Pennsylvania Weekly Standouts: First Edition 2024

February 9, 2024
Charlie Spano
VP of Scouting PA/NY

As we begin our 2024 event schedule, we want to highlight some of the standout players from team scout days. These are players, that are uncomitted, who caught the attention of Prep Baseball staff.

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Stephen Furia OF / RHP / Downingtown West, PA / 2025

Rankings StateRank: 135 / POS: 23

Was top of the leaderboard in almost every category. Has 2-way potential; Ready for a breakout season.

2025 OF/RHP Stephen Furia (Downingtown West, PA); 6-0, 170 lbs.

Exit Velo: 95MPH via @TrackManBB

Explosive round full of LOUD barrels? accelerates through point of contact, visible ? to pull side, impact player at the next level#WCDragons @WCDragonsBall | @furia_stephen pic.twitter.com/mICpAYH9Kh
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) January 29, 2024

Austen Frye RHP / C / Downingtown West, PA / 2025

Rankings StateRank: 147 / POS: 37

His strong lower half helps him generate power with the bat and on the mound. A dynamic player who will look to climb the rankings this season.

2025 RHP/C Austen Frye (Downingtown West, PA); 5-11, 185 lbs.

Exit Velo: 95

Shows natural lift with present power, consistent round with LOUD barrels, #uncomitted player that will impress on the mound as well #WCDragons @WCDragonsBall | @austen_frye1 pic.twitter.com/be83dZGYH2
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) January 28, 2024

Dominic Scattolino OF / RHP / Unionville, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 93 / POS: 13

Looked like the complete package. The sophmore has 2-way potential. Hit the ball hard all round with a direct swing path and exit velo up to 93mph. Ran well; attacking the ball in the field and diplayed a good OF Velo of 86mph. Was competitive on the mound, showcasing a solid 3-pitch mix. Solid lower half drive with FB up to 86mph.

2026 OF/RHP Dominic Scattolino (Unionville); 5-11, 175 lbs.

FB: 85-86
CB: 71-73
CH: 76-77
SL: 72-73

A lot to like and develop in this bullpen outing. Dominic competes on every pitch. Already sitting mid 80’s with FB. #WCDragons @dscattolino21 | @WCDragonsBall pic.twitter.com/0L5NEzuy26
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) January 29, 2024

Jeremy Haigh 1B / LHP / Fox Chapel, PA / 2025

Rankings StateRank: 205 / POS: 12

Had everyone's attention during batting practice recording an impresive 105mph exit velocity. Also a valuable LHP with 79mph FB and good 3-pitch mix.

2025 1B/LHP Jeremy Haigh (Fox Chapel, PA); 6-0, 210 lbs

Making the building shake with an impressive 105 mph Exit Velo! ?@_jeremyhaigh_ @PBRPennsylvania #pghspikes | @Spikes_Baseball pic.twitter.com/Z8qKZY1One
— Charlie Spano (@CSPANO4) February 3, 2024

Blake Scott 1B / RHP / Butler, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 91 / POS: 3

A strong durable frame. Intimidating presence at the bat and on the mound. Can impact the game in many ways

2026 1B/RHP Blake Scott (Butler, PA); 6-5, 220 lbs.

Strong, durable frame. Heavy FB topped at 85mph; CB had depth (66-70).#pghspikes | @Spikes_Baseball pic.twitter.com/yL7QcNaFao
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 3, 2024

Ryan Tatar RHP / Central Catholic, PA / 2025

One of the best pitchers we have seen so far. Focused on the mound this weekend and it is paying off. Up to 87mph with his FB. Nothing he throws is straight, plenty of movement to keep hitters off balance. Still plenty of upside and growth potential.

2025 RHP/RHP Ryan Tatar (Central Catholic, PA); 6-1, 180 lbs.

Big upside; Wiry frame. FB Upper 80’s with high spin SL. ?️

FB- 87 mph
SL- 2,700 rpm @ryan_tatar #pghspikes | @Spikes_Baseball pic.twitter.com/gvU6OUQiOV
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 3, 2024

Landon Eifler RHP / 3B / North Catholic, PA / 2027

Rankings StateRank: 9 / POS: 1 OverallRank: 154 / POS: 33

Already on the radar of colleges and scouts; he did not disappoint. Continues to improve with plenty of upside left. Looked dominant on the mound with heavy FB up to 85mph.

2027 RHP/3B Landon Eifler continued to impress today. The highly ranked player in the ‘27 class showed 2-way potential. Major upside with his 6’3” frame and strong lower half. FB up to 85 mph already with high spin of 2,329rpm ?.@PBRPennsylvania @EiflerLandon | @bvbaseball20 https://t.co/74xv6qYDgZ pic.twitter.com/SsnjvfjTIr
— Charlie Spano (@CSPANO4) February 4, 2024

Brad Bucci SS / RHP / Peters Township, PA / 2028

A young talented pitcher the caught everyone's attention. Had a short take back and fast arm. Electric mix of pitches that get on the hitter quick and keep you guessing.

2028 SS/RHP Brad Bucci (Peters Township, PA); 5-9, 130 lbs.

Last arm of the day with the shortest throwing path. Quick arm; throws everything hard. FB up to 80 mph. CB tight with late life. @brad_bucci #beavervalley | @bvbaseball20 pic.twitter.com/C0X4xUiY5O
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 3, 2024

Charlie Manzi SS / 3B / Indiana Area, PA / 2026

Rankings StateRank: 89 / POS: 22

Just built different. Strong lower half generating power and an exit velocity up to 100mph for the sophomore. Also, displayed a strong arm with a throwing velo of 84mph across the infield.

2026 SS/3B Charlie Manzi (Indiana Area, PA); 5-11, 190 lbs.

Rotational athlete that stays through the zone, flashed the ability to match planes

Big time? to the pull side at 100MPH via @TrackManBB #beavervalley @bvbaseball20 | @CharlieManzi11 pic.twitter.com/mPy5zRhAcc
— Nathan Ocker (@ocker_n) February 3, 2024

Grady Kloosterman OF / RHP / Canon-McMillan, PA / 2027

One of the most projectable pitchers we have seen. Good mound presence with a loose arm whip. Plenty of room for growth. Pounds the zone with a 4-pitch mix. Starting pitcher potential.

2027 OF/RHP Grady Kloosterman (Canon-McMillan, PA); 6-3, 155 lbs.

Projectable frame. Loose easy arm action. High 3/4 arm slot; ball gets on batter quick. Good feel for BB.

FB- 83mph @PGHOutlaws_ pic.twitter.com/dmNqWuzTyE
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 4, 2024

J.R. Rieg LHP / 1B / Trinity, PA / 2025

Valuable LHP for anyone's staff. Loose arm action that he controls well. FB up to 82mph with growth potential. Has run and movement on all his pitches; will get outs.

2025 LHP/1B J.R. Rieg (Trinity, PA); 6-2, 150 lbs frame. More velo to come once the frame fills.⁰⁰FB: 81-82 (ASR, 13in. HZ⬅️)⁰CB: 66-68 (Depth)⁰CH: 74-75 (Kill)@Spikes_Baseball @jr_rieg3 pic.twitter.com/EDf1kcV5Ee
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 3, 2024

Eric Miehl C / 3B / Bethel Park, PA / 2027

Stays behind the ball well with a compact swing. Got a lot of hard contact with good extension and finish. The young catcher blocks and receives above average. Has a clean/quick transfer and a strong arm. POP time of 2.1 and still developing.

2027 C/3B Eric Miehl (Bethel Park, PA); 6-0, 180 lbs.

Preformed well all day. The young hitter had a powerful aggressive approach. Full extension through contact. Receiving and framing was above average. Showed a strong arm with a quick release.

EV- 92mph
POP time- 2.13-2.16… pic.twitter.com/dc3zbhFyFa
— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 4, 2024

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