Illinois Recruiting Roundup: In Depth Scouting Notes on Recent Illinois Commitments
December 20, 2014
By Ryan Quigley
Illinois Scouting Director
Every Friday National Scouting Supervisor Nathan Rode provides a roundup of recruiting information and commitments throughout the PBR 22-state coverage area: The Buzz. Click Here to take a look at this week’s National Buzz. With that in mind, let’s take an in depth look at the Illinois prospects who have committed to colleges, with detailed scouting information.
Illinois College Commitments
Hank Schau, OF/RHP, Maine South, 2015 - Madison College
Brett Stratinsky, 1B, Stagg, 2015 - McHenry CountyCurrently ranked No. 206 in Illinois' 2015 class was ranked as the No. 2 corner infielder at October's Unsigned Senior Showcase. His scouting report from the event: 6-foot-4, 205-pound left-handed hitting first baseman, extra-large frame, strong build. Offensively hits from a tall setup, open stance, short stride back to even, good balance through contact. Pull side power approach, looks to lift the baseball, bat speed present, loose hands with slight uphill path. Power hitter approach from the left side, 91 mph exit velocity from the tee. Defensively is a big target at first base, hands work, showed some natural actions around the bag. Arm works from a high ¾ slot, accurate arm, 68 mph across the diamond. 7.35 runner in the 60.
Marco Melgoza, 3B, Plainfield South, 2015 - Southeastern CC (IA)
Currently ranked No. 262 in Illinois' 2015 class. Melgoza's scouting report from this August's Chicagoland Open: 6-foot, 203-pound right-handed hitting third baseman currently ranked No. 240 in Illinois’ 2015 class. Hits from an open
Matt Levin, 2B, St. Viator, 2015 - Quincy
Zachary Parker, C, Maine South, 2015 - Lewis
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