#1: Franklin Pierce Ravens (NE10):
League finish: 1st
National Rank: 3rd
Is it even a question? Ravens had their best season record wise in school history a year ago, Coach King continues to get the most out of his players and put out a team that competes nationally every single year. Ravens fell short in the East Region and were unable to reach the World Series but they have the guys to compete for it once again in 2015.
Top recruits from New England Area: C David Nelson (John Stark Regional) Nelson is listed at 6'3, 190 lbs and is a very good defensive catcher who can swing a good bat, with the loss of captain Matt Walsh, Nelson can compete for the starting job right away. He was one of NH's top players this past spring. RHP Ben Mallet (Monadnock) the hard throwing righty's fastball can get up to 87 MPH, he was heavily recruited by many D1 teams last summer, he threw two no hitters at his time at Monadnock and will continue to dominate on the mound at Franklin Pierce, Mallett was ranked 17th according to NETopProspects.com about a year ago. RHP Hudson Hagland (Tilton School) Hagland accepted a scholarship to FPU this past year, ranked as one of the top pitching prospects in New Hampshire this past year, was dominant on the mound for Tilton this year, the 6'2 righty's fastball tops out at 83. RHP Zach Dionne (Tolland, CT) Dionne plays for a very good summer team in Team Connecticut baseball, the righty was heavily recruited by several D1 and D2 schools before choosing FPU, one of top pitchers in CT and his fastball has been recorded at 84-85.
#2: Southern New Hampshire University Penman (NE10):
League finish: 3rd
National Ranking: 18th
When head coach Scott Loiseau left the Penman weeks prior to the start of the season, it was a tough hit for the Penman as they had to deal with getting use to life without him. A little bit of a roller coaster season for the Penman but they battled and found themselves back in the East Regional. Scott Loiseau returns this season for the Penman which is why many think they can now be a contender for the World Series. All league SS Manny Cruz returns as well as Zach Goldstein and Mikr Robert. Watch out for the Penman this year.
Top Recruits from New England Area: RHP Connor Gavin (East Bridgewater) Listed at 6'3 215, the All Scholastic and Boston Herald Division 3 Player of the Year, Gavin was a horse on the mound for East Bridgewater leading them to a D3 South championship. Gavin's fastball sits upper 80's and will be a dominant arm for the Penman in due time. LHP Brendan Welch (Oliver Ames) Welch was named Boston Herald Division 2 Player of the Year, the three time all league pitcher led OA in wins, ERA and innings pitched, the big lefty is listed at 6'4 215 and his fastball is recorded at mid to upper 80's. RHP Rob Carillo (Bishop Fenwick) Carillo is coming off a great career at the highly touted Bishop Fenwick, Carillo is known for his heavy fastball and ability to spot his fastball, he was a two time Central Catholic league all star. SS Ryan Spagnoli (Arlington Catholic) Spagnoli, two time Catholic Central League all star, Perfect Game All New England Second team, is known for his lockdown defense and very good arm strength and range at shortstop, one of the top shortstops across the state for his class, contact hitter who uses whole field. 2B Josh Goldstein (Haverhill) Goldstein is coming off a nice career at HHS, known for his defense and ability to make good plays, contact hitter who has some pop in his bat. C Josh Zibierski (East Catholic) One of Connecticut's top catchers the past few years, helped lead East Catholic to top ranked team in the state most of the spring, the 6'3, 220 lbs catcher has some serious power and is improving defensively, Josh is a very good player and will only get better. 3B/P Tyler Shemick(La Salle): Shemick was a force both at the plate and on the mound for La Salle, throwing two no hitters, also hit .350 while driving in 18 runs. OF Christian Aybar (Bishp Hendricken) won four state titles at Hendricken, one of Rhode Islands top outfielders and hitters, velocity from outfield is crazy, all state team, will be a great players for Penman in future.
#3: Stonehill Skyhawks (NE10):
League finish: 2nd
National Rank: 21st
Stonehill's upset of SNHU in NE10 semis and first East Region appearance in some time was enough to call it a very successful season in 2014-2015. Coach Pat Boen's Skyhawks are now looked at as one of the best D2 teams in New England, Stonewall could very well push SNHU and FPU for this years NE10 title and maybe even East Region.
Top Recruits from New England Area: LHP Aran Grenham-Hamilton (BBN) One year removed from having a stroke while pitching, Hamilton had a very good spring for the Knights help leading them to an ISL title. His fastball ranges from 85-86 and will be a very good pitcher right away for the Knights. Very similar to current Skyhawks pitcher Jeremy Roberts. SS Matt Rocco (Newington, CT) Rocco is one of Connecticut's top shortstops, his above average range and arm strength make him a huge pickup for the Skyhawks. He plays his summer ball with Baseball Unlimited. C Harry Sabo (Wilton, CT) Sabo is listed at 6'3, 210, his power bat will be a force for the Skyhawks in the middle of their order. Sabo is a good defensive catcher with a good pop time, he was heavily recruited by NESCAC schools before choosing Stonehill. OF Patrick Downey (Xavier, CT) Downey is another Connecticut kid who was listed on the Perfect Game All East Region team, very good speed, and a very good defender who can play all outfield positions.
#4: New Haven Chargers (NE10):
Last years finish: 17-16
League finish: 4th
National Rank: NR
New Haven had a good year under a first year head coach Chris Celano, they fell to Stonewall in the semis in the NE10 playoffs, but New Haven always wins and are destined to once again this year.
Top Recruits from New England Area: NO PLAYERS LISTED FROM NE AREA
#5: Merrimack Warriors (NE10):
League finish: 8th
National Rank: NR
Even though the only player drafted from the NE10 was wearing a Merrimack jersey (Frank Crinella) it wasn't enough to give the Warriors enough to beat powerhouse Franklin Pierce in the first round.
Top recruits from New England Area: SS Jack Campsmith(Chelmsford): Two way star, Campmith, will play both baseball and football for the Warriors. Very good arm strength, could potentially be in the running to replace star Frank Crinella (who turned pro). OF Armani Henderson (La Salle) One of Rhode Islands top players, battled a wrist injury this year but was still a big help to La Salle in their playoff run, All League selection and helped lead La Salle to state finals in 2014.
*all commitments on players are based off Perfect Game and information off google searches
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