"1. ST. JOHN BOSCO: The return of pitcher Julian Garcia from injury adds to a senior-laden team for defending Division 1 champions. 2. ORANGE LUTHERAN: Full of talent, but it all comes down to finding two pitchers who will deliver complete games in the playoffs. 3. HARVARD-WESTLAKE: Improved pitching, solid hitting and elite freshmen make the Wolverines title contenders. 4. HUNTINGTON BEACH: With junior pitcher/outfielder Jared Grindlinger leading the way, Oilers will once again make plenty of waves."
"5. CORONA: Outfielder Anthony Murphy, pitcher Mason Sims, shortstop Trey Ebel show the cupboard isn't bare. 6. SHERMAN OAKS NOTRE DAME: The pitching depth is off the charts, now if only the hitters can come through. 7. SANTA MARGARITA: Shortstop Brody Schumaker is the real deal and beware of sophomore pitcher Tyler George. 8. ROYAL: There are 23 seniors, led by pitchers Dustin Dunwoody (Arizona commit),"
Preseason top 25 rankings place St. John Bosco at No. 1, noting the return of pitcher Julian Garcia and a senior-laden roster as defending Division 1 champions. Orange Lutheran sits second but needs two pitchers who can deliver complete playoff games. Harvard-Westlake shows improved pitching, solid hitting and impactful freshmen. Huntington Beach will be led by junior Jared Grindlinger. Several programs emphasize pitching depth, including Sherman Oaks Notre Dame, Cypress and Sierra Canyon. Royal features a large senior class with multiple committed pitchers. Top players highlighted include Anthony Murphy, Mason Sims, Trey Ebel, Brody Schumaker and Jaden Walk-Green.
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