Read on for a look at the top catcher prospects in this year’s draft. Players are listed alphabetically.
MLB DRAFT: Top high school catchers
Brenner
also boosted his draft stock during his senior season, batting .392
with seven home runs. At 5-foot-10, he lacks the prototypical catcher’s
frame but makes up for it with athleticism, speed and defensive
versatility behind the plate. He projects as a third- or fourth-round
selection.
Will Brick, Christian Brothers (Memphis, Tenn.)
After reclassifying from the Class of 2027, Brick has emerged as the top high school catching prospect in the draft. His athleticism, defensive skills and plus throwing arm make him one of the best defenders in the class. Although his power numbers didn’t fully meet expectations this spring, he has consistently shown the ability to drive the ball and impressed scouts with a strong performance at the MLB Draft Combine. He is expected to be the first high school catcher selected and could come off the board late in the first round or early in the second.
Sean Dunlap, Crown Point (Ind.)
Dunlap climbed draft boards after returning from injury and putting together an outstanding senior season. The MaxPreps Indiana Player of the Year batted .473 with nine home runs. While his arm strength may not match Brick’s, he still possesses one of the strongest throwing arms among high school catchers. Evaluations vary widely, with some services ranking him among the top 20 prospects in the class and others placing him closer to No. 150. He is expected to be selected on Day 1, likely in the second or third round.
Gomez-Gudino
emigrated from Venezuela with his family three years ago and has
developed into one of the nation’s top catching prospects. The
switch-hitter has shown power from both sides of the plate while
improving his overall approach, according to scouts. Defensively, he has
experience handling elite pitching, having caught first-round prospect
Cam Caminiti as a sophomore at Saguaro. He could be selected late on Day
1, potentially in the fourth round.
Jorvorskie Lane Jr., Grapevine (Texas)
No catcher has ever led the major leagues in stolen bases. Could Lane Jr. become the first? After spending his first three high school seasons behind the plate, he saw more time in the outfield following his transfer to Grapevine, showcasing the versatility to play both positions. His elite speed helped him steal 196 bases, breaking the Texas career record. He also flashed impressive bat speed while batting .380 with 15 extra-base hits. His defensive versatility could determine where he is drafted, but he is expected to come off the board on Day 2.
