In what might be one of the busiest weeks on the Five Tool summer schedule, we have events going in California, Arizona, Texas, Louisiana, Kansas City, Utah, Colorado… you get the point. There’s a lot going on. Here’s another weekend look at some of the standouts from across the Five Tool network:

1) At the Five Tool Show in the DFW area, Maypearl (Texas) two-way prospect Cord Rager reminded us that superstar Luke Bilings isn’t the only elite two-way talent on the North Texas Longhorns roster. Listed at 6-6, 220 pounds, Rager, who is uncommitted, routinely filled up the zone with quality heaters and blew them by hitters early and late in counts. The takeaway from his glove creates a hint of deception, which probably helped his 88-90 MPH fastball play up and he utilizes a fairly simple, good delivery without much effort. 

Rager stood out in front of Five Tool Texas with his hitting skill in the State Tournament and he’s proving that looked wasn’t a fluke because he’s mashing from the left side this week, too, and driving the ball with authority.

2) Scouts love Theo Gillen’s left-handed swing and he reminded us why today. The Texas commitment, who attends Westlake High School in the Austin area, arrived to the first game of the day Saturday ready to hit. He proceeded to finish 4-for-4, showcasing his hitting feel by smacking line drives around the yard. But most importantly, Gillen, who injured his knee late in district play and was clearly not 100% in the State Tournament, moved around much better on the diamond and seemingly put the knee issue behind him. 

3) The guys from Hawaii arrived ready to swing the lumber and mash bombs. Maryknoll (Hawaii) 2024 prospect Jacob Remily joined the home run party Saturday for Hawaii 2G Elite Toro when he mashed a majestic blast deep into the trees beyond left field at Weatherford College. 

A skinny 6-5, 180 pounds Remily also provided an intriguing look on the mound with a fastball up to 87 MPH. But he looks like a potential impact player at the next level as an infielder, and has caught Five Tool Hawaii’s attention in the past with his glovework at third base. Despite having a lean frame, Remily is able to generate impact off the barrel from the right side. He transfers his weight well, whips the barrel behind his hands and through the zone with intent and does a good job of not cutting off his swing when he catches the ball out front to pull it with authority. When he’s made contact this week, it has often been very loud. 

4) Daniel Hernandez, an uncommitted 2023 right-handed pitcher from James Logan High School in California, was up to 92 MPH at the NorCal Championships. He struck out five across 3.1 innings and his notable arm strength should result in some JUCO looks. As Hernandez gets stronger and refines his delivery, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see him immediately add a few more MPH. 

5) In South Louisiana at the Alex Bregman South World Series, USA Prime Gulf Coast’s Braylen Montgomery has shown he's one of the most interesting, toolsy 2026 prospects in the state of the Louisiana. The Walker High School product showed his impressive athleticism, wheels, bat speed and obvious physical projection. He also has a hose from the outfield, too. 

6) After mashing a triple during Friday’s action, Cal Club Baseball Prime’s Brandon Kim (Leigh High; California) was a hitting machine at the USD Team Camp/Five Tool Invitational. With very active hands as he times pitches, Kim consistently proved he sees the ball and can make quality contact at an advanced level for a hitter his age and leverages his short arms and physical frame to his advantage. 

7) Up to 89 MPH with some natural run to his fastball, Mason Tymick (South Torrance; California) cruised through 5.0 impressive, shutout innings at the same event. The uncommitted righty features a very active, unique delivery with a lot of moving parts, especially with his long arms and lean frame. But Tymick shows his athleticism by being able to repeat that delivery and pound the zone with his fastball while mixing in a quality slider. 

How many high school pitchers are able to kick their lead leg the same height as their head and then see their back knee nearly hit the dirt? And how many are also able to get to a good chest position at foot plant with quality “layback” and almost a completely steady head? Not many. Don’t be surprised if Tymick continues to add noticeable velocity while also throwing strikes. And don’t be fooled by the delivery. 

Dustin McComas
Senior Editor