John
Riordan

1.11.15 - 5-foot-11, 180-pound right-handed hitting 3B/RHP was one of the top two-way talents at the Unsigned Senior Showcase. Riordan hits from an open setup, short stride, hands load smoothly, short, level bat path gets extension, fluid rhythm, line drives to right-center field during batting practice with 88 mph exit velocity off the tee. Defensively, threw 79 mph across the diamond from short, loose, high ¾ arm slot with accuracy and carry, soft hands fielding, fluid footwork, clean exchanges, ran a 7.5 60. On the mound, showed feel for three pitches, highlighted by an 81-83 mph fastball with arm side run and a late breaking 66-69 mph curveball with occasional 12/6 shape. Also flashed a 74-75 mph changeup with fade to his arm side. Repeats delivery well, short, high ¾ arm slot, regular effort, slight drop-and-drive, shoulders stay level throughout delivery, lands slightly closed at foot strike.

10/20/13 - 5-foot-11, 175-pound two way player. On the mound he has a drop and drive delivery with good direction, rhythm and some effort. Arm is short and quick from a ¾ slot. Had feel for his fastball, sitting 81-82 mph and touching 83 mph. Throws a 12/6 curve with late, sharp bite at 67-69 mph. Changeup was thrown with deceptive arm action at 76-77 mph with quality sinking action. Defensively he showed natural feel for 3B, playing with quick clean actions, quality footwork, and smooth exchanges. Arm works at 76 mph across the diamond with accuracy and carry. Ran a 7.47 60. Offensively he hits with a balanced stance, smooth load, and short stride. Uses the lower half well, and has a solid swing plane. Opposite field approach with solid extension. Exit velocity was 79 mph off a tee.

1/20/13 - Strong frame, athletic build, 5-foot-11, 175-pound two way player. Defensively shows strong arm, arm shows carry, hands work well defensively, good first step. Hits from slightly open stance, no stride, no load, solid balance throughout, stays flat through zone. On the mound delivery shows rhythm and direction, good tempo. Arm works cleanly, high ¾ arm slot. Fastball shows some late run, 79-80 mph. Curveball has 12/6 shape, shows bite and depth, near fastball arm speed, 65-67 mph. Changeup thrown with command, down in the zone, 74-76 mph, shows arm side action and sink.