Danny
Napier III

Danny Napier III, Louisburg (KS), 2026
Positional Profile: C/1B Follow in the KS 2026 class.
Body: 6-2, 248-pounds. Physical build with present strength.
Hit: RHH. Upright, open stance with quiet pre-pitch actions. Small leg lift and hand load to square into a short stride. Level swing plane. Stays through the zone with extension and raw power to the gaps. 73.8 mph bat speed with 16 G's of rotational acceleration.
Power: 103 max exit velocity, averaged 96.8 mph. 394' max distance. Raw power.
Arm: RH. C-78 mph. INF-83 mph. Short OT arm action. Accurate throws with carry to the bag.
Defense: 1.89-2.07 pop times. Behind the plate, displays advanced actions with strong wrists and glove. Quick exchanges, release, and footwork. In the INF, shows feel around the bag with soft hands and ability to pick balls in the dirt.
ATH: 6.96 runner in the 60. 26.40 max vertical.

Packed with strength and physicality in a 6-foot-2, 248-pound frame, C/1B Danny Napier III (Louisburg, 2026) was a high-motor standout from this event. Napier put together one of the loudest BP rounds on the day, staying on the barrel with a 96.8 mph average exit velocity and 102.6 mph peak - both top marks at the event. The junior also flashed raw power, sending his furthest ball 393 feet. Behind the dish, Napier posted 1.89-2.07 pop times with true arm strength (T78 mph) while also showing feel for footwork around the bag at first base. His athleticism was on full display with a 6.96 60 time.