Hunter Pence's nephew reclassifies to enter 2027 MLB Draft

A new name with a strong pedigree has entered the 2027 MLB Draft.

Striker Pence — the nephew of former four-time All-Star Hunter Pence — announced on Thursday, June 4, that he has reclassified to the 2027 class to earn draft eligibility for next year's draft.

Pence was previously the No. 1 ranked played in the 2028 high school class, according to Baseball America. Pence pitched at Santiago High School in Corona, California.

Just 17-years old, Pence can clock 101 mph with his impressive fastball. The 6-foot-6 right-handed pitcher also features a slider and splitter in his arsenal. The slider sits in the mid-80s, while the splitter is in the upper 80s.

Last August, Pence caught the attention of the baseball world when he fired seven straight pitches clocked at 100 mph at the Area Codes game at Blair Field in Long Beach, California.