author: Austin Legg
updated: 5:13pm 04/12/2023
The 2023 High School Classic was held on March 13th-15th at the USSSA Space Coast Complex in Viera, FL. This blog post serves to recognize my favorite uncommitted players I watched while scouting the event.
This is my "Top 5" from the 2023 High School Classic:
1. Dominic Donatucci ('24,FL) INF of Jensen Beach HS
6'3" 160lb build with twitch. Dom had a video game like performance against Barron Collier. He went 5-5 with a HR, 6 RBIs, and 4 runs of his own in the 18-10 win. The offensive catalyst is leading JBHS in average and OBP--.432 and .545 respectively--and has been a big part of their current 11 win run. No-doubt college prospect.
#Uncommitted ('24,FL) INF Dominic Donatucci @BaseballJBHS • 6'2" 162lbs. Caps off the 5-5 performance w/this π£ to CF; 2 angles hereπ₯. Crispy from SS where he also made big plays. Another big #TOPPS add; check him out on June 8th in WPB! #SpringClassic @PSBaseballinc pic.twitter.com/JOKuB0Djgw
— πΌπͺπ¨π©ππ£ ππππ, π½ππ, πΎππΎπ (@realaustinlegg) March 14, 2023
2. Cian Copeland ('24,FL) RHP/LHH of Jensen Beach HS
Like Donatucci, Copeland has been a big contributor to Jensen Beach winning this year. Cian had a stellar performance on the bump to kick off the HS Classic. Across 6 innings he managed a 2-hitter where he K'd 9 and held a stout Lake Nona lineup to zero. He also showed off the stick during the 3-day event; he went 5-8 with a HR, pair of RBIs, and 4 runs scored.
#Uncommitted ('24,FL) RHP/LHH Cian Copeland @BaseballJBHS • 6'4" 195lbs. No doubt about this π£ to the deep PS. True 2-way w/OVR twitch and all around feel for the game. Check him out at #TOPPS National π. #SpringClassic @PSBaseballinc pic.twitter.com/oSE7SM8oXs
— πΌπͺπ¨π©ππ£ ππππ, π½ππ, πΎππΎπ (@realaustinlegg) March 15, 2023
#uncommited LHH/IF Cian Copeland (‘24,FL)• High Energy 2 way guy , smokes 2 balls in the gap for doubles and then has 6ks on the mound. Smooth swing W/ Great approach and Barrel Awareness. FB up to 86 and has feel for the BB• #SpringClassic @BaseballJBHS @PSBaseballinc pic.twitter.com/KGoaR8CS5l
— Jaidon Jimenez (@jaidonjimenez25) March 14, 2023
3. Kort McLean ('24,FL) INF of Bishop Moore HS
Strong 6'2" 180lb frame. Hard nosed, not super flashy, and has the make-up of a college ready bat. Stepped up for a huge game at the plate in the tight win against Parrish County; 6 of 7 runs that came across for Bishop were a result of McLean's bat. He went 4-4 with 4 RBIs and 2 runs scored.
#Uncommitted ('24,FL) INF Kort McLean @BMC_Baseball • Have a night @KortMclean ! Split the PS gap in T8 to bring across the go ahead run. Went 4-4 on the game. Swing plays; check him out at #TOPPS National on June 8th. #SpringClassic @PSBaseballinc pic.twitter.com/hB03ihwwc2
— πΌπͺπ¨π©ππ£ ππππ, π½ππ, πΎππΎπ (@realaustinlegg) March 14, 2023
4. Danny Garcia ('26,ON) MIF of Bishop Moore HS
Danny was a standout bat at the HS Classic, especially due to the fact that he is a freshman. As he continues to mature and solidify himself as one of Bishop Moore's core bats, he will certainly be one for schools to keep eyes on.
#Uncommitted ('26,FL) Danny Garcia• The medium framed MIF has made some serious strides with his swing since August. A lot more physical and will only trend up from here. Solid bat follow from @BMC_Baseball. #SpringClassic @PSBaseballinc pic.twitter.com/vLil718ERD
— πΌπͺπ¨π©ππ£ ππππ, π½ππ, πΎππΎπ (@realaustinlegg) March 14, 2023
#Uncommitted ('26,FL) MIF Danny Garcia @BMC_Baseball • Big game last night from the Freshman; 3-4 2RBIs. Moved over the winning run in B8 to help @BMC_Baseball grab the W. Will be at #TOPPS National on June 8th. #SpringClassic @PSBaseballinc pic.twitter.com/EuAOEXJQNC
— πΌπͺπ¨π©ππ£ ππππ, π½ππ, πΎππΎπ (@realaustinlegg) March 15, 2023
5. Kai Lwin ('25,FL) OF of Bishop Moore HS
Kai Lwin is no stranger to the Prospect Select Scouting Dept., but this was my first time seeing a handful of at-bats from the sophomore. I can confirm that the swing is already there and will only get more powerful in time. Another very strong college follow from Bishop Moore.
#Uncommitted ('25,FL) OF/LHP Kai Lwin • Advanced stroke on the HS-So. w/bat speed and adjustability. Big offensive piece for @BMC_Baseball ; .474 AVG and .667 OBP through the first 8 GP. Approach w/intent is evident. #SpringClassic pic.twitter.com/H6A0hQgtVo
— πΌπͺπ¨π©ππ£ ππππ, π½ππ, πΎππΎπ (@realaustinlegg) March 13, 2023
