Grant
Thomas

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.

Grant Thomas, Rancho Cucamonga High (CA), 2027
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP Physical two-way athlete who brings real strength at impact offensively and upside on the mound.
Body: 6-1, 221-pounds. Thick, powerful build with broad shoulders and a strong, well-developed lower half. Frame is durable and built to handle physical demands, with strength that translates on both sides of the ball.
Delivery: Works at a relaxed, deliberate pace, gathering with a higher leg lift while staying centered over the rubber. Transitions smoothly into his move toward the plate, using the lower half to create momentum downhill.
Arm Action: RH. Arm works freely with a smooth, uninterrupted path to a three-quarter slot. Release point is repeatable, and the finish is clean with minimal effort.
FB: T85, 81-84 mph. Late arm-side run. Shows the ability to work above the barrel, creating swing-and-miss when elevated. T2098, 1937 average rpm.
CB: 70-72 mph. Slurve-type look with lateral sweep and some depth. T2253, 2078 average rpm.
CH: 73-76 mph. Thrown with fastball arm speed, showing late fade and arm-side action. T1747, 1439 average rpm.

Hit: RHH. Starts from a quiet, balanced stance with minimal pre-pitch movement. Uses a soft toe-tap to get on time, settling into the back hip before delivering a compact, efficient swing Barrel stays controlled through the zone, producing frequent hard contact, particularly to the pull side. 68.2 mph bat speed with 13 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 99 max exit velocity, averaged 93.3 mph. 370' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-71 mph. Reliable arm stroke from a three-quarter slot. Ball comes out clean with carry and accuracy across the infield.
Defense: Stays low through fielding actions, works under control, and handles exchanges smoothly.
ATH: 8.28 runner in the 60. 1.85 and 4.45 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 15.30 max vertical.
Vizual Edge: 70.85 Edge Score
ATH: 8.28 runner in the 60. 1.85 and 4.45 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 15.30 max vertical.

Grant Thomas, Rancho Cucamonga High (CA), 2027
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP
Body: 6-1, 216-pounds. Broad-shouldered build with a strong lower half and durable frame built for power.
Delivery: Smooth, well-paced motion with a high leg lift and strong direction toward the plate. Engages the lower half effectively, maintaining balance and finishing with a firm, stable front side.
Arm Action: RH. Loose, continuous arm path from a 3/4 slot. Clean, repeatable release with consistent finish.
FB: T85, 84-85 mph. Shows life through the zone with natural arm-side run. Works effectively up in the zone, creating swing-and-miss potential. T2089, 1972 average rpm.
CB: 71-72 mph. Slurve-type shape with late horizontal sweep and some depth; developing feel and consistency. T2250, 2203 average rpm.
CH: 75-76 mph. Good arm speed replication with late fade and arm-side tumble. T1425, 1318 average rpm.
ATH: 8.19 runner in the 60. 1.93 and 4.47 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.

Hit: RHH. Balanced setup with a quiet load and subtle toe tap for timing. Sinks slightly into the back hip before firing a short, compact swing through the zone. Maintains barrel control with consistent hard contact to the pull side. Efficient, repeatable mechanics that translate to in-game production. 71.1 mph bat speed with 15 G's of rotational acceleration.
Arm: RH. INF-80 mph. Loose, repeatable arm path from a 3/4 slot. Throws show accuracy across the diamond with some life out of the hand.
Defense: Steady defender at 1B. Shows fluid feet around the bag, clean exchanges, and sure hands. Plays under control while staying low through the ball.
ATH: 8.19 runner in the 60. 1.93 and 4.47 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.

Grant Thomas, Rancho Cucamonga High (CA), 2027
Positional Profile: 1B/RHP Physical two-way prospect with strength at impact and a polished three-pitch mix.
Body: 6-1, 216-pounds. Strong, durable frame with a big lower half.
Delivery: Rhythmic, controlled tempo with a high leg lift and solid direction down the mound. Engages the backside well and finishes with a firm front leg block.
Arm Action: RH. Loose, continuous arm path from a 3/4 slot. Clean finish that stays consistent and repeatable .
FB: T87, 83-85 mph. Shows life up in the zone with arm-side movement. Induces weak contact and misses barrels when elevated. T2234, 2069 average rpm.
CB: 72-73 mph. Slurve action, late horizontal movement and depth. Work in progress pitch. T2294, 2224 average rpm.
CH: 76-77 mph. Late fading action with arm-side tumble. Maintains good separation from FB, induced weak contact. T1453, 1352 average rpm.
ATH: 8.25 runner in the 60. 1.98 in the 10 yard split. 16.50 max vertical.

Hit: RHH. Upright, balanced stance with quiet pre-pitch rhythm. Toe tap to load while sinking into the back side Direct hand path to the ball with a compact, repeatable swing plane. Generates consistent hard contact to the pull side with leverage and control. 68.4 mph bat speed with 14 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 90 max exit velocity, averaged 85.7 mph. 275' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-79 mph. Loose, continuous arm action from a 3/4 slot. Accurate throws with moderate carry.
Defense: Moves fluidly around the bag with confident actions. Fields out front with steady hands and sound footwork.
ATH: 8.25 runner in the 60. 1.98 in the 10 yard split. 16.50 max vertical.

Grant Thomas, Rancho Cucamonga High (CA), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/1B Two-way talent with strength present throughout the profile. Pairs starter mix on the mound with loud contact in the box.
Body: 6-0, 204-pounds. Sturdy, well-proportioned build with athletic foundation.
Delivery: Begins with hands at neck level before dropping below the belt to sync with the front leg. Employs a high leg kick with an inward hip turn, transitioning into a drop/drive movement down the mound with length to the stride. Shows good feel for blocking with the plant leg, while hips maintain direction well. Works with a smooth, controlled tempo and a consistent, repeatable delivery.
Arm Action: RH. Delivers with a full arm path out of the glove, starting with a downward motion that then works slightly behind the body. Creates good depth in line with the frame, featuring a loose, fluid arm action that shows present arm speed. Works from a 3/4 slot with a fairly consistent release point, finishing with some recoil upon release.
FB: T84, 80-83 mph. FB that pairs ride/run traits. Effective when elevated to miss barrels and can generate whiffs. Works to induce weak contact from RHH when located on the inner third. T2194, 1990 average rpm.
SL: 71-73 mph. High spin SL that displays good sweeping action and shows solid depth. Late-breaking action that works well off the FB tunnel. At best in zone when thrown on the outer third. Used as chase pitch away vs. RHH. T2399, 2287 average rpm.
CH: 75-79 mph. Fading CH that displays late arm-side tail. Separates well off the FB, flashing some vertical drop. Most effective down in the zone. Thrown to both RH and LHH. T1923, 1669 average rpm.
ATH: 7.80 runner in the 60. 1.70 and 4.20 in the 10 and 30 yard splits. 18.00 max vertical.

Hit: RHH. Sets up upright and balanced with hands at shoulder level, a raised back elbow, and a vertical barrel. Shows minimal waggle. Initiates the load by sinking into the back hip as the hands drift slightly. Utilizes a small leg kick for timing before a short, controlled stride forward, landing slightly closed off. Turns hips at foot strike with hands quick to follow, working directly to the ball through a short, compact swing. Stays on an uphill path while controlling the barrel, producing frequent hard contact. Shows pull side power with a high two-handed finish. 68.3 mph bat speed with 15 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 96 max exit velocity, averaged 94.8 mph. 369' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-74 mph. Full arm path working from a 3/4 slot. Throws to second base carry well, though release can get slightly ahead on throws across the infield. Arm profiles to stick at first base.
Defense: Moves downhill with aggression, working through the ball under control. Shows soft hands that stay out in front, paired with clean angles and solid reads at 1B. Positions himself well to secure routine plays with consistency.
Vizual Edge: 76.8 Edge Score

Grant Thomas, Rancho Cucamonga High (CA), 2027
Positional Profile: RHP/1B Strong bodied two-way talent who displays steady actions on both the mound and in the box.
Body: 6-0, 203-pounds. Athletic build with present strength and good proportions.
Delivery: Slow windup, starts by stepping off to side, high leg kick, steady head.
Arm Action: RH. Longer circle, high 3/4 slot, possesses some whip.
FB: T84, 82-83 mph. Accurate with the ability to utilize both sides of the zone. Late run to the arm side. T2059, 1905 average rpm.
CB: 68-71 mph. Solid depth and sharp horizontal movement. T2052, 1846 average rpm.
CH: 74-76 mph. Flashed vertical drop and late arm side fade. Used primarily against RHHs. T1221, 1190 average rpm.
ATH: 7.95 runner in the 60. 1.88 and 4.37 in the 10 and 30 yard splits.

Hit: RHH. Heavy load on back leg, keeps hands close to body. Small stride. Short and compact swing, minimal extension, stays on top of the ball. 63.7 mph bat speed with 14 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 92 max exit velocity, averaged 84.6 mph. 354' max distance.
Arm: RH. INF-78 mph. Long action, fully extends arm, high 3/4 slot. Ball possesses carry.
Defense: Stays low with right foot forward, glove to chest transfer.