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Frank Thomas III Commits to Auburn, Strengthening Tigers’ No. 8-Ranked 2027 Class

The IMG Academy prospect becomes the 11th pledge in Auburn’s 2027 group ranked No. 8 by Perfect Game.

Overview

  • He announced his decision on X on Oct. 20.
  • He is the son of Hall of Famer Frank Thomas, who starred at Auburn and has a statue outside Plainsman Park.
  • He plays at IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, is in the 2027 class, bats and throws left-handed, and is rated a top-50 recruit by Perfect Game.
  • Reports differ on his position, listing him either as a first baseman/outfielder or as a left-handed pitcher and first baseman.
  • The commitment follows Auburn’s 2025 surge under Butch Thompson, including its first hosted super regional and first top-four NCAA seed, with a Saturday exhibition against the Savannah Bananas on the fall schedule.