Sarasota High Infielder Braedon Mackay Commits to Florida Baseball

The class of 2027 prospect is the seventh high school player to pledge to the Gators' 2027 recruiting class.

Jan. 31, 2026 at 4:31pm

Sarasota High School junior infielder Braedon Mackay has committed to play baseball at the University of Florida. Mackay, a top-40 prospect in the 2027 high school class, had a strong junior season, batting .309 with 28 RBIs and one home run. He also excelled on the mound, posting a 1.38 ERA with 30 strikeouts in 25.1 innings.

Why it matters

Mackay's commitment is a significant addition to Florida's 2027 recruiting class, which now includes seven high school players. The Gators are building a talented group for the future, and Mackay's all-around skills make him a valuable prospect.

The details

At 6-foot-4 and 200 pounds, Mackay has the size and athleticism to play multiple infield positions. His above-average arm strength and bat speed are seen as his top tools, and he's already shown the ability to drive the ball for extra-base hits. While he's considered a draft prospect, Mackay has elected to commit to Florida early in the recruiting cycle.

  • Braedon Mackay committed to the Florida Gators on Monday, January 30, 2026.

The players

Braedon Mackay

A junior infielder at Sarasota High School who committed to play baseball at the University of Florida.

Florida Gators

The Division I baseball program at the University of Florida that Braedon Mackay has committed to play for.

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What’s next

Mackay will continue his high school career at Sarasota High School, where he will look to build on his strong junior season and prepare for his future at the University of Florida.

The takeaway

Braedon Mackay's commitment to the Florida Gators is a significant addition to the program's 2027 recruiting class. His well-rounded skill set and potential make him an exciting prospect, and his early pledge to the Gators demonstrates the program's ability to attract top talent from the state of Florida.