Canadian College/University Showcase: Quick Hits II
February 12, 2025
On Saturday, February 8th, the Prep Baseball Ontario staff hosted the annual Canadian College & University Showcase, our first showcase of the 2025 season, at The Yard Athletic Centre in Cambridge, Ontario, home of the Midwestern Ontario Bearcats.
This sold out event featured 65+ prospects in the 2025 and 2026 classes and they had the chance the run through a pro-style workout infront of college coaches from roughly 15 programs, including 12 from Ontario, two from the United States (Genesee CC, Michigan-Deaborn) and Prairie Baseball Academy out of Alberta.
All player ran through a full workout that included batting practice and bullpens captured on our TrackMan and over the next several days we'll be highlighting top performers from the event within our post-event analysis. Stay locked into our social media channels over the next several days as we continue to push out video, leaderboards and more.
Earlier this week, we broke down the top measurable data performers from the event with our Statistical Analysis, Pitching Data Dive and Hitting Data Dive. Now, we will continue to spotlight top performers within this Quick Hits article as we provide scouting and video on six standouts from Sunday.
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George Boutris 2B / OF / Ontario Online School, ON / 2028Boutris put together a strong day last weekend, featuring a long, wiry 6’2”, 170-pound frame with room to fill. The Yankees product showed strong defensive actions & should be able to stick up the middle long-term. Offensively, the balanced swing and advanced bat-to-ball skills worked well, producing a peak exit velocity of 89.3 mph, good for a peak distance of 300ft (avg. 268ft). Overall, it’s a controlled offensive approach and with added strength there’s potential for more impact in the future. Name to keep tabs on in this Ontario ‘26 class as he continues to progress. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">INF George Boutris<br>2026, <a href="https://twitter.com/OntarioYankees?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@OntarioYankees</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <br><br>6-foot-2, 175-pounds.<br><br>Boutris put together a strong showing on Saturday and continues to showcase offensive value. Leveraged swing that gets behind the ball for some loud contact.<br><br>Should continue to trend ⬆️ with added… <a href="https://t.co/iZVjIeVjJ2">pic.twitter.com/iZVjIeVjJ2</a></p>— Prep Baseball Ontario (@PrepBaseballON) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballON/status/1889372846721282559?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> |
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Tanner Luker RHP / OF / Grand River Collegiate, ON / 2025Luker stood out among pitchers in attendance, topping at 85.3 mph and filling the zone with his fastball. His slider showed a strong movement profile, sitting 69-71 mph with an average horizontal movement of -14.6 inches. He rounded out his arsenal with a changeup that he located well down in the zone. At 6-foot, 175 pounds, it’s a rhythmic, snappy delivery with athleticism that projects for additional velocity gains. Positionally, Luker impressed with a peak exit velocity of 94.6 mph and an outfield velocity of 89 mph, both some of the stronger marks on the day. Overall, it was a strong showing, and he profiles as a potential impact two-way at the Canadian collegiate level. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">RHP/OF Tanner Luker<br>2025, Valdez Baseball Academy <a href="https://twitter.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <br><br>6-foot, 175-pounds.<br><br>Tanner had one of the better showings this afternoon. An intriguing two-way that impressed our staff defensively. Clocking in the upper 8️⃣0️⃣s from the OF.<br><br>FB - 81-85 mph<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CanCollege25?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CanCollege25</a>🇨🇦 <a href="https://t.co/ZP3TYPEYyx">pic.twitter.com/ZP3TYPEYyx</a></p>— Prep Baseball Ontario (@PrepBaseballON) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballON/status/1888392965271298402?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> |
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Taylor Walter Atkinson SS / Grey Highlands Secondary School, ON / 2026Taylor has made large strides since we last saw him, adding significant strength and size. His peak exit velocity jumped to 93.2 mph, a ten-mile-per-hour increase from last fall’s Bearcats Scout Day. At 5-foot-11, 175-pounds, there’s twitch and bat speed to work with moving forward as the swing continues to clean up. The glove continues to develop as strength and athleticism gains factor in. With continued mechanical refinement, Atkinson has the potential to become an impact bat moving forward, and is a name to keep an eye on as he develops further. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">INF Taylor Walter Atkinson<br>2026, <a href="https://twitter.com/mobearcats?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mobearcats</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <br><br>5-foot-11, 155-pounds.<br><br>Atkinson presented the glove well defensively and displayed some loud impact throughout his rounds. <br><br>Max EV - 93.2 mph<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CanCollege25?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CanCollege25</a>🇨🇦 <a href="https://t.co/FTPqysm7ih">pic.twitter.com/FTPqysm7ih</a></p>— Prep Baseball Ontario (@PrepBaseballON) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballON/status/1888657990560919998?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> |
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Cullen Rooney C / RHP / Normandy, OH / 2026Rooney impressed with one of the stronger performances amongst catchers in attendance. The American / Canadian dual-citizen recorded a peak exit velocity of 93.0mph and showcased a pop time of 2.03 seconds with a catcher velocity of 76 mph. Fluid transfer and a quick release that make Cullen look the part of a plus defender at the next level. It’s an athletic look at the dish with efficient bat path and the tendency to spray the ball to all parts of the field. Cullen should be a name for Canadian coaches to keep tabs on over the next few years as he continues to grow and refine the game. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">C Cullen Rooney <br>2026, <a href="https://twitter.com/InvadersBSB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@InvadersBSB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballOH?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepBaseballOH</a> <br><br>Cullen joined us all the way from Ohio on Saturday and didn’t disappoint.<br><br>The 🇨🇦🇺🇸 dual-citizen put together one of the stronger defensive showings among catchers in attendance & doubled down w/ 2️⃣ impressive BP rounds.… <a href="https://t.co/jYj6T2I9sl">pic.twitter.com/jYj6T2I9sl</a></p>— Brendan Mahood (@brendanmahood_) <a href="https://twitter.com/brendanmahood_/status/1888983662986936730?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> |
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Carter O'Connor SS / RHP / N/A, ON / 2027O’Connor put on a solid display at The Yard, further elevating his stock in the 2027 Ontario class. The Ontario National worked up to a peak exit velocity of 89.9mph (avg. 85.6), working predominantly for line drives. The hit tool has shown in game repetitively and added physicality looks to have added significant offensive value for Carter. It’s a direct, repeatable swing that continues to impress evaluators. Cat-like defender up the middle, quick lateral mover and has the actions to stick at shortstop in the long-term, with potential to be an impact defender at the next level. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">SS/RHP Carter O’Connor<br>2027, <a href="https://twitter.com/NatsOnt?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NatsOnt</a><br>5-10/155lbs<br><br>Direct & synced up swing from the right side, that works on a line and has more to come as he continues to fill out.<br><br>Clean mover that showed upside with the glove, as well.<br><br>Max EV - 89.9mph<a href="https://twitter.com/CarterOCon35347?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CarterOCon35347</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballON?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepBaseballON</a> <a href="https://t.co/gHbdz4YDnw">pic.twitter.com/gHbdz4YDnw</a></p>— Phillip Jankulovski (@PhilJankulovski) <a href="https://twitter.com/PhilJankulovski/status/1889018549060219026?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> |
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J.S. Deacon SS / 3B / Southwood, ON / 2026Deacon continues to trend upward, showing strong progression over the past year. At 6-foot-3, 185-pounds, it’s a long, projectable frame with present strength and room to fill out further. The left-handed hitting Bearcats product worked up to a peak exit velocity of 92.3 mph (avg. 88.7), with a leveraged swing that generated hard contact to all fields. Worked for a hard hit percentage of 60%, one of the stronger marks on the day. Athletic mover for his size who should be able to stick on the left side with continued strength gains. The length and projection value make Deacon a potential steal for Canadian programs in the future. <blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">SS/3B JS Deacon <br>2026, <a href="https://twitter.com/mobearcats?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mobearcats</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PB_Uncommitted?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PB_Uncommitted</a> <br><br>Deacon strung together some loud rounds on Saturday, working the EV into the 90’s frequently.<br><br>6-foot-3, 185-pound frame w/ projection yet to realize 📈<br><br>Peak EV - 92.3 🔥<br>Avg. EV - 88.7 🚀 <a href="https://twitter.com/js_deac?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@js_deac</a> || <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CanCollege25?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CanCollege25</a>🇨🇦 <a href="https://t.co/RTr8rVHbbm">pic.twitter.com/RTr8rVHbbm</a></p>— Prep Baseball Ontario (@PrepBaseballON) <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepBaseballON/status/1888968891860144315?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script> |
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