Week 9 Rankings Overview
The Minnesota High School Baseball Coaches Association released its latest state rankings on May 11, positioning Farmington at the pinnacle with an 18‑1 record and shaking up the middle tier with a series of unexpected results.
Farmington’s dominance is anchored by Lucas Oistad, who delivered a complete‑game shutout that underscored the team’s depth on the mound and kept them perched at No. 1.
Close behind, Shakopee climbs to No. 2 after a decisive victory sparked by Jack Stensrud’s timely hit, while Chaska’s ascent to No. 3 is fueled by Thomas Leeper’s recent no‑hitter, a performance that has coaches praising the team’s pitching staff.
Rosemount and Stillwater both sit at 14‑4, with Evan Boll’s six‑inning outing featuring seven strikeouts and Max Prideaux’s 2‑for‑4 effort that included three RBIs and a triple highlighting their offensive firepower.
Mounds View, despite a 14‑4 record, suffered a 16‑11 shock at home to Park of Cottage Grove, a loss that has prompted a reevaluation of their defensive strategies.
Champlin Park exploded for a 15‑0 win over Spring Lake Park in just five innings, showcasing a potent bat lineup that left opponents scrambling.
Woodbury’s Eli Larsen contributed a 2‑for‑3 performance with a double, a triple and three RBIs, helping the team maintain a strong 13‑5 standing.
St. Cloud Cathedral remains unbeaten at 13‑0, posting a season‑high 15‑1 victory at Foley that highlighted their offensive consistency.
Orono secured a solid 4‑1 win on the road against Totino‑Grace, while Edina’s rally fell just short after squandering a 6‑0 lead before a late surge against Eden Prairie.
Overall, the rankings illustrate a competitive landscape where elite pitching, timely hitting and a few surprising upsets are shaping the narrative as the season hurtles toward its climax.