MLB Draft: Will Brick Makes Jump From 2027 to 2026

Another high-profile 2027 prospect has made the jump to the 2026 ranks, as Tennessee backstop Will Brick announced his reclassification on Wednesday. Baseball America’s Ben Badler was the first to report the news.

A Memphis native, Brick attends Christian Brothers Academy and was widely regarded as the top catching prospect in the 2027 ranks. As a result of his jump into the 2026 class, Brick will maintain that distinction, bolstering a volatile demographic that lacked high-end talent. He is just the latest of several reclassifications this year, including the likes of Logan Schmidt, Isaiah Galason, Rocco Maniscalco, and more.

This move comes after a solid summer campaign, which included a gold medal for USA Baseball in the 18U World Cup in Japan. He was one of two underclassmen on the final roster. Brick was named to the All-Tournament Team, slashing .333/.474/.667 and recording four extra base hits.

Scouts have not minced words when talking about Brick, who some claim is the best prep catching prospect since Blake Mitchell in 2023.

It all starts with the glove behind the plate, as he’s a stout defender with excellent catch-and-throw capabilities, lateral mobility, and solid receiving. He’s explosive out of the crouch and is not afraid to show off the howitzer of an arm, displaying quality accuracy to second base with ease. He’s big and strong, though surprisingly athletic given his frame.