College Baseball Top 25 Recruiting Rankings For Class Of 2025

1. LSU

Recruiting coordinator: Josh Jordan

After putting together the No. 2 recruiting class for 2024, LSU leads the way for 2025. The Tigers netted a whopping dozen recruits who rank inside the high school top 100. The headliners for the class are physical infielder Brady Ebel and offensive force Dean Moss, but there is plenty of depth, too.

Nephew of former big leaguers Delmon and Dmitri Young, 6-foot-5 Quentin Young has high-end bat speed and immense raw power, while the ultra-physical Miguel Sime boasts a live arm and a fastball that has been up to 100 mph. Fellow righthander River Hamilton has already run his heater into the mid 90s and has perhaps the most upside of any pitcher in LSU’s class. Catcher Omar Serna has plus power to go along with arguably a double-plus arm and righty Marcos Paz has the look of a starter with impressive stuff to boot.

On paper, this is the deepest and most talented class in college baseball. While there is plenty of draft risk and this class could look a lot different in six months than it does now, LSU could still get a number of its top recruits to campus like it did with William Schmidt.

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2. Texas

Recruiting coordinator: Nolan Cain

Newly-minted recruiting coordinator Nolan Cain wasted no time putting the finishing touches on what was an already-impressive 2025 class. Oh, and spoiler alert: For how talented the Longhorns’ 2025 class is, the 2026 class might have it beat this time next year.

This year’s class is headlined by infielder Kayson Cunningham, who might be the best pure prep hitter in the 2025 class. He has a quick, efficient swing and is consistently on the barrel. Righthanders Cooper Rummel and Brett Crossland have both been into the mid-to-upper-90s with their fastballs—with Crossland boasting some of the best pure stuff in the class—while infielder Gavin Fien is an offensive juggernaut. He went 10-for-25 (.400) with Team USA and has an intriguing hit-power combination.

Outfielder Anthony Pack Jr. possesses an enticing blend of athleticism, “now” tools and upside and could be a day one selection this July. Lefthander Jack McKernan features a heavy fastball up to 93 to go along with a late-breaking slider and a low-80s changeup that will flash above-average, while fellow lefthander Robert X. Mitchell has plenty of physical projection remaining and has shown the ability to get whiffs with both his fastball and curveball. Finally, athletic righthander Brody Walls pairs a low-90s fastball with a swing-and-miss slider.

Similar to LSU’s—and a host of others—classes, Texas could fall victim to the draft. However, even if it does lose a few recruits, there is ample talent up-and-down the class.

3. Vanderbilt

Recruiting coordinator: Ty Blankmeyer

Recruiting coordinator Ty Blankmeyer is one of the fastest rising coaches and one of the best recruiters in the sport, so it’s no surprise to see the Commodores with one of the top classes in the country. It starts with righthander Seth Hernandez, who is the top high school pitcher in the country and potential top-10 overall pick this July. Hernandez’s fastball has been up to 98 mph, and he also features a plus changeup and a quality curveball. Infielder Sean Gamble has loud tools with upside to boot. He has big-time bat speed from the left side, is a plus runner and a strong arm. Outfielder Slater de Brun is a high-energy player with an advanced baseball sense and looks the part of a future leadoff hitter.

Shortstop Cooper Flemming has an impressive frame with room to fill out further, and his lefthanded stroke is geared towards peppering the entire field with line drives. He has the arm strength to stick on the left side of the infield, but a potential move to third base could be in the cards. Projectable righthander Tyler Baird has run his fastball up to 94 with more velocity on the way, and he has already shown plenty of trust in his changeup. Recently, however, he has gone to his slider on a more frequent basis, which is a positive development. Talon Haley is one of the most talented prep lefties in the country, featuring a smooth delivery and a big mid-to-upper-70s curveball that is his go-to swing-and-miss pitch. Six-foot-four righty Connor Hamilton’s heater has been up to 96 with no shortage of life through the zone, and his slider and changeup have also shown positive flashes.

4. Tennessee

Recruiting coordinator: Josh Elander

After winning its first-ever national championship, Tennessee earned another major victory as it welcomed the top-ranked recruiting class to campus. The Volunteers’ 2025 class is also uber-talented, and it is led by two recent commits. Dynamic shortstop Billy Carlson recently flipped his commitment from Vanderbilt to Tennessee, and he is one of the toolsiest players in the country. He has silky smooth actions and a double-plus arm at shortstop, while at the plate he has a line-drive oriented approach. Carlson has also been up to 97 mph on the mound and both his tight curveball and low-80s changeup have flashed above-average.

Speaking of flips, former South Carolina commit Cameron Appenzeller is another recent Tennessee commit. Appenzeller is one of the fastest rising players in the class with a ton of helium surrounding his name, and he is plenty projectable with impressive stuff. Ty Thompson is another exciting infielder who is an advanced athlete with a chance to stick at shortstop, while first baseman Evan Hankins has plus raw power but has also shown intriguing traits on the mound. Six-foot-six outfielder Taylor Tracey also has impressive raw power, and he moves rather well for his size.

5. Texas A&M

Recruiting coordinator: Caleb Longley

Head Coach Michael Earley and his staff have hit the ground running. This year’s team has national championship upside, and there is no shortage of talent. Physical infielder Boston Kellner has an advanced offensive profile and has flashed pull-side power and advanced contact ability. Kellner has cut down on his swing-and-miss and is also a sound defender at third base, where he boasts a strong arm. Righthander Nico Partida’s fastball has been up to 96 mph, though he has also shown an advanced feel for his mid-70s curveball. Outfielder Josiah Hartshorn has a mix of present strength and bat speed that translates to big-time raw power, but has also shown he can consistently move the baseball.

Righthander Cooper Fulbright has plenty of appeal on the bump. He’s an advanced athlete with electric arm speed, and his fastball has been up to 95 to go along with a low-80s slider that he can spin above 3,000 rpm. His changeup is more of a work-in-progress, though his fastball-slider combination is a dynamic one-two punch. Luke Billings has shown flashes on both sides of the baseball, and has shown impact to the pull side on top of a strong arm that profiles well both in a corner outfield spot and behind the plate. As a pitcher, he has been up to 93 with a serviceable breaking ball and changeup.

6. Mississippi State

Recruiting coordinator: Jake Gautreau

Mississippi State produces deep and talented recruiting classes on a regular basis, and after having the No. 18 class last year, the Bulldogs boast a high-quality 2025 class. Righthander Landon Harmon is ultra-projectable, and his fastball—which has been up to 98 mph—explodes out of his hand and has plenty of life through the zone. The key for Harmon to achieve his immense upside will be the continued development of his secondary offerings. Catcher Trent Grindlinger is one of the best backstops in the class. He has a plus arm with sound fundamentals and he also moves well for his size, which allows him to corral balls in the dirt. Grindlinger also has big-time raw power that he is still looking to get to in-game on a more consistent basis.

The Bulldogs also landed twins Joseph and Jacob Parker. Joseph is a 6-foot-2 infielder who had an impressive showing on the 2024 circuit. He showed an advanced offensive skillset, and his summer was headlined by a strong 3-for-7 (.429) showing at East Coast Pro. Jacob is more physical at 6-foot-4, and he has shown the ability to drive the baseball with authority to all fields. Mississippi State put a nice bow on its class a few days ago when catcher Peter Mershon—the younger brother of current Angels prospect David Mershon—announced his commitment. Mershon is a bit older for the class, but he has been a consistent offensive performer. There are some questions as to whether or not he’ll stick behind the plate, but his speed and athleticism both play well in the outfield.

7. Virginia

Recruiting coordinator: Kevin McMullan

Quality recruiting classes have become the standard under head coach Brian O’Connor and his staff, and their 2025 class is no different. Six-foot-five righthander Aaron Watson has a clean delivery along with present command of his four-pitch mix. Watson’s fastball has been up to 96 mph, and he supplements it with two distinct breaking balls in a low-80s slider and an upper-70s curveball with 12-to-6 shape. He also features a changeup, though it is a clear fourth offering. Lefthander Aidan Stillman has projection remaining, but his fastball has already been up to 95 with life through the zone, and he has an advanced feel to spin the baseball. He enjoyed a successful stint with Team USA this summer, tossing eight shutout innings with five strikeouts and just one walk.

Nick Becker is the younger brother of star sophomore Eric Becker and, like his brother, he has an aesthetically pleasing operation from the left side and consistently makes hard contact. Becker has fine actions and average arm strength, which give him the chance to potentially stick at shortstop long term. From a tools standpoint, outfielder William Mahala really stands out. He has serious bat speed and strength while being a comfortably plus runner and high-level athlete. Southpaw Jack Bauer has a projectable 6-foot-3 frame to go along with a smooth delivery. His fastball has been up to 95, a pitch he supplements with a mid-to-upper-70s slider that has shown spin rates in the 2,800-3,000 rpm range. Bauer’s changeup is a distant third offering right now and the key for him going forward will be throwing more strikes.

8. Wake Forest

Recruiting coordinator: Bill Cilento

Wake Forest’s ascent under head coach Tom Walter has been fantastic to watch. On top of consistently bringing high-level talent to campus, Walter and his staff have done a great job at developing their players and setting them up for success beyond college.

The Demon Deacons’ 2025 class has a strong core, headlined by righthanders Josh Hammond and Marcelo Harsch. Hammond is an athletic mover whose fastball has been up to 95 mph with particular life at the top of the zone, while his slider flashes sharp break and is already a bat-misser with plus potential. Harsch has generated plenty of buzz and has a big “up arrow” next to his name. At 6-foot-4 and 170-pounds, he is uber-projectable. His fastball has been up to 93 but could be into the mid-to-upper-90s before long. His best pitch right now is a low-to-mid-80s slider that flashes two-plane tilt and produces plenty of whiffs.

Outfielder Jordan Serrano is a fun power-speed mix, and his athleticism and speed give him the chance to stick in centerfield. Infielder Gustavo Melendez is one of the youngest players in the class, but he plays wise beyond his years. He puts the ball in play consistently, has sneaky pop packed into his 5-foot-9 frame and possesses the defensive skillset to potentially stick at shortstop long term. Six-foot-five righthander Grant Nicholson stands out for his projectability, and right now his mid-to-upper-70s slider is his best pitch and has plus potential.

9. Mississippi

Recruiting coordinator: Carl Lafferty

After putting together the fourth-ranked 2024 recruiting class, there appears to be more high-quality talent on its way to Oxford. Coy James leads the way, and the 6-foot shortstop is armed with an advanced offensive acumen. He’s an aggressive hitter who generates consistent hard contact and flashes pull-side power that shows up in-game. James has good hand-eye coordination, and his ability to adjust allows him to get his barrel on the ball even when he doesn’t get his best swing off. Righthander Blake Ilitch has a strong 6-foot-4 frame, and has an intriguing four-pitch mix that includes a fastball that has been up to 94 mph, two distinct breaking balls in an upper-70s curveball and a low-80s slider and a budding split-change. Outfielder Griffin Enis is an explosive athlete who is a double-plus runner with a plus arm to boot, which are two qualities that could enable him to stick in centerfield long term. There is work to be done offensively, though this year he made hard contact to all-fields on a more regular basis.

Bryden Bull has an imposing 6-foot-5 frame with room to add more strength, and he generates serious power from his smooth lefthanded stroke. The main aspect of Bull’s game to monitor going forward is how his hit tool progresses. Outfielder Cannon Goldin is a twitchy athlete with present strength and plus speed, and he frequently puts together quality at-bats.

10. Oklahoma State

Recruiting coordinator: Mark Ginther

Cutting right to the chase with Oklahoma State, the star of the class is undoubtedly potential No. 1 overall pick Ethan Holliday. Ethan could follow the same trajectory of his older brother and current Orioles infielder Jackson, who was also an Oklahoma State commit before being selected first overall in the 2022 draft. At 6-foot-4, Ethan is the more physical of the two and has a smooth, easy lefthanded swing. He has good rhythm and balance, does a nice job of controlling the strike zone and drives the ball with ease without selling out to do so. Currently a shortstop, there is a chance Holliday outgrows the position and eventually shifts over to the hot corner.

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While Holliday is certainly the headliner, there are other high-level players in the Cowboys’ class. Outfielder Danny Wallace has present bat-to-ball skills along with big-time bat speed and above-average power. Wallace is also an above-average runner with a plus arm and could stick in centerfield. Infielder Sebastian Norman has an impressive toolset, and, on top of his impressive raw power, he’s a plus runner underway and has an above-average arm at third base. Outfielder Cole Pladson is another name on which to keep a close eye this spring and as the draft approaches.

11. Georgia

Recruiting coordinator: Brock Bennett

The first year and change of the Wes Johnson era has gotten off to about as good of a start as anyone could have hoped. Last year, Georgia made its first super regional since 2008, was one win away from its first trip to Omaha since that same year and coach Johnson took home SEC Coach of the Year honors. Johnson and his staff have seen that momentum translate to their recruiting efforts, as in 2024 they landed the No. 10 overall class. They have a similarly quality 2025 class, led by infielder Josh Gibbs. Gibbs has put together an impressive track record with the bat, and he has electric hand and bat speed that allows him to generate quality contact on a regular basis. His home-run power comes predominantly to the pull side, though he can drive extra-base hits into either gap. Gibbs runs well and has an above-average arm at shortstop, where he could stick.

Outfielder Ty Peeples has a loose and rhythmic operation in the box, and doesn’t need to sell out to get to his in-game power. While he’s a slightly above-average runner and has played a fine centerfield up to this point, a move over to a corner outfield spot is likely. Righthander Joe Nottingham has a prototypical pitcher’s frame at 6-foot-5 and 200 pounds, and he flashed an enticing blend of strikes and stuff on the summer circuit where he had his fastball up to 95 mph to go along with a low-80s slider and an upper-70s changeup. Shortstop Daniel Pierce has a glove-first profile, but his defensive skillset gives him a strong chance to stick at the position going forward. He’s also a double-plus runner, though it’s worth monitoring how his bat progresses both this spring and beyond.

12. Florida

Recruiting coordinator: Chuck Jeroloman

Florida—as it seems to do year in and year out—has again put together a strong recruiting class. Righthander Minjae Seo has a fast arm and a lively fastball that has been up to 95 mph, as well as an advanced feel to spin the baseball. On top of his slider, Seo also has a promising changeup that profiles as a quality third offering. Third baseman Nicolas Partridge has an advanced offensive skillset and makes frequent contact from the left side. He has present contact ability, but figures to grow into more power as he continues to mature physically. Shortstop Jackson Roper is another high-contact hitter, and he has a short and simple swing from the right side. Roper has a line-drive oriented approach, and on the dirt he has a solid skillset that has allowed him to hold down shortstop up to this point.

13. Alabama

Recruiting coordinator: Jason Jackson

It was a successful first year at the helm for head coach Rob Vaughn, as he guided the Crimson Tide to 33 wins and their second-straight tournament appearance. Vaughn, who previously built Maryland into one of the best programs in the Big 10, is a strong identifier and developer of talent, which are two traits that will serve him incredibly well in the SEC. Coach Jason Jackson is an excellent recruiter, which is reflected in the quality of not only the Tide’s 2024 class but also their 2025 class.

This year’s class is led by 6-foot-3 infielder, Will Rhine. He missed all of 2024 due to a hip injury, but he was of the class’ notable risers in 2023 due to his offensive performance. He has a hitterish look from the left side where he has a simple, rhythmic swing with present bat speed and power upside. Righthander Myles Upchurch has run his fastball up to 95 mph with relative ease, and he also mixes in a mid-80s slider that generates swings and misses as well as an upper-70s-to-low-80s curveball that is similar in shape to his slider. Third baseman Caleb Barnett has a large 6-foot-5 frame and has big-time bat speed with above-average raw power. Righthander Ma’Kale Holden has a live arm, and is armed with a fastball that has been up to 97 and a curveball and slider that have both flashed above-average. However, his control will need to improve in order for him to reach his ceiling.

14. Oregon State

Recruiting coordinator: Rich Dorman

Oregon State is not only the premier baseball program on the West Coast, but one of the best in all of college baseball.The Beavers have won three national championships, won a regional in two of the last three seasons and have produced two No. 1 overall picks—Adley Rutschman and Travis Bazzana—in two of the last six drafts. The Beavers not only get high-end talent to campus, but they also do an outstanding job of developing said talent.

This year’s class is led by infielder Xavier Neyens, who is a potential top-half of the first-round pick this July. At 6-foot-4, 205 pounds, Neyens has a big-league body with plus power from the left side. While there is some swing-and-miss to his game, Neyens generates impressive contact when he connects, and his patience allows him to draw walks and get on base at a respectable clip. He has a strong arm at third base, and while there’s a chance he could eventually move to a corner outfield spot, he has done a great job in the agility and conditioning department. 

Switch-hitting infielder Mason Pike has quick hands and solid bat-to-ball skills from both sides of the plate, and he also has a plus arm at shortstop, where he’s a good athlete. Pike also provides plenty of intrigue on the mound, where he’s been up to 97 mph. Fellow infielder Josh Proctor’s strength and bat speed translate to above-average raw power, and he does a nice job of keeping his swing relatively compact for someone who is 6-foot-5. He’s played shortstop up to this point, but Proctor figures to slide over to third base or out to a corner outfield spot.

15. Oklahoma

Recruiting coordinator: Todd Butler

After putting together a solid 2024 class, Oklahoma’s 2025 class has no shortage of high-end talent. The star of the show is shortstop Eli Willits, who could very well hear his name called inside the first 20 picks in this year’s draft. Still just 16 years old, he announced in May that he was reclassifying to 2025. Willits, a switch-hitter, has an extremely polished offensive skillset. He has a short, compact swing from both sides of the plate with an advanced feel for the barrel and present contact skills. While it’s more gap than home run power right now, he should naturally grow into more over-the-fence juice. Willits is fundamentally sound at shortstop where has a high baseball IQ.

Six-foot-six outfielder Alec Blair is an outstanding athlete who is also a top-50 overall basketball recruit and Sooner hoops commit. On the diamond, he has plenty of power upside, and his range and athleticism both translate to centerfield. While there’s a chance he slides over to a corner outfield spot, Blair’s ceiling is immense. Righthander Vaughn Neckar is mature physically and features a fastball up to 95 mph. He has feel to spin both his slider and curveball and will occasionally mix in a mid-80s changeup.

16. Arkansas

Recruiting coordinator: Nate Thompson

Like it does every year, Arkansas has again pieced together a quality recruiting class. Six-foot-three shortstop Landon Schaefer leads the way, and he is fresh off a strong showing down in Jupiter. He has an athletic build with power upside, though there are some hit tool questions. While Schaefer hunts fastballs, there is some swing-and-miss at times against secondary offerings. How the hit tool progresses will be key. He has the arm strength for the left side of the infield, though his actions could profile best at third base long term. 

Righthander Carson Brumaugh is an athletic righthander whose fastball has been up to 96 mph with some run to the arm side. He has big-time arm speed, and his low-80s slider is already a swing-and-miss weapon against righthanded hitters. At the plate, he has serious bat speed and makes hard contact on a somewhat regular basis. Brumbaugh’s athleticism also translates to the dirt, where he has a plus arm at shortstop. Another intriguing follow is righthander Jordan Martin, who this summer ran his fastball into the mid 90s.

17. Duke

Recruiting coordinator: Derek Simmons

When Duke hired former Indiana assistant Derek Simmons this summer, it was almost unanimously considered a slam-dunk hire. Simmons flexed his recruiting muscles at Indiana and helped build the Hoosiers into one of the premier programs in the Big 10, and he’s already doing the same at Duke. Pitching is the strength of the class, and righthanders Justice De Jong and Noah Yoder lead the way. De Jong is a good athlete who’s been up to 95 mph with an above-average mid-70s curveball and a promising changeup. He has advanced pitchability and does a nice job of sequencing his pitches.

Yoder is ultra-physical at 6-foot-5 and 230 pounds and has more of a power look than De Jong. He was up to 98 mph at World Wood Bat—the best individual bolt of the tournament—with cut and ride through the zone. He also mixes in a power curveball in the low 80s that will flash depth and teeth. Infielder Jayden Stroman is the younger brother of current Yankees righthander Marcus Stroman, and he’s a plus runner with a plus arm at shortstop. His offense will need to take a considerable step forward, but he’s also up to 94 on the mound.

18. Arizona

Recruiting coordinator: Trip Couch

Arizona baseball is one program in which to buy stock. The Wildcats have made the tournament in each of the last four seasons and in 2024 won the Pac-12 conference tournament. Head coach Chip Hale and his staff have done a fantastic job across all areas, including recruiting. They netted a top-25 overall class in 2024 and are on track to do the same in 2025. Jack Lafflam is a tall, 6-foot-6 righthander who is ultra-slender and armed with a fastball that has been up to 95 mph with some cutting action. He generates swings and misses with both of his high-spin breaking balls, and his changeup could eventually turn into a bigger weapon if he ups its usage.

Outfielder Caleb Danzeisen has an advanced feel for the barrel from the left side, where he has a compact swing and will occasionally flash over-the-fence power. While he has experience behind the dish, Danzeisen is might profile best in a corner outfield spot. Righthander Dylan Wood has a lively arsenal, and his fastball-slider combination is a tough east-to-west look for opposing hitters. His fastball has been up to 94 and runs in on the hands of righthanded hitters, while his slider has sharp, lateral break. Wood uses his changeup sparingly, though it does show promise.

19. Georgia Tech

Recruiting coordinator: Josh Schulman

Coach Josh Schulman was an integral piece to Wofford’s coaching staff, and he has already proven to be a quality hire by Georgia Tech. Schulman helped spearhead the Yellow Jackets’ recruiting efforts for their 11th-ranked 2024 class, and they again boast a top 20 class for 2025. Infielder Ryan Mitchell has an athletic build at 6-foot-2, 185 pounds, and he has present bat-to-ball ability with a quick swing from the left side. He moves well at shortstop, and while he’s not necessarily a slam dunk to stick at the position, Mitchell is a safe bet to stay on the dirt long term.

Righthander Cole Raymond has some room to add strength and physicality to his 6-foot-3, 180-pound frame, though his fastball has already reached 95 mph. His heater is his go-to offering, but he has also flashed a mid-to-upper-80s slider that is rather short in shape. Fellow righthander Charlie Willcox is a great athlete with plenty of arm speed, and his fastball has been up to 94. Both his curveball and changeup have shown positive flashes, giving him the potential to have a quality three-pitch mix down the road.

20. Auburn

Recruiting coordinator: Karl Nonemaker

While 2024 was a disappointing season, there are plenty of reasons to be excited about Auburn in 2025 and beyond. The Tigers have the fourth-ranked incoming transfer class and their 2025 class also has an exciting blend of talent. Righthander Ethin Bingaman has a strong, compact frame and attacks hitters from a high arm slot. His fastball is best when located in the top of the zone thanks to its carrying life, but his calling card is a mid-70s-to-low-80s high-spin curveball with plenty of depth and teeth.

Outfielder Wade Shelley’s defense stands out. He’s a high-level athlete who combines his above-average run tool and advanced instincts to get good off-the-bat reads and take crisp, efficient routes to the baseball. Shelley has gap-to-gap range with an above-average arm, though his hit ability will need to take a step forward. However, when he does connect, Shelley generates hard contact. Righthander Clayton Armah has a high-waisted, projectable frame at 6-foot-4 and 190 pounds. There is an appealing ease to his operation, and it’s easy to dream on what his stuff will look like as he gets stronger and continues to mature.

21. Southern California

Recruiting coordinator: Travis Jewett

It’s no secret that USC has struggled mightily since the mid 2000s. The program has made the tournament just once since 2005 and has gone through five different head coaches since then. However, head coach Andy Stankiewicz and his staff have done an admirable job in their first two years on campus. The Trojans have won 30 games in back-to-back seasons for the first time since 2000-2001, and their 17 conference wins in 2023 and 2024 are tied for the second-highest mark since 2001.

Infielder Tate Southisene—the younger brother of 2024 fourth-round pick Ty Southisene—has raised his draft stock considerably over the last calendar year. He was a standout performer on the 2024 circuit and posted a better OBP and slugging percentage than older brother Ty this spring. Tate has good hand-eye coordination, and, while his operation is rather loud, it works for him and he’s able to generate plenty of bat speed. He has solid hit ability and doesn’t expand the zone too much. Southisene could stick at shortstop where he has sound actions to go along with a plus arm. Fellow infielder Diego Velazquez has an easy swing with plus bat speed. There is projection remaining, but he has already shown some thump to the pull side.

22. Miami

Recruiting coordinator: Jonathan Anderson

It was tough sledding in 2024 for Miami, who failed to make the tournament for the first time since 2018. However, help is on the way both in 2025 and beyond. After establishing a top 10 class in 2024, coach Jonathan Anderson has put together another formidable recruiting class. Outfielder Dylan Dubovik has a pro body at 6-foot-4 and 210 pounds. He’s flashed above-average raw power, and it could eventually grow into plus. Dubovik’s tools and athleticism stand out across all facets of the game, but especially in the outfield where he flashes a 70-grade arm. Infielder Eddie Zaun has a simple setup in the box and makes contact at a respectable clip. He doesn’t expand the zone much, and his bat path is geared to get the ball up in the air. Zaun has fine actions and an above-average arm at third base, where he has a chance to stick long term.

23. UCLA

Recruiting coordinator: Bryant Ward

The past two years have been forgetful in Westwood, as UCLA has failed to make the tournament in back-to-back seasons. Following a modest 2023 in which the Bruins went 28-24-1, they had a shockingly down year in 2024, failing to eclipse the 20-win mark. The Bruins’ 2024 class just missed out on a top 25 ranking, but they do crack the first iteration of the 2025 rankings.

The class is headlined by righthander Angel Cervantes, who has a sound delivery with an advanced feel to pitch. His fastball has reached 94 mph, but figures to tick up as Cervantes continues to age—he’s still just 17—and add physicality. His changeup is plus and gets great separation off his heater while routinely flashing tumble and fade. Cervantes’ curveball and slider are both high-spin pitches that lack refinement, but they do show promise. Fellow righty Zach Strickland has a smooth delivery and is armed with a fastball that has crept into the mid 90s, as well as a curveball and slider that both need to add sharpness. 

24. Arizona State

Recruiting coordinator: Sam Peraza

It’s been a tough go in Tempe of late. Arizona State has failed to make the tournament in each of the last three seasons despite having plenty of talent up and down its roster. However, after putting together a 2024 recruiting class that just missed the top 25, coach Sam Peraza has another exciting group of future Sun Devils. At 6-foot-5, 220 pounds, outfielder Hagen Wright is imposing and physical. He has immense raw power; the key is making enough contact to get to it consistently. Wright has a strong arm and a prototypical corner outfield profile. Switch-hitting infielder Finn Leach has great hand-eye coordination with high-level bat-to-ball skills. He has a smooth swing from both sides of the plate and sprays line drives to all parts of the field. 

25. Clemson

Recruiting coordinator: Nick Schnabel

The Eric Bakich era is off to a roaring start at Clemson, as the Tigers have won 44 games in each of the last two seasons, won the ACC conference tournament in 2023 and advanced to a super regional last year for the first time since 2010. Bakich and his staff have shown they can recruit at a high level, and both their 2024 and 2025 classes reflect as such. Six-foot-two infielder Dax Kilby has a compact swing from the left side with a clean path through the zone, and he makes consistent contact on the barrel. Kilby is an above-average runner who has a chance to stick in the six-hole, though a move to either second or third base is not out of the question. Southpaw Nicholas Frusco has a 6-foot-5, 200-pound frame to dream on and an enticing blend of “now” stuff and untapped upside. Frusco’s fastball misses bats, and his slider has also shown promise, both of which should tick up as he continues to fill out.