The 2026 high school baseball season opened with a flurry of activity as scouts from Prep Baseball Minnesota began their comprehensive coverage, promising weekly notes, Power Rankings updates, and Player of the Week recognitions. Each week during the season, a Hitter and Pitcher of the Week will be selected based on nominations submitted by high school coaches.
A No-Hitter to Remember
On opening day, Rogers Royals pitcher Brandon Stafford delivered a complete-game no-hitter, shutting out the Coon Rapids Cardinals 7-0. His dominance was highlighted when he struck out Brady Leckner for the final out, sealing the historic performance.
Stafford’s effort earned him the first Player of the Week honor, a title determined by nominations from high school coaches across the state. The accolade underscores the growing emphasis on scouting and player development in Minnesota’s baseball community.
The weekly Hitter and Pitcher of the Week awards will continue throughout the season, providing a platform to celebrate standout performances and keep fans engaged with in-season content from the scouting staff.