Prep Baseball Report

Ohio Mailbag: November 25th



By JD Heilmann
Ohio Scouting Director

Every week, PBR Ohio holds an interactive chat through Twitter with our followers. Our goal is to be accessible. This is your chance to take advantage of our expertise. Ask questions about the recruiting process, upcoming high school season, specific prospects, PBR events, or anything else that may be on your mind. We enjoy bringing you knowledge and expertise on players and programs in your area.

This week, we will be answering questions on Wednesday, December 3rd between the hours of 8-9pm.

six of the top questions from the Ask.FM Q&A Session on November 25th


What is a bigger honor to receive? A high D2 offer or a low D1 offer, and which should a player choose?

The highest honor is getting to play college baseball at any level. Make sure it is the right place and that you will enjoy you time playing college baseball.

Who are some good players in the class of 2016 that have not committed yet? Any low ranking kids stand out to you?

There are a lot good player still out there in the 2016 class. Players like Schnitz-Paxton, Egnor, Junker, and Lyon to name a few. A guy to keep an eye on that is ranked in top 40 is Antonio Bennett.

How is Westerville Central looking this year?

I think Westerville Central will be a team to watch with 2016 Jeremiah Clarke (Toledo commit), Daniel Kreuzer (Wright State commit), Noah West (Ohio State commit), and uncommitted Gavin Lyon, who was up to 90 at the Future Games. Also left-handed pitchers Austin Sherry (Oakland commit) and Nick Buchanan will help on the mound.

Best defensive catchers in class of 2016 and 2017?

There are a lot of good catchers in the 2016/17 class. Defensively Nate Monastra (Xavier commit) does a nice job. In the 2017 class Bubba Arslanian and Jon Quinlan in my opinion.

How will Grove City look this year?

Grove City will be solid again this year especially when Bowling Green commit Chase Antle is on the mound. Also watch our for 2016 Blake Griffith.

Who are the best 2016 pitchers after top 15?

A lot of good 2016 pitchers still out there. Two that come to mind are Gavin Lyon (Westerville Central) and Mason Groves (Olentangy Liberty).

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