As we get closer to kicking off our Preseason ID tour across the keystone state, we'll highlight players who have a chance to make some noise.

Event: Preseason ID: East (PA)

Date: February 26, 2023

Location: In the Net Sports Complex; Palmyra, PA

Status: Sold Out

Roster

On deck preview

Ethan Hotchkiss OF / 1B / Waynesboro Area, PA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 27 / POS: 2 What to Expect: The large 6-foot-3, 185lb corner infielder is a middle of the order type who creates raw strength at the front of the plate. Hits from a mostly pull-side approach, working behind the ball with exit velocities around 100+ mph. What We'd Like to See: Additional drive off the backside will allow for more efficient juice to all fields. The upper-half is already super quick with twitchy actions and slots the barrel palm-up/palm-down. Video: 6/4/22, Dirtbags Virginia Scout Day

Trent Dosenbach OF / 1B / Avon Grove, PA / 2024 Rankings  StateRank: 251 / POS: 65 What to Expect: The wiry 5-foot-11, 155lb multi-sport athlete had a big '22, seeing gains in a few measurable categories. The left-handed hitter keeps the front arm short to long, inside at impact, for 88 mph EV's and shows the ability to handle a corner OF position. What We'd Like to See: Continued strength on both sides will offer him more of an XBH skillset with bigger intent. There's still some rotational parts to the swing, though it's a high contact rate. Video: 6/14/22, PA State Games

Kyle McKernan C / SS / William Penn Charter, PA / 2025 Rankings  StateRank: 21 / POS: 6 What to Expect: Premium mechanics on offense/defense with matching success as a true Freshman in one of the state's top leagues. One of the top barrel rates at the event and ability to adjust to different zones. What We'd Like to See: Room for violence in his game; tough to run on in the catch-and-throw phase, but arm-strength is the last piece. Footwork and transfers are plus from the crouch. Video: 9/14/22, Inter-AC Scout Day

 

alumni accolades

Anthony Ehly RHP / SS / Abington, PA / 2022 Rankings  StateRank: 153 / POS: 39 Date Attended: 2/27/21 Preseason All-State East (3PM session) Performance: The elastic, projectable right-hander held 84-87 mph with a sharp slider on a lateral plane. Could just see the effectiveness down the mound, utilizing hip/shoulder separation and a whippy arm-slot to make the FB tick up in velo. Recent: Ehly is a true Freshman on the Seton Hall baseball team in the Big East Conference.