Pennsylvania Weekly Standouts: Third Edition 2024

Zachary Hare 3B / RHP / Riverside, PA / 2025

Legit 2-way player at the next level. Strong muscular build. Top of the leaderboard in everything. Power arm and power bat!

2025 3B/RHP Zachary Hare (Riverside, PA); 6-3, 215 lbs.⁰
Mature composure on the bump, Durable frame with added muscle over the past year,

Tunnels a 3-pitch mix well all in zone with the capability to get S/M ? w/ FB

FB: 88-89 T90
CB: 71-74
CH: 77-79@ShooterHunt pic.twitter.com/ZYNI4euEzy

— Nathan Ocker (@ocker_n) February 16, 2024

Joe Safar OF / 1B / North Catholic, PA / 2025

Physcially impossing athlete. Made the building shake during BP. Over 100mph EV on every swing. Ready for the next level. 

2025 OF/1B Joe Safar (North Catholic, PA); 6-6, 225 lbs.

Intimidating figure at the plate. Great bat control/compact swing. Uses lower half well/finishes strong through contact. Averaged over 100mph EV. ⚡️

Exit Velo: 107mph @ShooterHunt @BrosBaseballFBB @joesafarbsbl pic.twitter.com/InQl0W3MUd

— Charlie Spano (@CSPANO4) February 15, 2024

Aedan Fowler LHP / OF / Seneca Valley, PA / 2025

Continues to mature and improve. Made gains in every metric. Exciting follow this spring with the bat and as a LHP.

2025 LHP/OF Aedan Fowler (Seneca Valley, PA); 5-11, 180 lbs.

Good look as Fowler filled up the zone with a quality 3 pitch mix; showed feel to land SL in zone & as a S/M weapon

FB: 83-86
SL: 70
CH: 73@BrosBaseballFBB | @aedan_fowler pic.twitter.com/TnrMuwQKDq

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 16, 2024

Kyaire Grandy OF / Pittsburgh Allderdice, PA / 2027

Impressive mature freshman. Steady heads and compact swing. Quick bat turn; already up to 96mph EV.

2027 OF Kyaire Grandy (Pittsburgh Allderdice, PA); 5-10, 190 lbs.⁰⁰Really impressive looking FR. Really short yet explosive swing.
+bat speed -80mph⚡️⁰Exit Velo: 96mph@PGH_Hardball pic.twitter.com/l0kuTevyyk

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 15, 2024

Michael Cejrowski Jr RHP / 3B / Seton La Salle , PA / 2026

The sophomore opened some eyes. Projectable frame with plenty of room to fill.  Firm, downhill FB and effective off-speed. Good RHP to add to your 2026 board. 

2026 RHP/1B Michael Cejrowski Jr (Seton La Salle , PA); 6-4, 194 lbs.

Projectable frame. Throws out of a high 3/4 arm slot. Gets good downhill action on FB with arm side run. CB had depth with 12-6 shape.

FB: 83mph
CB: 64mph@PGH_Hardball pic.twitter.com/ZyYI4M6LOL

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 16, 2024

Boden Lenyk SS / 3B / Butler, PA / 2026

This was our second time seeing him this winter and he backed everything up. Boden has all the tools to play INF at the next level. Good footwork, smooth glovework and a strong arm (IF-velo: 85mph). He also put on a barrel show with the bat reaching an EV of 96mph.

2026 SS/3B Boden Lenyk (Butler, PA); 6-0, 166 lbs.

Silky smooth. Everything he does looks easy and effortless. Advanced actions and hands. Strong arm on target.?
More in the tank. Follow!

IF Arm- 85MPH ?
Exit Velo: 96MPH #PreseasonID https://t.co/YVOtHP4x9x pic.twitter.com/0z07iw1xXE

— Charlie Spano (@CSPANO4) February 17, 2024

Anthony Grippo C / RHP / Greensburg Central Catholic , PA / 2026

In a state loaded with good catchers, he is right near the top.  Has all the tools and build to play at the next level. Big work ethic and high enery player.  

2026 C/RHP Anthony Grippo (Greensburg Central Catholic , PA); 6-2, 180 lbs.

Impressive powerful round. Balanced approach and compact delivery. Pull-side juice. ?

Exit Velo: 98MPH#PreseasonID | @anthonyth3guy pic.twitter.com/AQmthobg4W

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 17, 2024

Nolan Stefaniak RHP / 1B / Butler, PA / 2026

Made a big jump from a year ago and the celling is still high. We loved his pace and quick loose arm action. Really competive bullpen; pounded the lower half of the zone with his FB and was very effective with his breaking ball.

Really interesting look at '26 RHP Nolan Stefaniak (Butler, PA).

6-1, 175 | Learn & Wiry

Works w/ a quick pace, long loose arm-swing, power 3/4 slot. ?

FB: 88-90
CB: 74-76#PreseasonID pic.twitter.com/QIhD3neQUR

— Dan Cevette (@DanCevette) February 17, 2024

Caden Sivrich RHP / OF / Norwin, PA / 2026

Really impressive performace on the mound. Full repertoire of pitches on display.  Starting pitcher potential at the next level. Will only get better.

Caden does it from the outfield just as well as he does on the mound?
Two way potential ✅⁰
Arm: 91 ?#PreseasonID | @cadensivrich https://t.co/QHVIxOBMDv pic.twitter.com/jmfl3aSXPX

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 17, 2024

Tyler Maddix OF / LHP / Bishop Canevin, PA / 2025

Really talented athlete. All the tools and makeup to play at a high level. Potential 2-way prospect. Big time juice with the bat and the arm continues to get stronger. 

2025 OF/LHP Tyler Maddix (Bishop Canevin, PA); 6-1, 170 lbs.

Intriguing 2-way prospect w/ high celling. Long loose levers. Works downhill; FB has ASR. Hard, tight SL w/late break.

FB: 87MPH
SL: 78MPH
CB: 76MPH
CH: 81MPH#PreseasonID | @tyler_maddix https://t.co/9tPgFX7x2v pic.twitter.com/FNyq8bAywo

— Charlie Spano (@CSPANO4) February 17, 2024

Graham Keen 3B / OF / Mt Lebanon, PA / 2027

The buzz was all over the room when his name appeared on the roster. Everyone stopped to watch his workout and he was unfazed. Physically gifted and ultra talented. Fluid and athletic actions. Threw an effortless 98mph from the OF. Long limbs; tremendous bat control with smooth barrel path (EV-101mph). Only a freshman, exciting follow with big upside.

'27 3B Graham Keen (Mt. Lebanon, PA)

◇ No. 1 ranked player in PAs '27 class
◇ No. 24 nationally @prepbaseball

6-5, 185 | Wiry, athletic
EV: 101 ?

Passes the eye test. Elite mover. Fun BP round to watch ?#PreseasonID pic.twitter.com/cRAhFKytII

— Dan Cevette (@DanCevette) February 17, 2024

Jon Saunders RHP / OF / Gateway, PA / 2027

Burst onto the stage in a big way. The freshman put up legit numbers and has plenty of upside. 98mph EV and a 85mph FB is a good way to start your high school career. Bright future ahead. 

2027 RHP/OF Jon Saunders (Gateway, PA); 6-3, 190 lbs.

Another potential 2-way player in the ‘27 class. Long lanky frame. Spotted FB well down in the zone w/ ASR. Advanced feel for BB. Through CB backdoor for strikes.

FB: 85MPH
CB: 68MPH#PreseasonID | @JonnySaunders23 https://t.co/tVb3OtMv3u pic.twitter.com/EDr4P5x1JK

— Charlie Spano (@CSPANO4) February 18, 2024

Jackson Maddix LHP / 1B / Bishop Canevin, PA / 2027

Already on the radar, gave scouts a reminder of his next level 2-way potential. Had a 90mph OF velocity and easy barrel turn with the bat. The LHP also jumped on the hill and showed off his nasty 3-pitch mix. FB up 84mph with more in the tank.

2027 LHP/1B Jackson Maddix (Bishop Canevin, PA); 6-0, 170 lbs.⁰⁰The #JFG alum showed a consistent approach with a repeatable swing. Open stance with a high leg kick, in rhythm and on time.⁰Exit Velo: 90mph⁰#PreseasonID @maddix_jackson pic.twitter.com/z4oUQyGZLl

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 17, 2024

Hunter Krahe RHP / 3B / Mercyhurst Prep, PA / 2026

Not sure anyone enjoys playing the game more. High energy and strong work ethic. Continues to improve and has legit 2-way potential at the next level. High leg kick, powerful extension through contact (EV-97mph). Will get outs on the mound. Uses different slots to keep hitters off balanced. FB up to 84mph with ASR.

‘26 RHP/3B Hunter Krahe (Mercyhurst Prep) put together one of the better rounds of the day using a controlled leg hang to create barrel whip. Primary pitcher registered a top exit velo of 97mph.#PreseasonID pic.twitter.com/zIwjNlLxbe

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 18, 2024

Andrew Cross SS / 2B / Moon Area, PA / 2026

Nobody improved his stock more this week. Opened some eyes during BP with how the ball exploded off his bat (EV-97mph). Can really flash the leather as well. Showed good range and a strong arm from deep in the hole.  

‘26 SS Andrew Cross (Moon Area) just got the college coaches in attendance buzzing. 5’11”, 180-lb SO looks the part & didn’t disappoint. Drove baseballs to the back of the facility from first pitch with a top exit of 97mph.#PreseasonID pic.twitter.com/5INmNdRpEf

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 18, 2024

Jaidyn Rivera OF / RHP / The Haverford School, PA / 2026

The number 1 OF in the 2026 class did not disappoint. He keeps improving and is poised for a big sophomore season. 

‘26 OF Jaidyn Rivera (The Haverford School)

No. 1 sophomore OF in PA and #PBFG23 alum with a loud all-around showing. 6.71 time in the 60YD. Aggressive linear move in the swing w/ a peak EV of 98MPH and bat speeds up to 80.5 via @Blast_Bsbl. Topped 91 from the OF.⁰#PreseasonID pic.twitter.com/JojjxrR18z

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 18, 2024

Keller Bradley RHP / OF / Pennsbury, PA / 2026

Dominating performance on the mound. He is primed for the big stage and the celling is still high. Good command of 3-pitch mix. Ran FB up to 91mph. Going to be a tough arm to face this spring for opposing hitters.

We just wrapped up our #PreseasonID East Event in Bethlehem, PA. Ton of follow up content on the way….but first⬇️⬇️⬇️

2026 RHP/OF Keller Bradley (Pennsbury, PA); 6-5, 185 lbs. Long frame; low slot combo. FB changed lanes ?️

FB: 87-90, ? 91
CB: 74-76; ?
CH: 72-74; sink pic.twitter.com/jbUn7u8pCs

— Jared Carrier (@JC_NY_PA) February 17, 2024

Ryan Petruska LHP / OF / Nazareth Area, PA / 2026

Should have plenty of college coaches calling. Everyone is looking to add LHP's to their staff and Ryan is as good as it gets. Projectable frame, already runs FB up to 88mph. Tight spin SL and a hard sinking CH to complement.

Chase Ecker OF / OF / Malvern Prep, PA / 2025

Has all the tools and makeup of a next level CF. Blazing speed (60 time-6.56) and strong arm (OF velo-83mph). Showed juice in the bat (EV- 95mph) to be a top of the order type of hitter. 

Matthew Sharkey C / OF / Central Bucks East, PA / 2025

Impressive day. Strong athletic backstop (60 time-6.93). Showed power potential with EV up to 98mph. Will throw you out on the bases with a POP time of 2.03(C Velo- 78mph).

‘25 C/OF Matthew Sharkey (Central Bucks East)

Put together one of the more impressive rounds of the day here with an AVERAGE exit of 92.1MPH and peak of 98. Max distance 355ft w/ solid @Blast_Bsbl metrics all-around. Ran a 6.93 60YD, was 85 from the OF and 78 out of the crouch.… pic.twitter.com/v5scZI1yIm

— Prep Baseball Pennsylvania (@PBRPennsylvania) February 18, 2024