Lawrence Academy pitcher John Paone (Kyle Prudhomme/NEBJ)
The summer travel baseball season is drawing to a close for high school and prep prospects, and we will begin our Summer Riser Series this week to highlight those players who helped improve their respective stocks.
August is also an important month for prospects who have pro aspirations, as the Area Code Games, Perfect Game All-American Game, and Summer Rivalry Classic draw MLB scouts to watch high school and prep prospects.
We also typically see plenty of movement at the pro levels, with high-performing prospects earning promotions within minor league systems and to big-league clubs.
Here's a look at five New England prospects who have boosted their respective stocks in the eyes of MLB scouts.
