Underclass Spotlight: Class of 2015 Ryan Mantle, a 3B/RHP from Linn HS

Ryan Mantle was the top two-way prospects at the All State Invitational Showcase, as he showed extremely well both at third base and on the mound. Standing a solid 5-foot-10, 200-pounds, Mantle displayed one of the strongest arms across the diamond, posting a velocity of 79 mph.  In addition to his arm strength, he showed fundamental defensive actions, as he took efficient routes, demonstrated quiet, soft hands and played through the ball well.

Offensively, he has a balanced approach and showed good rhythm with loose hands and a powerful swing. Using his strong lower half, Mantle produced some barrel whip and squared up the ball, driving it hard with gap to gap power.

On the mound, Mantle operates from a over the top arm slot. He showed good hand acceleration and fluid mechanics throughout while showing the ability to command three pitches for strikes. His arm works with little effort on all pitches and the ball jumped out of his hand. His fastball showed some arm side run and was down in the zone; sitting in the 82-83 mph range and topping at 84 mph. His 70-72 mph curveball demonstrated sharp two-plane break. Mantle’s change up had some depth, at 71-73 mph.

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