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.
CLASS OF 2015
3B
RHP
John
Riordan
Saint Francis (IL)
St. Laurence (HS) • IL
5' 11" • 180LBS
R/R • 27yr 3mo
St. Laurence (HS) • IL
5' 11" • 180LBS
R/R • 27yr 3mo
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2015 National
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2015 State
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- Mount Carmel Rolls Past St. Laurence 8-3 to Bring Home Stevie's Cup - May 24, 2015
- Preseason Team Countdown: No. 11 St. Laurence - Mar 18, 2015
- The Buzz: Kempner Adds Kentucky; Arkansas Continues Shopping Spree - Feb 6, 2015
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Top Overall Prospects - Feb 2, 2015
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Top Pitching Prospects - Jan 30, 2015
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Top Corner Infield Prospects - Jan 28, 2015
- Unsigned Senior Showcase: Top Tools Breakdown - Jan 13, 2015
- St. Laurence, JCA move on to Elite 8 - Jul 18, 2014
- No. 8 St. Laurence downs No. 6 Mount Carmel - May 1, 2014
- Preseason Team Countdown: No. 2 St. Laurence - Mar 20, 2014
- Class of 2015 Showcase: Pitching Analysis - Nov 4, 2013
- Class of 2015 Showcase: Infield Analysis - Oct 31, 2013
- Underclass Invitational: 2015 Pitcher Analysis - Jan 30, 2013
- Underclass Invitational: Corner Infield Analysis - Jan 25, 2013
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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.
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