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June was a heckuva month, full of players from six classes, and not all of it on this continent.
We kicked off June in Orlando with one of the most exciting workouts I’ve seen in the last five years.
There was real power. Real athleticism. Guys that could run, guys that could defend, guys that could flat-out hit. It was deep — from the Class of 2026 down to 2029 — and we pulled 25–30 players out of the event with legitimate Future Stars Series upside.
Genson Veras (OF, 2026) showed big-time right-handed pop and the ability to run — a true corner bat with upside.
Yavier Rosendo (IF, 2026) is just starting to turn the corner as a profile infielder. He’s got feel and polish.
Spencer Evans (LHP/1B, 2026) and Coleton Brady (RHP, 2026) were both turned into USA Baseball and invited to Team USA.
Max Irving (IF, 2026) (Aruba) was a standout — physical, athletic, and looks like a bigger version of Shane Spencer.
Frankie Russo (RHP/OF, 2026) is a sinker-slider type who’s going to throw really hard one day. The delivery is clean, the movement is there, and the projection is real. Russo was turned in and invited to USA.
We also had Cameron Hanes (RHP, 2026), a guy we’ve tracked for a few years now. Big arm. 6-foot-5. Physical. He’s moved around a bit but continues to climb. One of those guys who, when it clicks, is going to take off in a hurry.
Across the board, the event looked like an NBA roster stepping onto a baseball field — size, presence, athleticism, and upside everywhere. And those same players are now building toward a huge showing in Houston.
This one set the tone for the month. And it didn’t let up.
TEXAS
Texas wasn’t the first stop after Orlando, but it was one of the deepest.
Landon Brown (RHP/3B, 2026), the 2024 Future Stars Series Player of the Year, showed power and rhythm at the plate despite recovering from a minor shoulder injury. He continues to cement himself as a third base prospect, but his highest future is likely on the mound.
Brown tested well, leading both Texas events in the broad jump and triple jump, showing off athleticism and strength.
Cruz Romo (3B/OF, 2027), younger brother of Colorado Rockies catcher and 2019 FSS alum Drew Romo, is fluid, athletic, and still growing into his tools.
John Ziegler (RHP/1B, 2026) is a physical Northeast Louisiana two-way guy with big power from the right side and a strong arm. Main Event upside and a pro future.
Hendrix Pope (1B/RHP, 2029) has cleaned up his body from a year ago and remains one of the better pure hitters in the region. Corner bat only, but the profile is real.
Cooper Harris (RHP/3B, 2026), committed to the University of Texas, has starter upside and Main Event potential. He’s a ‘pay me now or pay me later’ guy, and he’s going to produce.
Garner Rodriguez (1B/RHP, 2026), younger brother of Baltimore Orioles right-hander Grayson Rodriguez, is my Richie Sexson comp; huge levers, big-time adjustability, and serious power. A basketball-first guy, but baseball is catching up quickly.
The youth movement in Texas is real, and it’s exciting.
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NORCAL WORLD SERIES
One of the best events on the national calendar: a showcase with over two decades of tradition and impact.
Devin Simonton (SS/RHP, 2026), a three-year Future Stars Series returner, keeps trending up. Think Marcus Semien. Shortstop profile. Strong bat.
Hudson Flora (C, 2026) is a true catch-and-throw backstop with athleticism. There’s a young Gerald Laird vibe to how he moves behind the plate.
Jordan Walczykowski (OF/LHP, 2026), a left-handed hitting outfielder, may end up in a corner, but has upside. Think Seth Smith, or Brad Hawpe if the power comes.
Max Medina (OF/LHP, 2026) is undersized but electric. Football player, elite defender, and there’s some Shane Victorino in him.
Raylan Covey (RHP/3B, 2026), a USC commit and long-time FSS name, has real pitchability, athleticism, and spin feel. One of the more complete arms on the West Coast.
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
This was one of our better SoCal workouts in recent memory.
Nicholas Davis (SS/RHP, 2027) — varsity football and baseball, elite athlete, with some Mark Grudzielanek in his game.
Davis ran the fastest 10, 40, 60, and Pro Agility times in the event among underclassmen (27-29), and the third-best Triple Jump.
Zander Friedman (RHP, 2027) has starter projection and a high ceiling. Mature approach for his age. Has the delivery, the arm, and the drive.
Royce McKenzie (IF/OF, 2026) is twitchy and versatile. Can handle the infield or outfield. When he stays within himself, he’s a real contact and line-drive threat.
McKenzie tested well too, running a 1.64 10-Yard and 4.97 40-Yard, both second best in the event among more than 50 testers.
Gunner Herman (1B/LHP, 2027) has made a jump. The bat is now the louder part of his profile. Power to the pull side, extra bases the other way, and the body is trending up.
ARIZONA
Another youth-heavy region with a ton of guys we’ll see again in Houston.
Michael Obregozo (RHP, 2025) stood out big. Up to 94 mph from a high three-quarter slot. Plus split-finger, plus slider, and a bulldog mentality. In a longer draft, he’d be a DNF — Draft-and-Follow. He may still fit late in the current 20-round format. He’s a guy people will regret passing on.
INTERNATIONAL
Multiple stops across the Caribbean and Latin America: Aruba, Dominican Republic, Cuba, Venezuela, Colombia.
There’s real excitement building in the next two international classes.
You’re projecting early — players as young as 12 or 13– and the margin for error is slim. But the athleticism, polish, and competitive drive are growing fast.
Each country brings something different, and the players getting $250K–$400K often end up making just as big an impact as those who sign for seven figures.
One of my favorite moments came at a Dominican academy. A dog walked across home plate between pitches during BP — and nobody blinked. That tells you exactly where you are. No frills. Just baseball.
PUERTO RICO
We held a regional combine that featured exactly what you expect out of PR: solid catchers, arms with spin, and power threats; 15–16 players from this group are headed to Houston.
CANADA
Four trips up north this year. And every time it gets younger — and better. We’re finding real hitters, runners, and gamers. The talent pool is deeper than people realize, both on the draft side and the international side.
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WHAT’S NEXT
Now, everything points to Houston for the National Championships, the World Combine, the Main Event, and more.
After that? We’re back international in August.
June was loud.
July is going to shake the walls.
Let’s go.
- MLB Draft Combine: Tools, comps, and future stars - July 3, 2025
- JUNE: Four countries, 13 cities, and a whole lot of baseball - July 2, 2025
- BOOTH: Sandlot Scout Day Recap - May 31, 2025
