MD/DE Class of 2026 Rankings: Risers
September 3, 2024
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Tomorrow, our staff will release the updated MD/DE Class of 2026 Rankings. Below, we take a look at five players that make a considerable jump in this update, including video and scout notes on each.
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Pierce Quinn RHP / OF / JOHN CARROLL SCHOOL, MD / 2026The 2024 campaign was a strong one for the uncommitted right-hander and a standout performance at this year's Future Games was a perfect culmination to it all. Standing at a strong, projectable 6-foot-2, 195 pounds, Quinn works a high spin fastball in the low 90s with a consistent ability to beat bats in the zone, working well off the tight 12/6 curveball that lives in the 3,000 rpm range. The sky is the limit for the John Carroll righty with still plenty in the tank. |
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Michael Thompson OF / Archbishop Spalding, MD / 2026A player who has flown under the radar throughout his high school campaign, Thompson certainly made a name for himself at this year's Future Games and is becoming one of the top uncommitted positional talents across the state. Physicality, athleticism, and consistency are all words that come to mind when speaking about the Spalding outfielder, and as the body continues to mature and the hit tool continues to make strides, look for the 2025 calendar year to be the best yet for Thompson.
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Landon Daniel C / 1B / Stephen Decatur High, MD / 2026The breakout star of the summer, we highlight yet another 2024 Future Gamer who will see a substantial rise in this rankings update. A smooth-swinging left-handed hitter, Daniel showcases a consistent ability to spray line drives to both gaps with authority, and as the strength continues to increase, the power numbers will follow suit in what should be an interesting 2025 campaign to look forward to. |
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Luke Kreiner OF / 2B / CALVERT HALL COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL, MD / 2026Quick twitch with versatility and a smooth stroke from the left side, the Calvert Hall outfielder sees yet another rise in this latest update. A 6.70 runner, Kreiner impacts the game in multiple facets with speed that can cause havoc on the base paths, and the simple line-drive approach at the dish bodes well for future success. As the frame continues to fill out and strength is added, look for this to be a follow come springtime in 2025. |
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OWEN SNOW OF / RHP / Marriotts Ridge, MD / 2026There's plenty of buzz around Owen Snow across the state, as we see the lean, athletic two-way see another rise in this latest update. The smooth, aggressive left-handed stroke continues to make strides in each look this summer with added power to the gaps and alleys. As the approach cleans up and the barrel feel increases, look for this to possibly be a helium guy this upcoming spring.
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