MLB, High School, and College Standouts in 2025

Zack Hale of The Classical Academy (TCA) has become one of the nation’s top high school home run hitters, breaking school and single-game records early in the 2025 season. In Major League Baseball, the Seattle Mariners have seen strong offensive performances from Jorge Polanco, Cal Raleigh, and Dylan Moore, though their rotation is impacted by Logan Gilbert’s injury, while Andrés Muñoz remains a standout closer. The latest MLB team rankings continue to highlight struggles for the Colorado Rockies, Kansas City Royals, and Chicago White Sox, with injuries and player development playing key roles in their slow starts. Additionally, Jackson Buchanan has been awarded the 2025 Byron Nelson Award for his excellence in academics, athletics, and community service as a college senior.