Patrick
McBride

12/14/14 - 6-foot-5, 215-pound prospect has committed to John A Logan Junior College since the event.  Shows big upside and recent increase in velocity, arm has gotten significantly quicker, long arm action, high-3/4 slot, fastball sat mostly 86-88 mph mostly straight, curveball showed sharp and late 11/5 action at 72-76 mph, good arm action on 75-78 mph changeup that is a solid pitch with arm-side run and sink, solid secondary offerings to complement the fastball. Right-handed hitter hits from a balanced stance with a short stride, good balance, long/uphill swing path, 84 mph exit velocity off the tee, posted 4.87 home to first base time.  Defensively, shows average corner hands, fields ball on heels, long exchange, long arm action with high-3/4 release, very good arm strength across the infield, 87 mph with carry, accurate throws across the diamond.