Madison Preseason I.D.: Pitching Analysis
April 21, 2016
By Steve Nielsen
Scouting Supervisor - Wisconsin/Illinois
Wrapping up the Madison Preseason I.D. we take a long look at the pitching prospects. The largest group to analyze, we've broken down the pitchers by class and here's a look at some of the top arms in each group.
Top 2016 Pitchers
1. Brett Smerz, RHP, Pius XI, 2016
Iowa Western commit. 6-foot-2, 205-pound right-handed pitcher with some physicality, strong build. Directional delivery, works online with squared landing, some effort. Arm has stabbing action on the back side, quick arm action, over the top slot. Fastball is mostly straight, 87-89 mph, showed feel and finished hard through the zone. Curveball has 11/5 shape, sharp action, showed feel for the zone with depth to the pitch, 74-78 mph. Changeup is thrown aggressively, fastball arm speed, 82-83 mph.
2. Kevin Hussey, RHP, Columbus, 2016
6-foot-4, 210-pound right-handed pitcher, large frame with strength. Athletic delivery, stays balanced and online. Arm plays over the top, full arm action. Fastball worked down, 83-84 mph, touched 85 mph. Curveball sat 66-69 mph, early action, slight decelerated arm action. Changeup has slight sink, near fastball arm action, showed feel, 74-76 mph.
Top 2017 Pitchers
1. Augie Mihlbauer, LHP, Mukwonago, 2017
Texas Christian commit. 6-foot-1, 182-pound left-handed pitcher, loose live frame, projectable build, loose athlete. Tall and fall delivery, easy clean delivery, good balance, repeats well, squared landing, works on line with level shoulders. Arm action is loose and live, ¾ slot, whippy easy arm, projects well. Fastball has arm side run, controls the strike zone, showed feel, tough angle for hitters, sat 88-90 mph. Curveball has sweeping action, slurve type, improved feel and conviction, 69-72 mph, showed feel for the zone. Changeup has excellent feel, sinking action, fastball arm speed, 82-84 mph, plus type pitch. 2017 draft follow.
2. Jack Anderson, RHP, Pulaski, 2017
6-foot-6, 213-pound right-handed pitcher, typical pitchers frame, long levers, projectable. Delivery has some length, showed slight athleticism and ability to be on time, works with long levers. Arm action is loose, high ¾ slot, regular effort. Fastball showed slight action to arm side at times, works with tilt, 85-87 mph, touched 88 mph. Curveball has 12/6 action, sharp hard breaking ball, 70-75 mph. Changeup sat 78-79 mph, High follow uncommitted 2017.
3. Trevor Olson, LHP, Chippewa Falls, 2017
6-foot-6, 205-pound left-handed pitcher, extra-large frame, projectable build. Tall and fall delivery, regular effort, squared landing, finishes third base side. High ¾ arm slot, short loose arm action, regular effort. Fastball has good tilt and angle, 84-85 mph, touched 86 mph, slight sinking action, showed feel for the zone. Curveball has 1/7 action, 71-75 mph. Changeup works with sink, 73-76 mph. Projectable left-handed pitcher, high follow uncommitted 2017.
4. Michael Stupinski, RHP, Fenwick (IL), 2017
Lean frame, 6-foot-4, 193-pound right-handed pitcher, projectable build. Delivery has regular effort, tall and fall delivery with tempo, some recoil finish. Arm action is loose, full swing, high ¾ slot. Fastball is straight, four seam type, 86-88 mph, firm finish through the zone. Curveball has 11/5 shape, slight sweep, 71-75 mph. Changeup showed feel, near fastball arm speed, 75-76 mph. High follow uncommitted 2017.
5. Tanner Halvorson, LHP/OF, Eau Claire North, 2017
6-foot, 180-pound right-handed hitting LHP/OF with a solid frame. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Drop and drive delivery with a closed landing and athletic finish. Easy effort with smooth rhythm. Fastball sat 82-84 mph for strikes. Curveball shape was between 12-6 and 1-7 at 69-71 mph. Projects to throw a slider. Changeup sat 79-81 mph. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ arm slot. Showed off raw arm strength throwing 88 mph form the outfield. Offensively hits from a tall, balanced setup with a short leg lift stride. Inconsistent timing at the plate, lashed a fast bat. Showed strength thru contact with 91 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.24.
6. Charlie Peterson, RHP, Waukesha South, 2017
6-foot-3, 185-pound right-handed pitcher, loose lanky frame with projection. Delivery works directionally, slight drop and drive. Arm action is long and loose, high ¾ slot, quick projectable arm. Fastball sat 84-86 mph, has upside, some life in the zone. Curveball has 11/5 shape, 73-75 mph. Changeup thrown with arm speed, 76-79 mph.
7. Matthew Osterberg, LHP/OF, Coleman, 2017
6-foot-1, 175-pound left-handed hitting LHP/OF with a lanky, high waisted frame. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a loose arm action. Wraps on the backside. Tall and fall delivery with a closed landing. Fastball sat 80-82 topping out at 83 mph for strikes. Showed feel for his curveball with 12-6 shape, sharp action, and tight rotation at 67-69 mph. Maintained arm speed on his changeup at 72-73 mph. Offensively hits form a balanced setup with a smooth load and short stride. Line drive hitter with fluid rhythm and a short, level swing path. 79 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.59. Defensively has a short arm action from a high ¾ arm slot. Threw 79 mph from the outfield.
8. Thomas Ginther, RHP, Baraboo, 2017
6-foot-1, 195-pound right-handed pitcher, average frame. Tall and fall delivery, regular effort, long loose arm action, ¾ slot. Fastball has arm side run, sat 83-85 mph, touched 86 mph, showed feel for the zone. Curveball has 11/5 action, ranged 70-76 mph, showed feel. Changeup range 72-78 mph. Wider velocity range on secondary stuff.
9. William Conard, RHP, Green Bay Preble, 2017
5-foot-11, 160-pound right-handed pitcher, lanky frame, slender build, some projection. Delivery has some uptempo pace to it, slightly to glove side Arm action has slight plunge on the back side, over the top slot, loose quick arm. Fastball has slight run, 84-85 mph, touched 86 mph, some tilt. Curveball has 12/6 shape, 65-68 mph. Changeup is 70-72 mph, slightly decelerated arm action.
10. Brandon Komar, 3B/RHP, Elkhorn, 2017
6-foot, 182-pound right-handed hitting 3B/RHP. Offensively hits from an open stance with a leg kick stride. Line drive, gap to gap hitter with a level swing path and fluid rhythm. Showed strength thru contact with 89 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.81. Defensively has a long arm action from an over the top arm slot. Accurate throws with carry across the infield throwing 85 mph. Soft hands with athletic actions. Showed good presence on the mound Works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with a square landing. Fastball sat 81-84 topping out at 85 mph. Showed more velocity from the windup. Curveball has 11-5 shape with tight rotation at 70-72 mph. Changeup flashed armside run at 74-75 mph. Slider showed sweeping action with depth at 69-72 mph.
Top 2018 Pitchers
1. Max Alba, RHP/1B, Franklin, 2018
6-foot-5, 185-pound left-handed hitting RHP/1B with a lanky, athletic frame. Works from an over the top arm angle with a short, loose, quick arm action. Full over head drop and drive delivery with an athletic finish. Fastball was straight, tends to get underneath it at times, sat 87-89 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape with sharp action at 71-75 mph. Maintained arm speed on changeup that showed fading action at 77-81 mph for strikes. One of the top arms in Wisconsin’s 2018 class. Plays thru the ball with fluid footwork and soft hands. Threw 82 mph across the infield. At the plate hits from an open stance with a drop load and short leg kick stride. Good balance with an uphill swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 87 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.12.
2. Eric Torres, LHP, Hamilton, 2018
6-foot, 168-pound left-handed pitcher, loose live frame, quick twitch some with athleticism. Delivery is up-tempo, tall and fall type, works slightly across body with open toe landing. Arm action is quick and loose, ¾ slot, projectable arm speed. Fastball showed running action to arm side, ability to control, occasionally gets underneath, sat 84-86 mph. Breaking ball has slurve type action, shows sweep on 2/8 plane, aggressive arm speed, showed control, 74-76 mph, upside pitch, potential wipe out type. Changeup shows sink, has feel, near fastball arm speed, 76-78 mph. High follow 2018.
3. Jacob Schellpfeffer, LHP/OF, Mayville, 2018
5-foot-10, 175-pound right-handed hitting LHP/OF with a strong frame. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Tall and fall delivery with regular effort and smooth rhythm. Fastball showed running action at 83-84 topping out at 85 mph. Curveball has 1-7 shape at 63-66 mph. Also featured a slider at 62 mph. Changeup showed sinking action at 68-72 mph. Defensively has a long arm action from an over the top arm slot. Plays thru the ball with quick footwork. Showed arm strength from the outfield throwing 88 mph. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short heel lift stride and good balance. Short, uphill swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.07.
4. Cedric Girard, RHP/OF, Oregon, 2018
6-foot-2, 158-pound right-handed hitting RHP/OF with a thin, lanky frame. On the mound works between a ¾ and high ¾ arm angle with a long, quick arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with a square landing and regular effort. Fastball sat 82-83 topping out at 85 mph. Curveball showed more slider action at 72-76 mph. Showed feel for his changeup, maintaining fastball arm speed with sinking action at 70-74 mph. Projects well on the mound. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short stride and fair balance. Short, uphill swing path, hits off front foot. Showed strength thru contact with 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.43. Defensively has a long arm action, crow hop works up. Showed off raw arm strength throwing 88 mph from the outfield.
5. Randon Dauman, RHP, Columbus, 2018
6-foot, 155-pound right-handed pitcher, lean athletic shape, projectable. Tall and fall delivery, repeatable, works on line with rhythm, solid balance, slight hip turn. Arm action is quick, full draw, high ¾ slot. Fastball is typically straight, some feel, 83-85 mph. Curveball has 11/5 shape, showed feel, 72-74 mph. Changeup is above average pitch, thrown with arm speed, sinking action, good feel, sat 73-76 mph.
6. Trajan Prochnow, RHP/OF, Rio, 2018
6-foot, 185-pound right-handed hitting RHP/OF with a strong frame. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a closed landing, falls to first base side after release. Fastball was mostly straight flashing some cut at 82-83 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape at 64-66 mph. Fastball arm speed on changeup with occasional cutting action at 77-80 mph. Offensively hits from a balanced, upright setup with a short stride and average balance. Short, level swing path with a fast bat. Showed strength thru contact with 89 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.28. Defensively has a long, loose arm action from a high ¾ arm slot. Plays thru the ball. Threw 87 mph from the outfield.
7. Sean O’Brien, RHP/3B, Marquette University, 2018
Saint Louis commit. 6-foot, 180-pound right-handed hitting RHP/3B with a strong frame. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long, quick arm action. Long, high draw out of the glove. Drop and drive, online delivery with some effort. Fastball sat 81-82 topping out at 83 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape at 66-68 mph. Maintained fastball arm speed on changeup at 74-77 mph. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ arm slot. Accurate throws with carry, throwing 82 mph across the infield. Offensively hits from a tall stance with a low hand set. Leg kick stride with average balance. Uphill swing path, flashed a fast bat. Showed strength thru contact with 88 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.10.
8. Andrew Neu, LHP, Kewauskum, 2018
6-foot-1, 220-pound left-handed pitcher, large frame and build. Delivery is works with effort, finishes third base side. Strong arm, long full arm action, over the top slot. Fastball is mostly straight, loud heavy finish, 82-84 mph. Curveball plays 12/6, decelerated arm action, some feel, ranged 62-69 mph. Changeup is 57-60 mph, some feel, decelerated arm action. Big bodied pitcher with a big fastball that shows promise.
9. Jack McNeil, 1B/RHP, Edgewood, 2018
6-foot-5, 240-pound right-handed hitting 1B/RHP with a strong, extra large frame. Offensively hits from a tall, balanced setup with a short stride and average balance. Long, uphill swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 93 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 8.02. Defensively has a short, loose arm action from an over the top slot. Accurate throws with soft hands. Threw 73 mph across the infield. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with smooth rhythm and easy effort. Fastball sat 82-84 topping out at 85 mph. Still working on his curveball. Has 11-5 shape at 60-61 mph. Changeup sat 69-72 mph.
10. Jimmy Frusciante, LHP, Middleton, 2018
6-foot, 170-pound left-handed pitcher, lean athletic shape. Delivery is smooth and repeatable, tall and fall type, high front side. Long loose arm action, high ¾ slot. Fastball has run and sink, 78-81 mph touched 82 mph, occasionally worked with some tilt. Curveball has 1/7 action, 66-70 mph. Sinking changeup, 74-75 mph, showed some feel.
Top 2019 Pitchers
1. Mitchell Woelfle, RHP, Janesville Craig, 2019
6-foot, 180-pound right-handed pitcher, solid frame with strength for his age. Regular effort delivery, slight open toe landing. Long arm action, over the top slot, shows arm strength. Fastball showed arm speed, works downhill, some tilt, sinking type fastball, 82-83 mph, touched 84 mph. Curveball has 11/5 action, 63-66 mph, decelerated arm action, lacked conviction. Changeup is 70-73 mph, some feel. Splitter worked at 68-69 mph. occasional downer. Freshman with advanced arm strength to follow.
2. Davis Zeutzius, RHP/OF, Arrowhead, 2019
5-foot-11, 175-pound right-handed hitting RHP/OF. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with a square landing. Fastball was straight at 79-81 topping out at 82 mph. Curveball has 12-6 shape and flashed sharp action at 65-66 mph for strikes. Maintained armspeed on changeup with sinking action at 69-72 mph. Offensively hits from an open stance with a quick leg kick stride. Choppy rhythm with a level swing path and loose hands. 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.70. Defensively has a long arm action from an over the top arm slot. Plays thru the ball. Throws showed carry throwing 84 mph from the outfield.
3. Reagan Klawiter, LHP, Verona, 2019
5-foot-10, 140-pound left-handed pitcher, thin wiry frame, projectable build. Tall and fall delivery, lower half works online, finishes third base side, athletic delivery. High ¾ slot, loose arm action, slight plunge on back side. Fastball worked downhill, 73-76 mph, showed feel and sink. Curveball has good action, flashed sharpness, feel for the zone, 12/6 action, 63-65 mph. Changeup is thrown with fastball arm action, showed fade, 67-69 mph, good feel. Projectable let handed pitcher, 2019 follow.
4. Dylan Krumrei, SS/RHP, Oshkosh North, 2019
Projectable frame, 6-foot-3, 165-pound two-way player, lean loose frame with athleticism. Right-handed hitter, slightly open stance, short stride, lower half works, solid balance. Athletic hitter, loose hands, attack the baseball aggressively, showed barrel awareness. Path is short to it and stays flat in the hitting zone, line drive gap to gap type hitter, doubles guy, above average bat speed, good upside. 80 mph exit velocity from the tee. Defensively showed good actions, soft hands, moves well, clean exchange, showed body control on the move. Arm action showed some length at times, high ¾ slot, accurate across, 80 mph. 7.69 runner in the 60. On the mound delivery is athletic and works with direction. Longer arm action, high ¾ slot. Showed arm strength for age, fastball sat 78-79 mph, slight arm side action, showed control of the zone. Curveball has 11/5 shape, slurve type, 66-68 mph with feel. Changeup fades to arm side, 70-72 mph.
5. Carter Robinson, RHP/OF, Appleton North, 2019
6-foot, 175-pound right-handed hitting RHP/OF with a lanky, athletic frame. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with some rhythm. Worked downhill with his fastball that was straight at 76-77 topping out at 79 mph. Showed better feel for his secondary from the stretch. Curveball has 12-6 shape at 64-66 mph. Changeup showed sinking action at 65-66 mph for strikes. Offensively hits from an open stance with a leg kick stride and good balance. Short, uphill swing path, flashed a fast bat. Showed strength thru contact with 85 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.24. Defensively has a short arm action from an over the top arm slot. Plays thru the ball with quick footwork. Threw 79 mph from the outfield.
Best of the Rest (Listed Alphabetically)
Alex Baker, SS/RHP, Reedsburg Area, 2017
5-foot-11, 165-pound left-handed hitting SS/RHP. Offensively hits from a narrow, open stance with a short stride back to even. Level swing path, showed loose hands and a fast bat. Showed strength thru contact with 84 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.63. Defensively has a loose arm action from a ¾ slot. Showed athleticism on run thru. Threw 75 mph across the infield. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long arm action. Tall and fall, slow paced delivery. Tall at balance point with a back turn before heading to the plate. Closed landing, falls to first base side after release. Threw fastball for strikes at 75-77 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape at 62-65 mph for strikes. Changeup showed sinking action at 69-70 mph.
Nick Brauer, SS/RHP, Ashwaubenon, 2017
6-foot-1, 165-pound right-handed hitting SS/RHP. Offensively hits from a wide, spread out base with a short, body weight shift to backside with no stride. Average balance with an uphill swing path. 77 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.59. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Threw 75 mph across the infield with accuracy. On the mound works from high ¾ arm angle with a long arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a closed landing and easy effort. Fastball showed slight running action at 70-72 topping out at 73 mph. Curveball showed sweeping action at 63-66 mph. Changeup sat 65-67 mph.
Tate Carter, RHP/OF, Brookfield Central, 2018
5-foot-11, 156-pound right-handed hitting RHP/OF with a lanky frame. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with a square landing and regular effort. Fastball sat 75-76 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape at 65-68 mph. Showed feel for his changeup at 71-73 mph. Offensively hits from a wide base with a closed off setup. Short stride with average balance. Line drive hitter with a short, level swing path and fluid rhythm. 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.75. Defensively showed off arm strength in the outfield throwing 79 mph.
Drew Christianson, LHP, Eleva-Strum, 2017
5-foot-4, 135-pound left-handed pitcher. Delivery is slightly rotational, lower leg lift. Arm plays from a high ¾ slot. Fastball has slight arm side run, 68-70 mph, topped at 72 mph. Curveball has slight sweep, slurve type action, 2/8 plane, 55-58 mph. Changeup flashed sink, 59-63 mph.
Mitchell Cole, LHP/1B, New Berlin Eisenhower, 2018
5-foot-11, 195-pound right-handed hitting LHP/1B. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, loose arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a square landing and some rhythm. Fastball showed slight sinking action at 71-73 mph. Curveball showed 1-7 shape at 64-65 mph. Changeup showed sinking action at 62-65 mph. Defensively has a long, loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Showed some feel around the bag. Threw 71 mph across the infield. Offensively hits from an open stance with a leg kick stride and fair balance. Long, uphill swing path. 79 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 8.74.
Javon Connolly, 2B/OF, St. Joseph Catholic, 2018
6-foot-2, 175-pound left-handed hitting utility player. Offensively hits from a narrow, open stance with a leg kick stride. Short, uphill swing path. 81 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.98. Defensively took drills in the infield and outfield. Long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Two handed fielder. Threw 75 mph across the infield and 77 mph from the outfield. On the mound works from a high ¾ to over the top arm angle with a long draw out of the glove. Tall and fall, online delivery. Fastball sat 74-75 topping out at 76 mph. Curveball was soft with 12-6 shape at 55-59 mph. Slowed arm on changeup at 56-59 mph.
Chris DeKrey, RHP/OF, Jefferson, 2017
6-foot-2, 195-pound right-handed hitting RHP/OF with a strong frame. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Tall and fall delivery with an athletic finish. Showed explosion in the core. Fastball was firm at 82-83 mph. Slowed arm on changeup at 61-65 mph. Cutter sat 77-80 mph. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short leg lift stride. Short, uphill swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 91 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.06. Defensively has a short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Fluid footwork with average hands. Threw 83 mph from the outfield.
Luke DePrey, LHP/OF, Sun Prairie, 2018
5-foot-11, 165-pound left-handed hitting LHP/OF with a lanky frame. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Slow paced tall and fall, online delivery with an athletic finish. Worked downhill with his fastball at 79-80 topping out at 81 mph. Curveball showed mostly 1-7 shape, occasionally flashed 12-6 shape at 66-70 mph. Changeup sat 65-69 mph. Defensively has a short arm action from an over the top slot. Fields the ball deep. Threw 82 mph from the outfield. Offensively hits from a tall, open stance with a short, leg kick stride. Long swing path. 71 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.17.
Tsering Dorjee, RHP, Madison Memorial, 2017
5-foot-9, 170-pound right-handed pitcher. Stretch only delivery, loose front side, open stride. Arm plays from a high ¾ slot. Fastball has slight run, 79-80 mph. Curveball has 11/5 shape, 68-70 mph. Changeup is 67-70 mph, slightly decelerated arm action.
Noah Duncan, LHP/OF, Notre Dame Academy, 2017
6-foot, 150-pound left-handed hitting LHP/OF with a thin, lanky frame. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a long, quick arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery. Back tilt at balance point before going to the plate with a long, draw out of the glove. Worked downhill with his fastball at 78-80 mph. Curveball showed tight rotation with 2-8 shape at 63-64 mph. Threw changeup for strikes at 69-72 mph. Defensively has a long arm action from an over the top slot. Online throws with carry, throwing 85 mph from the outfield. Plays thru the ball with quick, fluid footwork. Offensively hits from an open stance with a short, leg kick stride. Pull hitter with a long, uphill swing path with fluid rhythm. Showed strength thru contact with 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.33.
Jake Eigner, RHP, Germantown, 2017
5-foot-10, 155-pound right-handed pitcher, average frame. Delivery works over the balls of his feet, on balance, slight drop and drive. Long arm action, ¾ slot. Fastball flashed slight arm side run, worked mostly to glove side, sat 83-85 mph. Slider has sweeping action, flashed sharp bite, 76-78 mph. Changeup showed feel, slightly straight, near fastball arm action, 77-79 mph.
Tyler Frafjord, RHP, Stevens Point, 2017
5-foot-11, 170-pound right-handed pitcher, average lean frame. Tall and fall delivery, in line with slight head tilt, squared landing, slide step from the stretch. Arm plays over the top, long arm action. Fastball topped at 80 mph, 76-79 mph. Curveball has 12/6 shape, 64-67 mph. Changeup is 71-73 mph, mostly straight, slight deception.
Bennett Frazer, SS/RHP, Oconto, 2019
5-foot-8, 140-pound shortstop/right-handed pitcher, loose athletic frame, moves well. Athletic defender, plays with active feet, exchange is quick and clean, plays through the baseball, quick actions, hands are soft, will stick in the middle of the infield. Arm action is short, high ¾ slot, showed some carry good release, athletic arm action, 73 mph across the diamond. Good body control. 7.36 runner in the 60. Right-handed hitter, slight open stance, short stride, solid balance, simple quiet setup. Contact type hitter, fast bat speed, short path, good barrel control, line drive type hitter, 77 mph exit velocity from the tee. Projects as a top of the order type middle infielder at the next level. On the mound arm worked cleanly from an over the top slot. Fastball sat 74-75 mph, touched 77 mph, mostly straight. Curveball has 11/5 shape, 57-59 mph. Slider has similar action at 58-61 mph. Throws a straight change at 59-60 mph.
Benjamin Graham, RHP, Mukwonago, 2017
5-foot-11, 195-pound right-handed pitcher, average frame, solid lower half. Athletic delivery, regular effort. Arm action is long, over the top slot. Fastball is mostly straight, 80-83 mph, touched 84 mph. Curveball showed sharp action on 12/6 plane, 68-71 mph. Changeup has fading action, 76-78 mph.
Seth Hackbarth, RHP/3B, Oconomowoc, 2018
5-foot-9, 175-pound right-handed hitting RHP/3B. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long stiff arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with a square landing. Fastball sat 72-73 mph. Curveball showed sweeping action at 62-65 mph. Changeup sat 68-70 mph. Offensively hits from a tall, slightly open stance with a short leg lift stride. Long, uphill swing path. 74 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 8.38. Defensively has a long arm action from an over the top slot. Threw 73 mph across the infield.
Peyton Henry, SS/OF, Columbus, 2017
6-foot-1, 175-pound right-handed hitting utility player with a lanky, athletic frame. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a long stride. Stays open on stride. Long, uphill swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 85 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 6.95. Defensively in the infield has a loose arm action from a high ¾ arm slot. Athletic actions. Accurate throws with carry throwing 83 mph across the infield. In the outfield showed off arm strength throwing 86 mph. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long, quick arm action. Drop and drive delivery with a square landing. Fastball was firm at 80-83 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape with short breaking action at 68-73 mph. Changeup showed armside action at 72-76 mph.
Josh Hock, SS/RHP, Notre Dame Academy, 2017
5-foot-11, 160-pound right-handed hitting SS/RHP. Defensively has a short arm action from an over the top arm slot. Throws showed carry throwing 79 mph across the infield. Showed athleticism with the ability to throw on the run. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a toe tap, leg kick stride. Level swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 6.99. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long, quick arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a square landing and smooth rhythm. Fastball sat 82-83 topping out at 84 mph. Curveball showed short breaking action with 11-5 shape at 73-77 mph. Maintained arm speed on changeup at 74-76 mph.
Tommy Howard, RHP, Menomonee Falls, 2018
5-foot-11, 185-pound right-handed pitcher, solid stocky frame, strong build. Delivery has some rhythm, regular effort, works online. Arm action is long, high ¾ slot. Fastball is mostly straight, controlled the zone, 77-79 mph, touched 80 mph. Breaking ball is 66-68 mph, some action. Changeup is 65-67 mph, sink and fading action.
Tyler Jacobi, LHP, Mukwonago, 2017
5-foot-9, 170-pound left-handed pitcher. Tall and fall delivery, some effort, slightly over finished. Arm plays over the top. Fastball showed occasional cut action, mostly straight, 72-75 mph. Curveball has 1/7 shape, 63-67 mph. Changeup sinks, 68-69 mph.
Jacob Kastenholz, RHP/3B, Portage, 2017
6-foot-2, 215-pound right-handed hitting RHP/3B. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a closed landing and upright finish. Fastball was mostly straight flashing sinking action at times at 76-78 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape at 61-63 mph for strikes. Showed feel for his changeup at 67-70 mph. Offensively hits from an open stance with a deep hand load to backside and heel lift stride. Long swing path. 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.75. Defensively has a long arm action from an over the top slot. Fields the ball deep with average hands. Threw 76 mph across the infield.
Cooper Kelly, RHP/OF, Edgewood, 2017
5-foot-11, 155-pound right-handed hitting RHP/OF. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long, quick arm action. Drop and drive delivery with an open toed landing. Threw four pitches for strikes. Fastball showed slight cutting action at 79-80 topping out at 81 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape at 66-68 mph. Maintained armspeed on changeup at 76-77 mph. Slider showed sweeping action at 71-73 mph. Defensively has a long, loose arm action from an over the top slot. Throws showed carry, throwing 84 mph from the outfield. Plays thru the ball with soft hands. Offensively hits from a balanced, slightly closed setup. Short, leg kick stride. Short, level swing path. 82 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.37.
Legend Kieliszewski, RHP, Stevens Point, 2018
5-foot-8, 145-pound right-handed pitcher. Delivery plays on line, squared landing. Arm action is short, high ¾ slot. Fastball is mostly straight, slight action, tends to get underneath, 74-76 mph. Curveball sat 63-67 mph, flatter action, occasional back up. Changeup is ranged 65-70 mph, average feel.
Ethan Kjellberg, 1B/RHP, Elk Mound, 2018
6-foot, 190-pound right-handed hitting 1B/RHP. Offensively hits from an upright setup with a leg lift stride. Long, uphill swing path. 78 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 8.39. Defensively has a long arm action. Accurate throws, throwing 70 mph across the infield. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with regular effort. Fastball was straight at 72-73 topping out at 74 mph. Curveball showed gradual action at 65-67 mph. Changeup has fading action at 67-70 mph.
Derek Koenen, RHP, Burlington, 2018
5-foot-8, 140-pound right-handed pitcher, average thin frame. Pitchable right-hander, showed feel for the zone. Tall and fall delivery, regular effort, smooth rhythm, works online. High ¾ arm action, repeats. Fastball showed arm side run, 81-82 mph, topped at 84 mph, good feel for the zone. Curveball has shown 12/6 shape, showed feel, 68-72 mph. Changeup is firm at 76-77 mph, power type change, sinking action, showed feel for the zone, near fastball arm speed.
Bryce Konitzer, SS/RHP, Mukwonago, 2018
6-foot, 190-pound right-handed hitting SS/RHP. Defensively has a loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Fluid footwork with athletic actions and good body control. Threw 79 mph across the infield. At the plate hits from a balanced setup with a wide base, toe tap stride with good balance. Short, uphill swing path with a fast bat. 82 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.39. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with smooth rhythm. Fastball was straight sitting 82 mph and topping out at 84 on the final pitch. Curveball showed 11-5 shape with early action at 66-67 mph for strikes. Changeup flashed sink at 72-75 mph for strikes.
Tristan Largent, 1B/LHP, Verona Area, 2018
6-foot, 225-pound left-handed hitting 1B/LHP. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short load to backside and heel lift stride. Pull hitter with a long, uphill swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.88. Defensively has a loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Clean exchange with average hands. Threw 70 mph across the infield. On the mound works between an over the top and high ¾ arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with a short stride and regular effort. Fastball was straight at 70-72 mph. Curveball showed slurve action at 57-59 mph. Changeup sat 66-69 mph.
Brandon Leader, 1B/RHP, Oconomowoc, 2018
6-foot-5, 190-pound right-handed hitting 1B/RHP with a lanky frame. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short stride and average balance. Long, level swing path with choppy rhythm. Showed strength thru contact with 89 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.28. Defensively has a long arm action with average arm strength. Threw 75 mph across the infield. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a long arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a square landing and easy effort. Threw fastball for strikes at 72-74 mph. Curveball showed 10-4 shape at 62-63 mph. Changeup has sinking action at 65-69 mph.
Cameron Lee, RHP/3B, Stevens Point, 2017
6-foot-2, 180-pound right-handed hitting RHP/3B. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, stiff arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with a square landing. Fastball sat 72-76 topping out at 77 mph. Curveball has 10-4 shape with loose rotation at 61-65 mph. Changeup sat 68-71 mph. Defensively has a short arm action from a ¾ arm slot. Threw 78 mph across the infield. Offensively hits from an open stance with a short stride and fair balance. Short, uphill swing path. 75 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.75.
Griffin Lietzau, LHP, Slinger, 2018
6-foot, 160-pound left-handed pitcher, loose gangly frame, projectable arm. Delivery is loose, slightly on heels, lands square and finishes to third base side. Arm action is loose, works out of tight window, shows quickness, ¾ slot. Fastball has sinking action, showed feel for the zone, 76-77 mph. Curveball has good feel, 1/7 plane, ranged 59-65 mph. Changeup is thrown aggressively with fastball arm action, flashed advanced action, good feel and sink, 62-64 mph, potential swing and miss pitch.
Connor Manthey, C/3B/RHP, Columbus, 2018
6-foot-1, 190-pound catcher, solid strong build, durable frame, built well to handle catching duties. Defensively arm played above average, 75 mph out of the crouch, 80 mph across the diamond, accurate arm with carry, plays up. Showed athletic infield actions, pop times ranged 2.03-2.08 out of the crouch, projects well defensively at both positions, good footwork. 7.63 runner in the 60. Right-handed hitter, balanced setup, short stride, good solid balance. Strong bat, shows above average strength in the box, fast bat, 88 mph exit velocity from the tee. Shorter path to the baseball, level through contact, line drive type hitter, athletic hitter, on time. On the mound delivery is simple and repeatable, full arm action, over the top slot. Fastball sat 78-80 mph, touched 82 mph. Curveball played on 11/5 plane, 60-65 mph. Changeup is 73-75 mph, sinking action.
Brett Mecikalski, 3B/RHP, Green Bay East, 2017
5-foot-11, 170-pound right-handed hitting 3B/RHP. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Fields the ball deep. Threw 74 mph across the infield. Offensively hits from a balanced, open stance. Sinks into load with an uphill swing path. 81 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.56. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with a square landing. Fastball sat 72-76 topping out at 78 mph. Curveball showed 10-4 shape at 61-65 mph. Changeup sat 63-69 mph. Slider was soft at 58-64 mph.
Charlie Met, RHP, Madison West, 2018
6-foot-1, 162-pound right-handed pitcher, long lean frame, some projection. Delivery works with some effort, finishes first base side, some head snap, lands slightly closed. Arm action is long, high ¾ slot. Fastball showed running action, 77-78 mph, topped at 79 mph. Curveball has 11/5 shape, 63-64 mph. Has feel for his changeup, showed action to arm side with sink, 70-72 mph.
Trey Mohr, RHP/SS, Elk Mound, 2017
5-foot-9, 160-pound right-handed hitting utility player. Took drills at every position but catcher. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with a square landing and athletic finish. Smooth rhythm with good balance throughout delivery. Fastball sat 78-79 topping out at 81 mph. Curveball showed more slider action with tight breaking and late action at 69-72 mph. Changeup showed downer action at 68-71 mph. Defensively in the infield with a short arm action from an over the top arm slot. Threw 73 mph across the diamond, showed good body control on run thru. Showed above average arm strength throwing 86 mph from the outfield when he played thru the ball. Offensively hits from a tall setup with a short level swing path. 79 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.36.
Jack Monis, 1B/RHP, Lakeside Lutheran, 2019
Long lanky two-way player, 6-foot-3, 181-pound first baseman/right-handed pitcher. Right-handed hitter, open stance, short stride, average balance. Lacked extension, can use more top hand, average bat speed, 83 mph exit velocity from the tee. Defensively arm played at 77 mph across the infield, loose high ¾ arm action, showed some actions around the bag. On the mound arm worked similarly. Fastball sat 70-73 mph, touched 76 mph. Curveball had some sweeping action, shorter arm action, 62-65 mph. Changeup is 65-69 mph.
Ty Olejnik, OF/RHP, Hamilton Sussex, 2018
6-foot-3, 185-pound left-handed hitting OF/RHP with a lanky, athletic frame. Offensively hits from a balanced setup, smooth load to backside. Leg kick stride with good balance. Line drive gap to gap hitter with short swing path and fast bat. Showed strength thru contact with an event best 96 mph exit velocity from a tee. Also ran an event best 6.63 60 yard dash. Defensively has a short arm action from an over the top arm slot. Plays thru the ball with quick footwork and soft hands. Threw 89 mph from the outfield. One of the top outfielders in the Wisconsin Class of 2018. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a short, arm action. Works exclusively out of the stretch. Drop and drive delivery, working in line with home plate. Square landing with regular effort. Fastball sat 78-80 mph. Curveball showed 1-7 shape at 61-65 mph. Maintained arm speed on changeup with sinking action at 68-70 mph.
Paul Petit, RHP/SS, Eau Claire Regis, 2017
6-foot, 175-pound right-handed hitting utility player with a lean, lanky frame. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a quick arm action and slight stab on the backside. Tall and fall, online delivery with a square landing. Good mound presence. Fastball sat 82-84 topping out at 85 mph. Curveball showed 12-6 shape with short breaking action at 71-72 mph for strikes. Changeup showed arm side run at 74-77 mph for strikes. Defensively took drills in the infield and outfield. In the infield has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Accurate throws with carry throwing 82 mph across the infield. In the outfield showed off raw arm strength throwing 87 mph. Offensively has hits from a balanced setup with a smooth load and short stride. Line drive hitter with a level swing path and fluid rhythm. Showed a fast bat with good balance thru swing. Strength thru contact with 94 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 6.99.
Nathan Renner, RHP/1B, Tremper, 2017
6-foot-1, 210-pound right-handed hitting RHP/1B. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with an athletic finish. Fastball sat 78-80 topping out at 81 mph. Curveball has 11-5 shape with short breaking action at 67-69 mph. Maintained arm speed on changeup that showed sinking action at 72-73 mph for strikes. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short stride and average balance. Short swing path, in and out of zone quick. Showed strength thru contact with 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 8.08. Defensively has a short arm action from an over the top arm slot. Good feel around the bag at first, reads hops well. Threw 73 mph across the infield.
Carter Ricco, RHP/3B, Menomonee Falls, 2017
6-foot-3, 175-pound right-handed hitting RHP/3B with a lanky frame. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with a square landing. Fastball sat 78-81 mph. Slider showed sweeping action at 68-72 mph. Changeup showed arm side run at 69-72 mph for strikes. Offensively hits from a wide base with an open stance. Short leg kick stride with average balance. Long, level swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 84 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.15. Defensively has a long, loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Fields the ball deep. Threw 74 mph across the infield.
Evan Rice, RHP/3B, Brillion, 2018
5-foot-11, 184-pound right-handed hitting RHP/3B. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long, stiff arm action. Drop and drive, online delivery. Fastball sat 80-82 mph. Threw both a slider and a curveball, curveball was a better offering with 12-6 shape at 65-67 mph. Slider showed no action at 71-73 mph. Showed feel for his changeup with fastball arm speed at 70-72 mph. Defensively has a loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Plays thru the ball with a long exchange. Threw 77 mph across the infield. Offensively hits from an open stance with a long, leg lift stride. Short swing path. 83 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.65.
Jack Riley, 1B/RHP, Stillman Valley, 2018
6-foot-3, 212-pound right-handed hitting 1B/RHP. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short stride and average balance. Power hitter with a long, uphill swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 85 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 8.49. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Showed some feel around the bag with average hands. Threw 71 mph across the infield. On the mound works from an over the top arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with some rhythm and regular effort. Fastball was straight at 73-75 mph. Curveball has 12-6 shape at 60-63 mph. Slowed arm on changeup that showed sinking action at 62-66 mph.
Karsen Rupnow, RHP, Oconomowoc, 2018
5-foot-10, 185 pound, right-handed pitcher, solid build with some present strength. Deliver shows ability to repeat, looping lift to balance position in windup, slide step stretch. Arm plays from a high ¾ slot. Fastball sat 78-80 mph, downhill. Curveball has 11/5 shape, 68-69 mph. Changeup has some sink, near fastball arm action, showed feel for the zone, 73-75 mph.
Charlie Schnell, 3B/RHP, New Holstein, 2017
6-foot-1, 175-pound right-handed hitting 3B/RHP. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Average hands with a long exchange. Threw 76 mph across the infield. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short stride. Long swing path. 82 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.26. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a recoil landing. Fastball sat 70-74 topping out at 75 mph. Curveball has 11-5 shape at 60-65 mph. Changeup sat 62-64 mph.
Sam Sieloff, OF/RHP, Madison Memorial, 2018
5-foot-9, 150-pound left-handed hitting OF/RHP. Defensively has a long arm action from a ¾ arm slot. Plays thru the ball with quick footwork. Threw 77 mph from the outfield. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short stride. Long, uphill swing path. 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.35. On the mound works from a ¾ arm angle with a long arm action. Long draw out of the glove. Tall and fall, online delivery with a square landing. Fastball sat 73-75 mph. Curveball sat 57-60 mph. Changeup sat 59-63 mph.
Tanner Smith, OF/LHP, Kettle Moraine, 2017
6-foot, 201-pound left-handed hitting OF/LHP with a strong frame. Offensively hits from a narrow, open stance with a leg lift stride back to even. Uphill path with a fast bat. Showed strength thru contact with 88 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.00. Defensively has a long arm action from a ¾ arm slot. Accurate throws with carry, throwing 88 mph from the outfield. Plays thru the ball with quick footwork. On the mound works from a low ¾ arm angle with a loose arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a closed landing and athletic finish. Easy effort with some rhythm. Fastball sat 80-82 topping out at 83 mph. Curveball showed sweeping action at 68-73 mph. Changeup sat 72-76 mph.
Scotty Starovich, 1B/LHP, Indian Trail, 2019
6-foot-1, 160-pound left-handed hitting infielder, lanky frame with some projection. Hits from a slightly closed stance, arm bar load. Path works uphill some, lacked extension, hits off back side. 71 mph exit velocity from the tee. At first base arm played at 68 mph across the diamond, long loose arm action. Played similarly on the mound, high ¾ slot, regular effort. Fastball is straight, occasional sink, 70-71 mph. Breaking ball has slurve type action, 61-62 mph, 1/7 plane. Changeup showed sink, some feel, 63-65 mph.
Jake Thomas, 3B/RHP, Stevens Point-Pacelli, 2017
6-foot-2, 210-pound right-handed hitting 3B/RHP. Offensively hits from a wide base with a short heel turn stride. Pull hitter with a short, uphill swing path. 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.92. Defensively has a short arm action from an over the top arm slot. Slower actions with average hands. Threw 72 mph across the infield. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a square landing. Fastball flashed occasional cutting action at 74-77 mph. Curveball showed 11-5 shape at 58-63 mph, struggled to command it. Changeup showed cutting action at 70-72 mph for strikes.
Joey Tadych, RHP, Shawano, 2018
5-foot-10, 145-pound right-handed pitcher. Tall and fall type delivery, slide step stretch, stays on line, slightly closed. Arm action has a long backswing, plays from a high ¾ slot. Fastball is straight, sat 69-71 mph, showed feel for the zone. Slider is 62-65 mph. Changeup showed sink, near fastball arm speed, 66-68 mph.
Trevor Tietz, RHP/OF, Watertown, 2018
6-foot-2, 160-pound right-handed hitting RHP/OF with a lanky frame. Works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long, quick arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with a square landing and athletic finish. Good balance throughout delivery with smooth rhythm. Fastball was firm at 80-81 toping out at 83 mph for strikes. Curveball showed 10-4 shape at 69-71 mph. Showed feel for his changeup that showed late downer action with swing and miss potential at 71-73 mph. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a deep load and toe tap stride. Line drive hitter with an uphill swing path. 81 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.78. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ slot. Threw 79 mph across the infield.
Dylan Timmerman, 1B/RHP, Cuba City, 2019
6-foot, 170-pound two-way player. Right-handed hitter, tall balanced stance, lifted stride, average balance. Path is level and flat through the zone, average bat speed, 81 mph exit velocity from the tee. Defensively showed some awareness around the bag, mechanical defender, occasionally deep. Arm plays at 66 mph across the infield. On the mound works from an over the top slot. Fastball sat 65-67 mph, mostly straight, four seam action, showed some control. Curveball played 12/6, 54-57 mph. Changeup is straight, 59-62 mph.
Sam Treffert, LHP/OF, Pius XI, 2018
5-foot-10, 160-pound left-handed hitting LHP/OF. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short, loose arm action. Slow paced, tall and fall delivery with a closed landing and easy effort. Fastball showed slight sinking action at 72-73 topping out at 76 mph. Curveball has 1-7 shape at 60-62 mph. Slowed arm on changeup at 59-62 mph. Defensively has a short arm action from an over the top slot. Average hands and arm strength playing thru the ball. Threw 78 mph from the outfield. Offensively hits from an open stance with a short toe tap stride. Level swing path. 68 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.53.
Eliot Turnquist, SS/RHP, Columbus, 2017
5-foot-11, 160-pound right-handed hitting utility player. Defensively in the infield has a short arm action from a low ¾ arm slot. Accurate throws with carry, throwing 81 mph across the infield. Athletic actions with good body control and soft hands. In the outfield showed off raw arm strength throwing 85 mph. Offensively hits from a balanced, slightly open stance. Short stride with arm bar on load. Long, level swing path with fluid rhythm. Showed strength thru contact with 86 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.35. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long, quick arm action. Tall and fall, online delivery with smooth rhythm. Showed a feel for three pitches for strikes. Fastball was firm sitting 79-82 topping out at 83 mph. Curveball showed 10-4 shape at 63-66 mph. Changeup showed swing and miss potential with fading action at 75-76 mph.
Jordan Van Dyke, RHP/3B, Elkhorn Area, 2017
6-foot-4, 215-pound right-handed hitting RHP/3B. On the mound works from a ¾ arm angle with a short, quick arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a square landing. Fastball sat 77-80 topping out at 81 mph. Curveball showed 10-4 shape at 63-65 mph. Changeup showed sweeping action at 66-69 mph. Defensively has a short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Average arm strength and hands. Threw 77 mph across the infield. Offensively hits from a slightly closed stance with a short stride. Short swing path with stiff rhythm. 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.74.
Carl Valk, OF/LHP, Appleton North, 2017
5-foot-10, 145-pound switch-hitting OF/LHP with a lanky frame. Offensively from the left side hits from a balanced, open stance with a short stride back to even. Line drive hitter with fluid rhythm. 82 mph exit velocity form a tee left handed. From the right side has a more linear setup with a smooth load and showed uphill path. Showed strength thru contact with 85 mph exit velocity from a tee right handed. Defensively has a long arm action from a high ¾ arm slot. Plays thru the ball with a long exchange and fluid footwork. Threw 84 mph from the outfield. On the mound works form a high ¾ arm angle with a long arm action and high draw out of the glove. Tall and fall delivery working in line with home plate. Smooth rhythm with an athletic finish. Fastball sat 78-80 mph. Curveball showed short breaking action with 1-7 shape at 69-71 mph. Changeup sat 70-73 mph.
Paul Vidberg, OF/RHP, Mukwonago, 2019
5-foot-11, 153-pound right-handed hitting OF/RHP. Offensively hits from a balanced setup with a short leg kick stride. Choppy rhythm with a level path, occasionally gets uphill. 73 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.39. Defensively has a short arm action from a high ¾ arm slot, fields the ball deep. Threw 74 mph from the outfield. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall online delivery with a square landing. Fastball sat 70-71 topping out at 72 mph. Curveball sat 59-62 mph. Changeup sat 66-68 mph.
Jordan VonBehren, OF/RHP, DeForest, 2018
5-foot-11, 180pound right-handed hitting OF/RHP. Offensively hits from an open stance with a short stride back to even. Pull hitter looks to lift with an uphill swing path. Showed strength thru contact with 85 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.99. Defensively has a short arm action from a high ¾ arm slot. Threw 79 mph from the outfield. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short arm action. Drop and drive delivery with some effort and head snap on release. Uptempo delivery with a closed landing and slight cross fire action. Fastball was straight at 76-78 topping out at 79 mph. Curveball has 11-5 shape at 68-70 mph. Maintained armspeed on changeup at 70-72 mph.
Brock Wanninger, LHP/1B, Stoughton, 2018
6-foot, 195-pound right-handed hitting LHP/1B. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a short arm action. Tall and fall online delivery. Short leg lift from the stretch. Fastball flashed both cutting and sinking action at 73-74 mph. Curveball has 1-7 shape at 64-66 mph. Slider sat 65-66 mph. Changeup was mostly straight at 68-69 mph. Defensively showed good feel around the bag at first. Has a loose arm action from a high ¾ slot. Threw 68 mph across the infield. At the plate hits from an open stance with a leg lift stride and a collapse on the backside. Opposite field hitter with a long, uphill swing path. 76 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.85.
Tegan Woods, SS/RHP, Freeport, 2018
6-foot, 165-pound right-handed hitting SS/RHP with a lanky frame. Offensively hits from a wide base with a front foot turn load and heel lift stride. Uphill swing path with average balance. 80 mph exit velocity from a tee. Ran the 60 at 7.54. Defensively has a short arm action from a high ¾ slot. Average hands, fields the ball deep. Threw 74 mph across the infield. On the mound works from a high ¾ arm angle with a long arm action. Tall and fall delivery with a closed landing and crossfire action. Fastball was straight at 77-79 topping out at 80 mph. Slider showed 10-4 and occasional lateral shape at 64-67 mph. Changeup sat 70-72 mph.
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