Get ready for an exciting journey into the world of baseball's future stars! The 2026 DREAM Series: Unveiling the Numbers is a must-read for any sports enthusiast. This annual event, held at Tempe Diablo Stadium, brings together the nation's elite high school athletes, offering a unique glimpse into their incredible talent and potential.But here's where it gets controversial... While the DREAM Series focuses on development, it also serves as a showcase for these young athletes, with their performances evaluated and scrutinized by Major League Baseball (MLB) and USA Baseball. So, let's dive into the numbers and discover who shone brightest!Dexter McCleon Jr., a speedster from Georgia, left an indelible mark. His 3.63-second sprint on day one was just the beginning. McCleon Jr. then showcased his power, registering the fastest average exit velocity at an impressive 99.8 MPH! Deuce Jenkins, a Mississippi State commit, proved his all-around prowess. He dominated in grip strength, topping the charts at 182 lbs, and his max exit velocity of 107.9 MPH was the fastest among all players. Joseph Webb, a Vanderbilt commit, is definitely one to watch in the Class of 2028. Webb's performance in the PDP tests was exceptional, placing in the top five in four categories and finishing in the top three for both average and max exit velocity.The top performers at this year's DREAM Series were a mix of established recruits and rising prospects. Out of the 14 athletes who placed in the top five of PDP tests, eight are already committed to DI programs, while six remain uncommitted, leaving room for speculation and excitement.The Class of 2028 truly dominated the athletic-based performance assessments. An impressive 10 out of the 26 top performers in each test were high school sophomores, showcasing the depth of talent in this age group.The PDP Performance Assessments are a comprehensive evaluation of an athlete's skills and potential. These tests, which include the 30-yard dash, broad jump, grip strength, and countermovement jump, utilize cutting-edge technology to measure cognitive abilities, processing speed, and athletic prowess. All this data is then shared with MLB clubs and USA Baseball for national team considerations.The top five performers in each PDP category are as follows:30-Yard Sprint (Seconds):1. Dexter McCleon Jr. ('28, Suwanee, Ga.) - 3.632. Isaiah Cador ('28, McDonough, Ga.) - 3.663. Rylan Jenkins ('28, Tennille, Ga.) - 3.694. Deuce Jenkins ('27, Brandon, Miss.) - 3.735. Joseph Webb ('28, Sevierville, Tenn.) - 3.78Broad Jump (Feet):1. Akanni Owodunni ('26, Albany, Calif.) - 11'3"2. Joseph Webb - 10'6"3. Deuce Jenkins - 10'4"4. Jace Harrell ('27, Chandler, Ariz.) - 10'2"5. Isaiah Cador - 10'2"Countermovement Jump Peak Power (Watts):1. Brayden Singleton ('27, Elizabethtown, Ky.) - 7,5632. Joseph Webb - 6,6923. Deuce Jenkins - 6,4334. Akanni Owodunni - 6,3435. Seddrick Henderson ('26, Richmond, Calif.) - 6,274Countermovement Jump Height (Inches):1. Joseph Webb - 20.22. Deuce Jenkins - 203. Seddrick Henderson - 19.54. Blake Ragsdale ('27, Burr Ridge, Ill.) - 19.25. Chris Guillory ('26, Covington, Ga.) - 19Grip Strength (Pounds):1. Deuce Jenkins - 1822. Akanni Owodunni - 1703. Mikey Batiste ('28, Mississauga, Ontario) - 1634. Chris Guillory - 1555. Lonnie Jackson V ('27, Los Angeles, Calif.) - 155Rapsodo Testing, a real-time performance analysis tool, provides players and coaches with valuable insights. It measures launch angle, exit velocity, and spin rate for batters, and velocity, spin rate, and spin axis for pitchers. These metrics offer an objective evaluation of an athlete's performance and areas for improvement.Max Exit Velocity (MPH):1. Deuce Jenkins - 107.92. Anthony Murphy ('26, Corona, Calif.) - 107.63. Kinon Bastian ('27, Winter Garden, Fla.) - 106.44. Joseph Webb - 106.45. Deuce Jenkins - 105.9Average Exit Velocity (MPH):1. Dexter McCleon Jr. - 99.82. Samir Mohammed ('27, Trinity, Fla.) - 96.23. Mikey Batiste - 94.54. Joseph Webb - 94.15. Anthony Murphy - 93.9The 2026 DREAM Series was a showcase of incredible talent, with many athletes already committed to top-tier programs. Out of the 80 players in attendance, an impressive 27 had DI offers and had committed to their schools. The Southeastern Conference (SEC) led the way with 14 commitments, followed by Texas Tech with three, and Houston, Miami, TCU, and Vanderbilt each with two future players.To stay updated on the nation's top prospects and the Prospect Development Pipeline, be sure to follow @USABasePipeline on X and Instagram. And remember, this is just the beginning! The future of baseball is bright, and these young athletes are ready to shine.
