Future Games Spotlight: RHP Derek Salata
August 3, 2016
Name: Derek Salata
Graduating Class: 2018
Position: RHP
School: Nazareth Academy
Height: 6-2
Weight: 205
Scouting Report:
6-foot-2, 205-pound, physically advanced, strong lower-half, workhorse type, right-handed pitcher. High upside right-hander with starter potential at the next level if he develops and shows a third pitch. Slow paced, very repeatable, tall and fall delivery; stays in-line, short stride, upright finish and easy effort throughout. Arm works clean, loose and quick out of a high ¾ slot. Fastball, threw strikes throughout, slight arm-side-run, flashed tilt and life at times, sat 82-84 mph throughout. Curveball, go-to secondary pitch throughout, 11/5 shape, big bending action, pops early at times, feel improved as the outing progressed, 63-66 mph. High level 2018 prospect on the mound. (High school game 5.26.16).
The Future Games:
This one-of-a-kind event will feature the best uncommitted Class of 2018 prospects from our 25-plus state coverage area. The Future Games will take place on August 4 - 6 (Thursday-Saturday) at Grand Park, a state-of-the-art 22-field baseball complex located in Westfield, IN, just north of Indianapolis.The Prep Baseball Report Future Games is the premier summer scouting event for Class of 2018 prospects. Last year, more than 150 colleges from all over the country were in attendance. The Prep Baseball Report services are subscribed by more than 450 colleges and pro scouts.
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NEWS ON Salata
- Illinois Scout Blog - Jun 12, 2016
- Nazareth Moves Past Kenwood: Advances to the Regional Final - May 27, 2016
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