Top 25 Profiles of 2024: No. 7 JD Stein
December 28, 2024
As we are nearing the end of another calendar year, we have compiled a list of the top 25 most viewed Indiana player profiles this year. According to our research through our google analytics, these are the most viewed profiles by you the reader in 2024.
Coming in at No. 7 is '25 SS JD Stein (Carmel HS). A 5-foot-10, 175-pound shortstop. Stein started off his year by showing some elite tools at the Preseason All-State in March. 97 mph across the diamond, 6.66 yard dash, and a peak exit velocity of 102.6 mph. The dynamic SS hit .385 in the spring with 19 extra-base-hits and 14 stolen bases. He was uber-consistent in every look throughout the year. Stein eventually committed to Wake Forest in October, a premier program in the ACC. The Carmel product is currently ranked #7 in the state and is the top shortstop in Indiana's senior class.
‘25 SS JD Stein (@jd_stein) hammers a triple to the LCF gap.
— Cooper Trinkle (@CTrinkle23) October 5, 2024
Innate feel for rhythm & timing w/ impactful stroke. Tools shine across the board + established track record of in-game success. @PBR_Uncommitted @ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/bR7n13zFKI
‘25 SS JD Stein (@jd_stein) was the winner on the position players side.
— Prep Baseball Indiana (@PrepBaseballIN) March 3, 2024
Bouncy in the infield w/ a ‼️97 mph‼️ arm across. 6.66 run + 102.6 EV
One of the top @PBR_Uncommitted SS’s in the country. @ShooterHunt || @prepbaseball #INPAS24 https://t.co/mAYSMEihO4 pic.twitter.com/V56LCSnP4O
Scouting Report
Stein stole the show on the position player side of things with outstanding measurables and the actions to match. The highest-touted uncommitted prospect in the class, Stein blazed a 6.66 60 yard dash to start the day, before putting together a professional round of batting practice with the top average exit velocity of the day (97.1 mph). Stein peaked at 102.6 mph, suggesting gap power could be a future-tool. Stein showed consistent tempo through his swing, delivering a quick, level barrel through the hitting zone that stays on-plane to extension. Stein was hands-down the best defensive infielder in attendance, showing real bounce in the feet with soft hands to match. His best tool is his arm strength, firing the ball across the infield at 97 mph with real carry. Uncommitted for now, expect high-level programs from across the country to be in contact with Stein as he plays his junior season.
JD Stein, Carmel, 2025, IN
Position: SS
Body: 5-foot-9, 155-pound athletic build.
Hit: (RHH) Advanced. Begins in an athletic stance with a smooth controlled load, then uses a toe tap stride. Electric bat speed. Good extension on his balanced finish, short level swing. Gap to gap approach.
Power: 93.7 mph exit velocity, average 81.0 mph. 78.2 mph bat speed average. 24.4 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Next level hands, smooth athletic footwork, clean exchange. Confident.
Arm: 93 mph infield velocity. Very quick arm action, high ¾ slot.
Speed: 6.88 (60-yard).
JD Stein, Carmel, 2025, IN
Position: SS/2B
Body: 5-foot-8, 155-pound athletic build.
Hit: (RHH) Advanced. Started in a wide athletic stance with a smooth load, then used a leg kick. Quick efficient bat speed. Good extension on his balanced finish, level swing. Line drive approach.
Power: 96.4 mph exit velocity, average 92.5 mph.
Defense: (IF) Soft hands, smooth athletic footwork, clean exchange. Advanced. Movements laterally were quick.
Arm: 89 mph infield velocity. Short quick arm action, high ¾ slot.
Speed: 6.85 (60-yard).
JD Stein, Carmel, 2025, IN
Position: SS
Body: 5-foot-8, 150-pound athletic frame.
Hit: (RHH) Athletic. Starts in an athletic stance with a smooth load, then uses a leg kick. Quick bat speed. Good extension on his balanced finish, loose level swing. Gap to gap approach.
Power: 94 mph exit velocity, average 86.9 mph. 68.7 mph bat speed average. 22.0 mph hand speed average.
Defense: (IF) Soft hands, smooth athletic footwork, quick exchange. Advanced. Laterally, his movements were quick.
Arm: 89 mph infield velocity. Very quick arm action, an-over-the-top slot.
Speed: 7.00 (60-yard).