Episode 166: Spring Standouts & The Best Pitcher Since Paul Skenes?

February 27
1h 5m

Episode Description

Ben and Carlos talk about a few pitchers who have them excited from early spring training outings, then get into one of the most exciting pitching prospects in the country, Oregon State righthander Dax Whitney. The two talk about whether or not he’s the best pitching prospect since Paul Skenes, and then kickstart a conversation about the top prospects from each of the next two draft classes, headlined by some players to know from our recently released 2028 high school rankings. 

Time Stamps:

  • (0:00) Intro
  • (4:00) Bishop Letson
  • (12:30) Carlos Lagrange
  • (19:10) Dax Whitney
  • (31:00) Dax Whitney vs. Brendan Lawson
  • (37:00) 2028 high school rankings
  • (39:00) Why Striker Pence is No. 1
  • (47:00) Other names to know at the top of the 2028 class


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