On Feb. 18, the PBR Illinois staff made its way back to Bo Jackson’s Elite Sports Dome in Lockport, the site of the annual Lockport Preseason I.D. showcase. Every year, this event is one of the most heavily attended on our showcase calendar, with 200 prospects in attendance this time around.

Monday we began the positional roll-out with a look at the catchers. Today we continue the analysis with a look at the near-100 infielders in attendance. A number of underclassmen impressed but it was 2020 INF Anthony Fornero (Lemont) who topped the list. The uncommitted junior made a lot of hard contact at the plate, was natural on the infield and showed off a strong arm across the diamond (89 mph). Fornero should be a highly-sought after 2020 moving forward.

Ryan O’Neil (Providence Catholic) and Ben Hartl (Sacred Heart-Griffin) are two 2021s who find themselves right behind Fornero. O’Neil, is a 6.90 runner, has an easy arm on the infield, the tools to stay at shortstop and a repeatable short stroke at the plate with bat strength. Hartl, who was the top catcher from the event, is a switch-hitter with a compact swing, is fundamentally sound on the infield and showed a strong, accurate arm.

To see how the top-15 list played out along with analysis on all other infielders at the event in Lockport, continue on below.

Top Infield Prospects

1. Anthony Fornero, INF, Lemont, 2020
6-foot-1, 180-pound, right-handed hitting infielder; strong, muscular, well-proportioned frame. Offensively, confident look in the box. Balanced setup, smooth early loading action, short leg-hang timing trigger and maintains balance through contact. Strong, fast hands, present bat speed and bat strength. Uphill bat path, consistent hard gap-to-gap contact and fluid rhythm throughout. 91 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, quick feet, plays on the balls of his feet, sure-handed, clean transfer and plays through the baseball. Quick, live arm, high ¾ slot, throws had life and carry across the diamond, topped at 89 mph. 7.15 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Follow 2020 prospect.

2. Ryan O’Neil, INF, Providence Catholic, 2021
5-foot-10, 175-pound, wide-shouldered, strong, right-handed hitting, infielder. 6.90 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, balanced setup, smooth load, short stride. Easy effort, strong hands, creates bat speed, hands works on top, stays short to the ball, line-drive approach and fluid rhythm throughout. 87 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady infielder, reliable hands, quick release, loose arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 79 mph across the infield. Follow 2021 infielder.

3. Ben Hartl, C/INF, Springfield, 2021
5-foot-10, 170-pound switch hitting multi-positional prospect, well-proportioned, athletic frame. From the right side of the plate, sets up balanced, smooth load, short stride, simple and controlled. Loose and athletic hands, short, fluid path, works uphill, repeated line drive contact to all fields. More open setup on the left with more pull tendencies, repeated from both sides. Fast bat speed, exit velocity topped 89 mph from a tee. Smooth actions on the infield, fluid footwork, plays through with soft hands, steady and clean all around. Long to release, arm plays short and quick, over the top slot, accurate throws carried 84 mph across the diamond. Behind the plate, pop times ranged 1.90-2.10, an event best. Quiet setup, rhythmic hands, athletic feet out the chute, quick and clean transfer to release. Arm plays short and loose, high ¾ slot with arm speed, throws topped 77 mph from the crouch. 7.31 runner in the 60.

4. Danny Wuestenfeld, INF, Joliet Catholic, 2020
6-foot-3, 209-pound, strong-bodied, physical, right-handed hitting first baseman.Offensively, open, balanced setup, long stride works back to even. Aggressive swing, loose quick strong hands, creates bat speed, level bat path, extension through contact and power potential. Ball jumps off of the barrel and 91 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady defender, comfortable around the bag, soft hands and clean transfer. Short arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate arm topped at 82 mph across the infield. 7.58 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

5. John-Michael Scumaci, C/INF, Sandburg, 2021
5-foot-5, 150-pound right-handed hitting catcher, athletic frame and actions. Able runner, 7.03 in the 60. Clean actions on the infield, active feet work in rhythm, soft hands, clean exchange, plays through with ease. Arm plays short and loose, over the top slot, true ball with accuracy, topped 79 mph across the infield. Behind the dish, pop times ranged 2.09-2.26. Low setup, athletic out the chute, fluid feet, clean and quick to release. Soft hands, loose arm action, high ¾ slot, throws topped 72 mph from the crouch. At the plate, sets up even, bar load, short toe lifted stride, maintains balance through contact. Feel for the barrel, aggressive swing with some twitch, line drive hitter to all fields with fluid rhythm through contact. Quick bat speed, exit velocity topped 85 mph from a tee.

6. Michael Kennedy, INF, Lincoln-Way West, 2020
6-foot, 175-pound, right-handed hitting infielder; strong, athletic build. Right-handed hitter, balanced athletic setup, quiet loading action and short stride. Simple swing, long bat path, present bat strength, consistent hard contact, gap-to-gap approach and easy effort throughout. 89 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, profiles for the left-side of the diamond, could grow into third base. Steady hands, plays through the baseball, clean release. Arm works short and quick from a high ¾ slot. Throws carry and clocked at 84 mph. 7.23 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

7. Matt Santarelli, INF/RHP, Lockport, 2021
5-foot-10, 155-pound, athletically-built, loose-bodied, two-way prospect; plenty of room for continued physical development. 7.11 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride, aggressive swing. Short level bat path at times, line-drive approach and fluid rhythm; 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, quick active footwork, sure-hands, plays through the baseball, clean release. Loose arm action, throws carried and topped at 82 mph across the infield. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, smooth delivery, works on-line and lands front toe closed. Clean arm action, over-the-top slot. Fastball straight action, 77-78 mph. Curveball tight spin, depth, 11/5 shape, 66-68 mph. Changeup, 71-75 mph.  

8. William Flanigan, INF, Riverside-Brookfield, 2022
5-foot-11, 175-pound, strong, athletically-built, left-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, open setup, long stride, fast bat, stays short and on top of the baseball. Line-drive approach, fluid rhythm and 84 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, reliable hands, quick and clean release, high ¾ slot, accurate throws, topped at 72 mph across the infield. 7.56 runner in the 60.

9. Jimmy Rolder, INF, Marist, 2022
6-foot-1, 190-pound, physically-advanced, well-proportioned, right-handed hitting infielder. Balanced open setup, stride works back to even and maintains balance through contact. Present bat speed and bat strength, strong wrists, short uphill bat path and pull power potential. 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, moves well for size, sure-handed, plays through the baseball, clean release, short arm action, low ¾ slot and throws topped at 71 mph across the infield. 7.51 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

10. Patrick Raines, INF, INF, St. Rita, 2020
6-foot-3, 185-pound, right-handed hitting infielder; highly-projectable, athletic build. Offensively, balanced open setup, smooth load and short stride. Wiry-strong, loose hands, long uphill bat path and fluid rhythm throughout. 84 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, athletic actions, soft hands, maintains body control on the move and clean release. Loose arm, high ¾ slot, throws carried and topped at 81 mph from a tee. Ran a 7.46 laser-timed 60.

11. Jack Dezelan, INF, Maine South, 2021
6-foot-1, 190-pound, broad-shouldered, well-proportioned, left-handed hitting first baseman. At the plate, balanced setup, loads hands, long stride and aggressive swing. Fast bat, level bat path, extension through contact, consistent hard contact, line-drive approach and fluid rhythm; 85 mph exit velocity off a tee. At first base, fields out front, reliable hands, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 70 mph. 7.53 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

12. Jacob Allgeyer, INF, Minooka, 2020
6-foot, 188-pound, strong, athletically-built, switch-hitting, infielder. Handles the bat well from both sides of the plate. Open, balanced setup, smooth loas, short stride and stays balanced through contact. Loose, athletic hands, present bat speed, short level bat path and fluid rhythm throughout. Gap-to-gap, line-drive approach and consistent hard contact; 95 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, short arm action, high ¾ slot, throws carried across the infield and topped at 84 mph. 7.24 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

13. Mason Zahara, INF/RHP, Lockport, 2021
5-foot-11, 210-pound, strong, big-bodied, two-way prospect. Offensively, right-handed hitter, tall open setup, toe-tap stride gets to even. Bat speed, bat strength, short level bat path, consistent hard gap-to-gap contact and fluid rhythm; 87 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, clean release, plays tall at times, short loose arm action, high ¾ slot, throws topped at 77 mph. 7.92 runner in the 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, on-line delivery, lands front toe open. Compact arm action from a high ¾ slot. Fastball, mostly straight, occasional run, 74-75 mph. Curveball, 12/6 shape, depth, 61-63 mph. Slider, tighter shape than curveball, 10/4 shape, 63-64 mph. Changeup, fade, 64-68 mph.

14. Adam Bendoraitis, INF/RHP, Batavia, 2020
5-foot-11, 165-pound, athletically-built, two-way prospect. At the plate, left-handed hitter, balanced setup, smooth load, short stride and maintains balance through contact. Simple swing, short bat path, line-drive approach and consistent hard contact to the pull-side. 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, fields deep at times, clean release. Short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 82 mph across the infield. 7.43 runner in the 60, laser-timed. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, lands front-toe open with regular effort throughout. Short arm action, from an over-the-top slot. Fastball, straight action, sat 83-84 mph, touched 85. Curveball, 12/6 shape, depth, 69-70 mph. Changeup, cutting action, 73-74 mph.

15. Jacob Kampf, RHP/INF, Lockport, 2020
6-foot-2, 170-pound, two-way prospect; lean, athletic build. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, slow-paced, smooth, athletic, repeatable delivery. Clean arm action, works looks and quick from a high ¾ slot. Fastball, arm-side-run, thrown for strikes, sat 83-84 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, thrown for strikes, 71-72 mph. Changeup, occasional fade, feel, 76-78 mph. At the plate, right-handed hitter, open tall setup, long stride works back to square. Loose, athletic hands, flat bat path, line-drive pull approach and fluid rhythm; 88 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, winds up on release. Loose, quick arm action and plus arm across the diamond; topped at 91 mph across the infield. 7.56 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Best of the Rest (Listed Alphabetically)

Tyler Ablin, INF, Lincoln-Way Central, 2022
5-foot-4, 120-pound, lean, left-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, short stride, short level bat path, 70 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, short arm action, high ¾ to over-the-top slot, throws topped at 70 mph. 7.71 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Ryan Adasiak, INF/RHP, Marist, 2020
6-foot, 184-pound, athletically-built, two-way prospect. 7.19 runner in the 60, laser-timed. At the plate, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, long, uphill bat path, opposite field approach and 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, fluid footwork, quick and clean release and loose, easy arm action from a low ¾ slot. Throws topped at 73 mph across the diamond. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, delivery works on-line and lands square. Long arm action from an over-the-top slot. Fastball, thrown for strikes, works straight, sat 74-77 mph. Curveball, occasional slurve action, 54-57 mph. Changeup, ranged between 64-71 mph.

Collin Amsden, INF/RHP, Marist, 2022
6-foot-1, 175-pound, physically-advanced, strong, two-way prospect. At the plate, right-handed hitter, balanced athletic setup, short stride, easy effort, loose hands, long bat path and 78 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, easy actions, body control, sure-handed, clean transfer. Short, loose arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 68 mph across the infield. 7.71 runner in the 60, laser-timed. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, smooth quiet tall and fall delivery, directional towards home plate. Full arm swing, loose and from a ¾ slot. Fastball, thrown for strikes, arm-side-run, 71-73 mph, touched 75. Curveball 10/4 shape, 58-61. Changeup, maintains arm speed, fade action, thrown for strikes, 64-67 mph.

Bruno Andriacchi, INF, Jones, 2020
5-foot-8, 160-pound, wiry-strong, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, tall setup, leg-kick timing trigger, hands work on top of the ball, level bat path, line-drive approach and 75 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, maintains body control, sure-handed, plays through the baseball, throws from a high ¾ slot and throws topped at 79 mph across the diamond. 7.49 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Patrick Barry, LHP/INF, Lincoln-Way Central, 2022
6-foot-3, 150-pound, long, athletically-built, two-way prospect. On the mound, left-handed pitcher, smooth delivery, works on-line and with easy effort. Long arm action, comes out of a short ¾ window. Fastball, late running action, 74-76 mph. Changeup, maintains arm speed at times, arm-side-run and sink, feel for the bottom of the zone, 65-67 mph. Offensively, left-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, long bat path, pull approach and 72 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, clean release, loose arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 72 mph across the infield. 7.96 runner in the 60.

Tyler Bayless, INF, Metea Valley, 2020
5-foot-11, 155-pound, wiry, right-handed hitting infielder. 7.17 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, balanced setup, pre-pitch load and quick leg-kick timing trigger. Uphill bat path and 78 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, quick footwork, gets rid of the baseball, short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 71 mph.

Mike Bednarek, INF, Loyola, 2020
5-foot-6, 140-pound, left-handed hitting, infielder. 7.15 runner in the 60, laser-timed. At the plate, balanced setup, pre-pitch load, short stride, aggressive swing, level bat path, line-drive approach and 78 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, winds up on exchange, short over-the-top arm action and throws topped at 77 mph.

Keagan Bobbitt, LHP/INF, Lincoln-Way West, 2021
6-foot-5, 175-pound, extra-long, two-way prospect with plenty of room for continued physical development. 7.06 runner in the 60, laser-timed. On the mound, left-handed pitcher, smooth delivery, on-line, lands front-toe closed with easy effort throughout. Long loose arm action, high ¾ slot. Fastball, run and sink, located down in the zone, occasional tilt; 76-77 mph, touched 78. Curveball, 1/7 shape, 64-65 mph. Changeup, maintains arm speed, fade action, 70-71 mph. At the plate, left-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, maintains balance, long bat path and 82 mph exit velocity from a tee.

Gavin Callaghan, INF, Andrew, 2021
5-foot-10, 145-pound, lean, athletically-built, right-handed hitting infielder. Ran a 7.55 laser-timed 60. Offensively, tall balanced setup, long stride, long level bat path, line-drive approach and 75 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, short, firm arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 71 mph.

Brendon Choi, INF, Waubonsie, 2022
5-foot-6, 150-pound, two-way prospect. Offensively, right-handed hitter, closed setup, short stride, simple swing, loose hands, long bat path and 67 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, loose arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 71 mph across the infield. On the mound, drop and drive delivery, long arm action, high ¾ slot. Fastball straight action, thrown for strikes, 67-69 mph. Curveball, 10/4 slurvy shape, 58-59 mph. Changeup, 61-64 mph.  

Michael Christophersen, INF, Lake Zurich, 2022
5-foot-10, 140-pound, lean, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, tall setup, long stride, long level bat path, hard contact and 75 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 69 mph. 7.76 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Evan Chung, INF/RHP, Lake Zurich, 2022
5-foot-9, 150-pound, two-way prospect. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, drop and drive delivery, works on-line with smooth rhythm and regular effort. Long arm action out of a high ¾ slot. Fastball, heavy, arm-side-run, thrown for strikes, 74-75 mph, touched 77. Curveball, 11/5 shape, feel, 58-60 mph. Changeup, near fastball arm speed, sinking action, 60-63 mph. On the mound, right-handed hitter, tall setup, minimal load, short stride, level bat path, line-drive approach; 81 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, long arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 73 mph. 7.66 runner in the 60.

Henry Cichowski, INF, Lockport, 2022
5-foot-8, 150-pound, well-proportioned, right-handed hitting infielder. Defensively, infield actions, natural on the move, maintains body control, plays through the baseball, quick release, can throw from multiple slots. Accurate throws, topped at 69 mph across the diamond. At the plate, balanced slightly crouched setup, short stride, uphill bat path, gap-to-gap approach and 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. 7.65 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Michael Collins, INF/LHP, Lincoln-Way Central, 2022
5-foot-10, 163-pound, strong-bodied, two-way prospect. Offensively, right-handed hitter, wide balanced setup, minimal stride, long uphill bat path and 69 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, clean transfer, long arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate arm and throws topped at 62 mph. 8.85 runner in the 60.

Joe Cosenza, INF, Downers Grove South, 2021
6-foot, 190-pound, strong, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, short stride, strong hands, fast bat at times, long level bat path, line-drive pull approach and 87 mph exit velocity. Defensively, can play on the move, body control, sure-hands, clean release, high ¾ slot, throws were accurate with carry and topped at 84 mph. 7.69 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Liam Crawley, INF, Stevenson, 2021
6-foot-1, 155-pound, right-handed hitting infielder; long, athletic build. Ran a 7.19 laser-timed 60. At the plate, wide setup, short stride, level bat path, line-drive approach, 84 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, active feet, clean release, loose arm action, high ¾ slot and 75 mph across the infield.

Davey Creamer, INF, Lincoln-Way East, 2022
5-foot-7, 115-pound, lean, left-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, narrow setup, long leg-kick trigger, level bat path and line-drive approach. 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, plays through the baseball, long arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws and topped at 72 mph across the infield. 8.56 runner in the 60.

Giovanni Davila, INF, Joliet Catholic, 2020
6-foot-2, 195-pound, strong, proportional, left-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, quiet slightly crouched setup, short stride, flashed bat speed, natural lift in swing, and gap-to-gap approach; 85 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, plays under control, steady hands, clean exchange, long at times. Long arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 81 mph. 7.67 laser-timed 60.

Emanuel De La Torre, INF, Riverside-Brookfield, 2020
5-foot-6, 145-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, tall setup, minimal load, short stride, long bat path and 74 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, clean release, long arm action, over-the-top slot, accurate throws, topped at 71 mph across the infield. 7.93 runner in the 60.

TJ Devries, INF, Lincoln-Way East, 2020
6-foot, 155-pound, athletically-built, lean, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, slight loading action and short leg-kick timing trigger. Loose hands, occasional bat speed, level bat path, line-drive approach and 84 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, long draw out of the glove and comes out of a high ¾ slot; throws topped at 77 mph across the diamond. 7.32 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Ben Dickerson, INF/RHP, Champaign Central, 2021
5-foot-9, 145-pound, wiry, two-way prospect. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, uptempo linear delivery, works on-line and lands square. Long arm action, high ¾ slot. Fastball, works mostly straight, cut at times, sat 73-76 mph. Curveball, 10/4 shape, 65-67 mph. Changeup, maintains arm speed at times, occasional fade, 69-72 mph. At the plate, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, maintains balance, uphill bat path and gap-to-gap approach; 72 mph exit velocity. Defensively, steady hands, fields out front, plays through the baseball, short loose arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 73 mph. 7.55 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Zachary Dinkel, INF/RHP, Naperville North, 2020
6-foot-2, 171-pound, athletically-built, two-way prospect. At the plate, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride and maintains balance through contact. Simple swing, uphill path, middle of the field approach, hard contact, 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, easy actions, sure-handed, plays through the baseball, clean release. Loose arm action, low ¾ slot, accurate arm and throws topped at 72 mph. Ran a 7.52 laser-timed, 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, quiet delivery, minimal wasted movement, online delivery and lands front-toe closed. Loose arm action from a ¾ slot. Fastball, mostly straight, thrown for strikes, 78-79 mph, touched 80. Curveball, 59-61 mph. Changeup, feel, maintains arm speed, straight action, 71-73 mph.

Justin Egan, INF, Sandburg, 2021
5-foot-8, 170-pound, strong, compact, right-handed hitting infielder. 7.11 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, open slightly open setup, stride gets to square, long level bat path, line-drive approach; 84 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, fluid footwork, maintains body control on the move, plays through the baseball, quick release. Short arm action, high ¾ slot, easy effort, accurate and topped at 73 mph across the infield.    

Ben Elias, INF, Glenbard East, 2021
5-foot-8, 140-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, wide balanced quiet setup, smooth load, short stride, level bat path and simple swing. 79 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, quick first step, plays on the balls of his feet, worked through the backhand play. Long arm action, high ¾ slot and throws clocked at 76 mph. 7.49 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Zach Fabis, INF, Joliet Catholic, 2022
5-foot-7, 135-pound, left-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, short stride, level bat path, line-drive approach; 61 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, throws topped at 61 mph across the infield. 8.84 runner in the 60.

Giacomo Fanizza, INF, Lake Park, 2021
6-foot-1, 190-pound, strong, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, open tall setup, hands load, leg-kick timing trigger, maintains balance, present bat speed, pull approach and fluid rhythm; 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, sure-hands, clean transfer, loose arm action, low ¾ slot, accurate throws topped at 74 mph across the infield. 7.55 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Luke Flesner, INF, Springfield, 2021
5-foot-10, 160-pound, wide-shouldered, strong, right-handed hitting infielder. 6.79 runner in the 60, laser-timed. At the plate, balanced quiet setup, short stride, long bat path, line-drive approach, 80 mph exit velocity. Defensively, plays through the baseball, clean transfer, short loose arm action, high ¾ slot, throws carry and topped at 79 mph across the infield.  

Brett Freiberg, INF/OF, Marist, 2020
5-foot-9, 165-pound, well-proportioned, left-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, open balanced setup, smooth load, short stride, loose hands. Uphill path with gap-gap approach, pull tendencies, maintaining fluid rhythm. Exit velocity of 83 mph off the tee. From the outfield, short arm action, over top slot, flashing carry. Fluid footwork while playing through the footwork. Threw 86 mph from the outfield. From the infield, threw 82 mph. Ran the 60 in 7.64.

Robby Gray, INF/RHP, Lake Forest, 2020
6-foot-1, 170-pound, athletically-built, two-way prospect. At the plate, right-handed hitter, open setup, long stride, aggressive swing, fast bat, short path, gap-to-gap approach and 87 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, reliable hands, quick release, short arm action, high ¾ to over-the-top slot and throws topped at 80 mph. Ran a 7.46 laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, hip coil at balance point, works on-line down the mound and lands front-toe closed. Short arm action out of an over-the-top slot. Fastball, straight action, tilt at times, thrown for strikes, sat 78-80 mph, touched 81. Curveball, 10/4 shape, 64-66 mph. Changeup, ranged between 68-72 mph.

Cole Green, INF, Marmion, 2021
5-foot-6, 145-pound, defined, right-handed hitting infielder. 7.10 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Defensively, plays with a bounce in his step, quick footwork, soft hands, quick release and can play on the move. Short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 78 mph across the infield. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride, long and level bat path. 76 mph exit velocity from a tee.

Jonas Gulbrandsen, INF, Oswego East, 2021
6-foot-1, 170-pound,athletically-built, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, narrow slightly open setup, minimal leg-lift timing trigger. Loose hands, occasional bat speed, uphill bat path and gap-to-gap approach; 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, sure-handed, plays tall through exchange, clean release, loose arm action, ¾ slot, accurate throws clocked at 79 mph across the infield. 7.45 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Tristan Head, INF, Nazareth, 2022
5-foot-11, 165-pound, athletically-built, switch-hitting infielder. 7.32 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, quiet balanced setup, short stride, short bat path, line-drive approach; 74 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, quick and clean exchange, Short, quick arm action, throws topped at 74 mph.

Aidan Herrick, C/INF, Richmond-Burton, 2021
5-foot-10, 155-pound right-handed hitting catcher/infielder, well-proportioned, athletic frame. At the plate, balanced, even setup, back load, toe lifted stride, slight rock back. Looseness in hands, path works uphill with some length and rhythm, exit velocity topped 79 mph from a tee. Defensively, pop times ranged 2.18-2.30. Athletic setup and actions out the chute, clean transfers, works through. Arm action has length, high ¾ slot, throws topped 74 mph from the crouch. On the infield, ball gets deep, clean transfers, long to release. Short arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws topped 72 mph across the diamond. 8.03 runner in the 60.

Daniel Hiemer, INF/LHP, Lincoln-Way East, 2021
6-foot-1, 150-pound, two-way prospect, projectable lean build. On the mound, left-handed pitcher, methodical slow-paced delivery, works slightly across his body and lands closed. Short arm action from a low ¾, slinger type of slot. Fastball, comes out of the hand easy, occasional run, sat 75-76 mph, touched 77. Curveball, 2/8 sweeping action, 66-68 mph. Changeup, sink, 69-73 mph. At the plate, balanced quiet setup, short stride, uphill bat path, pull approach; 75 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, at first base, steady hands, clean release, short arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 74 mph. Ran a 7.95 60.

Max Hoogeveen, INF, Mount Carmel, 2021
5-foot-7, 210-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride, short level bat path, line-drive approach and 77 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, reliable hands, clean transfer, long arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws and clocked at 67 mph across the infield. 8.47 runner in the 60.

Michael Hughes, INF/RHP, Lockport, 2021
6-foot-2, 155-pound, two-way prospect; athletically-built with plenty of room for continued physical development. 7.14 runner in the 60, laser-timed. At the plate, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, long uphill bat path, opposite field approach; 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, fluid footwork, maintains body control on the move, steady hands, short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 75 mph. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, methodical tall and fall delivery, on-line and lands square. Long, over-the-top arm action. Fastball works straight, 72-76 mph, touched 77. Curveball 12/6 shape, 55-57 mph. Changeup, 64-67 mph.

Connor Janik, C/INF, Peotone, 2022
5-foot-9, 155-pounds, right-handed hitting catcher/infielder. At the plate, sets up even, top wrap load, short toe lifted stride. Path works uphill and short, high elbow, ball gets deep, exit velocity topped 78 mph from a tee. Defensively, pop times ranged 2.50-2.69. Clean transfer, long to release, funnels ball low. Arm plays long out of an over the top slot, throws topped 63 mph from the crouch. On the infield, fast, choppy feet, fields out front, clean transfer. Short arm action, high ¾ slot, throws topped 72 mph across the diamond. 7.66 runner in the 60.

Blake Kachinsky, INF/RHP, Lincoln-Way Central, 2022
5-foot-8, 125-pound, lean, two-way prospect. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, long bat path, line-drive opposite field approach; 67 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, reliable hands, clean transfer, long arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 68 mph. 7.90 runner in the 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, smooth rhythm, stays on-line, lands front toe closed. Short arm action, over-the-top slot. Fastball, straight action, 68-70 mph. Curveball 11/5 shape, 59-61 mph. Changeup, fade action, 62-64 mph.

Alex Kelsch, INF, Oswego East, 2020
5-foot-7, 155-pound, compact, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, narrow open setup, long stride gets back to square and maintains balance through contact. Level bat path, pull-side contact, line-drive approach and 78 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, works around the baseball, plays through, steady hands, long arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws clocked at 77 mph across the diamond. 7.30 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Joshua Kendall, INF, Andrew, 2021
5-foot-11, 175-pound, well-proportioned, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, balanced wide setup, smooth load, toe-tap stride and maintains balance. Swings with intent, present bat speed, hard contact, level bat path, extension at times, fluid rhythm and line-drive approach; 91 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, quick footwork, steady hands, long arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws topped at 77 mph. 7.73 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Jack Kondrad, INF, Lake Zurich, 2022
5-foot-10, 155-pound, athletically-built, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, balanced setup, pre-pitch load, short stride, level bat path, line-drive approach and 70 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, long arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 58 mph. 8.12 runner in the 60.

John Kruzel, INF, Lincoln-Way East, 2020
6-foot-4, 220-pound, extra-large, physical left-handed hitting first baseman. 7.47 runner in the 60, laser-timed. At the plate, narrow setup, short stride and swings the bat with intent. Flashed bat speed, present bat strength, long bat path, natural lift in swing and pull power potential; 96 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, clean release, short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 77 mph across the diamond.

Jayden Lobliner, C/INF, St. Charles North, 2022
5-foot-5, 145-pound right-handed hitting catcher/infielder. At the plate, even setup, back load, short toe lifted stride. Hands work loose, level path with some length, some rhythm involved, exit velocity topped 79 mph from a tee. Defensively, pop times ranged 2.10-2.20. Steady hands, feet work quick, clean transfer, gets shoulders turned, some effort. Arm action has length with recoil, high ¾ slot, throws topped 68 mph from the crouch. Flashed athletic actions on the infield, quick footwork, steady hands, bends at the waist, packs at exchange. Long arm action, loose out front, high ¾ slot, throws topped 77 mph across the diamond. 8.13 runner in the 60.

Danny LoConte, INF, Andrew, 2020
5-foot-9, 170-pound, left-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, open, crouched setup, short stride, maintains balance through contact. Level bat path, line-drive, gap-to-gap approach and rhythm in swing; 81 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, reliable hands, long arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws and topped at 76 mph across the infield. 7.65 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Darahn Magnus, INF, Southland College Prep, 2020
6-foot, 160-pound, right-handed hitting infielder, lean, athletic build. Offensively, balanced setup, smooth load, leg-lift timing trigger, handsy swing, line-drive approach and 77 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, active footwork, steady hands, short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 77 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.32 laser-timed 60.

Ronan Meyer, INF, Munster (IN), 2020
6-foot-2, 220-pound, big-bodied, extra-large, left-handed hitting first baseman. At the plate, narrow open setup, early stride gets back to even. Aggressive swing, strong hands, creates bat speed, short bat path, gap-to-gap approach, backspins baseballs and flashed power potential. 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, quick release, long arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 65 across the diamond. 7.71 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Nathan Mole, INF, Plainfield East, 2022
5-foot-7, 145-pound, well-proportioned, right-handed hitting, infielder. 7.46 runner in the 60, laser-timed. At the plate, balanced slightly open setup, short stride, level bat path, opposite field approach and 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, plays through the baseball, short arm action, over-the-top slot and throws topped at 72 mph.

James Murphy, INF, Marist, 2022
5-foot-5, 130-pound, well-proportioned, right-handed hitting infielder. Advanced for his age on the infield. Stays low, works from the ground up, fluid footwork, soft hands, plays through the baseball and quick release. Short arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws, topped at 63 mph. Offensively, crouched setup, smooth load, short stride, stays inside the baseball, line-drive approach and fluid rhythm; 73 mph exit velocity from a tee. 7.97 runner in the 60.

Ryan Norman, INF/RHP, Minooka, 2022
5-foot-11, 160-pound, athletically-built, two-way prospect. 7.53 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, long uphill bat path, 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, clean release, long arm action, ¾ slot, accurate throws, topped at 68 mph across the diamond. 7.53 runner in the 60, laser-timed. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, drop and drive approach, smooth rhythm, stays on-line and finishes athletically. Short, quick arm action, over-the-top slot. Fastball, run action, thrown for strikes, 72-74 mph, touched 76. Curveball 10/4 shape, 61-64 mph. Changeup, arm-side-run and sink, 65-67 mph.

Lucas Pajeau, INF/OF, Lockport, 2022
5-foot-6, 135-pound, right-handed hitting multi-positional prospect. Offensively, balanced open setup, long stride, engaged lower half. Uphill path, extension, gap-gap approach. Exit velocity of 80 mph off the tee. From the outfield, quick choppy footwork, clean exchange, playing through ball. Long over-the-top arm action, throwing 79 mph from the position. On the infield, high ¾ slot, loose arm action, quick release. Made throws from multiple angels. Throwing 78 mph across the infield. Ran 7.62 in the 60.

Grant Palmer, INF, Neuqua Valley, 2021
5-foot-10, 175-pound, strong, right-handed hitting infielder. 7.03 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride, short level bat path, line-drive, middle-of-the-order  approach and 82 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, natural infield actions, fluid footwork, maintains body control on the move, sure-hands, plays through the baseball, clean transfer. Short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 76 mph.

John Persino III, INF/RHP, Huntley, 2021
6-foot, 185-pound, two-way prospect, strong lower half. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, side-step delivery, stays on-line and lands front toe closed. Short arm action, high ¾ slot. Fastball, straight action, 75-78 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, 57-64 mph. Changeup, maintains arm speed, sinking action, 66-67 mph. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, uphill bat path, gap-to-gap approach and 82 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, quick release, short arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 78 mph. Ran an 8.06 laser-timed 60.  

Evan Pines, INF, Hinsdale Central, 2020
5-foot-10, 150-pound, well-proportioned, left-handed hitting infielder. 7.31 runner in the 60, laser-timed. At the plate, balanced setup, smooth load, toe-tap stride and maintains balance through contact. Loose hands, present bat speed and quick twitch. Short, uphill bat path, spray approach and fluid rhythm. 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, plays through the baseball, long arm action, low ¾ slot and throws topped at 72 mph.

Austin Pullara, INF, Coal City, 2020
6-foot-2, 205-pound, muscular, strong-bodied, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, balanced setup, long leg-lift stride, strong hands, long bat path, pull approach and 79 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, clean release, long firm arm action, over-the-top slot, accurate throws and topped at 72 mph from a tee. 7.37 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Lorenzo Rios, C/INF, Joliet Catholic, 2022
5-foot-7, 140-pounds, left-handed hitting catcher/infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, smooth load, short stride, simple actions pre-pitch. Hands work loose, fluid path with some length, flashed line drive ability, rhythm involved, exit velocity topped 70 mph from a tee. Defensively, pop times ranged 2.22-2.36. Low setup, quick transfer to release, uphill some. Arm plays short, ¾ slot, slings it, throws topped 63 mph from the crouch. On the infield, steady hands, quick transfer, long to release, ¾ slot, throws topped 69 mph across the diamond. 8.51 runner in the 60.

Nathan Rodriguez, INF, Sandburg, 2021
5-foot-6, 140-pound, left-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, athletic balanced setup, smooth load, short stride and maintains balance through contact. Natural lift in swing, fluid rhythm and 74 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, fluid footwork, reliable hands, clean transfer. Short arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 66 mph across the diamond. 7.81 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Justin Rohde, INF/RHP, Marian Central Catholic, 2020
5-foot-9, 170-pound, two-way prospect. Right-handed hitter, balanced, closed setup, smooth load and slight leg-kick timing trigger. Aggressive swing, long, uphill bat path, looks to lift the baseball and fluid rhythm throughout. 81 mph exit velocity from a tee. On the infield, reliable hands, funnels into body on exchange, long arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws topped at 82 mph. 7.71 runner in the 60, laser-timed. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, side-step delivery, works on-line, lands square with some effort throughout. Clean arm action from a high ¾ slot. Fastball works straight, sat 79-81 mph, touched 83. Curveball, occasional slurve type action, 65-68 mph. Changeup, maintains arm speed, cut and sink action at times, 73-75 mph.

Brandon Rojas, INF, Mount Carmel, 2021
5-foot-10, 170-pound, wide-shouldered, strong, right-handed hitting, infielder. At the plate, balanced closed setup, minimal load, leg-kick timing trigger, level bat path, fluid rhythm, 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, plays through the baseball, long arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 71 mph across the infield. 7.86 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Sam Ruchala, INF, Andrew, 2022
6-foot, 160-pound, athletically-built, strong, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, minimal load, long stride, fast bat, stays short to the ball, gap-to-gap approach and fluid rhythm throughout. 82 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, fluid footwork, clean release. Short, firm arm action, high ¾ slot, accurate throws topped at 75 mph. 7.50 runner in the 60.

Damian Sanchez, INF, Lyons Township, 2021
5-foot-5, 145-pound, compact, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, open tall setup, long stride, level bat path, middle-of-the-field, line-drive approach; 72 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, hands play soft, clean release, short arm action, high ¾ slot, throws around the bag, topped at 69 mph across the diamond. 7.59 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Saverio Scumaci II, INF, Andrew, 2020
5-foot-7, 135-pound, lean, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, crouched open setup, toe-tap stride, long level bat path and pull approach; 70 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, works through the baseball, short arm action, low ¾ slot and throws topped at 75 mph across the infield. 7.69 runner in the 60, laser-timed.  

Randy Seymour, INF, Lincoln-Way East, 2022
5-foot-11, 130-pound, lanky, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, tall open setup, toe-tap stride, line-drive approach and fluid rhythm; 78 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, natural infield actions, sure-hands, plays through the baseball, clean transfer, short arm action, high ¾ lot and accurate arm clocked at 73 mph. 8.03 runner in the 60.

Doug Shermulis, INF, Andrew, 2020
5-foot-6, 130-pound, lean, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, smooth load, short stride and maintains balance through contact. Loose hands, stays short to the ball, line-drive approach and fluid rhythm; 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, plays with bounce on the infield, sure-hands, winds up on exchange. Loose arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 76 mph across the diamond. 7.61 runner in the 60, laser-timed.  

Tom Slazyk, INF, Lincoln-Way West, 2021
5-foot-10, 160-pound, well-proportioned, left-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, smooth load, leg-kick timing trigger, level bat path, feel for the barrel, line-drive approach; 84 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, clean transfer, multiple arm slots and topped at 74 mph. 7.87 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Brendan Slota, INF, Providence Catholic, 2020
5-foot-11, 205-pound, right-handed hitting third baseman. At the plate, tall balanced setup, smooth deep load, big leg-kick timing trigger and aggressive swing. Loose hands, creates bat speed, works gap-to-gap and the ball has a tendency to jump off the barrel. 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, clean release, short loose arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 83 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.59 laser-timed 60.

Brandon Smentek, RHP/INF, Plainfield North, 2020
6-foot-1, 190-pound, strong-bodied, two-way prospect. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, long stride, level long bat path, gap-to-gap approach, present bat strength and 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, long firm arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 74 mph. 7.61 runner in the 60, laser-timed. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, rocker-step delivery, works on-line, lands front-toe closed and throws out of a high ¾ slot. Fastball works straight, sat 73-74 mph, touched 76. Curveball 10/4 shape, 62-64 mph. Changeup, 67-69 mph.

Cameron Smith, INF, Marian Catholic, 2020
5-foot-9, 175-pound, strong-bodied, right-handed hitting infielder. 7.37 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, balanced tall setup, smooth load and toe-tap stride. Aggressive swing, long, level bat path and works the middle of the field. 87 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, profiles as a corner infielder. Natural infield actions, soft hands, plays through the baseball, clean release, short arm action, high ¾ slot and accurate throws, topping at 79 mph.

Jacob Sullivan, RHP/INF, Brother Rice, 2020
6-foot-1, 160-pound, well-proportioned, two-way prospect. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, compact, linear delivery, works on-line and lands front-toe closed. Arm works clean and loose from a high ¾ slot. Fastball, works straight, occasional tilt, sat 77-80 mph. Slider, 11/5 shape, tight, late action, 69-70 mph. Curveball, 12/6 shape, 68-70 mph. Changeup, maintains arm speed, fade action, 70-72 mph. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short leg-lift timing trigger, uphill path, gap-to-gap approach and fluid rhythm throughout; 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, clean actions, steady hands, loose arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 76 mph. Ran a 7.38 60, laser-timed.

Mitch Thomas, INF/RHP, Minooka, 2022
5-foot-9, 135-pound, well-proportioned, two-way prospect. At the plate, left-handed hitter, balanced setup, high hands, smooth load, short stride. Simple swing, short bat path, line-drive approach and fluid rhythm; 78 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, fluid footwork, sure-hands, plays through the baseball and clean release. Loose arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 72 mph. 7.69 runner in the 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, smooth and stays on-line. Long arm action, high ¾ to ¾ slot. Fastball, run and sink, 71-75 mph, touched 76. Curveball, 11/5 shape, 56-60 mph. Changeup, sinking action, 63-67 mph.  

Ryan Tomaras, INF/RHP, Lemont, 2021
6-foot-1, 168-pound, two-way prospect, well-proportioned strength. At the plate, right-handed hitter, wide setup, leg-kick timing trigger, quick hands, level bat path, line-drive approach, uses the middle of the field, 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, fields out front, reliable hands, short arm action, high ¾ slot and throws topped at 77 mph. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, smooth delivery, lands front-toe closed, regular effort throughout. Short arm action, over-the-top slot. Fastball, straight, 75-77 mph. Curveball 64-65 mph. Changeup, thrown for strikes, straight, 70-73 mph.

Mark Tor, INF/RHP, Lockport, 2022
5-foot-10, 170-pound, well-proportioned, two-way prospect. At the plate, right-handed hitter, balanced closed setup, short stride, strong wrists, occasional bat speed, short uphill bat path, gap-to-gap approach, 88 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, short arm action, 78 mph across the infield. 7.65 runner in the 60, laser-timed. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, clean delivery, minimal wasted movement. Long arm action, high ¾ slot. Fastball, thrown for strikes, straight, 73-76 mph, touched 78. Curveball, 10/4 shape, 58-60 mph. Changeup, 61-65 mph.

Trevor Troyner, INF/OF, Minooka, 2020
5-foot-10, 170-pound, athletically framed right-handed hitting multi positional player. Offensively, slightly open setup, short stride, engaged lower half, maintains balance. Level bat path with extension through zone, line drive ability to the middle of the field. Present bat speed, exit velocity topped 85 mph from a tee. From the outfield, quick footwork, plays through the ball to release. Long arm action, high ¾ arm slot, throws topped 87 mph from the outfield. On the infield, long and loose arm action, high ¾ slot, throws topped 81 mph across the diamond. 7.23 runner in the 60.

Brendan Valdez, INF, Minooka, 2021
6-foot, 165-pound, well-proportioned, right-handed hitting infielder. Ran a 7.17 laser-timed 60. At the plate, wide balanced setup, leg-kick timing trigger, line-drive, middle-of-the-field approach and 82 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, quick first step, long arm action, high ¾ slot, 77 mph across the infield.

Nick Verzoni, INF/RHP, Marist, 2022
6-foot, 160-pound, wiry, two-way prospect. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, closed shoulders, lands front toe closed. Compact arm action, high ¾ slot. Fastball, arm-side-run, 72-75 mph. Changeup, straight action, 66-69 mph. Slider, 11/5 shape, 66-68 mph. Ran a 7.32 laser-timed 60. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced open setup, short stride, uphill bat path and pull approach; 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, clean release, loose arm action, low ¾ slot and throws topped at 67 mph.

Justin Waddell, INF/OF, Lockport, 2021
5-foot-9, 145-pound right-handed hitting multi-positional player. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride. Level barrel path, flashed line drive ability, middle of the field approach. Exit velocity topped 79 mph off a tee. From the outfield, clean exchange, plays through ball, short over the top arm action, carry on throws. Throws topped 79 mph from the outfield. On the infield, fluid footwork into a clean exchange, loose arm action, ¾ sarm slot. Throws topped 69 mph across the infield. 7.10 runner in the 60.

Sammy Warren, INF, Minooka, 2021
5-foot-6, 125-pound, lean, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, balanced setup, leg-kick timing trigger, level bat path. 68 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, steady hands, plays through the baseball, clean release. Short arm action, ¾ slot, accurate throws, topped at 67 mph. 8.14 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Jack Willsey, INF, Oak Park-River Forest, 2022
 5-foot-11, 150-pound, athletically-built, right-handed hitting infielder. At the plate, balanced setup, smooth load, short stride and maintains balance through contact. Loose hands, short level bat path and fluid rhythm; 75 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, long arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 65 mph. 8.21 runner in the 60.

Brendon Wilson, INF, Marmion, 2020
6-foot-3, 175-pound, long, lean, athletically-built, right-handed hitting infielder; plenty of room for continued physical development. Balanced setup, toe-tap stride and hits off front foot. Level bat path, pull approach and 89 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, reliable hands, fields in front of his body, clean transfer, short arm action, high 3.4 slot and throws topped at 81 mph. 7.47 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

Austin Wood, INF, Morton Cicero, 2020
5-foot-11, 220-pound, left-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, narrow closed setup, long stride, uphill bat path, pull approach and 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, short arm action, ¾ slot and throws topped at 68 mph across the infield. Ran an 8.32 60.

Brady Young, RHP/INF, Hampshire, 2021
6-foot-1, 180-pound, strong, two-way prospect. Impressed on the mound; right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, works on-line, toe lands open and regular effort throughout. Loose, quick arm action from a high ¾ slot. Fastball, works straight, occasional tilt when down, sat 85-86 mph, touched 87. Curveball, 11/5 shape, tight spin, depth, above-average action, 71-72 mph. Knuckleball, 71-74 mph. Offensively, open tall setup, short stride, hands stays inside the baseball, line-drive approach and 82 mph across the diamond. Defensively, steady hands, clean release. Long arm action, high ¾ slot, throws carried and topped at 87 mph. 7.28 runner in the 60, laser-timed.

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