Future Games Team New Jersey: Position Players
July 25, 2023
We're now just one day away from the biggest event of the year, where the Garden State's top 2025's and 2026's will gather in Atlanta, GA for the 2023 Prep Baseball Report Future Games. It was a hard process to reach this point.
Team NJ's slate begins the morning of Wednesday, July 26 with a position player showcase. The much anticipated opener is set for the 27th vs. Team Georgia before facing off with Team Texas on Friday the 28th. Gameplay wraps up the following day against an always tough Indiana squad.
Below is an in-depth preview of what to expect amongst our finalized roster of position players.
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BRAEDEN LIPOFFC / GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC, NJ / 2026Rankings StateRank: 9 / POS: 1
No.1 overall C in the class (NJ) for a reason. Lipoff is broad shouldered at 5’11/185lbs. He shoots to 2nd in the 1.92-2.06 range. Hitting exit velo is 99.4mph. Had a tremendous showing at the NJ State Games. Hit a booming double to the pullside. Has a tall setup w/ability to get barrel out in front with ease. Way above his years physically. Name to follow!
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JR ROSADOC / BRIDGEWATER-RARITAN, NJ / 2025Rankings StateRank: 30 / POS: 2
Is the No.2 ranked '25 C in NJ. His arm talent is off the charts. Behind the dish his pop times are 1.93-2.03 throwing 83 mph. On the mound he runs his FB up to 88mph. This dude is toolsed up with wiry attributes and super energetic behind the plate. Everything you want in a C. Also keeps angle throughout his swing, leg pump and go approach. Highest hitting EV is 91.3.
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ANDREW PARISIC / RANNEY, NJ / 2025Rankings StateRank: 17 / POS: 1
Big Frame at 6’3/200lb. Straight up pure hitter. Has an act for finding consistent barrels. Coming off a season in which he hit .492 (31 for 63). His highest exit velo is 99.1mph. Andrew’s upper half stays very connected through his swing creating a lot of whip. Lots of power to come.
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JOEY ERACESS / ST. AUGUSTINE PREP, NJ / 2025Rankings StateRank: 27 / POS: 8
The speedy middle infielder flashed a 6.79 60 at this years NJ state games. Complimented with a 92 mph throw from SS and 94.3 mph exit velo. TT trigger in the batters box, maintains direction and showed an innate ability to hit ball back through the middle. “Joey Baseball” is a gamer and the speed tool is very intriguing.
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MATTHEW FERRARASS / TOMS RIVER EAST, NJ / 2025Put on a show this year at NJ state games, earning himself a spot on the Futures Games roster. A true SS with plus ability to make the routine play. Posted a 92.7mph hitting exit velo, in the box Matt has a very smooth transition from setup to contact. Consistent barrel finder showcasing attributes to hit in the top of the order. As a sophomore he hit .397 with an OBP of .494. Name to follow!
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MASON WILSONSS / RANDOLPH, NJ / 2026Is a supreme ATH. Rangy SS with versatility to be able to play all infield positions. At the dish maintains posture and turns well. Creating backspin and carry. The speed is also premium, showing 6.73 60 yard dash. As a ‘26 in a primarily ‘25 event look out for Mason to fit in just fine!
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CARTER GRANDE3B / ST. JOSEPH'S MONTVALE, NJ / 2025Rankings StateRank: 43 / POS: 1
Big frame with a lot of upside. Locked down 3B all year for his high school team. Throws 83mph across the diamond. In his swing he has a wide base short bat wiggle and a small stride. Repeats it well and does get to his power. Really like the way the barrel works. It stays in the zone and on the ball. Strong presence on the field, look for No.1 ranked 3B in NJ to stand out.
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GUY LYNAM3B / GLOUCESTER CATHOLIC , NJ / 2026A very familiar name to Lakepoint. Guy attended the Jr. futures as well as the Futures games last year. The super ATH third basemen has tremendous range and a plus arm (87mph). At the plate he possesses the ability to go gap to gap. Sweet LH swing in which the barrel stays in the zone for a long time. The No.4 ranked ‘26 player in the state hit .364 as a freshman helping his team win a state championship. Impressive talent.
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WILLIAM MAHALAOF / SETON HALL PREP, NJ / 2025Rankings StateRank: 25 / POS: 3
This dude flat out can play. Ability to hit for power and avg. Plus speed tool combined with versatility to play all OF positions. Does project in CF. Ran a 6.5 60 at this years NJ state games. Also hit 95.8mph exit velo. Watched Mahala spilt the oppo gap for a triple. Has a super quick twitched barrel. Very exciting player to watch.
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CURTIS CHROPUVKAOF / RANNEY, NJ / 2025Plays for a top high school in the state. He locked down RF all year long while providing fighting at bats. Has line drive focused approach. Wide base setup with a toe roll. Strong frame that will fill out nicely. High academic kid.
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BENNETT SIEGELOF / WEST WINDSOR SOUTH, NJ / 20256’1/185lb frame. Has some giddy up to the pullside. Transitions very well. Doesn’t just leave the swing in BP. Finds the barrel consistently. Really like his hit tool and it has a lot of upside. ATH setup just coils and goes. Not much movement but breaks very well which generates backspin. Look out for Bennett hitting rockets!
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ZACK KOCHNOVERCF / DEMAREST, NJ / 2025Rankings StateRank: 55 / POS: 1
Strong frame at 6’1/185lb. Has metrics that jump off the page. 6.77 60 yard dash time paired with 92 hitting EV. Wide base/toe roll. Stays in one spot and holds the ground well. Strong hands and shows attributes that will translate to the next level. Hit .346 and slugged .577 in his sophomore campaign.
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