New York Open 16/17U Days 1 & 2

August 5, 2022
PBR-NY Staff
Ground Forces

Over 25 teams took to the fields in Central NY. Here's a compilation of our coverage during the first two days.

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August 5th

Josh Toolen RHP / SS / Depew , NY / 2023

‘23 RHP Josh Toolen (Depew HS) Athletic 5’9” frame that displays solid mound presence. Has control with fastball (80mph). His big breaking ball (67 mph) allows him to generate swings & misses. Breaking ball tunnels well with the fastball. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/AAAZTLQfca
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 5, 2022

Jonathan Albers RHP / OF / Corry, PA / 2023

‘23 RHP Jon Albert (Corry HS)
Solid 5’11 frame allows him to hide his arm slot well. Has good command with his fastball (83mph), curve (70mph), & slider (74mph). All three pitches play well off each other. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/2eL2gMGt1e
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 5, 2022

Eddie Dolansky C / RHP / Fairview , PA / 2024

‘24 C Eddie Dolansky (Fairview HS)
Although he flies out, he demonstrates the ability to sit on breaking balls hitting them to the opposite field. Shows a disciplined approach. Strong defensive prowess with plus framing ability & quick transfer. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/NnQB1lVnc4
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 5, 2022

Hayden Tarsia RHP / OF / John Jay - East Fishkill, NY / 2023

‘23 Hayden Tarsia (East Fishkill HS)
The recent Binghamton University commit displays his smooth, repeatable delivery. Establishes his fastball (85mph) early, and a sharp breaking ball with good depth. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/ET24FBpzVh
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 5, 2022

Ian Warren C / 1B / Highland , NY / 2023

‘23 C Ian Warren (Highland HS)
His 6’1 frame creates a big target for pitchers, paired with a smooth receiving motion. Strong & accurate arm behind the plate with confidence to throw behind runners. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/S7HW2NDDDS
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 5, 2022

Ivan Epps 3B / RHP / Lutheran, NY / 2024

‘24 3B Ivan Epps (Lutheran HS)
Simple load and inside-out swing allows him to take the ball the other way for a single. Ivan keeps his swing long through the zone. With his big 6’0 frame and smooth swing, he shows gap to gap power potential. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/ioSdVHpM1F
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 5, 2022

Tyler Vivacqua SS / RHP / Liverpool, NY / 2024

2024 MIF Ty Vivacqua (Liverpool); no stranger to our eyes this summer. The switch hitter stays on this LD through the middle. Ended up scoring from 2B on a bunt 1B. High baseball IQ. @PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/3Io19FhMLz
— PBR_NY/PA__Executive Director (@PBR_NY_Carrier) August 5, 2022

Gavin Brignall C / SS / Geneva, NY / 2023

2023 C Gavin Brignall (Geneva); consistent barrels at last nights combine. Hard, one hop shot here to 3B. Adequate arm behind the plate (74 MPH). @PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/I2AoE5nAJj
— PBR_NY/PA__Executive Director (@PBR_NY_Carrier) August 5, 2022

Sam Miller CF / SS / Fairport, NY / 2024

Nice job here by Miller staying on a SL for a RBI knock. ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://t.co/0FfWr5q9tq pic.twitter.com/1ImEYzMmdY
— PBR_NY/PA__Executive Director (@PBR_NY_Carrier) August 5, 2022

‘24 Sam Miller (Fairport HS)
6’2” lean frame with a compact swing that gives him power to all parts of the field. Aggressive on the base paths with good speed. Strong arm in CF. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/ceYZbDoQiU
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 5, 2022

One of the top competitors this summer has been 2024 OF/RHP Sam Miller (Fairport). Consistently puts together deep at bats, here staying on a RBI LD to CF. Competes on the mound as well in the low 80’s; 6.83 runner. @PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/BpgGnSmMUo
— PBR_NY/PA__Executive Director (@PBR_NY_Carrier) August 6, 2022

Erwins Branche RHP / Computer Science, NY / 2023

2023 RHP Erwins Branche (Computer Science); solid 3 innings on the bump. Velo held at 86-88 while T 90 MPH in his first inning of work. FB held plane at the bottom of the zone, showed an occasional early action/lateral CB at 70-72.@PBRNewYork | @JoeWalentin pic.twitter.com/6LhXcIrGRi
— PBR_NY/PA__Executive Director (@PBR_NY_Carrier) August 5, 2022

Joshua Ryan OF / 1B / Shaker, NY / 2023

2023 RHP Joshua Ryan (Shaker); effective through 3 IP. Works FB to both sides of the plate; showing the ability to run it in on the RHH at 77-80, T 82 MPH. Limited use of CB thus far showing 11-5 shape in the mid 60 range.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/O3lsweeQmG
— PBR_NY/PA__Executive Director (@PBR_NY_Carrier) August 5, 2022

Frankie Whitemore 1B / High Point, NJ / 2023

2023 1B Frankie Whitemore (High Point, NJ) flies out to center here but shows a big swing, powered by a strong upper body. Keeps the bat path simple, flattening his barrel out early. Short stride leading into a swing with some lift to it. 6’2, 200lb frame.@PBRNewJersey pic.twitter.com/pm3H9HHMgz
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Ty Beeman C / 1B / Waverly, NY / 2023

2023 C/1B Ty Beeman (Waverly) is a leader and plus receiver behind the dish. Shown at the plate here spraying a couple hits to opposite sides of the field. Steps in at 5’9, 200lbs, creates good energy to transfer and doesn’t try doing too much with these pitches.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/hkv53fwgmX
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Daniel Lewis UTILITY / C / Odessa-Montour, NY / 2023

2023 UTL/C Daniel Lewis (Odessa-Montour) goes up and gets this pitch, making solid contact for a line out to center. Compact swing allows him to get to this pitch up in the zone. Leg lift stride and stays very short to the baseball. Very clean bat to ball approach.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/qfwASYsrId
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Mike DeRosa OF / Goshen, NY / 2023

2023 OF Mike DeRosa (Goshen) clears the bases with a 3-run triple. High back elbow, barrel stays coiled behind the helmet before launch. Leg lift for timing, little to no stride but the front foot opens up allowing the back hip to shoot through. Good looking hitter.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/6gXFVB8isQ
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Dominick Russ SS / 2B / Horseheads, NY / 2024

2024 MIF Dominick Russ (Horseheads) grounds out to 2B here but displays a quick swing. Really whips his barrel through the zone with bat speed that catches your eye. Digs into the left-handed batters box at an imposing 6’2, 175lb frame.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/0eYlTvww9x
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

More from Russ today as he lines a triple into left center. Really gets into his legs. Big left hander is very dangerous in the box.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/jvrdcqYcEK
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Quinten Morgan UTILITY / RHP / Minisink Valley, NY / 2024

2024 UTL/RHP Quinten Morgan (Minisink Valley) sprayed the baseball all over the field today. Hands start high and out in front of the body. Big left lift and coils the hands back behind his ear with a high back elbow. Displays good rotational acceleration.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/I7KxupRAnh
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Another look at Quinten today, lining this pitch into the right center field gap. The bat speed really stands out. pic.twitter.com/lLXpQajFo7
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Logan Morris 3B / SS / Port Jervis, NY / 2024

2024 3B/SS Logan Morris (Port Jervis) grounds out here but displays a well polished swing. Big leg kick and a compact swing keeping the hands close to the body. Athletic approach with good bat speed and a smooth swing. 6’3, 200lb frame. @PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/kRLrCQXuwX
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Landen Duprey 1B / C / Peru, NY / 2024

2024 1B/C Landen Duprey (Peru) scorches a hard hit ground ball. Stands in at an imposing 6’3, 210lbs. On plane early and efficiently making the barrel look long through the zone. Big time power potential.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/AgARG6Ucqf
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Brendan Carlacci SS / RHP / Pearl River , NY / 2025

2025 SS/RHP Brendan Carlacci (Pearl River) with a couple hits along with a fly out to center. Quiet hands drift down and back into load, healthy stride while the hands match pitch plane. Good action in the back leg gets the swing started. Solid feel for the barrel.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/kYYGJ0PYDn
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Aiden McHugh LHP / LHP / Pearl River , NY / 2024

2024 LHP Aiden McHugh (Pearl River) smoking this ball into right. Keeps the barrel slightly moving back behind the helmet. Long stride and very good action in the back hip create a clean lefty stroke. Good follow through finishing through contact.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/L39lP6bZtD
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Gavin Sweet C / Oneida, NY / 2024

2024 C Gavin Sweet (Oneida) drives a double over the head of the right fielder. Gorgeous looking swing and follow through here as Gavin catches the sweet spot and gets all of this one. Great action in the back hip, firm front leg and good bat speed. Player to watch.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/n8xFbxttc3
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Ryder Licata 1B / Clarkstown South, NY / 2025

2025 1B Ryder Licata (Clarkstown South) pulling a single through the hole. Rests his barrel on the back shoulder, toe tap stride and let’s the hands fly. Good looking scissor finish from the back knee and does a good job keeping his hands inside this ball.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/y29dQYnZMw
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Ryan Fowler OF / LHP / Pearl River, NY / 2024

2024 OF/LHP Ryan Fowler (Pearl River) lines out to right but makes solid contact with this pitch. Catches this ball out in front and drives it with some pop generated off a 6’1, 170lb frame.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/vWOISqhdVT
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Antonio Leto C / 3B / Clarkstown North , NY / 2024

2024 C/3B Antonio Leto (Clarkstown North) has a swing with plenty of athleticism. Starts tall in his legs with the hands up near head level. Long stride with a barrel tip helping to generate bat speed. Launches letting the back leg and hands fly towards the baseball.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/DGhATix4Or
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Colin Bolla LHP / OF / Fairview, PA / 2023

2023 LHP/OF Colin Bolla (Fairview, PA) works from the left side of the rubber at a traditional 3/4 slot. Mixes pitches well, fastball with heavy arm side run and some sink. Able to spot his curveball and throw it for strikes.

FB: 83-86 run↘️
CB: 72-75@PBRPennsylvania pic.twitter.com/w5xAC5K0pU
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

Hayden Magliano RHP / 2B / North Babylon, NY / 2023

2023 RHP/2B Hayden Magliano (North Babylon) works from the right side of the rubber at a 3/4 arm slot. Mixed in his changeup as the game progressed, helped to keep opposing hitters off balance. Workhorse went 5.2IP for the win.

FB: 82-84
CH: 72-74@PBRNewYork | @PBR_NY_LI pic.twitter.com/wPD0lizGOb
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 5, 2022

August 6th

Owen Wilhide OF / 1B / Northeastern, PA / 2023

2024 RHP Owen Wilhide (Northeastern); attacking the zone early on at 83-84 MPH with occasional arm side action. Slurvy breaker with depth at 72-75, producing a few swings/misses.

Workhorse frame at 6-4 215lbs | @PBRPennsylvania pic.twitter.com/g8ZtjuMstB
— PBR_NY/PA__Executive Director (@PBR_NY_Carrier) August 6, 2022

Trent Giraffa 3B / 1B / Delone Catholic , PA / 2023

2023 INF Trent Giraffa (Delone Catholic) puts a charge into the oppo gap here for a stand up 2-run double. Putting together a host of quality ABs. @PBRPennsylvania pic.twitter.com/ZR743SrpXa
— PBR_NY/PA__Executive Director (@PBR_NY_Carrier) August 6, 2022

Zachary Bortner LHP / 1B / Northeastern, PA / 2023

‘23 LHP Zachary Bortner (Northeastern HS)
6’0 wiry frame. Displays his sinking fastball(81mph), which induces soft grounders early. Keeps hitters off balance with a slow breaking ball and change up that tunnels well with his other pitches.@PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/Yb4zro6hCd
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 6, 2022

Tyler Sidella OF / 3B / Bishop McDevitt, PA / 2023

‘23 OF Tyler Sidella (Bishop McDevitt HS)
Solid 6’0, 200lbs frame. Shows a lot of raw athleticism. Aggressive approach at the plate, attacks fastballs early. Quiet load with minimal head movement. Quick hands, with pull side power. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/vhsOKaCh9t
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 6, 2022

Matt Barr RHP / 3B / Cheektowaga , NY / 2024

‘24 RHP Matt Barr (Cheektowaga HS)
Has an explosive delivery from his 6’4 frame. Gets into his back leg well and has a strong glove side. Establishes his heavy FB (83mph) early, with a good sweeping slider (74mph). @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/oahqBP0evl
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 6, 2022

Eric Woodley RHP / OF / Depew, NY / 2023

‘23 3B/RHP Eric Woodley (Depew HS)
Gets beat on FB inside but is able to adjust & keep his hands inside and muscle it through for a single. Starts deep in his back hip & stays low throughout his swing. Good weight transfer into contact.@PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/Tk6GNWlX51
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 6, 2022

Anthony Tucci C / 3B / Cornwall , NY / 2024

‘24 3B/C Anthony Tucci (Cornwall HS)
Smooth stroke from the left side. Head has minimal movement throughout the swing. His bat gets on plane early, staying long through the zone. Good power to opposite field. @pbrt_east @PBRNewYork #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/nGJufPtGno
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 6, 2022

James Redick RHP / 3B / Shenendehowa, NY / 2024

‘24 James Redick (Shenendehowa HS)
Overpowers hitters with a running FB (86mph) and a sharp SL (75mph). Has the ability to locate both pitches in any count. Has an athletic delivery from a high 3/4 arm slot. 6’1 frame. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/lxljGx4nKX
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 6, 2022

Owen Redick OF / RHP / Saratoga Springs , NY / 2023

‘23 OF Owen Redick (Saratoga Springs HS)
Uses his plus speed to leg a triple. Simple load keeps his head still throughout the swing. His quick hands & compact stroke give him the ability to drive the inside pitch. 5’11 frame. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/cMGfDo1Fdr
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 6, 2022

Jaxon Mueller C / 1B / Stillwater, NY / 2024

‘24 C Jaxon Mueller (Stillwater HS)
Goes 2-2 on the day with a walk, triple, and homer. Has a patient approach at the plate. His low hands give him the ability to be quick to the ball. Displays plus power to all parts of the field. Big 6’4 frame. @PBRNewYork @pbrt_east #BeSeen pic.twitter.com/sKS7gh0Ggw
— PBR-New York Ground Forces (@PBR_NY_Scouts) August 6, 2022

Ryan Petrie RHP / 1B / CBA-Syracuse, NY / 2024

2024 RHP/1B Ryan Petrie (CBA-Syracuse) shoots this pitch up the middle for a base hit. Holds the barrel back for awhile during launch, creating some rubber band action. Lower half makes this swing and the barrel follows along for the ride. 6’0, 215lb build.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/0qeZluOAs7
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Andrew Filip C / RHP / Minisink Valley, NY / 2023

2023 C/RHP Andrew Filip (Minisink Valley) rips this pitch down the line. Even stance, slight bend in the knees while keeping the hands moving at ear level. Leg lift for timing while bringing the hands into good position. Unleashes a tight, rotational swing.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/4iqjZUB7lQ
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Matthew Nixon C / Minisink Valley, NY / 2024

2024 C Matthew Nixon (Minisink Valley) gets fully extended, catching this pitch out in front and roping it down the left field line. Good action in the back leg and creates plenty of whip in the barrel. Great extension here working all the way through the baseball.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/7tQFy8cY8b
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Scotty Thompson C / Fairport, NY / 2023

2023 C Scotty Thompson (Fairport) pulls a ground rule double over the left field wall. Starts tall with a flat barrel and the hands up above the helmet. Leg kick, brings the hands set and unleashes a big swing initiated well by the back hip. 6’1, 200lb build. @PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/yxqCWvQlOu
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Jackson Rucker SS / Fairport, NY / 2024

2024 SS Jackson Rucker (Fairport) sprays this pitch to right for a line out but displays a quick swing and knob-to-ball approach. Gets on plane early with good extension through the baseball. Head down and makes the barrel look long through the zone.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/jYdpzCm0lN
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

JD Ostrander 1B / Fairport, NY / 2024

2024 1B JD Ostrander (Fairport) lines this pitch into right center. Lot of movement in the arms but gets the barrel where you want it at launch. Leg lift for timing, matches pitch plane efficiently and keeps his hands tight near the body with an active back hip.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/Kay3o91ldX
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Will Stanek RHP / Fairport, NY / 2024

2024 RHP Will Stanek (Fairport) stays back on this long, sweeping curveball and punches a base knock through the hole. Starts open, leg lift stride and keeps the hands close to the body to get the barrel to this pitch.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/2q1ZjqlRhD
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Cael Banks OF / St Francis, NY / 2023

2023 OF Cael Banks (St. Francis) with some foreshadowing as he pokes a hard foul ball the other way before following it up with a walkoff knock that same way. Toe tap stride, shifts his weight towards the baseball with that clean, one handed lefty follow through.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/RJCzVbNtIg
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Gavin Hardee RHP / OF / Corning Painted Post , NY / 2024

2024 RHP/OF Gavin Hardee (Corning Painted Post) pitches with confidence and let’s his athleticism shine through. Works predominantly from the middle of the rubber at a high 3/4 arm slot. Heavy fastball, velocity upped as the game progressed.

FB: 79-82 T84
CB: 68-71@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/IoAMphXBW6
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022

Tyler Reese LF / 1B / Lancaster, NY / 2023

2023 LF/1B Tyler Reese (Lancaster) lines out to short but makes solid contact. Fairly wide stance with a slight bend in the knees, hands stay quiet back by the ear. Toe tap stride with the barrel matching pitch plane early. 6’3, 170lb frame.@PBRNewYork pic.twitter.com/PtGGPQMLui
— Chris Dryll (@ChrisDryllPBR) August 6, 2022