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Inland Empire Fall ID: Positional Data Dive
On Sunday, October 25th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Inland Empire Fall ID at Corona High School in Corona, Cal. This was an open only event for all high school classes (2027-2030), and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
San Diego Fall ID: Positional Data Dive
On Saturday, October 24th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the San Diego Fall ID at Maranatha Christian in San Diego, Cal. This was an open event for all high school classes (2027-2030) and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
San Diego Fall ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On Saturday, October 24th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the San Diego Fall ID at Maranatha Christian in San Diego, Cal. This was an open event for all high school classes (2027-2030) and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
San Diego Fall ID: Statistical Analysis
San Diego Fall ID: Statistical Analysis October 26, 2026 By: Gavin Smith Manager, Content & Operations On Saturday, October 24th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the San Diego Fall ID at Maranatha Christian in San Diego, Cal. This was an open only event for all high school classes (2027-2030), and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
Bay Area Fall ID: Preview
This Sunday, October 25th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Bay Area Fall ID at Islanders Field in Lahtrop, Cal. This is an open event event for all high school prospect prospects (2027-2030), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Sacramento Fall ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On Sunday, October 18th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Sacramento Fall ID at McBean Stadium in Lincoln, Cal. This was an open only event for all high school classes (2027-2030), and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
Sacramento Fall ID: Positional Data Dive
On Sunday, October 18th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Sacramento Fall ID at McBean Stadium in Lincoln, Cal. This was an open only event for all high school classes (2027-2030), and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
NorCal Freshmen Free: Preview
This Sunday, October 25th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the NorCal Freshmen Free at Islanders Field in Lahtrop, Cal. This is an open event event for all freshmen prospects (2030), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Central Coast Fall ID: Preview
An athletic two-way player out of the Central Coast, Patterson has twitch in his profile across the board, from an aggressive LH swing with quickness in his run, stride & actions in the OF.
San Diego Fall ID: Preview
This Saturday, October 24th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the San Diego Fall ID at Maranatha Christian in San Diego, Cal. This is an open event event for all high school prospect prospects (2027-2030), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Inland Empire Fall ID: Preview
From 5/3/26: Cruz previously shone bright at the IE Rising Stars ID to earn himself a spot at the SoCal Rising Stars Game and backed it up with a strong overall showing. More compact in build, but with emerging present strength in his frame, Cruz looks the part of a long-term backstop with the actions in his receiving and present throwing ability (76 MPH C velocity with 2.05-2.1 pop times) that have him showing impact potential at the premium spot as he matures.
Sacramento Fall ID: Statistical Analysis
Sacramento Fall ID: Statistical Analysis October 19, 2026 By: Gavin Smith Manager, Content & Operations On Sunday, October 18th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Sacramento Fall ID at McBean Stadium in Lincoln, Cal. This was an open only event for all high school classes (2027-2030), and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
Sacramento Fall ID: Preview Story
This Sunday, October 18th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Sacramento Fall ID at McBean Stadium in Lincoln, Cal. This is an invite-only event for 2027 an 2028 prospects, and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Fresno Fall ID: Positional Data Dive
On Saturday, October 3rd, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Fresno Fall ID at College of Sequoias in Visalia, Cal. This was an open only event for all high school classes (2027-2030), and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
Fresno Fall ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On Saturday, October 3rd, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Fresno Fall ID at College of Sequoias in Visalia, Cal. This was an open only event for all high school classes (2027-2030), and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
Visalia Wolfpack Scout Day: Statistical & Data Analysis
On Saturday, October 4th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Visalia Wolfpack Scout Day at College of the Sequoias in Visalia, Cal, where 15 players participated in a pro-style workout in front of our staff. To see a full list of players that attended, click HERE. For all the statistics collected at this event, click HERE. Today, we're going to break down the takeaways from the event by diving deeper into all of the data we collected at the Visalia Wolfpack Scout Day.
SoCal Freshmen Free: Statistical & Data Analysis
On Saturday, October 3rd, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the SoCal Freshmen Free at O'Malley Field in Encino, Cal, where nearly 30 players participated in a pro-style workout in front of our staff. To see a full list of players that attended, click HERE. For all the statistics collected at this event, click HERE. Today, we're going to break down the takeaways from the event by diving deeper into all of the data we collected at the SoCal Freshmen Free Showcase.
Chico Fall ID: Positional Data Dive
On Sunday, September 20th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Chico Fall ID at Butte College in Oroville, Cal. This was an invite-only event for 2027 and 2028 prospects, and gave our staff an ample look at the state's top prospects.
Orange County Uncommitted Games: Preview
This Sunday, June 20th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Orange County Uncommitted Games at Hart Park in Orange, Cal. This is an invite-only event for all sophomores and juniors, and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Bakersfield Summer ID: Preview
This Saturday, June 12th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Bakersfield Summer ID at West High School in Bakersfield, Cal. This is an open event for all high school classes (2026-2030), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Orange County Summer ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On Tuesday, June 9th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Orange County Summer ID at Hart Park in Orange, Cal. This was an open event for 2026-2030 prospects, and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects. 50 players made their way to Orange and participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball California staff.
Playoff Scout Blog
The Illinois Scout Blog provides insider information and scouting notes from the Prep Baseball Scouting Staff during the season. This running blog will feature information on underclass prospects, unsigned seniors, draft prospects, and anything else that is notable. We will provide a wide range of information, including player evaluations, velocities, pop times, home to first times, and more.
Future Games Tryout, NorCal: Preview
This Sunday, May 31st, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the NorCal Future Games Tryout at University of Pacific in Stockton, Cal. This is an invite-only event for 2028 graduates, and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Future Games Tryout, San Diego: Preview
This Saturday, May 30th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the San Diego Future Games Tryout at San Diego State University in San Diego, Cal. This is an invite-only event for 2028 graduates, and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Week 10 Games
The Illinois Scout Blog provides insider information and scouting notes from the Prep Baseball Scouting Staff during the season. This running blog will feature information on underclass prospects, unsigned seniors, draft prospects, and anything else that is notable. We will provide a wide range of information, including player evaluations, velocities, pop times, home to first times, and more.
IHSA Diamond Notes: Week 2
Each week, IHSA coaches around the state submit to us their nominations for the Prep Baseball Illinois Player of the Week and Prep Baseball Illinois Pitcher of the Week honors. Yesterday, we awarded the Week 2 Player of the Week honor to SS Jacsen Tucker (Oswego East, 2027; Oklahoma State) and the Pitcher of the Week honor to RHP Simon Rose (Highland Park, 2027). Tucker went 7-for-15 while swatting three home runs with a double, nine RBI, seven runs scored a walk and four stolen bases.
Inland Empire Rising Stars ID: Preview
This Sunday, March 29th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Inland Empire Rising Stars ID at the Corona High School in Corona, Cal. This is an open event for all rising stars classes (2030-31), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here.
Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 2 Normal Community
The Illinois high school baseball season kicks off on March 16, opening day for regular season action under IHSA regulations. Over the next two weeks, leading up to opening day, we'll be publishing our team previews ahead of the 2026 spring season, touching on programs spanning all state classifications, counting down through the official Prep Baseball Illinois Preseason Power 25 Rankings. Perennially, we've submitted a preseason questionnaire to high school head coaches across the entire state.
Joliet Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On March 1st, the Prep Baseball Illinois staff hosted the Joliet Preseason ID at Rhino Sports Academy in Shorewood, IL. Over 120 players participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball Illinois staff. We've already posted a Statistical Analysis from the event, highlighting more of the traditional statistical categories.
Preseason Power 25 Countdown: No. 17 St. Joseph-Ogden
The Illinois high school baseball season kicks off on March 16, opening day for regular season action under IHSA regulations. Over the next two weeks, leading up to opening day, we'll be publishing our team previews ahead of the 2026 spring season, touching on programs spanning all state classifications, counting down through the official Prep Baseball Illinois Preseason Power 25 Rankings. Perennially, we've submitted a preseason questionnaire to high school head coaches across the entire state.
Peoria Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On February 18th, the Prep Baseball Illinois staff hosted the Peoria Preseason ID at Louisville Slugger Sports Complex in Peoria, IL. Nearly 70 players participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball Illinois staff. We've already posted a Statistical Analysis from the event, highlighting more of the traditional statistical categories.
Chicago Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On February 16th, the Prep Baseball Illinois staff hosted the Chicago Preseason ID at Pullman Community Center in Chicago, IL. Over 50 players participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball Illinois staff. We've already posted a Statistical Analysis from the event, highlighting more of the traditional statistical categories.
McHenry Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On February 14th, the Prep Baseball Illinois staff hosted the McHenry Preseason ID at Pro Player Academy in McHenry, IL. Over 120 players participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball Illinois staff. We've already posted a Statistical Analysis from the event, highlighting more of the traditional statistical categories.
Lake Zurich Preseason ID: Positional Data Dive
On February 15th, the Prep Baseball Illinois staff hosted the Lake Zurich Preseason ID at MVP Sports in Lake Zurich, IL. Over 60 players participated in a pro-style workout, gathering u We've already posted a Statistical Analysis from the event, highlighting more of the traditional statistical categories. Also we published a Takeaways story, highlighting some of the event's top performers.
Super 60: California Preview
This weekend, Prep Baseball is set to host the annual Super 60 Pro Showcase, which is set for Sunday, February 1st in Chicago, IL. The 2026 roster features more of the top-ranked players in the country than ever before, and from an even wider range of states across the country, as well as Canada – from New Mexico to New Jersey and many more states in between, this year’s event should be a robust one.
Northern California Preseason All-State: Positional Data Dive
Northern California Preseason All-State: Positional Data Dive January 30, 2026 By: Gavin Smith Manager, Content & Operations On Sunday, January 25th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Northern California Preseason All-State at Stanford University in Stanford, Cal. This was an invite-only event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects.
Inland Empire Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive
Inland Empire Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive January 29, 2026 By: Gavin Smith Manager, Content & Operations On Sunday, January 25th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Inland Empire Preseason ID at Corona High School in Corona, Cal. This was an open event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects.
Inland Empire Preseason ID: Positional Data Dive
On Sunday, January 25th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Inland Empire Preseason ID at Corona High School in Corona, Cal. This was an open event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects. Over 60 players made their way to Corona and participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball California staff.
2026 National Rankings Spotlight: Tyler Spangler
Stanford recruit. Spangler continued to build his case for being the top prospect in the class with this look in Cary. Less results driven, the 6-foot-3 shortstop had great takes and got off dangerous swings in all counts against any and all pitches. More upright with a Seager-esq look, the left-handed hitter loads onto the back leg with hanging stride before using considerable torque to get off a dynamic stroke that works flat through the zone with impressive bat speed.
Northern California Preseason All-State: Statistical Analysis
Northern California Preseason All-State: Statistical Analysis January 27, 2026 By: Gavin Smith Manager, Content & Operations On Sunday, January 25th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Northern California Preseason All-State at Stanford University in Stanford, Cal. This was an invite-only event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects.
Inland Empire Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis
Inland Empire Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis January 26, 2026 By: Gavin Smith Manager, Content & Operations On Sunday, January 25th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Inland Empire Preseason ID at Corona High School in Corona, Cal. This was an open event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects.
Inland Empire Preseason ID: Preview
This Sunday, January 25th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Inland Empire Preseason ID at Corona HS in Corona, CA. This is an open event for all high school classes (2026-2029), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here. For a look at what you get from the event, click here.
Northern California Preseason All-State: Preview
This Sunday, January 25th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Northern California Preseason All-State at Stanford University in Stanford, CA. This is an invite-only event for all high school classes (2026-2029), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here. For a look at what you get from the event, click here.
Bay Area Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On Sunday, January 18th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Bay Area Preseason ID at Islanders Field in Lathrop, Cal. This was an open event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects. Nearly 30 players made their way to Lathrop and participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball California staff.
Bay Area Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis
On Sunday, January 18th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Bay Area Preseason ID at Islanders Field in Lathrop, Cal. This was an open event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects. Nearly 30 players made their way to Lincoln and participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball California staff.
Sacramento Preseason ID: Pitcher Data Dive
On Sunday, January 11th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Sacramento Preseason ID at McBean Stadium in Lincoln, Cal. This was an open event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects. Nearly 40 players made their way to Lincoln and participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball California staff.
San Diego Preseason All-State: Positional Data Dive
San Diego Preseason All-State: Positional Data Dive January 16, 2026 By: Gavin Smith Manager, Content & Operations On Sunday, January 11th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the San Diego Preseason All-State at Maranatha Christian HS in San Diego, Cal. This was an invite-only event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects.
Bay Area Preseason ID: Preview
This Sunday, January 18th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Bay Area Preseason ID at Islanders Field in Lathrop, CA. This is an open event for all high school classes (2026-2029), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here. For a look at what you get from the event, click here.
Sacramento Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis
Sacramento Preseason ID: Statistical Analysis January 12, 2026 By: Gavin Smith Manager, Content & Operations On Sunday, January 11th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Sacramento Preseason ID at McBean Stadium in Lincoln, Cal. This was an open event for high school classes (2026-2029), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects.
Sacramento Preseason ID: Preview Story
This Sunday, January 11th, the Prep Baseball California team is hosting the Sacramento Preseason ID at McBean Stadium in Lincoln, CA. This is an open event for all high school classes (2026-2029), and gives our staff an ample look at the area's top players. For a closer look at the showcase details and the technologies we'll have on-site to assist our in-person evaluation for all in attendance, click here. For a look at what you get from the event, click here.
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