Player Spotlight of the Day: Nicholas Virdo RHP (St. Marguerite, Ontario 2016)

Dan Cevette
New York Scouting Director

Name: Nicholas Virdo
High School: St. Marguerite D'Youville (Ontario)
Position: RHP
Projects As: RHP Starter

Scouting Report on Virdo
Nicholas Virdo RHP (St. Marguerite D’Youville, Ontario 2016)
Virdo stands 6-foot-3 180 pounds and has a high ceiling. His fastball sat 82-84 mph but has the late life on it appearing harder. He steps across his body and gets some extra arm side run because of that, not sure if I would change it or not, works for him. His 69 mph slider had nice sweep to it with 10/4 shape. Virdo is definitely a projectable pitcher at the next level.

Analysis:
Virdo is a very interesting prospect. His velocity won't blow you away at 82-84 but it's firm enough and has some action to it, he misses a lot of bats. There is a lot to like with his size at 6-foot-3 180-pounds and a frame that can hold more. He does throw across his body so not sure if he should change that or stick with it, it does aid in some of his late arm side action and run. If he could get up to 86-87 mph with his sweeping slider, I think he's a big time guy. He's young and he's a very likeable kid, excited to see him progress. **He is a member of the 17U National Team in Canada**

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