As the pre-season winds down and teams begin to prepare for the upcoming season, we’ve rolled out our first update of the year to the Class of 2026 Alabama Player Rankings, with some notable changes to the top-165. With the high school season looming in just a short couple of weeks, we’re shining the spotlight on several prospects who have made significant strides in their development, solidifying their positions as potential impact players at the collegiate level. We’re also taking a close look at the top uncommitted players by position who are drawing increased attention and should be names to watch for college recruiters this spring.

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As always, our evaluation process is fluid and ongoing, built on multiple viewings and discussions to get the most accurate feel for each player’s abilities. It’s worth noting that while some players show rapid improvement, this doesn’t suggest that others have regressed—player development is simply a journey with peaks and valleys. As the season unfolds, new names will continue to surface, expanding the universe of top prospects in Alabama. In addition to our player evaluations, our scouts—both in-state and nationally—have been in constant dialogue, comparing notes and making adjustments based on the latest insights to ensure the rankings are as up-to-date and accurate as possible.

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+ The Top-10 in the Class of 2026 ⭐

John Stowers C / St. Paul's Episcopal, AL / 2026 Rankings  StateRank: 1 / POS: 1 "Auburn recruit. 5-foot-11, 195-pounds. Definite proportional strength throughout with ideal catcher's build and still room to add. One of the top backstops in the 2026 class nationally, and was his usual self during the two-day event. Ranked No. 1 in the 2026 class in Alabama, Stowers has one of the better hit/defend tool combos in his class and showcased both over the past two days. Known for his ability to slug after belting 14 home runs this past spring, the rising junior showed off that clean left-handed swing that generated high exits with wood during his round of BP. He generates such easy gap-to-gap power using his strength and a loose, whippy barrel that works on a mostly uphill path through the zone. Equally as talented as a defender, Stowers also led the event posting 1.87-1.94 pop times and a top velocity of 79 mph using a lightning fast transfer and above-average arm strength with accuracy."