The 2028 baseball class in the Dakotas is generating buzz as scouts and coaches turn their eyes toward a handful of standout athletes who have already begun to carve out their reputations.
At the top of the current rankings sits Cameron Stahl of Horace, North Dakota, whose combination of power and poise earned him the first‑overall spot, though a recent injury has sidelined him for the time being.
Jaxon Omdahl from the Park River Area school adds a different kind of spark, having led his team to a Class B state championship and routinely throwing fastballs that have hit the high‑90 mile‑per‑hour mark.
Henry Schrum, a Fargo South prospect, impresses with a rare blend of catching skill and bat speed, having launched balls off the bat at a measured 102.4 miles per hour during recent showcases.
Tucker Waddell out of Rapid City Stevens is being watched closely for his two‑way potential, capable of anchoring the infield at shortstop while also delivering on the mound.
Jake Dangerud of West Fargo Sheyenne rounds out the top five with a swing that scouts describe as advanced, producing consistent contact and generating power that belies his age.
The Road Ahead
All five players are slated to compete in the upcoming Future Games, an event that will provide a national stage for these rising talents to test themselves against the nation's best.
Coaches and analysts alike are eager to see how the injured Stahl will respond upon his return, and whether the pitching prowess of Omdahl can translate into even higher velocity under pressure.