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Updated 2018 Illinois Rankings: Top Shortstops

April 15, 2016

By Drew Locascio
llinois Scouting Director

On Monday of last week the 2018 rankings were updated and expanded from 35 to 75. The depth of the 2018 class has strengthened considerably since the last update due to the numerous events over the winter.

There are now 16 shortstops ranked in the sophomore class. Illinois recruit, Branden Comia (Sandburg) is the head of the class when it comes to shortstops. 5-foot-11, 185-pound Comia has a premium right-handed bat and athletic actions on the infield. Confident, soft hands and plays well on the move with a knack for making the tough play. Comia is ranked No. 6 in Illinois and No. 108 overall.

Another infielder to keep an eye on is Hayden Laczynski (Minooka). Laczynki, the No. 2 ranked shortstop in Illinois, is a left-handed hitter with speed. Early on this spring season he was 4.07 down the line. Started on varsity as a freshman.

Below we take a look at the 16 shortstops who found themselves in the updated 2018 rankings:

TOP SHORTSTOPS

Rank Name State School Class Pos Commitment
1 Branden Comia IL Sandburg 2018 SS Illinois
2 Hayden Laczynski IL Minooka 2018 SS
3 Scott Youngbrandt IL Andrew 2018 SS
4 D'Eric Shenault IL Kenwood 2018 SS
5 Malik Peters IL Mount Carmel 2018 SS
6 Sam Jones IL Brother Rice 2018 SS
7 Andrew Wilhite IL Stillman Valley 2018 SS
8 Anthony DeConcilis IL Lake Park 2018 SS
9 Joe Payton IL Brother Rice 2018 SS
10 Mason Hull IL Effingham 2018 SS
11 Jacob Plastiak IL Andrew 2018 SS
12 Jamarion Loston IL Morgan Park 2018 SS
13 Christian Lucio IL Mount Carmel 2018 SS
14 Brendan Collins IL St. Laurence 2018 SS
15 Carlos McFadden IL Roberto Clemente 2018 SS
16 Cherokee LeBeau IL Minooka 2018 SS


CLICK HERE for complete 2018 Illinois Rankings.

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