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ORANGE, CALIF - On Tuesday, June 9th, the Prep Baseball California team hosted the Orange County Summer ID at Hart Park in Orange, Cal. This was an open event for all high school classes (2026-2030) and gave our staff ample insight into the area's top prospects.

Over 50 players made their way to Orange, CA. They 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 Orange County Summer ID, listed below.

Nate Godbold SS / 3B / Mt. Carmel High, CA / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 4 / POS: 3 OverallRank: 25 / POS: 10 By now, everyone should know the name Nate Godbold. The 6'1", 190 lb switch-hitting shortstop brings a dream projection with the kind of easy, natural power. He doesn't look like he's doing much, but the ball jumps off his bat; he put up a 96.2 mph max exit velocity and a 368-foot max batted distance while staying in control of himself throughout the workout. He looks noticeably better from the left side, where the power plays up loud, and he works to all quadrants with a clean, simple swing. Defensively, there's room to grow. He's comfortable with his feet and moves around well at short, but the hands and transfer are areas that can improve. The offensive ability is the best tool here, and it's a big one. Between the easy power and the projectable frame, Godbold is a prospect that has lived up to the #10 overall SS in the ’28 class.

Matthew Herrera 1B / 3B / Corona, CA / 2027 Matthew Herrera saved the loudest moment of the event for himself. The 1B/3B out of Corona put on a BP display that had everyone around the cage stopping to watch: consistent barrels to right field, easy pull-side power, and an effortless quality to the swing that made the numbers feel almost understated. He posted a 105+ mph max exit velocity, a 97.8 mph average, a 375-foot max distance, and an 80% sweet spot rate. The swing is aggressive and built around hip rotation that fires quickly, with fast hands through the zone to match. For a class of 2027 kid at his size, the raw power here is as good as it gets. What added to the impression was how he looked on the dirt. Herrera spent the event at shortstop, and the lateral quickness and overall actions he showed were well above what you'd expect for his frame. The projection is clearly at third base, and that profile fits him well, but the athleticism he flashed made the defensive side a positive rather than a footnote. Herrera is one of the more complete profiles to come out of this event and a name that should be generating real buzz based on the BP session alone in the 2027 class.

David Hernandez SS / 2B / St. Augustine High School, CA / 2027 David Hernandez brought a consistent, professional approach to his day that left a strong impression. The 5'11", 181 lb middle infielder from St. Augustine High School is all about barrel control. Constant line drives made consistent contact to all quadrants, posting a 95.6 mph max exit velocity, 87.4 mph average, and a 335-foot max distance. The hit tool is the carrying skill here, and the feel for the barrel is evident on every swing. The arm defensively is a real weapon and arguably the most underrated part of the profile. He measured 83 mph across the diamond from the middle infield and stepped into right field at one point and touched 85 mph to the plate, one of the stronger reads of the day from any position. That versatility is worth noting, because while shortstop is the natural home, the arm and overall feel for the game would translate well to an outfield profile if needed. Hernandez is coming off a strong showing and is set up to make an impact heading into his next season for St. Augustine. A well-rounded INF that shows projection as a rising senior in his class.

Angel Rey Lopez RHP / OF / Warren High, CA / 2029 Angel Rey Lopez is a name to bookmark for the long term. The 5'11", 150 lb right-hander from the class of 2029 is a projectable freshman with a frame that's clearly going to fill out significantly over time, and the early indicators on the mound are encouraging. Lopez works a FB/CB/SL mix, with the slider topping at 70 mph and the curveball sitting 67-68 mph, and when you look at the shape and spin on both breaking balls, you can already see the projection in the pitch quality. The fastball currently sits around 79 mph, and with more reps and physical development, that's a number that figures to climb in a hurry. Command is the main area to sharpen at this stage; he posted a 37% zone percentage on the fastball, but that's a very normal development point for a RHP this young. What stands out most is how comfortable and athletic he looks on the mound. For a freshman, the feel for his craft is ahead of schedule, and the raw ingredients are there to build something real. As he continues to physically mature and stack reps, Lopez has the kind of projection that could have him moving up boards quickly. One to keep tabs on.

Matthew Inzunza C / SS / JSerra Catholic, CA / 2030 Matthew Inzunza might be the most intriguing name from the entire event given the context. The incoming freshman and class of 2030 prospect out of JSerra Catholic did enough to make you forget how young he actually is; in fact, I figured he could have easily passed for a 2029 based on the reps he was taking. The swing is already mature beyond his age. He keeps the front shoulder closed, stays disciplined through the lower half, and consistently finds the barrel out to left-center. He posted a 90 mph max exit velocity and a 331-foot max distance, numbers that are genuinely impressive for an incoming freshman, and the projection suggests easy power is coming with more physical development. Behind the plate, Inzunza checked in with a 2.08-second pop time, which was the 2nd highest of the day, and a 74 mph arm behind the dish, showing he's already developing the receiving and transfer skills that will draw attention as he grows into his body. He ran a 7.10 60-yard dash as well, showing athletic traits as a backstop. For a kid heading into his first year of high school, the comfort level and polish across all facets were encouraging. If this is the baseline, the ceiling is wide open.

Joseph (JD) Nelson OF / 3B / Murrieta Mesa High, CA / 2027 JD Nelson had one of the loudest BPs of the event. The 5’10”, 191 lb left-handed hitting outfielder from Murrieta Mesa posted a 101.2 mph max exit velocity and a 361-foot max distance, putting up numbers that are hard to ignore regardless of class or context. He sprays the ball to all quadrants, and the upper half of the swing is the generator for his power, showing clean, refined mechanics without ever looking like it gets away from him. The aggressive approach is genuine, but it's controlled aggression, and the hard-hit numbers back that up. In the outfield, Nelson checked in with an 86 mph arm from right field to the plate, one of the quicker reads of the day from that position. Heading into his senior year as a top-of-the-order bat, he's got the profile of an OF ready to make a big impact at the high school level and beyond. The raw power is real, and the swing to generate it is already in a good place.

Mason Park SS / 2B / Fullerton Union High, CA / 2027 Rankings  StateRank: 59 / POS: 13 Park is as complete a two-way prospect as you'll find in this class. The shortstop checks all the physical boxes, prototypical frame, muscle definition, projection, and backs it up on both sides of the ball. During BP, the approach is what jumps out. He's efficient, never wasteful, going with the pitch and working the whole field with consistent line drives. The 96.2 max EV and 87.6 average aren't the loudest numbers in the group, but they're backed by a feel for the barrel. Defensively, he was the most mature fielder of the bunch. 86 mph arm, smooth transfer, clean footwork that can make plays on all levels. On the mound, he worked a 83 mph FB with arm-side run and a CB that has late break and solid command, while also working a SPL that flashed late dive. Across the board, Park just knows how to play and looks very comfortable no matter the position.

Landon Scott SS / 2B / Temecula Valley, CA / 2027 Landon Scott is the kind of prospect that commands attention the moment he steps in the box. The 6’1”, 185 lb upcoming senior and middle infielder brings a projectable frame that already produces at a high level, and the combination of size and athleticism is eye-opening. He ran a 6.83 60-yard dash that's impressive for anyone, let alone a kid his size. The BP was the highlight. Scott posted a 97.6 mph max exit velocity, was consistently in the upper 90s, and sent a ball 374 feet out of the park. What stood out most wasn't just the numbers but how effortless it looked, pure power on repeat. He's got a strong upper half and uses it well, generating impact without looking like he's overworking the swing. Defensively, his 86 mph arm across the diamond checked in as one of the highest readings of the event. He moves well for his size, and with the projection still left on this frame, the ceiling here is genuinely exciting. If he continues to add physically and refines the game, Scott can really turn heads walking into his senior year.

Joel Vargas OF / RHP / Eastlake, CA / 2028 Rankings  StateRank: 10 / POS: 3 OverallRank: 55 / POS: 15 You're not going to walk up to Vargas and immediately think power hitter; however, the 5'9", 153 lbs, compact frame says otherwise. He posted a 98.1 mph max exit velocity and a 357-foot max batted distance, backed by a 77% sweet spot rate that shows he's not just selling out for power. He's squaring the ball up consistently. What stands out most is the swing itself. It's aggressive, genuinely one of the more aggressive swings in the group, but it never gets out of control. He gets the front foot down early, times it well, and lets the hands work through the zone with elite rotational acceleration. The bat is loud, and the production backs it up regardless of what the frame might suggest at first glance. In the outfield, Vargas looked sound and checked in with an 83 mph arm to the plate on a straight line. Between the bat, the speed, and a clean defensive showing, he's a guy who projects well on both sides coming off an impressive sophomore year campaign at Eastlake.

Nick Davis SS / 2B / Brea Olinda High, CA / 2027 Nick Davis put together one of the better overall days of the event, and the swing is what really stands out. The upcoming senior from Brea Olinda brings a fluid, mature set of actions in the box for a 5'10”, 168 lb middle infielder. Loose hands, effortless through contact, getting the front foot down early without pulling off the front shoulder. He stays back, shows good hip turn, and generates real power without the swing ever feeling forced. The numbers backed it up, 99 mph max exit velocity, 93.2 mph average, and a max distance of 383 feet, including two balls taken out to left field. He also ran a 6.86 60-yard dash and checked in with a solid arm across the diamond. There really wasn't a weak area to the performance. Davis is a player that should be drawing a lot more attention heading into the season. The swing alone is worth the trip to the ballpark, and when you pair it with the overall profile, athleticism, feel for the game, and measurables that hold up, he's a name that deserves continued looks as the year goes on.

Aidan Gogley C / 1B / Foothill High, CA / 2027 Aidan Gogley caught attention from the moment he stepped behind the dish, and the pop time alone makes him worth talking about. The 6’0”, 187 lb catcher from Foothill High School checked in with a 2.01-second pop time, the quickest of any catcher at the event, and backed it up with the athleticism to match, running a 7.26 60-yard dash that's genuinely impressive for his position. At the plate, Gogley brings easy raw power and posted a 98.6 mph max exit velocity, a 388-foot max distance, and a 64% sweet spot rate, showing the ability to consistently find the barrel. He also lined up at first base during the fielding portion and checked in with a 77 mph arm from there, with the arm behind the plate measuring 74 mph. With a senior year ahead and the tools trending in the right direction, Gogley is a name that should be drawing more looks. The pop time alone earns that.

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