Alabama Fall Watchlist: Vol. IX
October 16, 2026
Prep Baseball Alabama Staff
ALABAMA - With the summer circuit in the rearview mirror and the fall season beginning to take shape, our staff continues to take a closer look at prospects across the state who warrant continued attention over the coming months. Throughout the fall, this series will highlight players from multiple graduating classes who have stood out through our evaluations and remain intriguing follows as development continues.
The Fall Watchlist is not intended to serve as a rankings update, but rather an opportunity to spotlight players who have caught our attention through their performance, tools, projection, or continued development. Some have already established themselves as known names within their respective classes, while others continue to trend upward and could see their stock rise with another strong fall.
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Below, we take a look at another group of prospects from Alabama's 2027-2030 classes who remain firmly on our radar heading into the fall.
Uncommitted Seniors 🔍
With the fall season underway, the 2027 class remains a priority on the recruiting trail. With the Senior Future Games recently concluding, this section will also provide an opportunity to highlight additional uncommitted seniors throughout the class who warrant attention from college programs. While Senior Future Games participants will certainly be featured throughout the series, the goal is to continue expanding the follow list and bringing attention to more uncommitted prospects across the state.
Vincent saw his stock rise considerably throughout 2026 following a strong year that helped establish him as a prospect to follow in the senior class. The 5-foot-10, 176-pound third baseman features a wider stance with a simple load that allows him to consistently get into a strong position to hit. There's noticeable bat speed and strength through contact, producing firm contact with the ability to drive the baseball from gap to gap. His offensive impact is backed by a 95.6 mph max exit velocity, while a 6.89-second 60-yard dash adds another quality tool to his overall profile. Vincent's combination of offensive production, present strength, and athleticism has made him an increasingly interesting prospect in the 2027 class.
Mann's compact left-handed swing features quality bat speed and a well-connected operation that allows him to consistently generate firm contact. Working from a strong 5-foot-9, 188-pound frame, he utilizes a quiet load with minimal wasted movement, staying connected throughout his turns while maintaining a short, efficient path to the baseball. There's good strength behind the barrel, evidenced by a 95.0 mph max exit velocity, with the ability to impact the baseball without sacrificing swing efficiency. His athleticism also shows in a 6.92-second 60-yard dash, adding another dimension to a solid offensive profile.
Davis possesses a versatile skill set with athletic traits that translate well across multiple defensive positions. At 5-foot-9, 170 pounds, he features an athletic build with clean, coordinated actions and the ability to handle responsibilities on both the dirt and in the outfield. His arm strength is a notable asset, recording 86 mph across the infield and 88 mph from the outfield, giving him flexibility defensively. At the plate, Davis employs a line-drive-oriented approach with the ability to generate firm contact, reaching a 97.1 mph max exit velocity. He's also recorded a 7.14-second 60-yard dash.
Crisler has been a contributor for Hartselle over the past couple of seasons and appears poised to take on an expanded role next spring for the defending Class 6A state champions. The 5-foot-8, 166-pound infielder features an athletic, repeatable swing with good barrel control and the ability to stay connected throughout his operation. His clean actions and sound fundamentals carry over defensively, where he shows a natural feel for the infield. Crisler has recorded a 93.8 mph max exit velocity and a 6.99-second 60-yard dash, further supporting his well-rounded skill set. With valuable varsity experience already under his belt, Crisler should have an opportunity to become an even more significant piece of Hartselle's lineup during his senior campaign.
2028's To Follow 📈
Alabama's 2028 class has entered an important stage in the recruiting process, and there remains plenty of talent to follow throughout the state. With the Future Games recently concluding, this section will also provide an opportunity to highlight additional prospects throughout the class who warrant attention heading into the fall. While Future Games participants will certainly be featured throughout the series, the goal is to continue expanding the follow list and bringing attention to players across the state.
Channell's development on the mound has taken a notable step forward recently, adding another dimension to a profile that has been largely driven by his offensive ability over the past couple of years. The physical 6-foot, 200-pound two-way prospect works from a loose, high three-quarter arm slot and has seen his fastball climb into the mid-80s, reaching 87 mph. The recent velocity gains have made his left-handed arm increasingly intriguing, particularly with his present strength and physicality. Offensively, Channell has the ability to drive the baseball with authority and produce legitimate power from the first base position. He'll be an interesting prospect to evaluate at this weekend's Alabama Fall Games, especially with the recent progress he's made on the mound.
Odom played a significant role in Ariton's run to the Class 2A state championship last spring, emerging as a key contributor despite being one of the few underclassmen in the lineup. A high-level athlete with a strong, athletic 5-foot-11, 170-pound frame, he possesses an appealing combination of physical tools and offensive ability. There's quality feel for the barrel with the ability to generate firm contact, having recorded a 98.0 mph max exit velocity. His athleticism is another notable part of the profile, with a 7.11-second 60-yard dash and the physical traits to continue developing in the outfield. Already possessing valuable experience in a championship environment, Odom has established himself as an intriguing prospect in Alabama's 2028 class.
Moore was one of the top contributors for Class 2A runner-up Mars Hill Bible during his sophomore campaign last spring and will enter 2027 as a name to follow. The 5-foot-7, 160-pound shortstop has established himself as a quality in-game performer with natural feel for the barrel and a consistent line-drive approach. He regularly finds the barrel and produces firm contact with a swing that has generated a 94.7 mph max exit velocity. His competitive approach and gamer traits have been evident in live competition, making him a notable prospect to follow in the 2028 class.
Knight is a projectable young left-hander with an athletic delivery and quick arm from a three-quarter slot. At 5-foot-11, 168 pounds, he has plenty of room for continued physical development and additional velocity gains. His fastball currently works at 83-85 mph and has reached 86 mph. He complements it with a 72-75 mph curveball and a 76-77 mph changeup. Knight presently shows more control than command, but the athleticism and arm speed provide a promising foundation. There's reason to believe his overall stuff will continue to improve as he adds strength and matures physically.
Underclass Names to Know 🌟
The younger classes across Alabama continue to take shape, with plenty of talent already beginning to emerge from the 2029 and 2030 groups. Evaluations at this stage lean heavily on present tools, athleticism, baseball ability, and long-term projection as these players continue to develop physically. This section will highlight some of the younger prospects who have already caught our staff's attention and are worth knowing early.
Wright put together a strong showing at the Southeast Super Sophomore Games and continues to display impressive offensive tools for his class. The 5-foot-8, 186-pound first baseman has a strong, compact frame with noticeable explosiveness through contact. His swing features a rhythmic operation with a simple load and quick barrel that works with good intent through the zone. Wright does a quality job of syncing up his movements and maintaining connection throughout the swing, allowing his strength to translate into impactful contact.
Burkes continues to establish himself as one of the more advanced defensive catchers in Alabama's 2029 class. He already handled responsibilities behind the plate for a powerhouse Central-Phenix City program as a freshman and shows polish beyond his years. The 5-foot-10, 157-pound backstop receives with an advanced feel for stealing strikes and displays quality blocking and catch-and-throw skills. His throws were consistently accurate during the workout with pop times ranging from 1.94-2.00 seconds and a 76 mph catcher velocity. The offensive side has also continued to progress. Burkes collected multiple hits during game action, including a pair of doubles. His defensive ability remains the carrying tool, while the continued improvement at the plate adds to his overall upside.
Brenner has been an impressive young performer over the past few months with a loaded Birmingham Stars squad at River Run Park. His offensive ability was also evident during an event this past summer, where he consistently found the barrel throughout his round and recorded an 89.2 mph max exit velocity. At 5-foot-7, 161 pounds, Brenner works from an upright stance with an early stride and simple, repeatable swing. The barrel works on a linear path through contact with good intent to drive the baseball to the pull side. His consistent barrel accuracy and ability to repeat his swing are encouraging traits for the young backstop.
Berry has an intriguing offensive foundation with a fluid, athletic swing and the potential to develop more impact as he matures. His easy movements and natural athleticism stand out at the plate, where there's already some ability to drive the baseball with authority. Berry has recorded an 88.5 mph max exit velocity and a 7.04-second 60-yard dash. The combination of present athleticism and projectable offensive tools makes him an interesting young outfielder to follow in Alabama's 2030 class.
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