The Prep Baseball Report Open I.D. Showcase at Elite Sports Complex in Oswego featured some high-level prospects on November 7. While there were several strong performances, the youngest player at the event, Nick Dalesandro, stole the show. The athletic eighth-grader from Plainfield showed to be an elite prospect in the nation, as he showed incredibly well in all facets of the game.

1. Nick Dalesandro, C/RHP, Drauden Point Junior High (Plainfield), 2015 ? If there?s a better eighth-grader in the country, we?d like to see him. The athletic 5-foot-11, 140-pounder showed to be a talent well beyond his age. To be clear, Dalesandro didn?t earn top prospect honors based on his immense projectability. Defensively, Dalesandro showcased remarkably quick feet and impressive arm strength, evidenced by his top pop time of 1.98. Offensively, the right-handed hitter displayed electric bat speed and a quick, explosive swing, which produced power well beyond his skinny frame. On the mound, Dalesandro continued to impress with a fastball that topped at 83 with arm side run, and a 66-68 mph slider. Dalesandro also ran a 7.3 60. No doubt you will be hearing about Dalesandro for many years to come.

1. Jake Roberts, C/INF/RHP, Plainfield South HS, 2012 ? This multi-talented prospect has impressive versatility on the field, showing equally well behind the plate and as a middle infielder. The 5-foot-11 Roberts displayed a strong arm wherever he plays. As a catcher, he showed quick feet and recorded an impressive pop time of 1.95. In the field, Roberts showed excellent hands and a strong, accurate arm (83 mph) across the diamond. Offensively, he displayed good rhythm and balance while showing some bat speed. On the mound, Roberts came from a high ? arm slot with a fastball that topped at 82 mph and a breaking ball with good depth.

1. Joey Cresta, RHP, Plainfield North HS, 2012 ? This 5-foot-11, 182-pound right-hander definitely made a strong impression with his 86-87 mph fastball that had late life. Cresta?s three-quarter slot and whippy arm action provided some funk to his motion and made it hard to pick up the baseball. He also flashed a tight breaking ball, which looks to be his out pitch, and a firm changeup with late sink.

1. Jake Schieber, 3B/OF, Wheaton North HS, 2012 ? The lean 5-foot-11, 175-pound athlete showed off his tools in the field and at the plate. Schieber displayed the strongest outfield arm at the showcase with throws coming in at 86 with accuracy and carry. Schieber also showcased well in the infield with good hands and athletic movements. At the plate the right-hand hitter showcased good bat speed and some pop while staying inside the baseball. Schieber also ran a 7.14 60.

1. Ian Maxeiner, C/RHP, Marian Central Catholic HS, 2012 ? The strong 6-foot-2, 185-pound right-hander impressed on the mound with a fastball registering at 83 mph with some late sink. His breaking ball displayed good depth and was consistently in the strike zone. Behind the plate Maxeiner also was solid, recording a pop time of 2.13. Offensively, he?s a physical presence in the box and showed power potential with excellent extension after contact.

1. Matthew Miller, INF/OF/ RHP, Oswego East HS, 2012 ? Miller moved well as an infielder and outfielder during the showcase. He further displayed his athletic ability by running an event-best 7.04 60. The solidly built 5-foot-11, 185-pound player also showcased a solid, accurate arm across the diamond and from the outfield (84 mph). At the plate, Miller exhibited good bat speed and stayed inside the baseball consistently. On the mound, Miller topped at 82 mph.

1. Adam Kishanov, RHP/SS, Oswego East HS, 2012 ? The long and lean 6-foot, 180-pound right-hander consistently threw strikes with all three pitches. Kishanov came from a high three-quarter slot with a fastball that topped at 82. He also had a good feel for his change and curveball with good depth and tight spin. Kishanov works down in the zone, and all three pitches he threw with confidence.

1. Tyler Schwerin, C/3B, Oswego HS, 2011 ? The strong-bodied 5-foot-10, 180-pound catcher recorded a pop time of 2.18 with quick feet and an accurate arm. At the plate, the right-hand hitter was one of the top hitters at the event, displaying a short, level stroke while staying balanced and showing pull power potential.

1. Omar Fernandez, C/RHP, West Aurora HS, 2011 ? An athletic catcher, Fernandez showed good feet, a quick transfer, and an accurate arm behind the plate. He threw consistent pop times of 2.14-2.20, all on the bag. Fernandez also displayed a short, quick swing at the plate, and ran a 7.12 60.

1. Evan Gallegos, 3B/RHP, Plainfield Central HS, 2011 ? The third baseman moved well laterally and displayed an accurate arm in the infield. At the plate, the 5-foot-10, 170-pounder showcased a level swing with some bat speed and ability to drive the ball with authority.

1. Kevin Tidaback, SS, Oswego East HS, 2011 ? The 6-foot, 150-pound shortstop showed good hands and an accurate arm. The right-handed hitting Tidaback also exhibited a level swing that consistently found the barrel as he sprayed line drives to all fields.

1. Geno Cabral, MIF, Aurora Central Catholic HS, 2011 ? The 5-foot-8, 155-pound middle infielder displayed fluid actions and soft hands in the field. At the plate, Cabral exhibited a short level stroke