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High School  | General | 4/30/2026

High School Notebook: April 30

Tyler Henninger
Jordan Gates
Scott Rankin
Photo: Ryan Harwood (Perfect Game)

OF Ryan Harwood, Casteel (Ariz). 

Harwood is one of the premier draft names in the state and showed why in the regular season finale. The Texas A&M commit collected a pair of hits and also threw a runner out at home from left field. Harwood possesses impressive physicality that can produce big impact at the plate. The profile has middle of the order upside. Defensively, Harwood profiles best for a corner outfield spot long term. The arm strength may allow him to slide over to right field, as he can produce strong on-line carry. Harwood showed off that arm strength on the mound, where he threw the last inning and ran the heater up to 91 mph.



IF Jordan Ransom, Queen Creek (Ariz.)

Ransom has some of the biggest draft helium in the state this spring. The infielder features a lanky, athletic frame with some strength present but plenty room to add more. He shows a rhythmic swing from the left side. There is intent behind the barrel that allows him to turn it well. Ransom can get extended and drive balls with authority middle to pullside. The power has taken a step forward this spring and should only continue to do so down the line. Ransom profile best for second base at the next level. 


IF Ryne Barker, Casteel (Ariz.)

Barker is another name that has generated serious steam up draft boards this spring. The Texas Tech commit features a lanky, projectable 6-foot-2, 175-pound frame with room to add. He shows an advanced hit tool from the left side of the dish. Barker utilizes a short, compact path that results in supreme bat to ball skills. He rarely whiffs and can spray balls all over the yard. There is some power that plays to the pullside that will continue to develop. Barker is older for the class, but the skillset and consistent performance should draw considerable interest from teams come July. 
 
LHP Brody Cox, Queen Creek (Ariz.)

Cox came out of the pen and was dominant across 2 1/3 shutout frames. The left-hander did not allow a base runner and recorded three strikeouts along the way. Cox throws from a tough 3/4 slot that can be tough on hitters. The fastball worked 89-92 mph. High spin and riding action allows it to be successful at the top for the zone. The pitch was consistently located to both sides of the plate. Cox paired the heater with a big two-plane breaking ball at 72-74 mph that has some depth. The Campbell commit has tons of upside with room to develop an already quality pitch mix. 

OF Diego Armenta, Queen Creek (Ariz.)

Armenta got things started with a deep solo home run to the pullside and followed it with a base hit later on. The Arizona Western commit features a strong, lean 6-foot-1, 180-pound frame. A simple operation in the box stays balanced throughout swings. Armenta creates good leverage with the barrel, allowing him to drive balls well to the pullside. The power can show up in-game already and will only continue to develop down the line. 

-Tyler Henninger


Carter Shouse, 2028, LHP/OF, Bishop Fenwick (OH) Got the start in a highly toughed pitching matchup in GCL- Co Ed action vs Archbishop McNicholas. As the #4 nationally ranked player, Shouse went five innings and struck out nine batters. The command was solid, but did manage to give up four hits, three walks and two earned runs. The fastball peaked at 92 mph, where he was settled in at 88-91mph. The velocity held throughout until around the fourth inning where he was still topping out at 90 mph. There is some effort at release from a three-quarters slot, but the arm talent is premium and surely stands out. Displayed 2-7 shape on a tight breaking ball, as well as a sharp slider both ranging between 78-80 mph. He did go to a changeup that showed nice depth in the low 80s. Shouse has a bit of deception where he tunneled all pitches off one another with ample recoil. Replicates the release and does a great job of selling it with his secondaries. As we have seen the progressions over the last couple of years from the former PG Select Fest alum, he continues to progress and get better each time out. 


Nathan Kramer, 2027, RHP, Archbishop McNicholas (OH) Opposed Carter Shouse in this early season matchup. This was my second time getting a look at Kramer, the University of Cincinnati commit. As the first time was on opening day of the Ohio season, this start came about two weeks later. One outing was in sub 40 temperatures and this one had about a thirty-degree difference. As good as Kramer was in the first start, this start was dominant. He went complete game shutout in seven innings, only walked one and managed two hits, but struck out a whopping 17 batters. His fastball was firm this time out opening 90-92, topping 93 mph, and still up to 91 mph in the fifth inning. Kramer’s breaking ball looked better and was able to spin it for strikes at 71-74 mph. He didn’t need much outside these two pitches as he was dialed in. What stood out even more was just how efficient he was, managing 22 swing and misses at 73% strikes. 
 

Aiden Smith, 2026, RHP, Shelbyville (IN) This start started off rather interesting. Smith toed the rubber, threw to a couple batters and then we found ourselves in about an hour lightning delay. After the delay, he came out and went four innings, striking out 7, allowing two hits & three walks, while on the look for one unearned run. His fastball topped 94 mph, while holding 90-92/93 mph. His cutter worked 87-88 mph, slider at 79-81 mph, and spun a big sweeper at 75-76 mph. The Kentucky commit is a draft hopeful this summer and seeing this look, there’s still more to come within the arsenal. At 6-foot-4, 190-lbs there’s still plenty of room to fill out but the makings are there. He felt comfortable utilizing his cutter and two breaking balls to each side of the plate. Showed some competitiveness on the mound in this big matchup, despite the shortened start that athleticism really plays in his operation.  


Mason Meyer, 2027, OF, Mt. Vernon (IN) The Arizona State commit is super toolsy and shows his athleticism each time out, whether at the plate or in the outfield. Only managed one hit and walk in this look. But it became apparent, his impact on the base path when he does reach base. The pure hit-tool is easily one of the best in the ’27 Indiana class and even one of the best in the state regardless of class. Meyer is a three-sport athlete, while also playing basketball and football. 


Sean Dunlap, 2026, C, Crown Point (IN) The Tennessee commit checks in as the #39 ranked prospect in the country. One of the top prep catchers impressed in my lone look. In a highly anticipated matchup between northern Indiana powers, Dunalp finished 1-3 with a towering 2-run homer that towered into the night sky. Dunlap is athletic and the size and strength really work together at 6-foot-3, 205 lbs. He finds himself high on draft boards currently and at this rate, is a Day 1 hopeful. He has found himself off to a sizzling start hitting above .500 on the year and will find himself with double-digit pumps when it is all said and done.  
 

Cayden Stockbridge, 206, RHP, Penn (IN) Got the start in this playoff-like atmosphere last Friday night against regional foe, Crown Point. The Purdue commit managed to keep a hot lineup tame for the most part and avoiding big innings. Stockbridge ended up going six innings, striking out six, and scattered hits and walks throughout but stayed the course through the traffic and damage. There was not going to be another pitcher start this game for Penn High School, as Stockbridge is the anchor and engine that makes this staff go. His fastball held at 88-91 for the course of the game and featured ride. It’s a clean arm action from a high three-quarters slot. The changeup worked in the low 80s, he did throw a curveball, but it was the slider that featured sweep in the low 80s that he was able to throw for strikes. The fastball and changeup combination was really his best recipe in this look.  


Mason Biernacki, 2028, CF, Penn (IN) In my Indiana travels, Biernacki was one of the players that I was just enamored with in three games I saw from him. It’s hard not to be impressed with the makeup and tools that he possesses. The two-sport athlete who also shines on the gridiron, is super twitchy and locks down on the defensive side in centerfield. Batting out of the lead-off spot, he is truly a spark plug. And at times, this offense will go, as he goes. Some pressure for a Sophomore, but Biernacki takes the joy in being the guy. He is currently a top 10 player in the ’28 Indiana class and he will continue to improve and progress as his ceiling is nowhere close to being achieved. Consistent quality at-bats, works the counts, and the swing really plays on plane. It’s an accurate barrel w/ controlled violence. He picked up a 3-out save in Game 1 and saw his fastball up to 88 mph as well. One of my favorite looks in the ’28 class so far.  


Dylan Bowen, 2026, SS, Hanover Central (IN) The game looks pretty slowed down for the Oklahoma State commit. He does not press whatsoever, and the game just looks easy out there. A calm presence out there, whether it’s at-bat or at shortstop, he stays within himself and controlled. On the defensive side, it was smooth and quick actions, making routine plays at a consistent rate. At the plate, it was a barrel after a barrel. He has the strength to open his swing and add more power to the future, as those singles become doubles and those doubles become homeruns. Nonetheless it was a fun look and another draft hopeful come the summer. 
 
-Jordan Gates
 

Johnny Bowes, RHP, Mission Bay (2027)

Bowes had a late start to the ’26 season due to the transfer rules, coming over to Mission Bay from Point Loma.  The first thing that stands out is the sheer size.  He features a 6-foot-6, 211-pound frame that’s sturdy, athletic, projectable and has room to add.  The right-hander went five innings in my look, only allowing two hits and punched out eight.  It’s a fluid, downhill operation with full extension working down the bump.  He throws out of a high three-quarter arm slot, staying longer in the back with a quick/live arm.  Fastball was up to 96 on the day and sat 91-93 with ride thru the zone.  He offers a full mix kit with his best offering being the slider that showed swing and miss two-plane break at 87/88.  The curveball is of the hammer variety and tunnels with the fastball.  Bowes is one of the more intriguing arms in Southern California with a high ceiling and is committed to USC.


Owen Oswald, OF/LHP, Mission Bay (2026)

Oswald is a true two-way threat both in the box and on the mound.  He stands at 6-foot-1, 175-pounds with an athletic frame and room to add.  He has a leg hover load, leaning over the plate, with a smooth left-handed stroke while swinging with intent. The senior has added noticeable strength from a season ago and connected on his 3rd home run of the season, a no-doubter over the wall in right-center.  The hit tool projects with more impact on the horizon.  He covers a ton of ground in centerfield with plenty of arm strength.  Oswald is an athletic mover on the mound with a quick arm and clean operation.  The fastball has been in the lower 90’s this season and he has recorded 32 Ks in 13.2 innings.  Real two-way possibilities for the University of Portland commit. 
 

Mateo Villanueva, RHP, Coronado (2026)

Villanueva features a sturdy, athletic frame at 6-foot-2, 200-pounds.  The right-hander took the ball against a loaded Cathedral Catholic lineup last week and held his own, despite defensive miscues behind him.  He has a long stride with a back shoulder dip before the ball comes out of a high three-quarter arm slot that stays long in the back.  The fastball was up to 92, sitting 88-90 and the velo held.  His slider showed two-plane break with 2500+ rpm and sat 75/76.  Curveball stays in the lower 70’s with 12-6 shape catching swing and miss.  He had the changeup working, showing deception out of the hand and tumble at 81-83.  The box score did not tell the full story on this outing as I walked away impressed with the even keel seniors performance.  Mateo will be joining San Diego State in the fall. 


Jose Partida, LHP/1B, Cathedral Catholic (2027)

Partida is a left-handed pitcher that features an athletic, projectable frame with room to add, standing at 6-foot-1, 180-pounds.  He had the full mix working in my look last week, going five innings, allowing no hits, no runs and struck out 9.   He is an up-tempo worker throwing out of a three-quarter arm slot with a slight crossfire.  The operation is balanced and repeats with the ability to locate the full blend in any count.  Fastball sat 88-90, topping out at 91 and held through the five-inning performance.  He throws a sweeping slider that is deceptive out of the hand at 79-81.  The Arizona State commit went to the changeup early and often, showing late tumble.  Partida holds a 1.44 era and a 5-0 record on the season.  No slouch with a bat in his hand, the junior is slashing .433/.514/.600 through 16 games with four extra-base hits. 

Kyle Plasman, C, Santa Fe Christian (2027)

Plasman’s performance behind the dish stood out during his two-hit performance (2-3, 2B) in my look.  He features a big, sturdy frame with strength throughout and showed quick feet, keeping everything in front.  He has a quick release that cut down a potential base stealer and added a back pick at second base that ended an inning in a tight game.  The Cal commit doesn’t get cheated at the plate, swinging with intent, showing all-field impact.  The junior is slashing .446/.508/.643 through 17 games with five doubles, two home runs and 13 runs driven in.  Big time power potential and I expect more to be unlocked over the next year and change.

Eurijah Schutza, INF/RHP, Granite Hills (2027)

Schutza has had a hot bat all spring for the 14-5 Eagles, and my look was no exception.  With a man on in the 1st inning the right-hander drove a ball over the wall to the back side for a 2-run shot, his 4th of the season.  He features a compact frame at 5-foot-11, 172-pounds with strength throughout.  It’s a simple approach with a short stride, stays on a level plane while swinging with intent.  The junior is slashing .438/.493/.703 with five doubles and the previously mentioned four home runs.  Schutza is a Swiss army knife on the defensive side with the ability to play anywhere on the infield and has been one of the teams most reliable pitchers.  He holds a 5-1 record with a 3.14 era in his nine appearances.  He is currently uncommitted.  

-Scott Rankin
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High School | General | 5/1/2026

Texas High School Notebook
Jay Vossler
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Perfect Game Staff
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Craig Cozart
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