Newsday has revealed its 2026 All-Long Island baseball second team, recognizing a cohort of high school players who have distinguished themselves through a combination of hitting precision, power, and pitching excellence. The selections reflect a season rich with record‑setting performances and clutch contributions across Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Offensive standouts
Among the most potent bats, Robbie Mascia of Commack posted a .375 average with a .543 on‑base rate and a .712 slugging percentage, driving in five postseason homers while stealing 19 bases. Jaden Valdez from Kellenberg combined a .397 average with a .602 on‑base mark and seven homers, adding 29 RBIs and 20 runs. Bobby Wescott of Plainedge batted .395 and contributed eight doubles, two triples and five homers while striking out 25 batters in 20 1⁄3 innings. Mason Miles of East Hampton posted a .410 average, a 1.335 OPS and six homers, going 10‑for‑10 on steals. Ryan Tullo from Wantagh led the area with a .549 average and a 1.563 OPS, collecting 45 hits and 37 RBIs while drawing 19 walks. Jagger Adamo of Connetquot batted .465 and went 19‑for‑20 on steals, while Tucker Brown of Hauppauge hit .427 with 20 RBIs and a perfect 14‑for‑14 steal record. Conor Kenefick of West Islip added a .422 average, two homers and 12 steals, and John Pericolosi of South Side combined a .450 average with 21 stolen bases and a 2.27 ERA as a closer.
Pitching excellence
On the mound, several players turned heads with dominant statistics. Aidan Casey of St. John the Baptist posted a 1.93 ERA and 41 strikeouts over 36 1⁄3 innings while maintaining a .195 batting average against. Conor Dietz from Shoreham‑Wading River went 7‑1 with a 0.42 ERA and 85 strikeouts in 50 innings, posting a .117 opponent average. Dan Gilroy of Center Moriches compiled a 1.19 ERA and 79 strikeouts over 59 innings, while Brendan Rivera of Longwood posted a 1.08 ERA and 65 strikeouts in 45 1⁄3 frames. Jack Scannapieco of Massapequa finished 9‑0 with a 1.87 ERA and a .240 opponent average, earning the win in the state finals. Brandon Seddio of Newfield posted a 1.32 ERA and 42 strikeouts in 37 innings, and Everett Zarzicki of Kings Park combined a 1.89 ERA with 73 strikeouts over 55 2⁄3 innings.
The honorees also demonstrated versatility in the field and on the basepaths. Tucker Brown went 14‑for‑14 stealing bases without a single caught stealing, while Jagger Franco of Longwood stole 32 bases in 34 attempts and scored 30 runs. Everett Zarzicki slashed .391/.494/.536 with eight doubles, a triple and 19 RBIs, underscoring his all‑around impact. Across the board, players combined power, speed and precision, shaping a competitive landscape for the upcoming season.
The 2026 All-Long Island second team not only celebrates individual achievement but also reflects the depth of talent nurtured by local programs. As these athletes move forward, their performances set a high bar for future seasons and reinforce the region's reputation as a breeding ground for baseball excellence.