East Coast Pro once again featured many of the nation’s premier 2027 prospects, and Future Stars Series had multiple evaluators on-site throughout the event, supplemented by additional industry feedback. While not every player on this list will ultimately become a household name, each made a significant impression and has positioned himself as one of the premier follows in the class.
1. Kade Luker, LHP/OF — Cedar Creek High School (LA)
Luker continues to establish himself as one of the premier two-way players in the country.
On the mound, he worked at 94 mph and has previously reached 95, showing a power arm with a quality breaking ball that projects as a plus slider. He throws from a power slot with natural angle and very little straight action, creating uncomfortable at-bats. The delivery and athleticism evoke memories of a young Rick Ankiel before his transition to the outfield.
As a hitter, Luker profiles as a future 60 hit/60 power bat capable of hitting around .280 with 25-plus home runs. He controls the strike zone, uses the middle of the field well, and possesses a loose, athletic swing. Like many young power hitters, he can occasionally get pull-conscious while trying to generate extra power, but the overall offensive profile remains advanced.
Defensively, he has enough athleticism to play center field in a Jim Edmonds-type mold while also fitting comfortably into a power corner profile similar to Ankiel. It’s a 70 OFP.
Whether his future is on the mound or in the batter’s box will ultimately be his decision, but he projects as a legitimate first-round talent either way.
2. C.J. Wall, C — George Premier Academy (GA)
Wall continues to strengthen his reputation as one of the premier offensive catchers in the country.
The bat may ultimately grade as a 70 tool with 60 power. His swing is simple, controlled, and produces consistent hard contact to all fields. He demonstrates exceptional barrel control, advanced strike-zone awareness, and the ability to slow the game down or speed it up depending on the situation.
Behind the plate, he shows enough defensive ability and athleticism to remain at catcher long-term.
His greatest separator may be his makeup. Wall is vocal, competitive, confident, and plays with purpose every inning. He values every plate appearance, never gives away at-bats, and carries himself with a professional mindset uncommon for his age.
3. Chubb Jones, RHP/INF — McEachern High School (GA)
Jones remains one of the country’s premier two-way athletes.
Previously up to 98 mph, he comfortably operated at 94-95 mph during East Coast Pro with an easy, repeatable delivery. He attacks hitters without fear and has never shied away from taking the baseball in big moments.
Offensively, the bat continues to warrant patience. Whether he remains in the infield or eventually shifts to the outfield, he shows legitimate bat speed, strength, and the ability to handle premium velocity.
If forced to project today, the mound likely offers the quickest path because of the ease of operation and electric arm. However, there is still enough offensive upside that allowing him to continue developing as a position player while gradually building his pitching workload may maximize his long-term value.
4. Joseph Rutledge II, INF/OF — Indian Land High School (SC)
Rutledge continues to prove himself on some of baseball’s biggest amateur stages, including East Coast Pro and Future Stars Series National events.
The right-handed swing is presently more advanced, largely because that side has received considerably more development. The left-handed swing remains behind, but the difference is developmental rather than talent-based.
He projects for pull-side power, above-average offensive production, and continued offensive growth as both swings mature.
A true plus-plus runner, Rutledge grades as at least a 70 runner with 80-grade speed underway. His baseball instincts consistently elevate every tool, and his relentless effort, hustle, and competitiveness are reflected in an 80 makeup grade.
5. Brennan Neal, RHP/OF — Brookstone School (GA)
Neal remains one of the highest-upside athletes in the class.
Having evaluated him at both USA Baseball and East Coast Pro, the athleticism is undeniable. The arm is electric, but the delivery currently lacks consistency and control.
Because of that, his long-term projection presently favors the bat. If he commits fully to the development process, the ceiling remains extremely high.
6. Grayson Parker | RHP — Mandeville High School (LA)
The Louisiana right-hander continues to trend upward.
Up to 96 mph, Parker features a quality fastball-breaking ball combination with the ingredients of a professional starter. There is still some effort in the delivery, but those characteristics should diminish as physical strength continues to develop.
An athletic pitcher with considerable projection, Parker remains one of the better pitching follows in the class.
7. Koa Romero, RHP/INF — Hahnville High School (LA)
Romero is another premium two-way prospect who possesses significant power on both sides of the baseball.
Physically stronger than many of his peers, he drives the baseball with authority while also reaching 96 mph on the mound.
Although the offensive ability is real, the long-term projection presently leans toward pitching, where the velocity and overall arm strength profile at an exceptionally high level.
8. Quincy Pratt, C — Magnolia Heights (MS)
Healthy once again, Pratt continues to validate why he has long been viewed as one of the premier catching prospects in the country.
At 6-foot-4 and approximately 200 pounds, he possesses a large frame but has regained impressive mobility. His athleticism allows him to impact the game at multiple positions, though catcher remains the ideal long-term home.
Previously compared to Buster Posey, Pratt combines a future 60 hit tool with 60 power, advanced strike-zone management, excellent plate discipline, and a mature offensive approach. An 80 makeup player, he has accelerated his development by spending the past two summers competing in collegiate summer leagues against older competition.
Defensively, he consistently records 1.9-second pop times and projects comfortably as a first-round catcher if he remains behind the plate.
Final Thoughts
One theme stood out throughout East Coast Pro: the extraordinary volume of elite two-way talent in the 2027 class.
Many of these players possess legitimate first-round ability both on the mound and as position players. Eventually, development will force many to choose one path, but for now, the athleticism, arm strength, competitiveness, and upside across this group make the class one of the deepest in recent memory.
These are eight players who significantly elevated their profiles at East Coast Pro and will remain firmly on professional scouting departments’ follow lists as the 2027 draft class continues to take shape.
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