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ORANGE, CALIF - On Tuesday, June 2nd, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Inland Empire Summer ID at Hart Park in Orange, Cal. This was an open event for all high school classes (2026-2030), and gave our staff an ample look at the area's top prospects.

Nearly 20 players made their way to Orange and participated in a pro-style workout, gathering unrivaled access to data through our state-of-the-art tech partners, as well as in-depth scouting analysis from our Prep Baseball California staff.

Today, we will look at the standout performers from the 2026 Inland Empire Summer ID, listed below.

Kai Huff C / SS / Army & Navy Academy, CA / 2028 Huff delivered one of the stronger offensive performances of the event, showcasing a mature right-handed swing and consistent impact throughout his batting practice round. The 2028 catcher from Army & Navy Academy posted a 95.5 mph max exit velocity with a peak distance of 354 feet while recording both a 55% hard-hit rate and 55% sweet-spot percentage. His quick hands stood out, generating 20.3 mph hand speed and allowing him to repeatedly get the barrel to pitches on the inner half of the plate. Nearly all of his hardest contact came on pitches located up and in, highlighting both his bat speed and ability to turn on velocity. Behind the plate, Huff recorded pop times ranging from 2.11-2.19 with throws reaching 71 mph, while also showing versatility with 78 mph arm strength across the infield. He ran a 7.18-second 60-yard dash, solid athleticism for a catcher, and continues to show traits that fit the position well. With additional physical development still ahead, Huff possesses an intriguing blend of offensive upside and defensive value behind the dish.

Vincent Johns LHP / LHP / Centennial High, CA / 2028 Johns was one of the more intriguing underclass arms in attendance, showing a projectable left-handed profile and a four-pitch mix that should continue to develop as he matures physically. The Centennial High School product worked with a fastball, curveball, slider, and changeup combination, with the slider standing out as his best offering of the day. The slider showed quality glove-side movement with depth and the ability to work off his fastball effectively. As a whole, Johns demonstrated solid feel for his arsenal, but the slider was the pitch that consistently caught attention throughout his outing. He also ran his fastball up to 79.7 mph, a notable mark for a 2028 left-hander with plenty of physical development still ahead. Standing at 6-foot, 158 pounds, Johns possesses a lean, projectable frame with room to continue adding strength. As that physical development comes, there is reason to believe additional velocity could follow. While the current profile may project more toward a relief role, the combination of a quality breaking ball, present velocity, and future projection gives him a chance to continue developing into a starter profile. Overall, it was another encouraging look at a young left-hander with upside.

Tyler Knox SS / RHP / Bishop Alemany, CA / 2029 Knox was one of the more intriguing underclassmen to emerge from the Inland Empire Summer ID, showing an athletic foundation and plenty of room for future development. The 2029 shortstop from Bishop Alemany immediately grabbed attention with his speed, opening the day with a 7.00-second 60 before improving to a 6.96 on his second attempt. The athleticism translated defensively, where he worked comfortably on the dirt with smooth actions, controlled footwork, and a clean approach to the baseball. He also showed solid arm strength for his age, reaching 78 mph across the diamond. At the plate, Knox posted a 93.4 mph max exit velocity with a peak distance of 331 feet while producing a 62% sweet-spot rate during batting practice. At 5-foot-8 with a lean frame, there is considerable physical projection remaining, and the combination of speed, defensive ability, and present athleticism makes him a player worth monitoring closely as he continues to mature. The power output should continue to improve with added strength, but the foundation of a well-rounded middle-infield profile is already in place.

Isaiah Seawright RHP / OF / Damien, CA / 2028 Seawright was one of the more intriguing arms at the event, showing a three-pitch mix and a projectable starter profile. The Damien High School product worked with a fastball, changeup, and slider repertoire, with the fastball showing some life through the zone. While the changeup remains a pitch that can continue to develop, particularly from a control standpoint, the slider was the clear standout offering of the day. The slider showed sharp late glove-side break with depth and occasional downward action. He threw the pitch at 74-75 mph while producing an impressive 2,582 RPM spin rate, making it one of the better breaking balls seen throughout the event. Seawright showed strong feel in the offering and demonstrated the ability to land it around the zone. Standing at 6-foot, 193 pounds with additional room for physical development, Seawright possesses the traits of a projectable starter. If he continues refining the changeup while adding velocity to an already intriguing arsenal, there is plenty to like about the long-term outlook heading into his junior season.

Parker Wilson C / OF / San Marino, CA / 2027 Wilson was one of the top overall performers at the event and continued to show why he's one of the more intriguing catcher profiles in the 2027 class. Behind the plate, he recorded the fastest pop times of the day at 1.95-2.11 while reaching 76 mph on throws to second base. The operation is smooth from start to finish, with quick reactions, efficient footwork, and a fast release that allows him to consistently get rid of the baseball. He also stands out as one of the more athletic movers behind the dish, which was further reflected in his 6.79-second 60-yard dash. The offensive tools were just as impressive. Wilson posted a 99.4 mph max exit velocity, the second-highest mark of the event, while driving balls up to 367 feet during batting practice. The swing is mature, with a strong upper-half turn and the ability to generate quality power through his lower half. The bat continues to look like a real weapon, and the combination of offensive production, athleticism, and defensive ability gives him one of the more complete catcher profiles in attendance. As he heads into his senior season, Wilson looks poised to continue turning heads.

Grant Thomas 1B / RHP / Rancho Cucamonga High, CA / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 238 / POS: 14 Thomas put together one of the loudest batting practice rounds of the event, showcasing the strength and power that have helped establish him as one of the top first basemen in California's 2027 class. The Rancho Cucamonga product posted the highest exit velocity of the day at 100.0 mph while driving balls up to 381 feet and producing an impressive 67% sweet-spot rate. At 6-foot-1, 217 pounds, Thomas knows how to use his strength at the plate, consistently producing hard contact throughout his round. The BP session featured a steady mix of hard-hit line drives, deep fly balls, and multiple balls driven to the fence, making him one of the more noticeable offensive performers in attendance. The power profile is evident, and the bat continues to be the carrying tool within his overall game. Defensively, Thomas showed solid arm strength from the first base position, reaching 84 mph across the diamond. While the offensive tools remain the headline, the overall performance reinforced the value of his power-hitting profile. As he heads into his senior season, Thomas remains a player capable of impacting a game with one swing of the bat.

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