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Beavers Soar: Oregon State's Rising Baseball Dynasty
2024-10-30
The Oregon State Beavers have made a significant stride in bolstering their future baseball program, securing verbal commitments from two highly sought-after high school prospects this week. The additions of pitcher Trey Morris and infielder Josh Proctor to the 2025 recruiting class have positioned the Beavers as a rising force in the collegiate baseball landscape.

Unlocking the Potential of Oregon State's Next Generation

Trey Morris: A Southpaw Sensation

Trey Morris, a left-handed pitcher from Fresno, California, has chosen to don the Beavers' colors, turning his back on a previous commitment to the University of Texas. At 6-foot-1, Morris possesses a commanding presence on the mound, with a repertoire that has caught the attention of scouts nationwide. His decision to join the Beavers' program is a testament to the team's ability to attract top-tier talent and the allure of Corvallis as a baseball destination.Morris' commitment is a significant coup for the Beavers, as he is widely regarded as one of the top high school pitching prospects in the 2025 class. His decision to switch his commitment from Texas to Oregon State underscores the program's growing reputation and the appeal of the Pacific Northwest as a hub for elite baseball talent.

Josh Proctor: A Versatile Powerhouse

Joining Morris in the Beavers' 2025 class is Josh Proctor, a towering 6-foot-5, 225-pound shortstop/third baseman from Altadena, California. Proctor's decision to spurn UCLA and commit to Oregon State is a testament to the program's ability to lure top-tier talent away from traditional powerhouses.Proctor's combination of size, strength, and skill has earned him a reputation as one of the nation's premier high school hitters. Baseball America ranks him as the 37th-best prospect in the 2025 class, a testament to his exceptional abilities at the plate. Beyond his prowess as a hitter, Proctor's versatility as a two-way player, also excelling on the basketball court, further enhances his value to the Beavers' program.

Building a Formidable 2025 Class

The additions of Morris and Proctor to the Beavers' 2025 recruiting class are just the latest in a series of high-profile commitments that have propelled the program into the national spotlight. According to Perfect Game, the Beavers' 2025 class currently ranks 18th in the nation, a testament to the team's ability to attract top-tier talent.Headlining the class are third baseman Xavier Neyens, whom MLB.com considers the 3rd-best prospect in the 2025 MLB draft, and shortstop Mason Pike, ranked 47th by Baseball America. These two standout players, hailing from Washington, further bolster the Beavers' pipeline of elite talent.The Beavers' success in securing these coveted recruits underscores the program's commitment to building a sustainable, championship-caliber team. With a roster brimming with top-tier talent, the future of Oregon State baseball looks brighter than ever, poised to make a lasting impact on the collegiate baseball landscape.
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