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Class of 2028 Rankings: VA/DC Surge with New Stars

9/18/2025

Summary

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The Class of 2028 baseball rankings now feature 75 players from Virginia/DC and 50 from Missouri.
Newcomers Brady Card (VA) and Cade Cantrell (MO) have made notable ranking improvements.
Keelan Zumwalt retains the top spot in Missouri, while Jon Calcaterra rises to No. 8 due to his power and pitching.
Virginia/DC rankings will expand to 225 players, updated biannually.
Updates are based on performances from summer events like the Prep Baseball Future Games.

History

Historical Context

In 2000, USA Baseball launched the National Team Identification Series to discover young talent, identifying over 1,000 players, including future MLB stars. This initiative reflects a broader trend in youth development, particularly in states like Virginia and Missouri, where 125 players are currently recognized, influencing recruitment and player development strategies across the nation.

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Story summary

The Class of 2028 baseball rankings now feature 75 players from Virginia/DC and 50 from Missouri.
Newcomers Brady Card (VA) and Cade Cantrell (MO) have made notable ranking improvements.
Keelan Zumwalt retains the top spot in Missouri, while Jon Calcaterra rises to No. 8 due to his power and pitching.
Virginia/DC rankings will expand to 225 players, updated biannually.
Updates are based on performances from summer events like the Prep Baseball Future Games.

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