Finally, we get to the top 10 prospect from our February 5th Unsigned Senior Showcase. The list is littered with players from across the state. Both Jonathan Alder and Cincinnati Moeller contributed two players to the list. Read more ...




1. Anderson Hasting, 3B/RHP, Jonathan Alder
Solid, athletic prospect that registered a 5.19 40-yard dash. He is a legitimate two-way prospect. In the field, he shows soft hands and above average footwork. He uses long arm action through a high ¾ arm slot to reach a top velocity of 81 mph across the infield. At the plate, the right-handed hitter has a fluid rhythm to his swing. He uses an explosive lower half with bat speed. On the mound, the right-handed pitcher uses quick, long arm action through a ¾ arm slot. He shows excellent command of an 83-87 mph fastball with late run. His curve sits at 69-73 mph and late, 10/4 breaking action. His changeup is thrown near fastball arm speed and sits at 66-67 mph with fading action.

 

2. Zach Williams, RHP, Moeller
The 6’3, 185-pound right-handed pitcher has a tall, projectable frame. He uses quick arm speed through an over the top arm slot. He shows command of a heavy 84-86 mph 4-seam fastball. He also displayed a 2-seam fastball with sink that sits at 85-86 mph. His curveball shows late 11/5 break and sits at 69-70 mph. He can continue to develop the effectiveness of this pitch. His changeup is his best out pitch. He throws it near fastball arm speed and it fluctuates between 74-78 mph. The pitch shows effective arm side sink.

 

3. Wes Fauver, MIF/RHP, Jonathan Alder
Short, solid prospect that registered a 5.44 40-yard dash. In the field, he shows excellent actions with fluid footwork, soft hands, and a quick exchange. He uses short, quick arm action through a ¾ arm slot to reach a top velocity of 81 mph across the infield. At the plate, the right-handed hitter is solid contact hitter that generates hard line drives. He shows opposite field tendencies in his swing. There is more power to come as he better incorporates his lower half. On the mound, the right-handed uses a max effort delivery. He shows quick arm action as he generates an 80-83 mph fastball with arm side run. His curveball sits at 65-66 mph and shows late, 11/5 breaking action. He shows command of a 64-67 mph fading changeup, but has a tendency to slow down his arm action.

 

4. Zak Hood, RHP, Dublin Coffman
The 5’11, 175-pound right-handed pitcher has a strong, lean build. He uses quick arm action through a high ¾ arm slot. He throws a heavy fastball with arm side run that sits at 85-86 mph (we have seen him up to 88 several times over the past 6 months). His curveball shows late, sharp 12/6 break and sits at 70-71 mph. Meanwhile, his changeup shows sink and sits at 72-74 mph.

 

5. John Hakemoller, RHP, Moeller
The 5’11, 205-pound right-handed pitcher has a thick, solid build. He uses a smooth and easy delivery along with quick arm speed through a high ¾ arm slot. He shows command of a heavy fastball that has effective ASR and sits at 85-86 mph. His curveball is his best out pitch. It stays between 73-75 mph and has sharp, late 11/5 break. His changeup is thrown near fastball arm speed and sits at 74-76 mph, but lacks consistency in the zone.

 

6. Jake Wright, OF/RHP, Delaware Hayes
Solid, muscular prospect with average height. Registered a 5.31 40-yard dash. Potential two-way prospect at the next level. In the outfield, he plays through the baseball and uses a quick transfer as he reaches a top velocity of 84 mph. Likely projects as a corner outfielder. At the plate, the left-handed hitter uses a slightly open stance with a smooth, easy load. He incorporates a strong lower half with quick bat speed. He is a line drive hitter with gap-to-gap potential. On the mound, the right-handed pitcher uses quick arm speed through an over the top arm slot. His fastball sits 81-85 mph. His curveball shows gradual 12/6 break and sits at 65-68 mph. His changeup needs additional development. He throws it near fastball arm speed, but it is straight and sits at 77-78 mph.

 

7. Mitchell Lendenski, MIF/OF, Loveland
Athletic, solid middle infielder that registered a 5.15 40-yard dash time on a slow, turf track.  In the field, he shows the versatility to play both the infield and outfield. In the infield, he shows a quick, clean exchange and transfer while generating a top velocity of 75 mph across the infield. In the outfield, he is aggressive and plays through the ball while reaching a top velocity of 82 mph. At the plate, the left-handed hitter uses an open setup with a big load. He shows an explosive lower half and quick bat speed with a slight uphill path to the ball.

 

8. Austin Hall, C, Wheelersburg
Tall, athletic prospect that registered a 5.09 40-yard dash. Behind the plate, he shows quick arm action and good footwork. His pop time registered between 1.94 to 2.13 with a top velocity of 77 mph. At the plate, the right-handed hitter sets up in a slight crouch. He a simple swing with an easy load. His quick bat speed helps generate consistent line drives and the occasional pull power.

 

9. Taylor Cooper, LHP/OF, Defiance
Small, athletic prospect that registered a 5.18 40-yard dash. In the outfield, he shows fluid, athletic actions. He reached a top velocity of 82 mph. At the plate, the left-handed hitter uses rotational mechanics. He uses a balance setup with quick bat speed to hit consistent line drives to all fields. He will increase his power by improving the use of his lower half. On the mound, the left-hander shows quick arm speed through a high ¾ arm slot. His fastball sits 82-84 mph and shows natural cut. His curveball sits 64-65 mph with 1/7 breaking action. His changeup is thrown near fastball arm speed and sits at 70-71 mph.

 

10. Jake Wagner, MIF/RHP, Lakota West
Lanky, athletic prospect that registered a 5.37 40-yard dash. In the field, he showed good actions with fluid footwork, soft hands, and a quick transfer. He uses short arm action through a high ¾ arm slot to reach a top velocity of 78 mph across the infield. At the plate, he is a line drive type hitter that uses a short stride and quick bat speed. On the mound, he uses a slow rhythm. He displays long, loose arm action through a high ¾ arm slot. His fastball registers at 80-83 mph. His curveball shows sharp 12/6 break and registers at 69-72 mph. He shows great command of a changeup that is thrown near fastball arm speed and shows excellent sink while registering at 75-77 mph.