Preseason I.D. - Lockport: Infield Analysis
March 29, 2017
By Drew Locascio
Illinois Scouting Director
The inaugural Preseason I.D. - Lockport took place on Monday, February 20th at the Bo Jackson Elite Sports Dome in Lockport, IL. The event was open to all high school classes and had close to 200 participants from around the Chicagoland area.
Monday we begin the analysis from the event with the catchers. Today we continue the roll-out by looking at the infielders.
Top INfield Prospects
1. Anthony Mangano, SS, Lake Zurich, 2020
5-foot-11, 160-pound, lanky, athletically-built left-handed hitting shortstop. Physically advanced for his age. Offensively, balanced, open setup, short stride, fluid rhythm, maintains balance throughout. Line drive hitter, sprayed the ball, level swing with extension, able to backspin the baseball. Recorded an 89 mph exit velocity off a tee. Ran a 7.20 laser-timed 60. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with short action. Fields his position athletically with soft hands and fluid footwork. Clocked at 75 mph across the infield.
2. Brian Adams, SS, Marist, 2019
6-foot-2, 165-pound, athletic middle-infielder with room for physical development. 6.96 runner in the 60, laser-timed. Offensively, switch-hitter, continues to impress with his bat. Slightly more advanced from the left side; simple swing, spray, line-drive approach, bat speed, makes consistent hard contact, 85 mph exit velocity from the left side. Right-handed, quick hands, works the middle of the field, 83 mph exit velocity. Defensively, maintains body control on the move, fluid footwork, soft hands and athletic fielding position. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot, throws clocked at 73 mph across the diamond. High-follow switch-hitter in the 2019 class.
3. Ryan Maher, SS/2B, Brother Rice, 2019
5-foot-11, 175-pound, athletic, right-handed hitting middle-infielder. Offensively, hits from a balanced setup, smooth load, short stride, balance through contact. Simple swing, path works uphill, uses the whole field. Flashed bat speed and hard contact. Exit velocity registered at 82 mph from a tee. Defensively, soft hands, athletic actions, fluid footwork, clean exchange. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Accurate throws clocked at 74 mph across the infield. 7.05 runner in the laser-timed 60.
4. Brendan Carrane, SS/2B, St. Rita, 2019
5-foot-8, 155-pound, left-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, fluid rhythm, line drive hitter, middle of the field approach. Uphill path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 83 mph from a tee. Open, balanced setup, smooth load, good balance through contact. Defensively, has a soft hands and flashes athletic actions. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws had accuracy and were clocked at 78 mph across the diamond. 7.16 runner in the laser-timed 60.
5. Rasheed Bernard, INF/RHP, Simeon, 2017
5-foot-7, 165-pound, two-way player. Offensively, right-handed hitter with fluid rhythm, line drive approach. Present bat speed with a short path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 83 mph from a tee. Balanced setup with a leg kick, some balance through contact. Defensively, soft hands, quick, fluid footwork, clean exchange, athletic actions. Short arm actions from a high ¾ slot. Throws had accuracy and carry, clocked at 80 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.21 laser-timed 60.
6. Bobby Wisz, SS/2B, Lemont, 2019
5-foot-10, 140-pound, wiry-frame middle infielder. Ran a 6.88 laser-timed 60. Offensively, left-handed hitter that creates bat speed for his size, controls the barrel, fluid rhythm, line drive approach, long, level path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 83 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a quick, clean exchange, flashed some athletic actions. Long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 75 mph across the diamond.
7. Nicholas Hofmann, SS/2B, Elk Grove, 2019
5-foot-7, 135-pound, athletic, middle-infielder. Defensively, soft hands, fluid footwork, clean exchange, flashed athletic actions. Short arm action from a ¾ slot. Throws were accurate and clocked at 75 mph across the diamond. Offensively, right-handed hitter, slightly open, balanced setup, smooth load, leg lift. Some looseness in swing, gap-to-gap approach, long path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 84 mph from a tee. 7.03 runner in the 60, laser-timed.
8. Payton Thorne, SS, Metea Valley, 2019
6-foot-2, 170-pound, athletic shortstop. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action, kept throws around the bag, flashed carry, clocked at 78 mph across the infield. Flashed soft hands and clean exchanges. Offensively balanced, short stride, keeps it simple, showed an approach at the plate. Line drive hitter, swings aggressively, gets extension through contact and consistently finds the barrel, recorded an 84 mph exit velocity. Ran a 6.95 laser-timed 60.
9. Jack Brannigan, SS, Marist, 2019
6-foot, 165-pound, athletic, middle-infielder. Impressed with advanced speed for his age; ran a 6.68 laser-timed 60. Offensively, strong, right-handed hitter, some looseness in swing, short path. 82 mph exit velocity from a tee. Balanced setup with a short stride. Defensively, clean exchange, reliable hands. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot, strong arm from across the diamond, throws clocked at 85 mph across the infield.
10. Frank Giamarusti, 2B/SS, Notre Dame, 2019
5-foot-9, 165-pound, strong, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, present bat speed, simple swing, some quick twitch, uphill path. Exit velocity registered at 85 mph from a tee. Hits from an open setup with a leg lift timing trigger. Defensively, soft hands, fluid footwork, quick exchange. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot, quick release. Throws flashed accuracy and carry, clocked at 74 mph across the diamond. 7.02 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Best of the Rest (Listed Alphabetically)
Connor Barry, 1B/RHP, Lincoln-Way Central, 2019
6-foot-2, 165-pound, lanky, two-way prospect with room for physical development. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride. Two piece swing, path works uphill. 80 mph exit velocity. Defensively, has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 72 mph across the diamond. 7.34 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, high shoulders, closed landing. Long arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, works mostly straight, sat 73-74 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, 59-61 mph. Changeup, has feel, 69-70 mph.
Martin Bender, 1B, Lincoln-Way East, 2019
6-foot-3, 240-pound, strong, wide-framed first baseman. Offensively, Balanced setup, fluid rhythm, maintains some balance throughout swing. Possesses advanced strength, swings the bat aggressively, goes gap-to-gap with a long, uphill barrel path. Recorded a 90 mph exit velocity. In the field, throws from a ¾ arm slot, moved well turning double-plays, clean on exchanges. Clocked at 74 mph across the infield. Ran an 8.00 laser-timed 60.
Joshua Bentley, 2B/SS, Lockport, 2019
5-foot-9, 170-pound, right-handed hitting middle-infielder. Offensively, hits from an open, narrow setup with a leg lift timing trigger. Line drive hitter, middle of the field approach, level path. Exit velocity registered at 83 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 73 mph across the diamond. 7.32 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Luke Bentley, 3B/SS, Lockport, 2019
5-foot-8, 182-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, hits from a tall, open setup with a long stride. Some looseness in swing, hits to all fields, uphill path. Exit velocity registered at 80 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a clean exchange, short arm action from a high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 76 mph across the infield. 7.84 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Jake Berguist, 3B, Tinley Park, 2019
5-foot-11, 180-pound, right-handed hitting third baseman. Offensively, simple swing, some strength, short path. Exit velocity registered at 83 mph from a tee. Open setup with a short stride. Defensively, has a clean exchange on the infield. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 73 mph. 7.54 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Charlie Bischoff, 2B/RHP, Plainfield Central, 2019
5-foot-11, 150-pound, two-way player with a thin frame. Offensively, right-handed hitting, swimple swing with a pull side approach, long path. Exit velocity registered at 75 mph from a tee. Tall open setup with a leg kick timing trigger. Defensively, has a clean exchange and reliable hands on the infield. Short, loose arm action from a low ¾ slot. Accurate throws were clocked at 71 mph across the diamond. 7.67 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, stays in line, lands square, athletic finish. Long arm action from a high ¾ window. Fastball, works mostly straight, sat 73-74 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, 59-60 mph. Changeup, flashed fade and sink action, tendency to slow arm speed, 64-67 mph.
Diego Blanco, 2B/SS, Homewood-Flossmoor, 2019
5-foot-8,152-pound, right-handed hitting middle-infielder. Offensively, balanced setup with a leg lift timing trigger. Path works uphill through the zone. 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, has a short arm action from an over the top to high ¾ slot. Throws had accuracy and carry, clocked at 81 mph across the diamond. Flashed some athletic actions and a clean exchange. 7.27 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Riley Boyter, 1B, Lincoln-Way East, 2018
5-foot-11, 210-pound, strong, first baseman. Offensively, starts from an open setup, stride gets back to even. Made some strong contact, slightly uphill path, line drive approach. Exit velocity registered at 84 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 67 mph across the infield. 7.79 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Asher Bradd, 2B/SS, Monticello, 2019
5-foot-9, 145-pound, lanky middle infielder. Offensively, balanced setup, back load, leg kick stride, maintains balance throughout swing. Long barrel path generates bat speed, recorded a 77 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action, kept throws around the bag. Clocked at 71 mph across the field. Ran a 7.30 laser-timed 60.
Daniel Brannigan, RHP/1B, St. Rita, 2019
6-foot, 205-pound, two-way prospect. Offensively, strong, right-handed hitter, line drive approach, path remains flat through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 87 mph from a tee. Balanced setup with a short stride. Defensively, has a short, loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and carry, clocked at 74 mph across the diamond. 8.07 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery with regular effort. High shoulders, falls off the third base side. Short arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, thrown for strikes, sat 76-77 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, maintains arm speed, 68-70 mph. Changeup, works straight, 70-71 mph.
Eric Brociek, RHP/SS, Joliet Catholic, 2019
5-foot-10,136-pound, two-way player with a wiry frame. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, smooth rhythm, lands square, regular effort. Slide step stretch. Long, loose arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, occasional run, sat 75-77 mph. Slider, 10/4 shape, 66-69 mph. Changeup, sink action with some fade, 72-74 mph. Offensively, hits from a wide, open setup with a long stride. Uphill path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 80 mph from a tee. Defensively, has reliable hands on the infield. Loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 75 across the infield. 7.68 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Cameron Bufford, 2B/SS, Marian Catholic, 2019
6-foot-1,158-pound, athletic, middle infielder with a lanky frame. Offensively, right-handed hitter, tall, open setup with a leg lift timing trigger. Line drive approach, level path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 80 mph from a tee. Defensively, soft hands, fluid footwork, clean exchange. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 74 mph across the diamond. 7.20 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Carrington Calhoun, 2B, Homewood-Flossmoor, 2019
5-foot-9, 145-pound, left-handed hitting second baseman. Defensively, has soft hands and a clean exchange. Short arm action from high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 68 mph across the infield. Offensively, hits from a balanced setup with a short stride. Path works long through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 74 mph from a tee. 7.84 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Matt Callahan, 3B/SS, St. Rita, 2019
6-foot-1, 160-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, hits from an open setup with a leg kick timing trigger. Path works slightly uphill through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 79 mph from a tee. Defensively, flashed fluid footwork, hands are reliable. Short, clean arm action, ability to throw from multiple angles. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 78 mph across the infield. 7.49 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Christopher Capperino, 1B/LHP, Lincoln-Way East, 2020
5-foot-11, 180-pound, left-handed pitcher and first baseman. Offensively, tall, open setup, leg lift stride, maintains balance throughout. Line drive hitter, keeps barrel level, consistently hit up the middle. Recorded an 84 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with a long arm action, kept throws around the bag. Clocked at 63 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.63 laser-timed 60. On the mound, works from a high ¾ arm slot with short, firm arm action. Tall and fall delivery, works on-line, lands closed. Fastball clocked at 68-71 mph. 12/6 curveball with gradual break, clocked at 54-57 mph. Changeup clocked at 56-58 mph.
James Carey, SS/RHP, Andrew, 2019
5-foot-11, 150-pound, two-way prospect. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, smooth rhythm, stays in line, athletic finish. Quick, loose arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, works mostly straight, sat 76-77 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, has depth, 63-65 mph. Changeup, has feel, maintains arm speed, flashed sink action, 67-69 mph. Offensively, right-handed hitter, open setup, loads back, long stride. Looseness in swing, line drive approach, long, uphill path. Exit velocity registered at 81 mph from a tee. Defensively, has soft hands and flashed athletic actions. Long arm action from a high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 76 mph across the diamond. 7.22 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Taylor Catton, RHP/3B, Dunlap, 2019
5-foot-7, 155-pound, two-way prospect. On the mound, right-handed pitcher with some projectability. Some effort in delivery, stays in line, lands closed. Short, quick arm action from a ¾ angle. Fastball, works mostly straight, sat 82-86 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, maintains arm speed, late action, 69-71 mph. Slider, two plane, 72-75 mph. Changeup, varied between cut and fade action, 70-74 mph. Defensively, has a long arm action from an over the top to high ¾ slot. Throws had accuracy and carry, clocked at 82 mph across the infield. Reliable hands on the infield. Offensively, hits from a balanced setup with a short stride. Strong contact, long path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 87 mph from a tee. 7.49 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Kevin Coe Jr., 2B/SS, Whitney Young, 2020
5-foot-3, 115-pound, athletic left-handed hitting middle infielder. In the field, works from a high ¾ arm slot with short, quick arm action. Clocked at 73 mph across the infield. Defensively, fielded his position athletically with soft hands, fluid footwork and clean exchanges, showed true feel. Offensively, balanced, open setup, leg kick stride, fluid rhythm, maintains good balance throughout. Line drive hitter, keeps barrel level, good bat control, recorded a 73 mph exit velocity off a tee. Ran a 7.99 laser-timed 60.
Payton Collins, 1B, Lockport, 2020
6-foot-2, 215-pound, right-handed hitting first baseman. Offensively, tall, balanced setup, short stride. Takes a short barrel path to the ball. Recorded an exit velocity of 86 mph off a tee. Defensively, works from a high ¾ arm slot with long arm action. Clocked at 67 mph across the infield. Ran an 8.33 laser-timed 60.
Garret Cook, INF, Plainfield North, 2019
5-foot-11, 165-pound, athletic infielder. Ran a 6.89 laser-timed 60. Offensively, left-handed hitter, flashed bat speed, some hard contact, uphill path through the zone. 85 mph exit velocity. Hits from an open setup with a long stride. Defensively, has a clean exchange, long arm action from a high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 78 mph across the diamond.
Jim Costello, SS, Bremen, 2019
5-foot-10, 155-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, simple swing, some strong contact and quick twitch, short path. Exit velocity registered at 77 mph from a tee. Tall setup with a short stride. Defensively, has a short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 74 mph across the diamond. 7.08 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Giovanni Davila, 2B/SS, Joliet Catholic, 2020
5-foot-9, 140-pound, left-handed hitting middle infielder. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with a short arm action, kept throws around the bag with some carry. Clocked at 74 mph across the infield. Offensively, wide setup, smooth back load, short stride, fluid rhythm, maintains balance throughout. Long, level barrel path, recorded a 76 mph exit velocity off a tee. Ran an 8.11 laser-timed 60.
Kevin Davis, 1B/RHP, Lockport, 2017
6-foot-8, 210-pound, lanky, athletic two-way prospect. On the mound, projectable right-handed pitcher, stretch only with regular effort. Tall and fall delivery, stays in line, lands square. Loose, quick arm action from an over the top angle. Fastball, slight run and sink, sat 83-85 mph. Curveball, 12/6 shape, 68-70 mph. Changeup, maintains near fastball arm speed, works mostly straight, 77-78 mph. Offensively, right-handed hitter, fluid rhythm, line drive approach, level path. Exit velocity registered at 92 mph from a tee. Balanced setup, leg lift, balance through contact. Defensively, fluid footwork, clean exchange, quick release. Long, loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws had carry and clocked at 83 mph from the infield. 7.56 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Drew Delphey, LHP/1B, Oswego, 2019
5-foot-11, 170-pound, two-way player. Offensively, left-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride. Some strong contact, uphill path through the zone. 82 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, has a short arm action from an over the top to high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 71 mph across the diamond. 7.56 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, left-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, stays in line, lands square. Long arm action from an over the top angle. Fastball, works mostly straight, sat 75-76 mph. Curveball, 2/8 shape, 63-68 mph. Changeup, 66-69 mph.
Bobby Dockendorf, INF, Joliet Catholic, 2018
5-foot-7, 130-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, hits from a closed, balanced setup, toe tap trigger, short path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 74 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a long arm action from a low ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 67 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.60 laser-timed 60.
David Duran, 1B, Providence Catholic, 2020
5-foot-10, 210-pound, strong, left-handed hitting first baseman. Offensively, crouching setup, back load, short stride. Line drive hitter, level barrel path, showed real strength at the plate, generates bat speed. Recorded an 86 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, throws right-handed from a high ¾-to-3/4 arm slot with long arm action. Clocked at 59 mph across the infield. Ran an 8.28 laser-timed 60.
George Evangelopoulos, LHP/1B, Stagg, 2021
5-foot-11, 139-pound, lanky left-handed pitcher and first baseman. On the mound, throws from a ¾ arm slot with short arm action and quick arm speed. Pitches with regular effort, works on-line, lands square. Fastball clocked at 71-73 mph, topped out at 74 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, late break, clocked at 67-69 mph. Changeup had arm-side-run, clocked at 69 mph. Defensively possesses a clean arm, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action, kept throws around the bag. Attacked slow roller. Clocked at 71 mph across the infield. Offensively, balanced setup, leg lift stride, maintains balance. Long, level barrel path, recorded a 73 mph exit velocity off a tee. Ran a 7.37 laser-timed 60.
Anthony Fidanzo, INF, Lemont, 2018
5-foot-9, 153-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively balanced, open setup, leg lift trigger. Linne-drive approach, uses the middle of the field, repeats mechanics. Level path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 77 mph from a tee. Defensively, plays through the baseball, clean exchange,reliable hands. Short arm action from a high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws had accuracy and were clocked at 72 mph across the infield. 7.16 runner in the laser-timed 60.
John Gallet, LHP/1B, Lockport, 2019
5-foot-10, 145-pound, two-way player with a wiry frame. On the mound, projectable left-handed pitcher. Tall and fall delivery, slight crossfire, smooth rhythm, toe lands closed, regular effort. Short, loose arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, works mostly straight, sat 71-73 mph. Curveball, 1/7 shape, 56-61 mph. Changeup, sink action, 60-64 mph. Defensively, fluid footwork, reliable hands on the infield. Long, loose arm action from a high ¾ angle. Throws had accuracy and were clocked at 74 mph across the infield. Offensively, balanced, open setup with a short stride, long path. Exit velocity registered at 77 mph from a tee. 7.79 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Mark Garcia, 2B, Joliet West, 2019
5-foot-9, 145-pound, right-handed hitting second baseman. Offensively, hits from an open setup, long stride returns to even. Path works long and uphill. Exit velocity registered at 78 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a long arm action from a ¾ to low ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 66 mph across the diamond. 7.62 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Joe Gonzalez, 2B, Lincoln-Way West, 2019
5-foot-8, 150-pound, right-handed hitting second baseman. Offensively, line-drive approach with a short path. Exit velocity registered at 83 mph from a tee. Hits from a balanced setup with a short stride, maintains balance through contact. Defensively, short arm action from a high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 70 mph across the diamond. Flashed fluid footwork. 7.25 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Gabriel Griffin, INF/RHP, Lockport, 2018
6-foot-1, 170-pound, lanky, two-way player. Offensively, right-handed hitter, open, balanced setup, leg kick, balance through contact. Long, uphill path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 82 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 75 mph from the infield. 7.19 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, stays in line, lands square. Uptempo rhythm with regular effort. Long arm action from a high ¾ slot, some arm speed. Fastball, throws for strikes, firm, sat 75-76 mph. Curveball, has feel, 11/5 shape, some depth, 63-64 mph. Changeup, 62-65 mph.
Van Harrington, 1B, Metea Valley, 2019
6-foot-3, 165-pound, lanky first baseman. Works from a high ¾ arm slot, threw the ball on target across the infield, clocked at 70 mph. Offensively, wide setup, short stride, dives towards the plate, lower half works, maintains some balance. Short, level swing, recorded a 74 mph exit velocity. Ran an 8.63 laser-timed 60.
Zach Heidenry, RHP/2B, Lisle, 2018
6-foot, 170-pound, athletic two-way player. Ran a 6.97 laser-timed 60. Offensively, hits from a balanced setup, leg lift timing trigger, ability to maintain balance through contact. Simple swing, line drive approach, uses the middle of the field, slightly uphill path. Exit velocity registered at 90 mph. Defensively, short arm action from a high 3/3 slot. Throws flashed accuracy and clocked at 77 mph across the diamond. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, stays in line, athletic finish. Short arm action from an over the top angle. Fastball, works straight, sat 75-77 mph. Curveball, has feel, 12/6 shape, gradual action, 58-61 mph. Changeup, sink action, 65-68 mph.
Matthew Helwig, 3B/RHP, Lincoln-Way Central, 2018
5-foot-10, 170-pound, two-way player. On the mound, tall and fall delivery, smooth rhythm, stays in line, athletic finish. Long, loose, quick arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, works mostly straight, sat 82-85 mph. Curveball, has feel, 11/5 shape, depth, sharp action, 69-71 mph. Changeup, thrown for strikes, maintains arm speed, sink action, 76-77 mph. Knuckle, 73-75 mph. Offensively, right-handed hitter, flashed bat speed, looseness in swing, long bat path. Exit velocity registered at 84 mph from a tee. Hits from an open setup with a long stride. Defensively, has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and carry, clocked at 86 mph across the diamond. 7.29 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Dalton Henderson, 1B, Joliet West, 2020
6-foot-2, 230-pound, wide-framed, right-handed hitting first baseman. Offensively, balanced setup, back load, short stride. Short barrel path, generates bat speed. Recorded an 82 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ with a short arm action. Clocked at 68 mph across the infield. Ran a 9.03 laser-timed 60.
Dalton Hoel, INF, Tuscola, 2018
5-foot-8, 145-pound, switch-hitting infielder. Offensively, balanced setup with a short stride. Above average bat speed from both sides of the plate. Path works uphill through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 82 mph from the right side and 79 mph from the left. Defensively, flashed athletic actions, reliable hands, short, quick footwork. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 77 mph across the infield. 7.17 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Brandon Hutson, 3B/RHP, Plainfield North, 2019
6-foot-3, 180-pound, lanky, athletic multi-positional prospect. On the mound, works from a high ¾ arm slot with quick arm speed and short arm action. Tall and fall delivery with some effort, stays tall at balance point, works on-line, lands square and finishes athletically. Fastball clocked at 80-82 mph, topped out at 83 mph. 11/5 curveball, clocked at 70-74 mph. Sinking changeup clocked at 74-76 mph. Offensively, balanced setup, bar load, short stride, keeps it simple. Line drive hitter, will occasionally go gap-to-gap, keeps barrel level, recorded an 87 mph exit velocity. Throws from a high ¾ arm slot with long, firm arm action, kept throws around the bag, clocked at 82 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.34 laser-timed 60.
Ghavin James, RHP/3B, Crystal Lake South, 2019
6-foot-4, 210-pound, strong, athletic right-handed pitcher and third baseman. On the mound, works from an over-the-top arm angle with a long arm action. Tall and fall delivery with regular effort, works on-line, lands square, finishes athletically. Fastball flashed sink, clocked at 77-79 mph. 12/6 curveball, clocked at 68-70 mph. Changeup clocked at 69-72 mph. Offensively, wide setup, back load, leg lift stride, maintains balance. Long, uphill barrel path, showed strength at the plate, recorded a 91 mph exit velocity. Defensively, throws from multiple arm slots, clocked at 78 mph across the infield. Ran an 8.15 laser-timed 60.
Thomas Jaros, LHP/1B, Lockport, 2018
6-foot-3, 193-pound, two-way player. Offensively, left-handed hitter, hits from a tall, narrow, open setup, with a short stride. Short path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 92 mph from the outfield. Defensively, has some feel at first, clean exchange. Long arm action from a ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 71 mph across the infield. 7.60 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, left-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery with regular effort. Long arm action from an over the top angle. Fastball, slight run, 73-74 mph. Curveball, some feel, 12/6 shape, 54-60 mph. Changeup, feel, sink and fade action, kept down, 63-67 mph.
Peter Jerszynski IV, 1B, Rochester, 2020
5-foot-11, 175-pound, strong, wide-shouldered left-handed hitting first baseman. Offensively, wide setup, no stride, explosive lower half. Barreled the ball up with aggressive approach at the plate, uphill barrel path, generates fast-to-explosive bat speed. Recorded an 82 mph exit velocity. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with short, firm action. Clocked at 71 mph across the infield. Ran an 8.41 laser-timed 60.
Zack Jurgens, 3B, Lincoln-Way East, 2019
6-foot-2, 170-pound, lanky, athletic third baseman. Offensively, balanced setup, loads back, short toe stride, has loose hands, fluid rhythm throughout swing. Line drive hitter, sprayed the ball with a level barrel path, recorded an 86 mph exit velocity. Defensively, showed quick footwork, clean on exchanges, maintained body control. Throws from a ¾ arm slot, regularly hit the target at first base, clocked at 69 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.18 laser-timed 60.
Trevor King, 3B/RHP, Glenbard West, 2020
6-foot-1, 210-pound, large frame, third baseman and right-handed pitcher. Offensively, open setup, back load, fluid rhythm. Big body, flashed bat speed. Recorded an 84 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, throws from a high ¾-to-3/4 arm slot with a short arm action. Clocked at 73 mph across the infield. On the mound, works from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action. Tall and fall delivery with regular effort. Fastball clocked at 73-75 mph, topped out at 76 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, thrown with near fastball arm speed, clocked at 60-62 mph. Sweeping cutter, clocked at 67-69 mph. Changeup clocked at 67-69 mph. Ran a 9.35 laser-timed 60.
Matt Kocinski, INF, Sandburg, 2018
5-foot-10, 155-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, fluid rhythm with looseness in swing. Line drive hitter with a pull-side approach, uphill path. Exit velocity registered at 82 mph from a tee. Hits from a open, balanced setup, smooth load, short stride. Ability to maintain balance through contact. Defensively, soft hands, fluid footwork, clean exchange. Long arm action from a high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 79 mph across the diamond. 7.23 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Steven Kronenberger, 2B/RHP, Sandburg, 2019
5-foot-4, 125-pound, two-way player. Offensively, hits from an open, balanced setup, slight back load, long stride. Short, level path through the zone, aggressive swings. Exit velocity registered at 73 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 73 mph across the diamond. 7.47 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery with some effort, stretch only. Long arm action from an over the top angle. Fastball, thrown for strikes, sat 70-71 mph. Curveball, has 11/5 shape, 60-64 mph. Changeup, works mostly straight, 65-67 mph.
Jac Lindish, 3B/RHP, Plainfield Central, 2019
5-foot-10, 160-pound, two-way prospect. Offensively, right-handed hitter with present bat speed and quick twitch. Fluid rhythm, line drive approach with a short path. Exit velocity registered at 88 mph from a tee. Hits from a crouched setup, loads back, toe tap trigger. Defensively, flashed fluid footwork. Has a short arm action from a ¾ slot. Accurate throws clocked at 71 mph across the diamond. 7.08 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery, stays in line, lands square, athletic finish. Short arm action from an over the top angle. Fastball, throws for strikes, works mostly straight, sat 70-72 mph. Curveball, 61-66 mph. Changeup, best offspeed pitch, maintains arm speed, thrown for strikes, some sink, 62-63 mph.
Nate Madej, 1B, Lemont, 2017
6-foot, 200-pound, left-handed hitting first baseman with a strong frame. Offensively, line drive, opposite field approach, strong contact, short, uphill path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 90 mph. Wide setup, back load, short stride, good balance through contact. Defensively, athletic actions, clean exchange, fluid footwork. Long, loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws had accuracy and carry, clocked at 86 mph across the infield. 7.61 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Carlos Martinez, SS/RHP, Grant, 2019
5-foot-5, 132-pound, two-way player. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, slight backload, toe tap timing trigger. Line drive approach, some backspin, level path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 78 mph from a tee. Defensively, quick footwork, flashed athletic actions. Long arm action from a low ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 78 mph across the diamond. 7.16 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher with a three pitch feel. Tall and fall delivery with regular effort. Stays in line, finishes upright. Long arm action from a ¾ angle. Fastball, thrown for strikes, slight sink action, sat 76-78 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, slurve action, 66-67 mph. Changeup, maintains arm speed, slight sink and fade action, 69-71 mph.
Seth Masters, 1B/LHP, Sandburg, 2018
6-foot-2, 165-pound, two-way prospect with a lanky frame. Offensively, left-handed hitter, fluid rhythm, loose swing, occasional hard contact, uphill path. Exit velocity registered at 91 mph from a tee. Hits from a tall setup with a long stride. Defensively, has a clean exchange. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed carry and were clocked at 78 mph across the infield. 7.44 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, projectable, left-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery with some effort. Smooth rhythm, falls off to first base, lands closed, finishes upright. Long arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, arm side run, sat 77 mph. Curveball, 12/6 shape, gradual action, 65-69 mph. Changeup, occasional cut, kept down, 70-71 mph.
Ryan Mintz, SS/RHP, Willowbrook, 2019
6-foot, 160-pound, athletic, two-way player. Offensively, right-handed hitter, strong, gap-to-gap approach, some looseness. Path works uphill. Exit velocity registered at 82 mph. Hits from an open, balanced setup with a short stride. Defensively, has reliable hands on the infield. Short arm action from a low ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 77 mph across the infield. 7.16 runner on the laser-timed 60. On the mound, projectable right-handed pitcher, drop and drive delivery with some effort. Short, quick arm action from a low ¾ angle. Fastball, works straight, sat 80 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, gradual action, 62-63 mph. Changeup, arm side run, 67-69 mph.
Matthew Mirabella, SS/RHP, Marist, 2019
6-foot-2, 150-pound, two-way prospect with a lanky frame. Offensively, right-handed hitter, open, balanced setup with a leg lift timing trigger. Path stays level through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 78 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a clean exchange, short arm action from a high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 73 mph across the infield. 7.73 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, projectable right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery with smooth rhythm. Short, loose arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, works mostly straight, 75-76 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, has depth, 62-63 mph. Changeup, maintains arm speed, flashed fade action, 67-68 mph.
Anthony Montalbano, 2B/SS, Andrew, 2019
5-foot-5, 140-pound, athletic middle infielder. Defensively, quick footwork, athletic actions with a quick, clean exchange. Short arm action from a ¾ to low ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 78 mph across the diamond. Offensively, right-handed hitter, balanced setup, with a short stride. Uphill path with some strength in swing. Exit velocity registered at 79 mph from a tee. 7.11 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Jacob Mucha, SS/2B, Providence Catholic, 2020
6-foot, 160-pound, lanky, athletic left-handed hitting middle infielder. Offensively, balanced, open setup, back load, leg kick stride, fluid rhythm. Gap-to-gap hitter, loose, easy swing, uphill barrel path. Recorded an 81 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, works from an over-the-top-to-high ¾ arm slot with a long arm action. Clocked at 79 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.48 laser-timed 60.
Nick Muscolino, 3B, Lemont, 2020
6-foot, 160-pound, lanky third baseman. Offensively, tall, balanced setup, long stride, stays loose. Line drive hitter, level barrel path. Recorded an 81 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, throws from a ¾ arm slot with short arm action, kept throws around the bag. Clocked at 74 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.84 laser-timed 60.
Tyler Oman, C/INF, Faith Lutheran, 2020
5-foot-9, 158-pound, right-handed hitting multi-positional prospect. Worked out on the infield and behind the plate. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with firm arm action. Clocked at 60 mph out of the crouch and 65 mph across the infield. Recorded pop times between 2.58-2.75. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride. Uphill barrel path, recorded a 67 mph exit velocity. Ran a 7.85 laser-timed 60.
Jimmy Patock, RHP/3B, St. Laurence, 2018
6-foot, 180-pound, two-way player. Offensively, right-handed hitter, present bat speed, simple swing with looseness, long path. Exit velocity registered at 87 mph. Balanced setup, slight load, short stride. Defensively, clean exchange, reliable hands on the infield. Long arm action from a ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 78 mph across the infield. 7.95 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, stays in line, athletic finish, some effort in delivery. Long, quick arm action from a ¾ angle. Fastball, sink action, sat 81-82 mph. Curveball, sweeping action, early break, 65-67 mph. Changeup, slight fade, 72-74 mph.
Jake Pileggi, 3B, Downers Grove South, 2019
5-foot-11, 165-pound, third baseman and right-handed pitcher. In the field, works from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action, kept throws around the bag, clocked at 74 mph across the infield. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride, barrel takes an uphill path, recorded a 77 mph exit velocity off a tee. On the mound, works from a ¾ arm slot with short arm action. Works on-line, lands square and finishes in an upright position. Fastball clocked at 72-73 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, gradual break, clocked at 63-64 mph. Changeup, kept down in the zone, clocked at 65-66 mph. Ran a 7.52 laser-timed 60.
Tyler Pransky, SS/2B, Joliet West, 2019
5-foot-9, 145-pound, right-handed hitting middle-infielder. Offensively, hits from a balanced setup, loads back, long stride. Some looseness in swing, line drive approach, short, slightly uphill path. Exit velocity registered at 78 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Accurate throws clocked at 70 mph from across the diamond. Ran a 7.07 laser-timed 60.
Devin Redmond, 2B, Lincoln-Way East, 2020
5-foot-8, 140-pound, lanky second baseman. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with loose arm action, kept throws around the bag. Clocked at 70 mph across the infield. Offensively, wide, balanced setup, hands load back, short stride. Line drive hitter, sprayed the ball around the field, recorded a 74 mph exit velocity off a tee. Ran a 7.87 laser-timed 60.
Luis Salinas, RHP/1B, St. Ignatius, 2020
5-foot-10, 150-pound, lanky right-handed pitcher and first baseman. On the mound, works from a sidearm angle with long arm action. Tall and fall delivery, works on-line, lands toe closed, finishes athletically. Fastball flashed run, clocked at 65-68. Cutter clocked at 66-68 mph. Sinking changeup, clocked at 62-63 mph. In the field, throws from a submarine arm slot with a long arm action. Clocked at 62 mph across the infield. Offensively, tall, open setup, long stride. Level barrel path, recorded a 71 mph exit velocity off a tee. Ran a 7.73 laser-timed 60.
Steven Salvino, SS/2B, Lockport, 2018
5-foot-10, 160-pound, right-handed hitting middle-infielder. Offensively, hits from a balanced setup, back load, leg kick timing trigger. Fluid rhythm, gap-to-gap approach, consistent barrells, long path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 78 mph from a tee. Defensively, soft hands, clean exchange, some athletic actions. Short arm action, throws from multiple angles. Throws clocked at 77 mph across the diamond. Ran a 7.00 laser-timed 60.
Jack Sauser, RHP/3B, Normal University, 2019
6-foot-4, 170-pound, lanky right-handed pitcher and third baseman. On the mound, good projectability, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with a long arm action. Tall and fall delivery, easy effort, maintains balance, works on-line, lands square, finishes falling off the mound. Fastball thrown at good downward angle, clocked at 79-81 mph, topped out at 82 mph. Slider, 11/5 shape, early action, clocked at 71-73 mph. Changeup clocked at 67-71. In the field, works from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action. Clocked at 79 mph across the infield. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride, maintains balance throughout. Uphill barrel path, generates bat speed, recorded an 83 mph exit velocity. Ran a 7.91 laser-timed 60.
Jalen Scales, INF, Marian Catholic, 2019
5-foot-9, 215-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, hits from a balanced setup with a short stride. Short, level path through the zone. 77 mph exit velocity from a tee. Defensively, plays through the baseball, clean exchange. Long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 67 mph across the infield. 7.81 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Devin Seibert, 3B/RHP, Barrington, 2018
5-foot-10, 165-pound, two-way prospect. Offensively, right-handed hitter, flashed bat speed, some looseness, uphill path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 83 mph. Hits from a tall, open setup with a long stride. Defensively, has a short arm action from a high ¾ slot. 7.35 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, stays in line, lands open, finishes upright. Some effort in delivery. Short arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, works mostly straight, sat 76-78 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, gradual action, 61-62 mph. Changeup, best offspeed pitcher, fade action, 68-70 mph.
Jacob Shearer, SS/2B, Plainfield North, 2019
5-foot-10, 145-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Defensively, attacks the ball, clean exchange. Long arm action from a low ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 74 mph across the diamond. Offensively, wide setup, toe tap timing trigger, long path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 71 mph from a tee. 7.34 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Nick Skrabis, 3B/RHP, Carl Sandburg, 2019
6-foot, 185-pound, two-way prospect. On the mound, right-handed pitcher with some projectability. Smooth rhythm, stays in line, easy effort. Long, loose arm action from a ¾ angle. Showed a three pitch feel. Fastball, arm side run, 75-77 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, early action, 66-67 mph. Changeup, fade action, 65-67 mph. Offensively, left-handed hitter, open setup, stride returns to even. Path works uphill through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 80 mph from a tee. Defensively, has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 82 mph across the infield. 7.74 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Jack Small, 1B, Lemont, 2018
6-foot-2, 200-pound, strong, first baseman. Offensively, right-handed hitter, flashed bat speed and looseness, some strong contact. Path works uphill. Exit velocity registered at 92 mph. Hits from a crouched, open setup with a short stride. Defensively, has a short arm action from a high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 72 mph across the infield. 7.49 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Ben Steiner, 3B, Montini Catholic, 2018
5-foot-10, 175-pound, right-handed hitting third baseman. Offensively, strong contact, some looseness in swing, line-drive approach. Long path through the zone with some barrel control. Exit velocity registered at 83 mph from a tee. Hits from a balanced setup with a short stride. Defensively, clean exchange with reliable hands on the infield. Arm works short with ability to throw from multiple angles. Throws clocked at 76 mph across the infield. 7.56 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Anthony Stellato, INF, Downers Grove South, 2019
5-foot-11, 155-pound, athletic left-handed hitting middle infielder. Ran a 7.21 laser-timed 60. Defensively, fields his position athletically, soft hands, fluid footwork and quick on exchanges. Throws from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action, kept throws around the bag. Clocked at 75 mph across the infield. Offensively, open setup, short leg kick stride, maintains balance throughout. Long, level barrel path, generates bat speed, recorded an 82 mph exit velocity off a tee.
Austin Stone, SS/RHP, Stagg, 2021
6-foot-1, 175-pound, lanky, athletic left handed hitting shortstop and right-handed pitcher. On the mound, works from a ¾ arm slot with short arm action. Tall and fall delivery, works on-line, lands square and finishes in an athletic position. Fastball clocked at 70-72 mph, topped out at 75 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, clocked at 60-62 mph. Changeup clocked at 62 mph. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action, kept throws around the bag. Clocked at 62 mph across the infield. Offensively, tall setup, short stride, keeps it simple. Line drive hitter, short barrel path, up the middle majority of hits. Recorded a 73 mph exit velocity off a tee. Ran a 7.61 laser-timed 60.
Michael Susnar, 1B, Minooka, 2020
6-foot-3, 215-pound, right-handed hitting first baseman. Offensively, tall, balanced setup, short stride. Showed strength at the plate, level, long barrel path, generates bat speed. Recorded a 74 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, works from a high ¾ arm slot with short arm action. Exhibited good footwork on double play turns. Clocked at 64 mph across the infield. Ran an 8.45 laser-timed 60.
Joseph Tor, RHP/1B, Lockport, 2019
6-foot, 203-pound, two-way player. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, stays in line, some effort in delivery. Short arm action from a ¾ angle. Fastball, cut action, sat 76-78 mph. Changeup, fade action, 60-62 mph. Curveball, thrown for strikes, 12/6 shape, gradual break, 55-58 mph. Offensively, right-handed hitter, pull-side approach, some strong contact, uphill path. Exit velocity registered at 77 mph from a tee. Open setup with a leg lift timing trigger. Defensively, fluid footwork, clean exchange. Long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and were clocked at 76 mph across the infield. 7.34 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Nathan Wantland, 2B, Morris, 2018
5-foot-8, 150-pound, right-handed hitting second baseman. Defensively, flashed fluid footwork, clean exchange with reliable hands on the infield. Short arm action from high ¾ to ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 73 mph across the diamond. Offensively,hits from a balanced setup with a short stride and good balance through contact. Line drive approach with a long path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 78 mph. Ran a 7.51 laser-timed 60.
Matt Watson, INF, Lincoln-Way East, 2019
5-foot-10, 150-pound, right-handed hitting infielder. Offensively, balance setup, high hands in load, leg lift timing trigger. Line drive approach, occasional hard contact, short path. Exit velocity registered at 76 mph from a tee. Defensively, good body control, has a short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws flashed accuracy and carry, clocked at 79 mph across the diamond. 7.13 runner in the laser-timed 60.
John Weis, 3B/RHP, Lockport, 2019
5-foot-11, 165-pound, two-way prospect. Offensively, left-handed hitter, fluid rhythm, present bat speed, loose swing, some hard contact, uphill path. 81 mph exit velocity from a tee. Open setup, leg kick timing trigger, balance through contact. Defensively, flashed athletic actions, reliable hands. Short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws were accurate and clocked at 76 mph across the diamond. 7.85 runner in the laser-timed 60. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, tall and fall delivery with regular effort, stays in line, lands square. Fastball, works straight, sat 75-76 mph. Curveball, 12/6 shape, 60-62 mph. Changeup, flashed sink, 68-70 mph.
Nolan Weis, SS/RHP, Lockport, 2019
5-foot-11, 150-pound, switch-hitting, two-way player. Offensively, similar setup from both sides, balanced with a leg lift timing trigger. From the right-side, fluid rhythm, bat speed, some looseness, uphill path. Level path with some quick twitch from the left. Exit velocity registered at 82 mph from the right, 76 mph from the left. Defensively, has a short, loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 78 mph across the diamond. On the mound, right-handed pitcher, drop and drive delivery with some effort, good balance point. Short arm action from a high ¾ angle. Fastball, flashed arm side run, sat 77-78 mph. Curveball, 11/5 shape, early break, 62-66 mph. Changeup, some sink, 66-70 mph.
Cannon Whitby, INF, Hinsdale Central, 2018
5-foot-9, 155-pound, strong, right-handed hitting infielder. Ran a 6.95 laser-timed 60. Offensively, hits from an open setup, hands drop in load, leg kick trigger. Present bat speed, some looseness in swing, uphill path through the zone. Exit velocity registered at 85 mph from a tee. Defensively, flashed quick footwork, reliable hands. Long arm action from an over the top slot. Throws flashed accuracy and carry, clocked at 83 mph across the infield.
Ben Wielgos, 2B/SS, Plainfield Central, 2019
5-foot-4, 120-pound, right-handed hitting second baseman. Defensively, showed flowed footwork, quick exchange, and flashed athletic actions. Long arm action from a ¾ slot. Throws clocked at 68 mph across the infield. Offensively, hits from an open setup, stride gets back to even. Path works long and uphill. Exit velocity registered at 72 mph from a tee. 7.96 runner in the laser-timed 60.
Collin Wilma, RHP/3B, Tinley Park, 2019
6-foot-3, 175-pound, athletically-built right-handed pitcher and third baseman. Live arm and high ceiling 2019 arm. On the mound, good projectability, works from a high ¾ arm slot with a long, loose arm action. Tall and fall delivery, smooth rhythm, works on-line, lands square, finishes in an athletic position. Fastball flashed arm-side-run, clocked at 81-82 mph, topped out at 83 mph. 11/5 curveball, clocked at 59-62 mph. Slider, downward action, clocked at 72-75 mph. Changeup flashed sinking action, clocked at 75-78 mph. In the field, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with long, loose arm action, kept throws around the bag with carry. Clocked at 83 mph across the infield. Offensively, balanced setup, short stride, barrel works uphill, generates bat speed. Recorded an 88 mph exit velocity off a tee. Ran a 7.64 laser-timed 60.
Dylan Wolff, 3B, Joliet West, 2020
6-foot, 170-pound, left-handed hitting lanky third baseman. Defensively, throws from a ¾ arm slot with a short, loose arm action. Clocked at 78 mph across the infield. Fields his position with soft hands and clean exchanges. Ran a 7.36 laser-timed 60. Offensively, balanced setup, toe tap stride, maintains good balance throughout. Line drive hitter, has ability to go gap-to-gap, long barrel path, generates bat speed. Recorded an 80 mph exit velocity.
Cristian Young, 3B, Joliet Catholic, 2020
5-foot-8, 140-pound, right-handed hitting third baseman. Offensively, balanced, open setup, leg lift stride, maintains balance throughout. Line drive hitter, good approach at the plate, controls the barrel, short, level barrel path, recorded a 73 mph exit velocity off a tee. Defensively, throws from a high ¾ arm slot with long arm action, kept throws around the bag. Fields his position athletically, clocked at 68 mph across the infield. Ran a 7.88 laser-timed 60.
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