Eastern PA College Prospect Showcase: Class of 2020 Pitchers & Two-way Prospects
July 16, 2018
The summer schedule of PBR events in Pennsylvania continued this week with the 2018 Eastern PA College Prospect Showcase on June 10th. 56 prospects gathered at Cooper Park on the campus of Millersville University. Today we continue our analysis of the prospects in attendance by taking a look at those that participated as pitchers and two-way prospects from the Class of 2020.
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TOP PROSPECT
Michael Ippolito, 2020, SS/RHP, Randolph HS (NJ)
5-foot-11, 155-pound two-way prospect impressed with his all-around skill set. The right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and uses a lift-and-replace stride to initiate his swing. Showed above average feel for the barrel with a direct swing path and a bat exit velocity of 82 mph. Ran a 7.05 60-yard dash and flashed a soft glove hand defensively with the ability to make throws from multiple arm angles. Showcased 84 mph arm strength across the diamond and sat 80-82 from a high 3/4 arm slot on the mound. Curveball is average with 10/4 rotation at 67-69, but changeup is above average with arm-side run and some sink at 74-76.
Remainder of Roster: (in alphabetical order)
Nick Fox, 2020, RHP, Hillsborough HS (NJ)
6-foot-4, 160-pound righty sat 80-82 from a high 3/4 arm slot with a hook in the back. Fastball showed short arm-side run while his changeup displayed some cut action at fastball arm speed. Also displayed a curveball with 11/5 rotation at 68-70. Delivery is balanced with a side rocker step to begin and a bit of hip coil that adds deception.
Eric Gustofson, 2020, LHP, Easton Area HS (PA)
5-foot-11, 170-pound lefty sat 80-82 with both a four-seam and two-seam fastball. Repeats delivery with balance throughout and showed command of a three pitch mix. Curveball sat 67-68 with 1/7 rotation and occasional two-plane break. Slider is flat through the zone at 74-76. Additional velocity is likely as Gustofson adds strength to his athletic frame. Definite follow in this class.
Kolbie Reeser, 2020, RHP/2B, Governor Mifflin HS (PA)
5-foot-10, 160-pound primary pitcher sat 79-81 from a high 3/4 arm slot with a balanced, repeatable delivery. Arm motion is long in the back and quick out front with velocity spikes likely in the future. Curveball at 68-70 showed 11/5 rotation with some late bite. Changeup at 71-73 is flat at near fastball arm speed. Knuckle ball is commanded well and shows tumbling action at 68-71. Right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and use a heel-raise stride to initiate his swing. Displayed a solid feel for the barrel with a bat exit velocity of 77 mph. Ran a 7.69 60-yard dash and showcased accurate 74 mph arm strength across the diamond defensively while playing through the baseball routinely.
Drew Scott, 2020, OF/RHP, Downingtown West HS (PA)
5-foot-7, 165-pound primary outfielder ran a 7.68 60-yard dash and showcased accurate 73 mph arm strength defensively. Right-handed hitter starts from a slightly open stance and initiates his swing with a heel raise stride. Displayed a line drive approach with a bat exit velocity of 80 mph. Righty sat 74-75 from a high 3/4 arm slot on the mound. Also showcased a curveball at 60-63 with 10/4 rotation and a changeup at 67-69 thrown with near fastball arm speed.
Devlin Foster, 2020, RHP/3B, Rising Sune HS (MD)
5-foot-11, 180-pound primary pitcher sat 68-70 out of an over-the-top arm slot working solely out of the stretch. Also displayed a curveball at 65-66 with 11/5 rotation and a changeup at 61-63. The right-handed hitter starts from a square stance and initiates his swing with a lift-and-replace stride. Showcased a solid lower half and a feel for the barrel with a bat exit velocity of 82 mph. Ran a 7.53 60-yard dash and displayed accurate 74 mph arm strength across the diamond defensively with the same over-the-top arm motion.
Tyson Maddox, 2020, OF/RHP, Germantown Friends School (PA)
6-foot-1, 180-pound two-way prospect showcased an interesting skill set with raw athleticism across the board. The right-handed hitter starts from a leg-lift stride to initiate his swing. A deep load position leads to length in the swing with some ability to create back spin. Registered an 85 mph bat exit velocity and ran a 7.28 60-yard dash. Showcased accurate 76 mph arm strength from the outfield and sat 74-76 off the mound from a high 3/4 arm slot. Curveball is a pitch in development at 59-63 with 11/5 rotation. Changeup sat 70-73 at near fastball arm speed.
Michael May, 2020, 3B/RHP, Solanco HS (PA)
6-foot-1, 190-pound two-way prospect showcased an 85 mph bat exit velocity and some present gap power during a solid round of batting practice. The right-handed hitter starts from an open stance and initiates his swing with a short leg-hang stride. A strong lower half and a direct swing path resulted in repeated hard contact. Showcased active feet and a soft glove hand defensively with accurate 76 mph arm strength across the diamond. Sat 71-73 from a high 3/4 arm slot on the mound while also commanding a curveball at 58-62 with 11/5 rotation. Changeup is a quality third offering at 60-61 with arm-side run and some sink at near fastball arm speed.
Dominic Pizzico, 2020, RHP, Minersville Area HS (PA)
6-foot-3, 180-pound right-hander sat 77-79 from a high 3/4 arm slot with an aggressive side rocker step to start. Arm swing is long in back and short in front. Tendency to get around curveball at 63-66 with 11/5 rotation causing it to flatten out. Slider is best pitch currently at 72-74 with late, short break. Changeup at 72-74 lacks enough differential from his fastball velocity. Athletic, projectable frame will likely lead to additional velocity in the coming years.
POST EVENT ANALYSIS
July 12 - Complete Results & Top Performers
July 13 - Class of 2021 & 2022 Position Player Analysis
July 14 - Class of 2021 & 2022 Pitchers & Two-way Players Analysis
July 15 - Class of 2020 Position Player Analysis
July 16 - Class of 2020 Pitchers & Two-way Players Analysis
July 17 - Class of 2019 Position Player Analysis
July 18 - Class of 2019 Pitchers & Two-way Players Analysis
UPCOMING EVENTS
| SHOWCASE | STATE | DATE | LOCATION |
| 2018 PBR Future Games (Pennsylvania Invite Only) | PA | 08/01 | Grand Park - Westfield, IN |
| PBR Junior Future Games (Invite Only) | NATIONAL | 08/02 | Grand Park - Westfield, IN |
| 2018 Fall Kickoff Showcase | PA | 08/16 | Millersville University |
| Play for Team PBR (Fall Kickoff Tournament) | PA | 08/17 | Millersville University |
| Northern West Virginia College Prospect Showcase - 8.26.18 | WV | 08/26 | Wheeling Jesuit University |
| Eastern PA Fall Review | PA | 09/15 | Widener University |
| Western PA Fall Review | PA | 09/15 | La Roche College |
| Western PA Fall Scout Day (Invite Only) | PA | 09/29 | Allegheny College |