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The Draft rankings have expanded! Here are the top toolsThe Draft rankings have expanded! Here are the top tools

Jun 27, 2024

The 2024 Draft rankings have been finalized and expanded to include the Top 250 prospects. With less than three weeks remaining until the start of the Draft, a clearer picture of how the scouting industry is evaluating this year's talent has emerged.

The top 10 prospects are as follows:

1. Travis Bazzana, 2B, Oregon State

2. Charlie Condon, OF/3B, Georgia

3. Jac Caglianone, 1B/LHP, Florida

4. JJ Wetherholt, SS/2B, West Virginia

5. Hagen Smith, LHP, Arkansas

6. Chase Burns, RHP, Wake Forest

7. Nick Kurtz, 1B, Wake Forest

8. Braden Montgomery, OF, Texas A&M

9. Konnor Griffin, SS/OF, Jackson Prep (MS)

10. Bryce Rainer, SS, Harvard-Westlake HS (CA)

Travis Bazzana from Oregon State is recognized as the best hitter with a "65 grade." He hit .407/.568/.911 this spring and demonstrated excellent plate discipline with only a 9.1 percent strikeout rate and a 25.7 percent walk rate.

Charlie Condon from Georgia is noted for his power with a "70 grade," leading Division I hitters in home runs (37) and slugging percentage (1.009). His chase rate was lower compared to other sluggers.

Kellon Lindsey from Hardee High School in Florida is identified as the fastest runner with a "75 grade." His athleticism stands out both offensively and defensively.

Braden Montgomery from Texas A&M has been highlighted for having the strongest arm with a "70 grade," supported by his pitching experience where he reached fastball velocities up to 96 mph.

Vance Honeycutt from North Carolina is considered the best defender with a "70 grade" due to his speed and instincts in center field.

Brody Brecht from Iowa possesses the best fastball with a "70 grade," capable of touching triple digits and averaging over 96 mph.

William Schmidt from Catholic High School in Louisiana has been recognized for having the best curveball with a "70 grade," characterized by its high rpm readings and effectiveness against hitters.

Chase Burns from Wake Forest boasts the best slider with a "70 grade," achieving high miss rates and chase rates on his upper-80s offering.

A.J. Causey from Tennessee holds the title for best changeup with a "60 grade," aided by his sidearm delivery which adds deception to his pitch.

Ryan Johnson from Dallas Baptist is noted for his control with a "65 grade," maintaining low walk rates throughout his college career despite an unconventional delivery.