Silva, SS. His fastball gets up to 91 mph and he mixes in a promising breaking ball. Catcher Karson Bowen has a long track record both in high school and with USA Baseball. Recruiting coordinator: Rich WallaceTop recruit: Cameron Smith, SS (No. Aidan Teel, the younger brother of Cavaliers slugger Kyle Teel, graduated high school a year early. Righthander Cooper Dossett is a good athlete with a big arm. (Wichita, KS), Duncanville (Cumberland, MD), Brewster Academy The Tigers landed a premium class, headlined by four players who this summer ranked in the top 100 of Baseball Americas draft rankings (which includes all draft-eligible players). The Formula; where c is a specific team's total number of commits and R n is the 247Sports Rating of the nth-best commit times 100.; Explanation; In order to create the most comprehensive Team Recruiting Ranking without any notion of bias, 247Sports Team Recruiting Ranking is solely based on the 247Sports Rating. 2023 ESPN Power forwards. Click here to get started. Righthander Kevin Jaxel has a projectable look at 6-foot-4, 215 pounds and already has run his fastball up to 93 ph. He has a strong arm and can play on the left side of the infield. He has plus raw power and still has some room to add more strength as he physically matures. Jackson Gaspard has two-way ability as a righthander and middle infielder. College Recruiting Rankings. His fastball sits in the low 90s and he pairs it with a good slider. Hitters: Smith was injured the second half of last summer, keeping him out of some big events and a little more under the radar. (Dacula, GA), Plano Hes a good athlete and has two-way potential as an infielder and righthander. Lucas Kelly has two-way ability as a third baseman and righthander and brings power in both roles. On the mound, he throws his fastball in the low 90s and pairs it with a promising slider. Catcher Zander Buchan is a switch-hitter with solid arm strength and power potential. (Detroit, MI), Martin Righthander Matthew Grabmann (490), also a Canadian native, has a big arm and can run his fastball up to 96 mph. His defensive ability, well above-average speed and promising righthanded bat all stand out for him as a shortstop. Hes a bit undersized from a pro perspective, but hes a unique talent and can make an immediate impact in Starkville. He was recruited as a running back in football and has elite speed on the diamond. (Harrisburg, PA), Olympus Prep It has strong depth and plenty of impact talent, especially among position players. Hitters: LaViolette is a tremendous athlete with a big, physical frame at a listed 6-foot-5, 220 pounds. Here is a ranking of the scholarship offensive tackles on the roster based on their 247Sports recruiting rankings. Pitchers: Lefthander Chris Stuart (349) grew up in the Netherlands and pitched for the Dutch at the 2019 18U World Cup. He has good hands, instincts and arm strength and is an above-average runner, all the tools required to play up the middle. Overview: The Oklahoma State class underwent some significant changes during the summer, as the Cowboys took advantage of some coaching changes to add premium talent. His skill set profiles well at second or third base, but he can play anywhere on the infield. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-USA TODAY Sports, Clemson cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. (23) and teammates celebrate their win after the game at Williams Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina Saturday, November 27, 2021. He came on late, as he previously was more focused on hitting, and hes old for the class, but with a fastball that gets into the low 90s and the potential for more velocity, he has exciting upside. (Fairfax, VA), Brewster Academy His slider is his best secondary offering, and he shows promising feel for it. 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