After a Day 1 that featured many of the draft’s higher-ranked prospects and several players already firmly planted inside the Top 250, Day 2 of the MLB Scouting Combine offered a different kind of intrigue. This was the day for sleeper bats to make a name for themselves and for some of the draft’s most talented arms to take center stage.

Outside of high-profile pitchers Logan Reddemann and Carson Wiggins, both potential selections in the first two rounds, most of the players taking the field project to hear their names called beginning in the third round and beyond. But that doesn’t make this group any less important.

In fact, some of the best values in both the draft and the hobby often emerge from this tier of talent. Every year, under-the-radar performers use the Combine to elevate their stock, while collectors get an early look at players who could become some of the best long-term buys in the class.

Below, we break down the players who stood out and why collectors should start paying attention before the rest of the hobby catches up.

Here are some of the top performers with cards available prior to the draft.

Logan Reddemann, RHP, UCLA

Reddemann didn’t show off the premium velocity that helped fuel his breakout season at UCLA, but the biggest takeaway from his appearance was simply seeing him back on the mound and looking healthy.

He worked mostly in the low 90s and touched 94 mph, but the stuff still looked crisp and the overall outing should ease concerns about the missed time at the end of the season being related to a more serious injury. Sometimes the radar gun doesn’t tell the whole story, and Reddemann’s ability to get back on the mound and show quality stuff was a win in itself.

I still believe he did enough to solidify his status as a first-round pick, even if it’s now unlikely that he’ll be the second or third pitcher selected as he was trending toward earlier this spring.

From a collecting standpoint, Reddemann remains a fascinating buy. He is featured heavily in Onit products, and his autographs can still be found in the $30 range, which feels like a reasonable entry point for a pitcher with his upside. If he gets into pro ball, stays healthy, and starts piling up strikeouts, his card market could gain traction in a hurry.

This may be one of those opportunities where collectors can get in before the hype returns in full force.

Carson Wiggins, RHP, Arkansas

Wiggins missed the entire season at Arkansas but still managed to put on a show at the Draft Combine. He didn’t fully unleash the fastball, yet still reached 97 mph while also flashing a mid-80s slider that points to real upside on the mound.

There’s still some uncertainty around his immediate path as he’s just a sophomore, so a return to school remains on the table. However, it wouldn’t be surprising to see a team with extra draft pool money take a shot in the 3rd–5th round range and potentially push an above-slot deal to get him signed.

From a hobby perspective, he’s already on the radar. He was featured in Leaf Perfect Game products, with autographs currently showing up in the $10–15 range in auctions. If the stuff continues to tick up as he gets fully healthy, Wiggins has the kind of profile that can move quickly. This makes him a player collectors should look into before he reaches pro ball and gets included in more mainstream products.

Jovorskie Lane, Jr, OF, Texas High School

A super-athletic outfielder and the son of a former NFL player, Lane had a strong showing at the Draft Combine. He flashed real juice in the cage and showed the ability to create lift, consistently getting the ball in the air with impact.

Defensively, he looked comfortable tracking the ball in the outfield, using his plus speed to cover ground, and his arm played better than the typical public scouting grades suggest.

He’s already featured in Panini Stars & Stripes products, and right now his autographs can still be found for under $5. In fact, I recently grabbed a lot of three autos for under $10 shipped, and at that price point, the risk is minimal. If everything clicks, he’s the type of high-upside athlete teams covet who could develop into a true 20/20 type player, making him exactly the kind of early stash collectors should be paying attention to.

Aidan Keenan, RHP, Stanford

Keenan has long been on my radar after I pulled some of his cards from Leaf Perfect Game products. He’s spent most of his college career working out of the bullpen and has battled some control issues, but the raw stuff has always been intriguing enough to keep him on the radar as a buy-low type of arm.

He also missed time this season at Stanford due to injury, similar to a few of the other pitchers mentioned, but still managed to throw the hardest pitch of the day at 98.9 mph. Even more encouraging, he sat around 97 mph throughout, showing it wasn’t just a one-off max-effort velo spike.

At this stage, he’s probably not trending toward the first three rounds unless it’s due to him accepting a below-slot deal, but the foundation is there for real upside. The right landing spot, especially with an organization known for developing bullpen arms into starters, could be huge. If he’s given that opportunity and he sticks as a starter, he’s the kind of arm who could climb boards quickly and start gaining real traction in both scouting circles and the hobby.

AJ Evasco, OF, Kansas State

A prospect who wasn’t initially on my radar, Evasco ended up being one of the more entertaining at-bats of the day. He showed easy left-handed power that comes off almost effortlessly, and the ball absolutely jumps off his bat. He connected on two of the top-10 longest home runs of the day.

Defensively, there were mixed impressions. He didn’t always appear to move with urgency, though his arm strength stood out as a clear plus. It was difficult to tell whether it was a motor question or simply an ease-of-action style which is something that sometimes gets mistaken for lack of effort, similar to the early criticism Andruw Jones faced.

Long-term, he likely profiles best in right field, but the combination of power and arm strength makes him an intriguing upside play regardless of position.

He’s already featured in Leaf Perfect Game products, and his autographs remain inexpensive, making him the definition of a lottery-ticket “buy and stash” prospect. If the hit tool develops and the power translates at the pro level, he’s exactly the type of name collectors will wish they had gotten in on early.

Here are some of the top performers without cards:

Genson Veras, OF, Florida High School

Veras didn’t look like a high schooler at the Combine, thanks in large part to his 6’6” frame and the kind of poise you’d expect from the son of a former MLB reliever in José Veras. He immediately stood out physically, but backed it up with real impact on the field as well.

At the plate, he delivered the hardest hit ball of the day with a 114 mph exit velocity, showing legitimate impact potential that can change games. In the outfield, he also uncorked some strong throws, further reinforcing the overall toolset that makes him so intriguing.

If he signs, there’s a very real chance he becomes one of the bigger sleeper names in Bowman Draft. If he instead honors his commitment to Florida State University, he could be the type of player who develops into a potential first-round pick within the next three years. Either way, the tools are real and he’s firmly a name to track moving forward.

Jack Beck, SS, Tennessee High School

I hadn’t heard much about Beck heading into the Draft Combine, but he wasted no time making an impression. In the batting cage, he turned in one of the loudest offensive showings of the day, launching the longest home run of the session and following it up with the third-farthest ball for good measure.

The raw power showed up consistently, too. He crushed 20 balls over 100 mph exit velocity, a clear indicator of legitimate impact potential at the plate.

His draft path is still a bit of a question mark, as he could go in a range that’s tough to project or ultimately head to college, where he is currently committed to Georgia Southern University per Perfect Game. Either way, this is the kind of name worth filing away early. He is a potential bargain play if everything clicks down the line.

And just like that, the open portion of the 2026 MLB Draft Combine is in the books. Physicals, athletic testing and team meetings will wrap up the week in Arizona.

While Day 2 didn’t feature the same level of high-end, first three round talent as Day 1, it may have been even more important for prospect fans and collectors. This was the day where under-the-radar bats and intriguing arms had a chance to put themselves on the map and introduce themselves to a wider audience.

History has shown that some of the biggest hobby risers don’t always come from the top of the draft board. Every year, players selected outside the early rounds emerge as some of the most sought-after names in Bowman products. Just look at Eric Hartman this year. The next breakout prospect could very well have been on the field during Day 2.

That’s why learning these names now matters. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your prospect collection, identify future sleepers, or stash cards before the rest of the hobby catches on, these are the types of players who can provide tremendous value down the road.

The draft may still be a few weeks away, but the groundwork for the next wave of hobby stars has already begun.