Landon King is a Team USA selection with elite contact skills, advanced baseball instincts, and strong shortstop defense, though modest power, occasional chasing, and arm strength warrant monitoring.
Texas Rangers: Josh Owens, SS/RHP
Josh Owens is a promising two-way Rangers prospect with athleticism, power, speed, and a deceptive 98-mph fastball, though both his hitting and pitching remain unpolished.
2027 MLB Draft: Jalen Bowman, OF, Malvern Prep (PA)
Jalen Bowman is an elite athlete with exceptional speed, contact skills, on-base ability, and center-field potential, though developing greater power and contact quality remains essential.
Seattle Mariners: Boston Smith, C
Boston Smith is a power-hitting Mariners catcher with patience and strong arm strength, but significant contact issues and below-average defense remain key developmental concerns.
2027 MLB Draft: Landon Mack, RHP, Tennessee
Tennessee right-hander Landon Mack features a 98-mph fastball, effective sinker, developing curveball, and strong strikeout potential as he pursues a Friday role.
Los Angeles Angels: Talon Haley, LHP
Left-hander Talon Haley projects as a potential mid-rotation starter, featuring a low-90s fastball, plus curveball, promising changeup, and significant injury concerns.
2027 MLB Draft: Taylor Dodd, OF, Casteel (AZ)
Taylor Dodd, a 5'10" outfielder from Casteel (AZ), excels in speed and defense, with a reliable bat for contact, though power is minimal.
Houston Astros: Cole Herzler, RHP
Cole Hertzler is a durable right-hander projected as a back-end starter, featuring a lively fastball, excellent changeup, four-pitch mix, and developing command.
2027 MLB Draft: Zach Edwards, RHP, Florida
Zach Edwards, a 6'2", 230 lbs right-handed pitcher from Oregon State, excels with a powerful fastball and slider, projecting mainly as a bullpen reliever.
Athletics: Zane Taylor, RHP
Right-hander Zane Taylor profiles as a fast-moving bullpen prospect, featuring excellent command, a 93–95 mph fastball, effective cutter and changeup, and a deep pitch mix.