Rankings Release: Updated Class of 2023 Rankings
December 23, 2020
Since March the world has been a different place, creating many obstacles on the amateur baseball scene across the country. Seasons were lost and a lot of baseball was crammed into a window between early July and late October here in New York.
For the PBR-NY staff we were able to see plenty of sophomores after July 6th with the kickoff of the NYS Games. A plethora of Scout Days helped deepen the class this fall. Over 40 new additions have made the list.
After many staff discussions, we are ready to release our updated Class of 2023 Rankings along with a "Players to Watch" list (select 2023 tab).
Let's kick off our updated rankings with a snapshot rundown of the Top 10; the entire 2023 ranking can be found HERE.
NOTE: An updated "date" on the rankings page does not indicate a full update or release. The moving of one player, one spot (or removal/addition), resets the time stamp to the present date. An official release on the website and on social media indicates a complete update.
Please also be aware that with the addition of over 40 players, previous players rankings may be adjusted greatly. This is solely due the addition of players, not a "drop" in the rankings.
Class of 2023 / Top 10
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Adam Agresti C / 1B / Kennedy Catholic, NY / 2023Consistency was the key for Agresti coming off a strong summer followed by his commitment to St. John's. The 6-foot-2 205 pound RHH slugger showed the ability to handle elite pitching, not only in the box but behind the dish as well at both the NYS Games and the Northeast version of the Future Games.
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Jason Rodriguez C / 3B / Valhalla , NY / 2023A strong effort at the Hardball Scout Day catapulted Rodriguez up the rankings. The highly athletic 5-foot-10 155 pound RHH makes consistent hard contact complimented by a vastly improved 60 time of 6.79. Showed above average actions behind the plate with a lightening quick catch & release. At 3B he showed soft hands out in front with active footwork. Multi positional talent who could also fill a void in the MIF or any of 3 OF positions.
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Boston Flannery SS / 3B / Clarkstown South, NY / 2023Impressive actions for a 6-foot-3 205 pounder. New to the rankings, the South Florida commit looks like he'll stay on the left side of the diamond while being a bat that should contribute through the middle of the lineup with a combination of average/power.
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Kevin Francella SS / 3B / Rye Country Day, NY / 2023Another new addition to the Top 10, Francella put forth an impressive effort at the NY Fall Prospect Showcase in September. The multi-tooled 6-foot-1 160 pounder will continue to add strength to his frame. Already can reach the gaps with additional pop on the way (Peak Exit Velo of 97 MPH with a series of impressive Blast Motion numbers). Power/speed combo over the long term with a 6.88 60.
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Elias Conway LHP / OF / Columbia- East Greenbush, NY / 2023Rankings StateRank: 5 / POS: 1
Conway continues to inch his way up in the rankings. The filled out 6-foot-0 170 pounds Southpaw has shown a steady climb as he works in the 83-85 MPH range with a simple delivery with long and loose arm swing. Plenty of depth to the CB in the 62-65 MPH range.
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Gregory Bruno RHP / 2B / St. Joseph by the Sea , NY / 2023Rankings StateRank: 6 / POS: 1
The new additions within the Top 10 continue with the Staten Island righty. Bruno is just over 2 years removed from throwing a perfect game in the Mid-Atlantic regional of the Little League World Series. Moderate arm swing that accelerates well out in front from a 3/4 arm slot. A recent Stetson commit, Bruno also has a controlled, short swing path with clean actions up the middle.
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Chris Diaz OF / LHP / Millbrook Prep, NY / 2023Rankings StateRank: 7 / POS: 1
Another new addition; the 6-foot-1 190 pound OF/LHP filled up the state column at the Northeast Open back in August. Easy line drive stroke with some occasional lift at the plate. The 7.12 runner showed plenty of carry from the OF with a peak arm strength of 85 MPH. On the mound the arm path is long with some life to the FB through the zone complimented by a down action CB with late action that he can land for strikes.
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Joe Gold RHP / 2B / CBA-Albany, NY / 2023Rankings StateRank: 8 / POS: 2
The lean, athletic 5-foot-10 145 pound righty burst on the scene at the Northeast Fall Championships this past October sitting 83-84, working up to 86 MPH with an easy, low stress delivery while pounding the bottom of the zone. Older brother Luke is an infielder at Boston College.
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Casey Vaughn RHP / OF / CBA - Syracuse , NY / 2023Rankings StateRank: 9 / POS: 3
Vaughn, a mainstay in the Top 10 so far, is an intense competitor who is not afraid to take the ball. The projectable 6-foot-2 155 pound RHP is consistent in the 81-84 range, touching 85 at the NYS Games back in June. HIs FB average 2218 spin in July with a CB that showed a peak spin of 2490 RPM in the mid to upper 60's. CB is already a swing and miss option and continued development and command will allow him to reach his full potential.
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Erick Diaz OF / 2B / Middletown , NY / 2023Rankings StateRank: 10 / POS: 2
Diaz features a smooth stroke from both sides of the plate that is complimented by sub 7.0 speed in the 60. Athletic 5-foot-10 170 pounder with an accurate over-the-top release form the outfield.
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