Roch Cholowsky SS / 3B / Hamilton , AZ / 2023

‘23 SS Roch Cholowsky (AZ) continuing a breakout summer with a single thru the left side in his first AB after quality showing in BP.

Hands/arm/actions all stood out in pregame & looked the part at shortstop throughout. @UCLABaseball recruit @PBRArizona pic.twitter.com/h7MpeTmvzZ

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) August 12, 2021

James DeCremer III RHP / OF / Brophy College Prep, AZ / 2023

Ranked at #2 in the State of Arizona, is Oregon State commit James DeCremer III. The 6-foot-2 205 pound RHP out of Brophy high school, has had arguably the biggest summer in the class. DeCremer was one of the stand out performers in this year’s Area Code Games, going 2 inn with 6ks and a FB ranging 93-95 with a top of 96. Backing up his power FB, Decremer has a tight SL ranging anywhere from 82-85 that showed to be a defining out pitch . DeCremer’s 2600+ spin FB with a combination of arm side run is an uncomfortable at bat for any hitter. During DeCremer’s 2022 campaign he has put up video game type numbers with, 74 inn 116 ks 26 BB and an ERA of 1.50. DeCremer show’s a high lift and quick arm from a HTQ slot. The Oregon State Commit has made some major strides this season and has separated himself as one of the top prospects in the country going into his senior season. We look forward to following the #1 pitcher in the state as he is an early projection for the 2023 MLB draft.

Justin Chambers LHP / OF / Basha, AZ / 2023

Previously ranked in the #9 spot and moving up to #3 in the updated rankings is LHP Justin Chambers. The Washington State commit has made some big velo strides in his 2022 campaign sitting in the low 90’s. The 6-foot-3 210 pound LHP showcased a starters profile at this year’s Area Code games, showing a 3-pitch mix strike ability. With a FB that shows some good arm side run, Chambers best offspeed pitch is hands down his SL, showing good sweep action, Chambers SL is arguably the best out pitch in the class that produces some big time swing and miss. The recent transfer to Basha will lead their staff this spring once he is cleared to play. Chambers will be a high follow in the state as he is an early projection for the 2023 MLB draft.

Quality look at ‘23 Justin Chambers (AZ) who is showcasing starter upside with feel for 3 pitches.

Working 87-90 w/ short, power arm stroke & mixing in 77-80 SLV w/ feel for faded CH (77-79).

6’3” 210. @wsucougarbsb recruit#MLBDraft || @PBRArizona pic.twitter.com/4XrvB1zL7l

— Shooter Hunt (@ShooterHunt) August 11, 2022

Ryan Kucherak SS / 2B / Hamilton, AZ / 2023

Coming in at #4 and recent LSU commit is shortstop Ryan Kucherak. The #2 ranked SS in the state has had a blow out 2022 campaign, helping lead Hamilton high school to the 6A State Championship, with a homerun in the semi final game vs Chaparral. Kucherak is one of the more projectable players in the class, with a high level hit tool, and power that plays to the gaps. In the field Kucherak has a smooth glove with a 90+ mph arm across the diamond. Kucherak has a long and lengthy build with room for added strength and size as he moves onto the next level. Kucherak will be a high follow for the Arizona staff as he goes into his fall season playing for the DiamondBacks and Mets scout teams, along with his spring season at Hamilton looking to repeat the championship season they had in 2022.

2023 Ryan Kucherak (@BaylorBaseball commit) gets the Hamilton offense going early! Big shot to left center at Hohokam puts 2 on the board in the 1st for the Huskies.

2-0 Hamilton over Chap T2@Ryankucherak@ShooterHunt@prepbaseball pic.twitter.com/z3LgYp8KFP

— PBR Arizona (@PBRArizona) May 15, 2022

Duce Robinson OF / OF / Pinnacle, AZ / 2023

Coming in at #9 and a new addition to the top 10 is OF/RHP Duce Robinson. Robinson is the top ranked uncommitted prospect in the 2023 class. Robinson is a premier two-sport athlete with big play type ability and brings an X-factor to whatever field he is on. The 6-foot-6 220 pound Robinson has the size, strength and speed to separate him from the rest. Robinson’s speed and first step has played a major factor in his success that transfers over to the bases. At this year’s Area Code games Robinson opened some eyes as one of the most talked about players across the whole event. With Robinson being the #1 ranked football player in the state we are excited to see whether or not he will continue be a two-sport athlete at the collegiate level.

Depending on the list, OF Duce Robinson is a 4 or 5 Star tight end. Sounds like football is his future, but consider me highly intrigued by his massive raw power, athleticism and looseness in his swing. 2B & 3B seen here.@PBRArizona | @prepbaseball | @ShooterHunt | #mlbdraft pic.twitter.com/h3yx52RCnz

— Nathan Rode (@NathanRode) August 11, 2022

Marco Pacheco RHP / Alhambra, AZ / 2023

One of the most interesting uncommitted prospects in the 2023 class is RHP Marco Pacheco. The Alhambra high school ace had a stand out junior season helping lead Alhambra to a 30-3 season. Pacheco posted 9 wins .99 era 56.1IP 75 ks in his junior season. With his velo ranging in the mid-80s, Pacheco has high level command with a pitch usage that keeps hitters off balanced and a 3-pitch mix that he can throw in any count. With added strength Pacheco has the ability to be one of the top pitchers in the state. Pacheco will be a high follow for the Arizona staff as he goes into his fall season with AZBC and senior season at Alhambra.

RHP Marco Pacheco (Alhambra, ‘23)

5-foot-9 185 lbs, uncommitted 23 continues to put up zeros. Living on the corners with 2 seam/SL/CH mix. 27 IP on the season, allowing 2 ER. Commands the baseball, 32/7 K/BB.

FB 83-85 T86
SL 74-76
CH 75-76@prepbaseball pic.twitter.com/Oe6djwAE0a

— PBR Arizona (@PBRArizona) April 8, 2022

Cristian Mogen 3B / RHP / Centennial , AZ / 2023

Mogen came onto the seen this past spring where he had an impressive .500 BA at Centennial high school. Mogen continued to show his abilities at this year’s West Coast games at the University of Las Vegas, where he was one of the top performers. The uncommitted 2-way prospect distanced himself from the rest as he went 5-7 on the weekend with 4 XBH. While Mogen had a stand out weekend at the plate, on the mound is where he turned the heads of many. Going 3 inn of scoreless baseball with a FB sitting 88-90 topping out at 91. Mogen struck out 6 and didn’t allow a base runner through his first 7 batters faced. Along with a good FB, Mogen has the ability to spin a breaking ball for strikes with a spin of 2700+ that showed to be an out pitch for the RHP. Mogen has made big strides in his 2022 campaign and we look forward to watching him this spring as he is a high follow for the Arizona staff.

RHP/3B ‘23 Cristian Mogen
(Centennial)

6-0 180lb 2-way prospect. One of the stand out performers across the board at WCG’s. Strike thrower with quick arm and FB Topping out at 91 mph.
FB(88-90 top 91)
(2300-2400)
CV(70-71)
(2600-2700)
Hitting (4-5 3x2B) @prepbaseball pic.twitter.com/rf4gLtu35S

— PBR Arizona (@PBRArizona) August 15, 2022

Cooper Brass SS / 2B / Hamilton, AZ / 2023

One of the biggest movers in the updated rankings going from #73 in the state to #41 is uncommitted shortstop Cooper Brass. Brass participated in this year’s West Coast Games in Las Vegas Nevada, and came out as one of the most talked about middle infielders throughout the entire event. Going 4-7 on the weekend with a triple, Brass showcased a quiet load and flat swing at the plate with a full field line drive approach. At shortstop Brass had quick twitch athleticism with good lateral movement, and an accurate arm across. At the next level we feel Brass profiles as a defensive second baseman with the ability to gap-to-gap doubles type hitter. We look forward to following Brass as he goes into his fall season with USA Prime and Spring season at Hamilton high school.

SS/2B ‘23 Cooper Brass
(Hamilton)

Flat swing with easy load. Full field LD approach.
Some quick twitch athleticism with good lateral movement up the middle. @cooperbrass1@prepbaseball pic.twitter.com/AuNmkpoIGT

— PBR Arizona (@PBRArizona) August 13, 2022