Top 10 high school outfielders for the 2015 MLB Draft

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Watch the potential MLB Draft pick from Brother Rice (Mich.) in action. Outfield is one of the deepest positions among high school baseball prospects this year, with four players possibly going among the first 20 picks in the Major League Baseball Draft, which takes place June 8-10.

MaxPreps begins its coverage of the 2015 MLB Draft with a look at the top 10 high school outfielders in the Class of 2015.


Kyle Tucker, Plant (Tampa, Fla.), 6-4, 175
Tucker could be the first high school outfielder taken in the draft, as some mock drafts have the Plant standout going as high as No. 4 or No. 5 overall. With 28 career high school home runs, Tucker has shown the type of power to make him a middle-of-the-lineup bat, however he's more than just a power hitter. His smooth swing has scouts drooling at his offensive potential. He's also a good enough athlete with a strong enough arm to play right field at the Major League level. Where he'll go: Somewhere in the first 10 picks.

Dazmon Cameron, Eagle's Landing Christian Academy (McDonough, Ga.), 6-0, 185
At one time, the son of former Major League centerfielder Mike Cameron was projected as the No. 1 player in the Class of 2015. However after his junior season, Cameron began to slip in the mock draft projections. Cameron rebounded with a strong senior season that included a .455 batting average and eight home runs. He's not ranked as the top pick, and probably not even the top high school outfielder, but he should still go among the top 10 picks. Where he'll go: Somewhere in the first 10 picks.

Trent Clark, Richland (North Richland Hills, Texas), 6-0, 200
Although he doesn't necessarily look like a five-tool athlete, Clark has proved to be very capable in all aspects of the game. He came up big in the Pan-American games over the summer for Team USA, as he was among the team leaders in almost every offensive category. Although he didn't hit many home runs his senior season, he is considered a very good contact hitter. Where he'll go: Middle of the first round.

Nick Plummer, Brother Rice (Bloomfield Hills, Mich.), 5-11, 200
Another player who came on last summer, Plummer is considered to be among the top hitters in the Class of 2015. Hitting for both average and power, Plummer is a middle-of-the-lineup possibility. He's not especially speedy and his arm probably won't allow him to play right field in the future. He will likely start his career in center field, however. Where he'll go: End of first round.

Garrett Whitley, Niskayuna (N.Y.), 6-1, 195
Whitley made a big move last summer when he impressed scouts with his quickness and strong arm. However, he can also hit with some power, making him a strong center field candidate. Most mock drafts don't have Whitley lasting past the No. 22 pick in the draft. Where he'll go: Top 25 picks.

Jahmai Jones, Wesleyan (Norcross, Ga.), 6-0, 210
Although he plays shortstop and outfield at the high school level, most scouts see Jones as an outfielder at the professional level. He has plus speed and athletic ability and he could potentially become a power hitter at the next level. It wouldn't be surprising to see him sneak into the first round. Where he'll go: Second or third round.

Mitchell Hansen, Plano (Texas), 6-4, 197
Some mock drafts have Hansen going near the end of the first round, but he's more than likely a second-round selection. A solid hitter, although not particularly known for his power, Hansen is valued for his speed, arm strength and fielding ability. Scouts see a lot of projection and foresee him as a future right fielder. Where he'll go: Second round.

Kep Brown, Wando (Mt. Pleasant, S.C.), 6-5, 195
It hasn't been a good spring for Brown, who had to watch from the sidelines as his team won a state title. A torn Achilles sidelined Brown for the most of the season and whether or not the injury will affect his draft selection is yet to be seen. Defense is Brown's forte, with good running speed and outstanding arm strength to go with above average fielding ability. Hitting for average may be one of Brown's weaknesses. Where he'll go: Second or third Round.

Ryan Johnson, College Station (Texas), 6-3, 205
After some early projections as a first round talent, Johnson has dropped out of the first round in most mock drafts. He's still a very good prospect because of his above average hitting ability and his strong arm. He could be a power-hitting right fielder in the pros. Where he'll go: Second or third round.

Greg Pickett, Legend (Parker, Colo.), 6-4, 205
Another strong defensive outfielder, Pickett has plus running speed and arm strength and is above average as a fielder. He won't hit for power, but he does hit for average. At least one mock draft had Pickett going in the first round, but he will more likely go late on the first day. Where he'll go: Third round.